Understanding iPhone buttons and features
Apple iPhone 7 on iOS 15.4.0
Explore an interactive view of the front of your device. Learn about various icons, buttons, and features and where they're located.
- 1.
Earpiece speaker
Note: Listen to audio or phone calls from here.
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- 2.
Microphone
Note: Built-in microphone used for phone calls and voice commands.
Step 2/15 - 3.
Nano SIM card slot
Note: Insert or remove your nano SIM card here.
Step 3/15 - 4.
Side button
Note: Press to lock or unlock the touchscreen. Hold down to turn iPhone on or off.
Step 4/15 - 5.
Touchscreen
Note: Used to navigate iPhone.
Step 5/15 - 6.
Lightning connector
Note: Used for charging iPhone or connecting iPhone to another device.
Step 6/15 - 7.
Home Button / Touch ID Sensor
Note: Navigates to the Home screen and unlocks the device with your fingerprint
Step 7/15 - 8.
Volume buttons
Note: Adjusts the volume on iPhone.
Step 8/15 - 9.
Camera
Note: Used for taking pictures.
Step 9/15 - 10.
Safari icon
Note: Opens the browser for exploring the internet.
Step 10/15 - 11.
Apple Music icon
Note: Opens the Apple Music app for listening to music.
Step 11/15 - 12.
Messages icon
Note: Opens the app for sending and receiving iMessages and text messages.
Step 12/15 - 13.
Phone icon
Note: Opens the keypad and phone functions.
Step 13/15 - 14.
Ring/Silent switch
Note: Used to switch silent mode on and off.
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Speakers
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