Smartphone Tricks You Need to Try Right Now

Ever feel like your phone could do more? You’re not alone. Most of us stick to the basics, missing out on shortcuts that can speed up daily tasks, save battery, or just add a bit of fun. This page gathers the most useful smartphone tricks, from hidden menus to secret codes, so you can get the most out of your device without hunting across the web.

We've pulled together tips that work on both Android and iPhone, covering photography, performance, battery life, and hidden games. Whether you’re a casual user or a tech enthusiast, you’ll find at least a few ideas you can try today.

Quick Wins: Boost Speed, Save Battery, Capture Better Photos

Start by clearing out junk apps and files. Go to Settings > Storage and use the built‑in clean‑up tool. It frees space and often speeds up the phone. Next, adjust animation scales in Developer Options (tap Build Number seven times to unlock). Setting “Window animation scale,” “Transition animation scale,” and “Animator duration scale” to 0.5x or off makes the UI feel snappier.

Battery drain is a common gripe. Turn off “Battery optimization” for the apps you use most, and enable “Adaptive Battery” on Android 9+. iPhone users can switch to “Low Power Mode” when the battery hits 20% and turn off background app refresh for non‑essential apps.

For better photos, use the grid lines to follow the rule of thirds, tap the screen to lock focus, and slide your finger up or down to adjust exposure. On many Android phones, a hidden “Pro mode” gives you manual control over ISO, shutter speed, and white balance. iPhone’s built‑in editing tools let you quickly adjust brightness and contrast without a third‑party app.

Hidden Menus, Secret Codes & Fun Easter Eggs

Did you know you can access hidden service menus with a simple dial‑code? Try *#*#4636#*#* on Android to see detailed battery, usage, and Wi‑Fi stats. On iPhone, dialing *3001#12345#* opens the field test mode where you can view signal strength in dBm.

Google Assistant hides a bunch of useful commands: say “Hey Google, open the hidden settings” to bring up advanced options like “Developer options” without digging in menus. Siri can run shortcuts that automate tasks like sending a pre‑written text when you leave work.

For a quick laugh, enter *#*#8255#*#* on most Android phones to launch a hidden voice recorder, or type *#*#7599#*#* on iPhones to see the “surf” animation. These Easter eggs are harmless but showcase how many fun tricks are built into the OS.

All the tricks listed here are safe, but always back up important data before diving into deep system settings. A quick cloud backup or an exported photo library ensures you can roll back if something goes wrong.

Now that you have a toolbox of smartphone tricks, start experimenting. Pick one or two each week, see how they improve your experience, and keep the ones that work best. Your phone will feel faster, last longer, and be a lot more enjoyable to use.