Many iPhone users notice their devices slowing down over time, but Apple has revealed three simple settings that can instantly boost performance. These tips were highlighted in an article by the tech magazine Trend.
1. Reduce Motion for Smoother Performance
Your iPhone uses animations and transitions that may look nice but can also slow down your device. Apple suggests turning off these effects to speed up navigation.
How to enable it: Go to Settings > Accessibility > Motion > Reduce Motion and turn it on.
This tweak lowers the graphical load, making your iPhone feel faster and more responsive.
2. Turn Off Background App Refresh
Apps constantly refresh in the background, even when you're not using them. This feature drains your battery and slows down performance.
How to disable it: Go to Settings > General > Background App Refresh and select "Off".
You can also set it to Wi-Fi only, which allows updates when connected to a wireless network without using extra power on mobile data.
3. Clear Cache to Free Up Storage
Over time, cached data from apps and websites builds up, slowing down your phone. Regularly clearing it keeps your iPhone running smoothly.
How to do it: Go to Settings > Safari > Clear History and Website Data.
This removes temporary files and cached data, preventing your browser from getting bogged down.
By reducing motion effects, disabling background refresh, and clearing cache, you lighten the load on your iPhone’s processor and battery. This results in faster performance, smoother navigation, and longer battery life — without needing an upgrade!
