Use Standby Mode as a Bedside Clock or Smart Display
Standby Mode is a new feature on IOS 17 that offers the ability to use your iPhone as an easy-to-read clock for your bedroom or a versatile counter display for your kitchen. In addition, you could use it as a phone and more.
It is simple to use.
- Connect your iPhone to a charger and set it down on its side.
- Put your iPhone to sleep by pressing the side button.
Standby Options
Display Options
Swipe to change the displays, clocks and individual widgets to get a display that you desire. It will remember your desired setting for future use.
Settings Options
Go to Settings 
> StandBy to:
- Turn Standby on or off. (Green is on)
- Select whether to display notifications (Off is recommended for bedside)
- Display Options
- Display Off options
- Night Mode (dimming to red/pink tint)
- Motion to Wake (wave your hand from 4-6 feet away.
Summary
Use your iPhone as a bedside clock or smart display using StandBy Mode. Best of all, at your bedside, the clock is big.
Additional Information
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