Use a tripod for better Night mode shots

It took a while to get to Night mode on iPhone, but it was worth it. The feature makes it possible to take usable images at night without flash, and I'm usually pretty impressed by the results. By default, Night Mode leans conservative on the amount of time it takes to shoot an image. It takes into account how dark it is, as well as how stable the iPhone is, as too much shakiness can produce a blurry photo. As such, if you're holding your iPhone in your hand, iOS may choose to take a quicker Night mode shot, which might not give you the detail you're looking for.

And while you can manually extend the time Night mode is open, you likely won't be able to access the 30-second maximum unless your iPhone is perfectly stable. Instead of holding your iPhone when you snap a Night Mode shot, try using a tripod. By keeping your iPhone perfectly stable, iOS will offer the 30-second settings, pulling in as much detail as it can. Here's what you can expect: Once in the dark, you should see the Night Mode icon activate in the top right. Long-press the icon, then, next to "NIGHT MODE," choose "Max (30s).

" Now, take your photo, and wait the 30 seconds until it's complete.