How to stop seeing my photos in standby mode?

The new standby mode started showing me my photos, despite having “show featured content,” already turned off.

iPhone 14 Plus

Posted on Jan 26, 2024 10:14 PM

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Jan 26, 2024 10:28 PM in response to EtM-80

Double-check the Standby mode settings. Go to Settings > Display & Brightness > Standby and ensure "Show Featured Content" is still turned off.

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Jun 29, 2024 10:24 PM in response to ChrispyWood

Have you tried swiping Left/Right to view options other than your photos when your phone is showing your pictures?

Use StandBy to view information at a distance while iPhone is charging - Apple Support

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Jan 28, 2024 7:41 PM in response to SravanKrA

I tried doing what you said. On my phone, “Standby” isn’t listed under Display & Brightness.

I was now able to find Standby under settings, but “show featured content.” Wasn’t included under it. My only option seems to be turning Standby off all together, which is better than nothing.

Jun 29, 2024 10:18 PM in response to SravanKrA

There is no "STANDBY" anything under "Display & Brightness"

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How to stop seeing my photos in standby mode?