A new video demo shows that you can use the Shortcuts app to trigger automations when the iPhone Duo is opened or closed. One potential use is configuring the iPhone Duo to automatically lock when you fold it shut.
Developer pdfu discovered the code last month, but this is the first time a video of the new feature in action has surfaced. Available triggers are when the phone is opened, closed, or either opened or closed. In the demo video, YouTuber Stephen Robles uses the Open trigger to automatically launch a productivity app. Robles confirmed in the thread that the automation can also be used to lock the phone when it is closed.
A more whimsical idea came from a commenter, who suggested using the AOL Instant Messenger door open and closing sound, originally used to notify users when a contact logged on or off. The feature offers plenty of room for creative setups beyond the obvious ones.
Readers are invited to share how they would use the automation in the comments.
Source: 9to5Mac · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing