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30+ Common Terms Used in iPhone: In today’s world, smartphones have become a part of our everyday life, and for iPhone users, this is especially true. Apple’s iPhone is not just a device; it’s an entire lifestyle that comes with its own set of common words, phrases, and shortcuts. Whether you are texting, browsing, or setting up a feature, you might be using iPhone-related terms almost daily without even noticing it. These terms are not limited to technology experts—every iPhone holder, whether a student, professional, or homemaker, uses them in conversations.

For example, when you say “AirDrop this photo” or “Check on FaceTime,” you are actually using specific iPhone-related terms. Similarly, simple words like “Siri,” “iCloud,” and “App Store” have now become a part of casual talks. These terms make communication easy and help users connect quickly with features of their phones. Interestingly, many of these words are now so common that even non-iPhone users understand them.

30+ Common Terms iPhone users use every day 

In this list, we have gathered 30+ common terms that iPhone users use almost every day. Let’s take a look and see how many of these you use without even realising it.

1. Apple ID: Your main login for everything Apple.

2. iCloud: Your cloud storage for photos, files, and backups.

3. The Ecosystem: How all Apple devices work together seamlessly.

4. Jailbreaking: Hacking your iPhone to get around Apple’s rules.

5. iOS: The software that runs the iPhone.

6. Find My: The app you use to locate your lost iPhone or friends.

7. Siri: The voice assistant you ask for help.

8. The Dock: The row of app icons at the bottom of your home screen.

9. Control Centre: The quick settings menu you swipe down to access.

10. Haptic Feedback: The subtle vibrations you feel when you tap or type.


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11. Face ID: The facial recognition feature for unlocking your phone.

12. Touch ID: The fingerprint scanner for unlocking your phone.

13. The Notch: The cutout at the top of the screen on older iPhones.

14. Dynamic Island: The new interactive pill-shaped cutout at the top.

15. AirPods: The wireless headphones that connect instantly.

16. MagSafe: The magnetic charging and accessory system on the back.

17. iMessage: The blue-bubble texting service for Apple users.

18. Green Bubbles: The text messages you send to Android users.

19. App Store: The place where you download apps.

20. Wallet: The app for your credit cards and passes.

21. Apple Pay: The way you pay for things with your phone.

22. AirDrop: The easiest way to share files with someone nearby.

23. Apple Maps: Apple's navigation app.

24. Apple Music: The music streaming service.


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25. HomeKit: The system for controlling smart home devices.

26. Airdropping: The act of sharing something via AirDrop.

27. Live Photos: The short video clips you capture with your camera.

28. Portrait Mode: The camera setting that blurs the background.

29. Cinematic Mode: The video version of Portrait Mode.

30. Low Power Mode: The setting you turn on to save battery.

31. Screen Time: The feature that tracks your phone usage.

32. Focus Mode: The setting you use to silence certain notifications.