It is quite possible to put a self-timer photo on an iPhone device. Indeed, this mode is very Useful, especially when you want to make group photos but that you make it a point of honor that everyone appears on it. You just need to prop up your iPhone, frame your shot and activate the self-timer. The trick will be played! This self-timer mode is also very popular for people traveling alone and who want to take a picture of themselves in front of certain monuments without having to annoy other tourists. Thus, you will find in this article the different steps to follow in order toactivate photo self-timer mode on an iPhone device. Good reading!

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The steps to follow in order to put a photo self-timer on an iPhone device

  • Once the camera is launched, tap the icon representing a stopwatch
  • Define the number of seconds of the countdown before taking your shot (you will have the choice between 5 seconds et 10 seconds)
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  • Place your iPhone on a platform plane et stable, with a small support (you can use the front camera of your iPhone or the classic camera)
  • Then press the shutter button
  • Hurry to position yourself in the frame of your shot
  • Wait the number of seconds you have defined beforehand until the photo is taken

You can of course add the flash, which will let you know when you can move since the latter will be triggered during snapshot capture only.

No need for a self-timer if you have an Apple Watch

And yes, if you have a Apple Watch, you can use it in mode remote control your iPhone, so you can take pictures remotely without having to use a self-timer. Of course, your connected watch must be sufficiently charged and not too far from your iPhone. To take pictures from a distance using your Apple Watch, here are the steps to follow:

  • Open the app Remote on your Apple Watch (the icon of this app is represented by a shutter button)
  • Position your iPhone so that the camera is properly framed (the image that your iPhone's camera is currently seeing will appear on your Apple Watch)
  • Place yourself on the photo
  • Press the shutter button to take the photo (you can take multiple consecutive photos)