Yes it’s true! Your iPhone has built-in nature sounds that can play continuously. If you, like me, fall asleep more quickly with white noise playing in the background, you’ll benefit greatly from this little-known iOS trick.
After a quick trip to the Settings app, you can set your iPhone to play ocean sounds, the patter of rain, and more. Follow the instructions below to activate some nature sounds while you sleep.
This is how you play the built-in nature sounds on your iPhone
Step 1: Tap the “Settings” app.
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Step 2: Tap ‘Accessibility’.
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Step 3: Tap “Audio/Visual.”
Then tap ‘Background Sounds’.
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Step 4: Tap the “Background Sounds” button so that it turns green.
In the same window, click “Stream” to view other available options.
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Step 5: Tap the desired sound.
You can choose from six sounds: rain, stream and ocean, but also dark, clear and balanced sound.
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You can adjust the volume of your white noise selection under ‘Background noises’. Once you’re ready to turn it off, simply turn off the switch next to “Background Sounds.”