09/23/2019
Just a good safety tip to try here...
I started using the Do Not Disturb feature on my iPhone while driving as I found the text messages too distracting. I am finding the switch to be painless and wanted to share. Note to parents: it's especially useful for younger drivers. Here's a summary of the features, which you can customize in Settings.
Your iPhone stays silent and the screen stays dark. If someone sends you a message, they receive an automatic reply letting them know that you're driving. If the message is important, the sender can type the word "urgent" to make sure that you receive a notification. Then you can pull over to read their important message or ask Siri to read it to you.
Some notifications such as emergency alerts, timers, and alarms will be delivered.
Phone calls are delivered using the same conditions as standard Do Not Disturb: You can allow calls only from your Favorites, and you can allow calls to come through if the same person calls twice in a row. If your iPhone connects to your car via Bluetooth, calls will come through as usual, and you can use the buttons, microphones, and speakers in your car to take your call.
GPS/navigation can still work, but displays on a locked screen so you can only view directions.
Give it a try and let me know what you think!
