10 Siri Tips and Tricks - It Does More Than You Think!

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Siri is still not perfect, but it's better than ever before, and with these 10 Siri Tips and Tricks, you can make sure you're getting the absolute most out of it.
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Chapters;
0:00 - Intro
0:41 - Quickly change screen brightness
1:32 - Show me photos of...
2:39 - Take a screenshot
3:19 - Identify a song
3:57 - Remind me of this
5:04 - How long until?
5:42 - Translation
6:42 - Split the bill
7:17 - Speak content
8:09 - One for the Harry Potter fans...

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@ProperHonestTech 2 жыл бұрын

A LOT of people telling me that Lumos and Nox doesn't work for them... Apparently, if you change your phone's region to United Kingdom, it will work (you could of course set it right back after). Give it a try if this tip isn't working for you.

@stevereed3451 2 жыл бұрын

Lumos and Nox work fine for me and my region is set to United States. I'm on 15.5 beta 3, so maybe they've updated it to include other regions.

@_n_d_ 2 жыл бұрын

I'm in Australia and it worked for me too. I'm on 15.4.1

@chrisconnors7418 2 жыл бұрын

Works in Canada. 15.4.1 on an iPhone SE.

@iTz_ParZ 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve found the issue. It’s not whether Siri is set to UK or US or whoever, it’s how you start Siri. It won’t work if you hold down the multi-use button to summon Siri. You have to have “listening for Hey Siri!” Enabled and say “Hey Siri, Lumos” YOU CAN ALSO SAY “Hey Siri, Accio ‘Instagram’” and it’ll open Instagram or whatever app you say in ‘ ‘

@JonTanOsb 2 жыл бұрын

It worked for me. My region is Canada. But I had to say Lumos a few times to be understood.

@itsalgud1459 2 жыл бұрын

As someone who is made many computer training videos and a harsh critic of many who do, I’d really like to thank you for doing a well thought out, clearly, concise and well paced presentation. The contact is excellent too!👍

@peterkelly8357 2 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate the calm, relaxed presentation.

@galedollie7673 Жыл бұрын

@@peterkelly8357 my iphone S6dont wana open it shows the reboot thing

@galedollie7673 Жыл бұрын

I cant switch it off what can i do

@fan_of_brent_terhune_comedian 4 ай бұрын

I couldn’t agree more!!😊

@meeluanistyn1644 2 жыл бұрын

That’s an excellent video. Well-structured, clear, not rushed and to the point. I thought I had a reasonable grasp of Siri … clearly I didn’t.

@isidronajar9051 Жыл бұрын

I totally agree! This has to be one one of the best videos I have ever heard for years. Lot of people tent to speak faster always trying to cover more that their time they and allowed to missing some pointers and have to go back several times.

@franklinmimi Жыл бұрын

@@isidronajar9051 Sometimes if it seems the person is talking too fast , I slow the speed from normal to . 75% and it helps.

@jchunnicutt Жыл бұрын

Thank you for speaking slowly enough for us beginners to keep up. Great info to know.

@BastardSquad 2 жыл бұрын

Setting the benchmark for presentation, clarity and content for all other KZfaqrs. Nice one.

@ProperHonestTech 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, that's extremely kind of you.

@Boobtube. 2 жыл бұрын

"hey Siri, remember where I parked my car"... than "hey Siri, where did I park my car?"

@spontaneously_coumbust-.387 2 ай бұрын

“Sorry, I don’t understand”

@B_Studio841 2 ай бұрын

“I forgot”

@leumas75 2 жыл бұрын

Since I have “cut the wire” and am using KZfaqTV on my AppleTV, I can simply say “Hey Siri, pause the TV,” or if I’m refilling a drink in the kitchen and have missed something I can say “Hey Siri, jump back 30 seconds on the TV” and it does so. Quite an awesome hands free tip.

@TNT-km2eg Жыл бұрын

Wankers , bonkers and yonkers

@janh5199 Жыл бұрын

I appreciate the way you described each feature without actually activating Siri. I wish people that did videos about Alexa’s features would follow the same protocol.

@barrybebenek8691 Жыл бұрын

I know for myself that for years I moved away from asking Siri anything because the answer was always the same “here’s what I found on the web”, for pretty much anything. Useless. But it has come so far, so fast, it’s very useful now. I use it almost exclusively now over Alexa. Thanks for this vid, I didn’t know it did this much more. 🇨🇦👍🏼

@eileenshea9815 2 жыл бұрын

This video is life-changing for me. I have shared it with all my low vision friends. Thank you so very much.

@ProperHonestTech 2 жыл бұрын

That’s AMAZING to hear! I’m so glad you’ve found the content so helpful 🙂

@tjwash5118 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Siri. Tell this guy this is such a great video. My therapist told me I need to develop better communication skills, this has helped so much! Thank you, I started using these immediately.

@ProperHonestTech 2 жыл бұрын

Love that!

@Baunez 2 жыл бұрын

A siri command I use often is "remind me at work to do whatever I need to do" so when I arrive at work I get a reminder to do what I told siri. Very useful for me.

@tinainnca Жыл бұрын

Yes! I use this feature when I’m headed to a particular store, say Walmart or my favorite grocery store to not forget an item

@richvanatte3947 2 жыл бұрын

When doing a task and I have something else to do in 36 mins, I just ask Siri to set a timer for 36 minutes and then I can focus on the task at hand. Also when following a recipe and I need the measurements in grams instead of ounces I simply ask Siri to convert the amount while my hands are full.

@nogbad1958 Жыл бұрын

Siri saves me so much time, I can ask Siri to remind me when to get washing out of the machine, and if I’m making the evening meal, I just ask her to remind me when I need to do different parts of the prep… then go back to KZfaq.

@JonSawer 2 жыл бұрын

Siri is greatly underused and yet it’s so versatile. One of my favourite uses is to ask “Siri what movies are showing at the moment” to check the local showtimes and get a rundown of movie options and even provides and plays the film trailers instantly. Tip: If you have misplaced your board game dice. “Siri roll a dice” and get the result as if you had rolled the dice yourself. Works for coin flipping also “Siri flip a coin”.

@ProperHonestTech 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve used ‘Siri, flip a coin’ to make an important life decision more times than I’d care to admit.

@Shatiq 2 жыл бұрын

I always use Siri to see what nba teams are playing during the day, and also use Siri to keep up on the standings of the teams throughout the season

@JonSawer 2 жыл бұрын

@@ProperHonestTech Thank you for the reply. If you have no objection I'd like to know the product details for your desk lamp, which is not detailed within your showcased desk setup products, as I'm looking for a similar harmonious desk lamp.

@ProperHonestTech 2 жыл бұрын

@@JonSawer No worries - it’s from IKEA, it’s called the Tertial lamp. Very cheap, and I’ve simply fitted mine with a Hue bulb to have it work with my office Hue system (the bulb cost twice as much as the lamp)

@misamsung6191 2 жыл бұрын

Siri is great for Dad Jokes, "Siri, tell me a joke"

@emmanueltrejo4965 2 жыл бұрын

Like this type of content for the features directed more towards accessibility, not a lot of big tech KZfaqrs do that. Props!

@javtimestwo 2 жыл бұрын

Another outstanding video. Great job with the delivery and bonus for includes chapters. I used to ignore Siri but have realized how valuable Siri is and how easy it is to use. Mostly I use Siri to get sports scores, weather updates and occasionally set up reminders.

@tinas8807 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you; information delivered in a concise, clear and useable manner. You are awesome and the content is so relevant for apple techies.

@da.reverend 2 жыл бұрын

First of all, I appreciate Siri more than I have in the past. Thanks for that. Secondly, Lumos and Nox will be getting a lot of use from me for a long time.

@jsio3820 Жыл бұрын

OMG Thanks for the "Lumos and Nox" trick!!!!

@simaabedini5908 2 жыл бұрын

Oh boy please continue, I can never ask anything from my children.💁🏼‍♀️😄

@Bimluva72 2 жыл бұрын

I’m sure I’ve said it before but I’ll say it again, I find your video very useful and I enjoy them. They’ve really helped to make my devices more productive and practical. Great job!!!

@giorgosplokamakis3506 2 жыл бұрын

Hi! I usually use the: - Hey Siri, set up an X minutes timer - Hey Siri, call X (name) on speaker - Hey Siri, text X (name), 'whatever I want to tell them' - Hey Siri, save my parking spot (and Siri will pin your car's location on the map, given that you are in the car while giving the command)

@spillledcarryout 2 жыл бұрын

Cool!

@towhom78 2 жыл бұрын

I use "Hey Siri, X minutes" for a timer

@rumbledrake116 2 жыл бұрын

@@towhom78 Funny enough, you can just say “X minutes” and you’ll still get a timer

@CJT3X 2 жыл бұрын

The maps app automatically puts a pin of the car location when Bluetooth disconnects

@giorgosplokamakis3506 2 жыл бұрын

@@CJT3X If the car one uses has Bluetooth. Sadly, mine doesn’t ! 🙇

@peachtreelady Жыл бұрын

As a new iPhone user (iPhone 13 Pro Max) this video has been extremely helpful and informative. I really like the “down to business” tips where it’s straight to the point without a lot of unnecessary dialogue. Thank you!

@franklinmimi Жыл бұрын

You’ll love your iPhone 13 pro max . I’ve had mine a couple of years and find it has many helpful features .

@jocaz4931 2 жыл бұрын

This is great information! I was particularly delighted by the splitting the bill tip. I will use that often going forward.

@SYRSALLY 2 жыл бұрын

I just found your channel and after listening I quickly subscribed. Reason being being is you take your time and don’t rush through. So much better to slow down so we can understand. Thank you.

@MinimalistMatty 2 жыл бұрын

Another great review! I’ve watched all your videos, and I now have become a power user! Keep up the excellent work my man

@stephaniecorbett5356 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you again for teaching us to get the most out of our devices, it’s just brilliant!

@estelle2050 2 жыл бұрын

I like the bill idea and percentages , I have used Siri for the song name for a long time I love that feature. Siri does tons of other things too. I’m sure tutorials are out there. I think sending texts is a huge one for those who don’t like to type like some senior citizens who can’t see well and Siri will read the reply texts back too, this feature has been around for a long time. Always love seeing new features or tricks

@homerperez9163 Жыл бұрын

If you are listening to a song or a podcast, you can tell Siri to skip forward or skip back for a specific time period. For example, hey Siri, skip forward 20 seconds. hey Siri, skip back 20 seconds. I’m not sure if it works with every single app. But it’s a cool feature. Thank you for this video.

@1BCamden Жыл бұрын

Great episode, thanks, for me “setting timers” are a huge help to ensure I don’t forget something while I am preoccupied.

@nr1hello123 2 жыл бұрын

Such a great video. Thank you very much!

@tombridge1225 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely spot on! Thank you for that fantastic tutorial, I had no idea.

@pursuit2hairhappines Жыл бұрын

I ALWAYS lose my phone in the house so I'm constantly yelling "Siri, where are you?" And she so politely says, "Here I am!"

@barbarapinto2305 2 жыл бұрын

I learned so much, thank you. I especially love the screenshot and split the bill features.

@davidyule3605 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for helping me to increase my understanding of the iPhone and its broad capabilities.

@ltergilywamb8106 2 жыл бұрын

So helpful. Thank you

@camimac90 2 жыл бұрын

I m so happy to find this tutorial. It's working for me. Thank you for sharing

@lynntfuzz Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! What an excellent video. I'm going to use so many of these!!

@cm3984 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing these really helpful tips !

@time_traveller3 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant helpful video, thanks so much! 😁

@laura6981 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Excellent tutorial.

@snowymuffin 2 жыл бұрын

The “how many days until...” command is a handy feature for me. ☺️👍

@prorp1101 Жыл бұрын

Previously, I’m not a Siri user until now and I am amazed how helpful it is and continue to learn from you. Thanks

@ReneaDooserider 2 жыл бұрын

nicely done thank you for the tips

@neverwriteitdown6780 Жыл бұрын

very nice videos. not overly fast, pausing not needed and very relaxing voice. Thanks!

@danyellepps9072 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your video. Love the content and how you deliver it.

@tomdonnelly4551 2 жыл бұрын

Learned a lot about Siri. Also learned that “torch” is the British word for “flashlight”.

@jannroberts9918 2 жыл бұрын

And Australian

@georgecaplin9075 2 жыл бұрын

_Technically_ flashlight is the American word for torch. But it is a good video. (Distant sounds of me running for cover).

@iPauloSousa 2 жыл бұрын

I just love those videos, they are very clean (good cameras, scenarios and effects) and with a very good content. Thanks a lot for them

@ProperHonestTech 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I'm really glad you appreciate them.

@sea_turtle_adventures 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

@kimsmart263 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! These are super useful! Thanks 😊

@cheryls_creative7048 2 жыл бұрын

So very helpful! Thanks so much! Clear, concise and useful. Thanks!

@ProperHonestTech 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@brsaravia 2 жыл бұрын

Great video again!! Useful, short, clear, waiting your next video 👊🏻

@spillledcarryout 2 жыл бұрын

Very practical. Thanks!!

@joeaspin3552 Жыл бұрын

Very useful. Enjoy your videos. Thanks for your help.

@a.mariedixon-jenkins 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent, excellent video! Thanks

@hcadambi1 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome information!

@b.williamchapman9774 2 жыл бұрын

This is now my all-time favorite video on using Siri!!! Thank you so much!!!

@imbabe3449 2 жыл бұрын

Loved this! Brilliant!

@chinchorrero 2 жыл бұрын

Great reminders!

@swig46 2 жыл бұрын

I constantly ask Siri for information about a subject and she always replies that she can’t find any information. I then repeat the request but preface it with “do a google search for” she then provides the requested information without fail. Siri should automatically do a web search for information without being instructed to do so. I was unaware of many of your tips, thanks.

@Meagain921 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Thank you.

@janicetortoriello1125 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your video’s! They have been so helpful and I’ve learned so much ( I also never write comment’s). One of the many ways that you are especially good at is speaking clearly and without jargon not understood by those of us who are not computer savvy. Thanks again, Janice

@itsmeiamb 2 жыл бұрын

These were very useful and fun.. Thanks so much

@JRLNeal 2 жыл бұрын

This is excellent. Thank you at last for well constructed comment and an excellent pace of delivery. I wish American presenters would follow this example.

@samlove1969sl 2 жыл бұрын

Wow ty. Some I knew but some I didn't. Brilliant video and I'm glad that u popped up and I found ur channel.

@janetlentz7180 2 ай бұрын

Thank you! Your videos are so useful.

@ilkarenard6036 2 жыл бұрын

This way brilliant - thank you very much!

@barbmckinnon1283 Жыл бұрын

I cannot believe how happy I am that I found your channel! I am sharing it with all my friends who have iPhones

@Teresa-K Жыл бұрын

Best useful tips and tricks video on KZfaq.

@dianesmith7472 Жыл бұрын

Oh my grandma loves the Lumos and Nox - these videos are excellent as I learn all about my new iPhone - love Siri

@harrisontu264 2 жыл бұрын

I’m a huge Harry Potter fanatic, and a huge Apple nerd, and I did not know about Lumos being used to turn on the torch. This is so much fun.

@EnglishwithAlan 2 ай бұрын

thanks for this. most of these are new to me and quite helpful.

@alaasweidan9558 2 жыл бұрын

Setting reminders, alarms, turning them off.. and the indispensable use is in youtube while showering to skip a video or go back to a previous song for example, also to skip the ad.. thanks for the video

@gailbell3022 Жыл бұрын

Excellent. Full of useful tips. TYSM

@Erana-Quesada 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!! I tried all the tips and they work…even the “lumos” and “nox” controls. (I’m in the US) I learned so much from your content. 🎉

@karenjones2631 2 жыл бұрын

Extremely helpful

@patriciagruber5905 Жыл бұрын

Great presentation for beginners! Clear and consice.

@the_bloke_that_cuts_the_grass 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video!

@annmcb 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much; I never knew these!

@tinaflintstone8148 Жыл бұрын

Excellent info. Thanks!

@mygadgetzhaiqal7410 2 жыл бұрын

This is useful tips.Thank you so much.

@pink4078 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. As always you explain things great!

@poeticstormz7717 Жыл бұрын

Your videos are very helpful clear and to the point and explained in easy direction. Keep them coming Thanks 😊

@jodeetimpone9026 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! I hardly knew any of those tricks!!!

@stevencowles8419 2 жыл бұрын

Love this, the screenshot will be really helpful

@SheriBorntodance Жыл бұрын

thanks for this…easy to follow good info. I have subscribed.

@lilwoodzey2013 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for not saying "Hey Siri". I appreciate you :)

@Kmkader Жыл бұрын

This was great! Thanks

@lskipski5023 Жыл бұрын

Great vid, thanks for sharing... Keep up the great work

@MargoBeatty 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tips! The LUMOS/NOX works great in the USA (California anyway) not sure why other people here say it doesn’t work! I use Siri all the time to play music on my HomePod minis. It’s easy to say “Play country music from 1980 (etc. just pick the type of music you like and any other detail you include and boom - it plays!. I also use it to set timers, especially when cooking. I also use it all the time to open apps - its so much easier than digging through my cluttered Home Screen! I use it all the time for information on people, places (while I’m driving with Car Play) and so much more. Excellent video, much appreciated!

@ProperHonestTech 2 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad to hear someone in the US got the Lumos and Nox to work! I really couldn’t understand why Apple would Region lock it!

@jannroberts9918 2 жыл бұрын

Lumos and Nox not working in Australia. Haven’t tried switching to U.K. setting. PS love this video. Have shared it with Facebook friends.

@Ridgerider13 2 жыл бұрын

@@ProperHonestTech It worked for me in Ohio.

@Roktta06 2 жыл бұрын

Subscribed immediately after seeing this video! excellent illustrations…I learn much better visually so this was heaven for my brain … thanks a million!

@randyk7699 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid.....thanks!

@TayeIm Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Very helpful and very efficient video!

@louisajackson6841 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant and very clear and professionally explained

@ninggouma Жыл бұрын

This is absolutely what I need, amazing video. Thank you for sharing😃😍👍👍👍

@FuzzyDoxie Жыл бұрын

Excellent video! Thanks

@Brunse61 Жыл бұрын

This was a great video! You were informative, to the point , and I learned many new commands available on my phone. Thank you very much!

@marymaryquitecontrary 2 жыл бұрын

These tips are so useful. Thanks! It would help to know the equivalents in American English, where they differ. Torch vs flashlight, for example. Just found your channel tonight and subscribed right away. You're the most efficient iPhone whisperer I've come across.

@CJT3X 2 жыл бұрын

Torch works in the US too

@naomic4623 Жыл бұрын

When you said torch, I’m thinking that would be cool for flashlight. It took me a second to realize they are the same thing. My hubby struggles to find the button. Thank you.