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How to turn your iPhone into instant foreign language translator
In today’s interconnected world, the ability to communicate across language barriers is more important than ever. Apple has recognized this need and, in a recent iOS update, introduced a nifty feature that allows you to translate languages instantly without even opening the Translate app.
This feature utilizes the “Dynamic Island,” a pill-shaped area at the top of the iPhone screen that can change size and shape to accommodate various types of alerts, notifications and interactions, turning it into a kind of front-and-center information hub. The Dynamic Island feature is available on the iPhone 15 models, which includes the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max.
Translate feature on iPhone (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)
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How to set up the Translate Action Button on iPhone 15
Getting started is simple. Here’s how you can set up the Translate option using the Action Button on your iPhone:
- Open Settings on your iPhone
- Scroll down and tap the Action Button
- Swipe through the carousel of actions until you get to Translate
Steps to set up the Translate Action Button (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)
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How to use the Translate Action Button on iPhone 15
Once you’ve set it up, using it is just as easy:
- On the upper left side of your iPhone 15, press and hold the Action Button for a moment.
- Continue holding the Action Button until the Dynamic Island changes to display “English, Listening”.
- Start speaking the phrase you want to translate.
- After a moment, the translated text will appear on your screen and will be said aloud.
- If you need to hear the translation again, simply tap the play button.
Make sure to release the Action Button after the Dynamic Island shows “English, Listening” to ensure the feature works correctly.
Steps to use the Translate Action Button (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)
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How to adjust your translation settings
While you can’t change the Translate settings directly from the Action Button, you can still customize your experience within the Translate app itself:
- Open the Translate app.
- Tap on the top or bottom language listed, and a list of languages will appear for you to choose from.
- You can also toggle whether you want to translate from English to another language or vice versa.
Steps to adjust your translation settings (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)
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Kurt’s key takeaways
Apple’s latest update is more than just a technical enhancement. It’s a step toward a world where language differences are no longer a barrier to communication. Whether you’re traveling abroad, learning a new language or connecting with friends and family across the globe, the ability to translate on the fly is a game-changer. It’s a testament to how technology can bring us closer together, making the vast world just a little bit smaller.
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How to remove Facebook access to your photos
Raise your hand if you’ve ever skimmed through the user agreements and legal jargon that appear when signing up for new software or services. (If you aren’t raising your hand right now, you probably should be.) No one enjoys sifting through this dense information.
Unfortunately, by not reading service agreements thoroughly, you might inadvertently grant services access to things you’d prefer they didn’t have. For instance, you may have unknowingly allowed the Facebook app to access the photos stored on your phone or tablet during the download process.
If you’d rather not give Facebook this level of access to your stored photos, you can modify the permissions even after installing the app. We’ll guide you through the steps to protect your privacy concerning your photographs. Note that some images, like your profile picture and cover photo, are always visible to Facebook.
Facebook app on smartphone (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)
How to block Facebook’s access to your photos on iPhone or iPad
You can prevent Facebook from gaining access to your photos on your iPhone or iPad through the following steps.
- Tap on the Settings icon for your iPad or iPhone.
- Tap on Privacy & Security.
- In the next menu, tap on Photos.
- Find Facebook in the subsequent menu and tap on it.
- Tap None to deny Facebook access to your photos.
You can then exit all of the menus and continue using Facebook, knowing that your photos are safe.
Facebook app icon on iPhone home screen (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)
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How to block Facebook’s access to your photos on Android
You can deny Facebook access to your photos on your Android tablet or smartphone. Here’s how.
Settings may vary depending on your Android phone’s manufacturer.
- Tap on the Settings icon on your Android device.
- In the subsequent menu, look for Apps and tap on it.
- In the list of apps stored on the Android device, scroll down and tap on Facebook.
- Scroll down the subsequent menu and tap on Permissions.
- In the Storage section of the next menu, turn off the slider button or tap Don’t Allow.
Facebook app on smartphone (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)
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Managing privacy: Choosing when to allow Facebook access to your photos
After disabling photo access for Facebook, you may encounter frequent popup messages requesting you to restore access. Allowing access can simplify the process of uploading and sharing photos directly from your device to your Facebook page.
However, Facebook will not automatically post your personal photos without your permission; you decide which photos to upload. You might opt to restrict access to maintain privacy, ensuring that only selected photos are shared and preventing accidental posts of personal or sensitive images.
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Kurt’s key takeaways
You can enjoy social media without sacrificing your privacy by taking a few moments to adjust your settings. Remember, it’s your data, and you have the power to control who sees what. Stay informed, stay secure and keep your personal moments personal.
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