iPhone 12 is the latest iPhone model released by Apple in October 2020. This new model comes with several new features and enhancements to its previous version like 5G capability, A14 Bionic chip, and an improved camera system. With continuous use of the iPhone 12, it’s essential to keep track of its recent activity. It will allow you to monitor your phone usage, identify any unauthorized access, and maintain your privacy. In this blog, we will discuss the different methods to check recent activity on iPhone 12.
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What’s Needed
The method used to check recent activity on iPhone 12 requires the device itself and access to its settings.
What Should I Pay Attention to?
Before proceeding with checking the recent activity on your iPhone 12, you should ensure that you have access to the device and its passcode. Additionally, the settings we will be exploring in this blog allows you to check the recent activity on your iPhone 12 only. If you want to monitor the activity of another device, you may use the Family Sharing feature.
Method 1: Check Recent Activity Using Screen Time
1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone 12.
2. Scroll down and select "Screen Time."
3. Tap "See All Activity" to get information about your use of your device.
4. Here you can get an overview of your usage for the day, week, or month.
5. To see the activity for a particular day or week, tap the corresponding days or weeks under the Activity section.
6. Similarly, to see the activity of a specific app, tap the app icon you want to check under the Most Used section.
Pros
– Provides a detailed analysis of the device usage.
– Allows restriction of apps, websites, and content.
– Can be used to set the Child restrictions.
Cons
– Requires Screen Time to be enabled, which may not be set up in some devices.
– Only provides activity data since the last time the device was charged.
– May not track usage if the device is off.
Method 2: Check Recent Activity Using Battery Usage
1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone 12.
2. Select "Battery."
3. Scroll down to "Battery Usage" section and tap on "Last 24 Hours" or "Last 10 Days" to display the app usage in descending order.
4. Here you can see the app name and the percentage of battery used by each app.
Pros
– Easy to use and get a quick overview of the most battery-consuming apps.
– Helps to monitor the device usage patterns.
Cons
– Only displays app battery usage and not the device activity.
– Does not provide a detailed analysis of the device usage patterns.
Method 3: Check Recent Activity Using Siri Suggestions
1. Swipe down from the home screen of your iPhone 12 to open the search bar.
2. Scroll down to view the Siri Suggestions section.
3. Tap on a suggestion provided by Siri like calling a contact or using an app.
4. You will be redirected to the app or the contact page from where you can review your recent activity on that app or with that contact.
Pros
– Easy to access and convenient to use.
– Provides a quick way to review recent activity with a specific app or contact.
Cons
– Only displays recent activity on the app or with that specific contact.
Why Can’t I Check Recent Activity on my iPhone 12?
1. Screen Time is not enabled.
– Enable Screen Time in the Settings app to get the recent activity data.
2. iPhone 12 is not updated to the latest IOS version.
– Make sure your iPhone 12 is updated to the latest iOS version to use all the features and settings.
3. Battery Usage is not recognized.
– Check that you have chosen a suitable time to check the battery usage for the last 24 hours or the last ten days.
Suggestions
– Enable Screen Time on your iPhone 12 to get the detailed analysis and restrict inappropriate content.
– Monitor battery usage to track the apps that consume more battery.
– Turn on Siri Suggestions to review the recent activity with a specific contact or app easily.
FAQs
Q. Can I see the recent activity of other devices with my iPhone 12?
A. No, the methods discussed in this blog allow you to check the recent activity on your iPhone 12 only. If you wish to monitor other devices, you may use the Family Sharing feature.
Q. Can I check the recent activity of deleted apps on my iPhone 12?
A. No, if an app has been deleted from your iPhone 12, its recent activity cannot be accessed anymore.
Q. Can I restrict access to inappropriate content using the Screen Time feature?
A. Yes, you can set restrictions on apps, websites, and content using the Screen Time feature on your iPhone 12.
Q. Can I check the recent activity after factory resetting my iPhone 12?
A. No, factory resetting the iPhone 12 erases all data, including recent activity, from the device.
Q. Can I delete the recent activity data of my iPhone 12?
A. Yes, you can erase all data related to recent activity by resetting your device, but it is recommended not to do so to monitor your device usage better.
Conclusion
In this blog, we have discussed the different methods to check recent activity on iPhone 12. These methods allow you to monitor the iPhone 12 usage and restrict access to inappropriate content. Despite the benefits of each method, it’s essential to use the method suitable for your use case and ensure the Screen Time feature is enabled to get the detailed activity analysis.