iPhone Setting: Relaxed Background Noise

Do you ever need a moment of rest in the middle of a busy day? Escape from stimuli, notifications and the constant pace? Your iPhone can help you do just that. Because it has a hidden relaxation feature that many people don’t know about yet: background noise. With it, you can create a peaceful atmosphere anywhere, whether you are working, studying, meditating or wanting to sleep better. In this blog, we show you step by step how to activate this function and use it optimally.

In this blog, we discuss the following steps:

• Step 1: Open Settings
• Step 2: Tap Control Panel
• Step 3: Add ‘Hearing’
• Step 4: Open the Control Panel
• Step 5: Tap the ear icon
• Step 6: Select background noise
• Additional tips for relaxing with your iPhone

Click on the video below. Or scroll to the simple guide to easily set up your iPhone background noise:

Step 1: Open Settings

Let’s begin. Unlock your iPhone and look for the “Settings” icon. This looks like a cogwheel and is usually on your home screen. Tap it to open the settings.

Step 2: Tap Control Panel

Within settings, scroll down and tap “Control Panel. Here you can add quick functions that you can use immediately without going through the menu each time.

Step 3: Add ‘Hearing’ to the Control Panel

Scroll down until you see the Hearing option. Tap the plus sign next to this feature. This will add it to your Control Panel for quick activation of background sounds.

Step 4: Open the Control Panel

Swipe down from the top right corner of your screen to open the Control Panel. On older iPhones with a home button, swipe up from the bottom.

Step 5: Tap the ear icon

In the Control Panel, you now see an ear icon. Tap this to open the ear settings. Here you will find several options related to sound and accessibility.

Step 6: Select background noise

At the bottom, you’ll see the “Background Sound” option. Tap this and choose a sound that suits your moment, such as ocean, rain, running water or clear noise. You can also adjust the volume and set whether the sound keeps playing when you use other apps.

Now you can enjoy soothing sounds anywhere, whether you’re on the road, working in a busy office or relaxing at home.

Additional tips for relaxing with your iPhone

Did you know you can use this feature even smarter? For example, combine background noise with Focus settings such as “Do Not Disturb” or “Sleep. This way you avoid distractions and create a peaceful environment. You can also use this feature during meditation, concentration or to fall asleep better. Many people even use it as an alternative to white noise apps. You can additionally set automations through the Commands app so that the background noise automatically starts at certain times of the day. Think of work times, study times or your evening routine. This way, relaxation becomes a regular habit.

Try different sounds and find out what works best for your focus and peace of mind. After all, your iPhone can do much more than just send messages. It can also be a tool for mental peace and balance.