To prioritize the health of our eyes, it is important to take proper care of them and ensure their well-being. Having a tool that can provide support and notify us about our screen distance is always beneficial. Soon, the iPhone will introduce a new feature called ‘Screen Distance’ as part of the upcoming iOS 17 update.
This feature aims to help users maintain a healthy screen distance by sending notifications when they are too close to their device. With the activation of this tool, we can rely on our iPhone to monitor and alert us about maintaining a safe distance from the screen. This way, we can focus on our activities without constantly worrying about potential eye strain caused by being too close to the display.
How ‘Screen distance’ works
To make the most of this useful feature in iOS 17 and prioritize the well-being of your eyes, it’s recommended to have it activated. Follow these steps to enable the ‘Screen Distance’ function once you have iOS 17 installed on your iPhone:
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
- Navigate to the Accessibility menu.
- Tap on ‘Usage Time’.
- Swipe until you find the option for ‘Screen Distance’.
- Enable the feature to start receiving alerts.
Once you have configured the feature, you can even test it by bringing your phone close to your face to check if the proximity alerts are working properly. With this function, you no longer need to worry about whether you are holding your phone too close to your face, as your iPhone will notify you if you could potentially be straining your eyes.
Please note that this function is available only on devices equipped with Face ID, as this technology is responsible for detecting the proximity of your face to the screen.
When will it come to my iPhone?
If you’re eagerly awaiting the arrival of the ‘Screen distance’ function to take care of your eyes, it will be available when the first version of iOS 17 is released. Typically, this occurs around the end of September or the beginning of October. At that time, you can update your iPhone to iOS 17 and start using the new functionality.
However, if you’re feeling more impatient and want to try out this feature before others, there’s good news. It is expected that the public Beta version will be available in a couple of weeks. By downloading the Beta version and using a developer profile, you can experience the ‘Screen distance’ functionality in advance. It’s important to note that before installing the Beta version, it is recommended to back up your iPhone data to ensure you don’t encounter any issues.
So, whether you choose to wait for the official release or try out the Beta version, you’ll soon have the opportunity to take advantage of this eye-care feature on your iPhone.
