Learn how to enable iOS-like standby mode on Android devices! Standby feature transforms your smartphone display into a smart display that can show everything from the time (like an alarm clock) to live scores to photographs.
With the introduction of iOS 17, Apple introduced a new feature called Standby Mode, which turns the iPhone into a smart display with smart home controls. It displays information such as the clock, weather, images from the Photos app, and other information in a new full screen while the iPhone is charging in landscape mode.
If you are an Android user and interested in this smart feature and want to have it on your device, this guide is for you. In this guide, you will learn different methods to enable standby mode on your Android device, similar to iOS. Without any delay, let us get started.
Table of ContentsWhat Is Standby Mode?
Standby mode is a feature found in most devices, such as smartphones, computers, and televisions, where the device is put into a power-saving mode when not in use and is quickly woken up when needed. With the introduction of Always on Display, standby mode has been significantly improved and now displays useful information such as time, date, notifications, or other important details without the need to fully activate the screen.
With the introduction of the new standby mode on iOS, Apple has made the home screen more visually appealing and added useful widgets. Sooner or later, we may see this feature on Android as well. Until then, you can use these workarounds to enjoy standby mode on your Android smartphone.How to Enable Standby Mode on Android
Standby mode has been available on Samsung smartphones for some time. If your smartphone is running a UI 5 or later version, you can enable standby mode directly in the settings. Samsung’s implementation of standby mode is usually not as responsive as the iPhone’s, but it can be used when the smartphone is not in use.
