How to Use Action Mode on iPhone [iOS 16]

As technology advances, our smartphones are becoming more capable of making our lives easier and more efficient. One such feature that has caught the attention of iPhone users is the action mode. This powerful tool lets you record more stable videos with just one tap. In this blog post, I will tell you how to enable and use Action Mode on your iPhone.

Apple has introduced the Action Mode Lower Light feature in its new iPhone 14 lineup, which enables users to capture ultra-smooth and stabilized videos even in low-light conditions. This mode is perfect for recording videos during activities like walking, running, cycling, and ensuring steady shots. The results are comparable to high-end 3-axis gimbals.

What is Action Mode on iPhone?

Action mode on iPhone is a feature designed to record smooth and still videos during dynamic activities or movements, such as walking, running, or cycling. which uses advanced image stabilization algorithms and hardware to reduce shake and jitter in the footage, resulting in professional-quality videos.

This mode of the iPhone enables users to record still shots without the need for additional equipment such as gimbals, which is an attractive feature for those who capture high-quality videos on the go.

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Smooth and professional quality footage
• No additional equipment required
• wide range Versatility
• Simple and User-friendly

Cons

• Limited availability on specific iPhone models
• Potential battery consumption

What is Action Mode Low Light?

Action Mode Low Light is a feature similar to Action Mode, designed specifically for capturing smooth, steady videos in low-light conditions. This advanced mode combines the image stabilization benefits of Action mode with enhanced low-light performance.

How to Enable Action Mode Lower Light on iPhone

• Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
• Scroll down and tap on Camera.
• Tap on Record Video options.
• Locate and enable the toggle for “Action Mode Low Light”.

With these steps, you can successfully activate this feature on your iPhone, allowing you to capture smooth and stable videos even in low-light conditions.

How to Use Action Mode on iPhone

• Open the Camera app on your iPhone and switch to the Video option at the bottom of the screen.
• Here tap on the action mode icon in the top left corner.
• Now, you can see this mod pop up which means you have enabled this mod. Now, you can record your video.

Finally, your Action Mode is on and you can use it to shoot still videos. Action mode’s lower light feature should only be used in extremely low light conditions and now, you don’t need to activate these features manually.

Note: iPhone automatically detects low light and displays a “More Light Needed” pop-up. Which means low light mode is activated.

Conclusion

That’s It from my side! With the iPhone 14 series, Apple introduced this Mode for smooth, steady videos in various lighting conditions. With these user-friendly features, you get an attractive and elegant option to capture professional-quality videos without additional equipment. That gives you different options for different conditions that will inspire you to record and watch these videos.

We hope this guide will be useful for you and help you shoot steady videos at night. If you face any problems, leave your comments below.

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