StandBy may be Apple's first attempt at a true smart display. With tons of features packed in, we walk you through this new way to turn your iPhone into a

StandBy may be Apple’s first attempt at a true smart display. With tons of features packed in, we walk you through this new way to turn your iPhone into a smart display when docked.

Dual widget view in StandByDual widget view in StandBy

To use StandBy, there’s nothing you need to do, other than connect your phone to power and place it horizontally. You can use any charger, whether connecting with a Lightning cable or a MagSafe charging stand.

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