Apple shows off Face ID, Live Photos and more in new iPhone tutorials

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Apple Live Photos tutorial
Did you know you could pick a single frame out of a Live Photo?
Photo: Apple

Apple’s latest iPhone tutorials showcase features users should find convenient, like using Face ID instead of a password, picking the best image from a Live Photo, and chatting with an Apple expert to solve problems.

Apple frequently uploads these types of short tutorials to YouTube these days. They serve as adverts for Cupertino’s products and their features more than anything else, but they can also be a great way to learn and discover new things.

Each video runs for 15 seconds, which is just enough time to show you the basics.

Apple’s quick and helpful how-tos

In the video below, Apple shows iPhone users how to quickly and easily log into apps using Face ID instead of a password.

https://youtu.be/YMYvs5PhwXg

Almost as useful as Face ID, at least for frequent flyers, is the ability to save your boarding pass to your Apple Wallet.

https://youtu.be/uV0yLzHWkGY

And, just in case you needed a reminder, a third Apple video demonstrates the water-resistant designs of the latest iPhone lineup.

https://youtu.be/FCJlGTGwBsc

The video below shows you how to pick the perfect image out of a Live Photo. Many of us rarely shoot Live Photos, but Apple still makes this feature active by default in iOS.

If you accidentally shoot a Live Photo instead of a still, then, here’s how to save a single frame for sharing.

https://youtu.be/GoH6MW9qlv0

Finally, in case you need more help with any of these features — or any of your Apple devices — the tutorial below shows you how to use the Apple Support app to speak to an Apple expert.

https://youtu.be/cx5lXpxmPuI

For more Apple how-to videos, visit Apple’s official channel on YouTube.

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