Over the years, I've discovered that some of the best new iOS features are hidden within the accessibility options in the Settings app. This is why I always explore these settings after every new release, and I almost always find something valuable.
The iOS 18 release is no exception. This time, I found a feature that helps prevent car sickness when using an iPhone.
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As a driver, I usually have my iPhone mounted in a cradle, so I'm not deeply engaged with it besides quick glances at the navigation apps. However, as a passenger, it's a different story. I find myself getting pulled in, but then all of a sudden I'll get that unsettling sensation in my stomach, which can escalate to the point where I need to lie down with a cold compress on my forehead.
This is why I was particularly eager to try out a new iOS 18 feature, designed to reduce motion sickness.
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The feature called Vehicle Motion Cues does exactly what its name suggests. When you're in a moving vehicle, dots appear at the edge of the display and move in sync with the vehicle's motion.
Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNETThe idea is to align what your eyes see with what your ears and brain perceive. Does it work?
I can't say it will work for everyone, but it certainly works for me -- and it works exceptionally well.
You can enable this setting in the Settings app by navigating to Settings > Accessibility > Motion and then tapping on Show Vehicle Motion Cues. Alternatively, you can activate it via the Control Center.
I found that setting the Vehicle Motion Cues options to automatic works effectively, as it accurately detects when I'm in a car.
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If you suffer from motion sickness, it's definitely worth a try. I initially thought that the dots would be annoying, but after a few minutes, they just blended into the background.
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