Dynamic Island is Apple's attempt to seamlessly switch between software and hardware. The island has its own dedicated animations, physics, compatibility with live activities and more.
How to Use Dynamic Island Features – Dynamic Island Explained
With the release of iOS 16.1, we now have special gestures to manage activities on Dynamic Island. If you’ve been unable to switch or close multiple activities on your Dynamic Island, we have the perfect guide for you. Here’s everything you need to know about managing activities on your Dynamic Island using special gestures.
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Here are all the gestures you can use to close, expand, and manage background activities on your Dynamic Island. Note that your iPhone 14 Pro or later must be running iOS 16.1 or later to use these gestures. Once you update your device, use one of the sections below to manage activities on your Dynamic Island.