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Using the Hidden Sleep Timer in iOS

iPhone Hacks Part 7
Today, we reveal the hidden sleep timer that allows you to automatically stop music after a set period.
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Adrian Mühlroth

August 11, 2020, 8:55 am | Read time: 1 minute

In this series, TECHBOOK presents the best iPhone hacks and tricks–with video and detailed instructions.

The iPhone has undergone a long development history since its launch in 2007. Over the years, Apple has continually expanded the iOS operating system, often adding small and large, sometimes well-hidden features. In the “iPhone Hacks” series, TECHBOOK showcases the best and most practical of these features.

In Part 7, we show you how to set a sleep timer that automatically stops music playback in iOS once it expires.

1. Open the Clock appHere’s how it works

2. Go to the Timer tab

3. Tap on When Timer Ends

4. Scroll all the way down and then tap on Stop Playing

5. Set the timer, and once it expires, music playback will automatically stop

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