Though the new iPhones pack improved cameras and better specs overall, the flagship feature is something completely unique to the iPhone line (and, really, smartphones in general): a touch screen that reacts differently depending on how hard you press it.
Apple calls this feature “3D Touch”, and it’s damn cool — if you can figure out how and where to use it, that is.
Generally reserved for bonus features for power users, the things that you can do with 3D touch often aren’t immediately obvious. Fortunately, we’ve found a bunch for you!
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