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Start recording by tapping the back of your iPhone

Double or triple-tap the back of your iPhone to start recording. It's a hidden iOS feature that works even through most cases.

Back Tap accessibility setting for Whisper Memos

How to set it up

  1. Open Settings > Accessibility > Touch.
  2. Scroll down and tap Back Tap.
  3. Choose Double Tap or Triple Tap.
  4. Scroll down to the Shortcuts section and select the Whisper Memos "Start Recording" shortcut.

How it works

Tap the back of your iPhone twice (or three times) and Whisper Memos starts recording. It works even through most phone cases.

Back Tap is one of iOS's best hidden features. It gives you a physical gesture to trigger recording without pressing any buttons or looking at the screen.

Get started now

Whisper Memos is free to try, and surprisingly inexpensive to use. Get it in the App Store, and start writing by talking!