Introduction

Apple has just rolled out the fifth beta of iOS 18.1, and it comes with a fantastic tweak that selfie enthusiasts are bound to love!

Camera Control Button Enhancement

For users of the latest iPhone 16 lineup—including the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max—the Camera Control button has received a notable enhancement.

Quick Access to Selfie Camera

In a significant improvement to user experience, you can now quickly access the front-facing camera without even touching your iPhone’s display. Simply open the Camera app using the Camera Control button and employ a simple swipe gesture on the button to seamlessly scroll through the available camera lenses. The best part? The person icon at the top of the screen allows for instant switching to the selfie camera!

Setup Requirements

It’s essential to mention that if you’ve set Camera Control to a different mode previously, you’ll need to activate it from the Camera app first and then tap your screen to cycle through the tools. However, once you do this, you’ll find that the selfie camera and various lens options are conveniently categorized under the “Cameras” section. Remember, the last tool you used will be what Camera Control defaults to when opened.

Previous Features and Future Updates

This update follows previous beta features that enabled users to swipe between various zoom levels—0.5x, 1x, 2x, and 5x for Pro models. Now, with the addition of quick access to the selfie camera, capturing the perfect shot has never been easier!

Conclusion

As Apple continues to refine its iOS experience, this latest beta is just a glimpse of the innovative features you can expect in the future. Stay tuned for more updates as the official release approaches, and get ready to elevate your selfie game!