In iOS 16, Apple has introduced a new feature called “Live Activities.” However, the new feature was not available on the iPhone until iOS 16.1 came out last month.
This feature allows users to check current data or information from apps in real-time on the lock screen of their iPhone. For instance, when you are using a fitness app, you can see all the real-time data on the iPhone lock screen, which wasn’t possible earlier.
Check out more information about iOS 16 Live Activities here – What Is Live Activities in iOS 16
Many users have reported that they are unable to use the “Live Activities” feature on their iPhone, and many think Live Activities is not working even after updating to iOS 16.1.
Here, we will look at why this new feature is not working with some apps.
We have already reported why Live Activities is not working on ESPN on iOS 16.1, and you can check it out.
Why Can’t I Use Live Activities on My iPhone/ iOS 16.1?
As stated, Apple rolled out this new feature with iOS 16.1 to all users. However. The Live Activities API was available for developers after the official release of iOS 16 in September.
So, it is possible that only a few app developers have used the API to integrate this amazing feature into their apps. Here is a list of apps that currently support Live Activities.
Since the list only consisted of numbers in two digits, many popular apps like ESPN have not enabled support. Even the Nike Run Club, which was showcased in the Live Activities introduction on Apple’s official website, doesn’t yet support Live Activities.
Hence, you would have to wait until many of your favorite applications start offering this feature.
How to Enable “Live Activities” in iOS 16
With iOS 16.1, there is an option to enable “Live Activities” within the Settings app. Here’s how to go about it:
- First, make sure your iPhone has iOS 16.1 or later.
- Open the “Settings” app.
- Find and select “Face ID & Passcode.”
- Scroll down, and you will find “Live Activities.”
- If it is not enabled, toggle it on.
This is the first thing you should do when you think Live Activities is not working on your iPhone.
How to Fix Live Activities Not Working on iPhone/iOS 16
Here are some other significant things you should consider when Live Activities is not functioning.
- Check if “Live Activities” is enabled in the “Settings” app.
- Make sure the app you are using has integrated this feature; check its info in the App Store.
- Start the activity on the app and lock your iPhone to check if it works.
- Check if the internet connection is enabled.
Final words
This is all you should know about the “Live Activities.” This is an amazing feature for those who want to have access to real-time data on the lock screen, and I think many other developers will integrate it with their apps.
I mean, wouldn’t it be fun to watch the live score of the FIFA World Cup 2022 on the iPhone lock screen? There wouldn’t be a hassle to unlock every time you wished to check the score. Let’s see how Apple and developers use it for good in the future.