Focus modes first debuted in iOS 15 and have since become a vital part of the iOS ecosystem, with many users relying on them to enhance workflows and productivity while ensuring they can keep distractions at bay.
How to Set Up iOS 16 Focus Filters on iPhone
Apple tried to improve Focus modes one step further by adding Focus Filters in iOS 16. So what are Focus Filters? Let’s find out!
Focus Filters are a new way to control apps on your device when a Focus Mode is activated. They can help restrict certain features of an app while still allowing you access to basic functionality. This ensures that you don’t have to give up an app altogether, but can instead tailor your experience to your needs.
Apple has also added the ability to use Focus Filters with a few system settings that can be toggled whenever your Focus Mode is activated or deactivated. Here's a list of the apps currently supported by Focus Filters in iOS 16.