I Took My iPhone Lock Screen to the Next Level

iOS 18.2 finally brings back my favorite iPhone Lock Screen feature
Apple just started testing iOS 18.2, and it brings one of my favorite features back: the volume slider to the iPhone Lock Screen.
Snapchat Updated With iOS 18 Lock Screen Shortcut and iPhone 16 Camera Control Support
OS 18 allows iPhone users to change the flashlight and camera shortcuts on the Lock Screen to something else, and Snapchat is now an option.
How to add Snapchat camera to iPhone lock screen
Keeping your Snapchat streak going on iPhone is easier than ever before. With iOS 18 you can now switch out the Flashlight and Camera shortcuts on your lock screen for any of over 50 options, including Snapchat's camera.
Now you can launch Snapchat’s camera from your iPhone’s lock screen
With the new shortcuts, you can launch the Snapchat camera directly from the lock screen with a single tap, making it easier to capture moments before they pass. Using these controls enables iPhones to launch and take photos in “Camera Only” mode while locked, but sending or editing the snaps will still require users to unlock the device.
Apple brings back volume slider on iPhone's lock screen with iOS 18.2
After removing the volume slider from the iPhone's lock screen with iOS 16, Apple is finally bringing it back with the latest iOS 18.2 beta update.
Snapchat brings camera shortcut to the iPhone lock screen
Phone users with iOS 18 can replace the flashlight or native camera on their lock screen with a shortcut to the Snapchat camera.
iOS 18: How to Change Your iPhone's Lock Screen Controls
There is also a control available called Open App. This allows you to choose any app on your iPhone and open it right from your lock screen, even if it's not a listed control. You still have to unlock your iPhone to access the app, but it makes it easy to open your favorite apps without getting distracted by others.
Open Snapchat's camera without unlocking your iPhone with this lock screen trick
Snapchat should now be accessible from your iPhone's lock screen. A reminder once again, you need to be on iOS 18 to access this feature. If you have a new iPhone 16 , you'll already be on iOS 18. An in-depth guide on customizing your lock screen is available on Apple's website.
Snapchat's camera is getting a shortcut on the iPhone lock screen
Snapchat users will soon be able to launch the app’s camera directly from the iPhone lock screen, thanks to an app update and the magic of iOS 18. The latest iPhone operating system update allows people to swap out the flashlight and camera on the lock screen for a diverse array of other useful tools.
Snapchat camera will be available from the iPhone Lock Screen, but no filters
The Snapchat camera will soon be available from the iPhone Lock Screen thanks to the iOS 18 feature letting you swap out the standard Camera app and flashlight for apps or shortcut actions of your choice
I Took My iPhone Lock Screen to the Next Level With These Shortcuts
Customize your iPhone lock screen by replacing default Flashlight and Camera widgets with a vast selection of controls for connectivity, display, accessibility features, and more. You can also add workflows directly from the Shortcuts app for easy access to custom actions and to greatly expand the number of possibilities.
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