My favorite iOS 18 feature stops me from being car sick - here's how to test it for yourself

Over the years, I've discovered that some of the best new iOS features are hidden within the accessibility options in the Settings app. This is why I always explore these settings after every new release, and I almost always find something valuable.

The iOS 18 release is no exception. This time, I found a feature that helps prevent car sickness when using an iPhone.

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As a driver, I usually have my iPhone mounted in a cradle, so I'm not deeply engaged with it besides quick glances at the navigation apps. However, as a passenger, it's a different story. I find myself getting pulled in, but then all of a sudden I'll get that unsettling sensation in my stomach, which can escalate to the point where I need to lie down with a cold compress on my forehead.

This is why I was particularly eager to try out a new iOS 18 feature, designed to reduce motion sickness.

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The feature called Vehicle Motion Cues does exactly what its name suggests. When you're in a moving vehicle, dots appear at the edge of the display and move in sync with the vehicle's motion. 

The idea is to align what your eyes see with what your ears and brain perceive. Does it work? 

I can't say it will work for everyone, but it certainly works for me -- and it works exceptionally well.

You can enable this setting in the Settings app by navigating to Settings > Accessibility > Motion and then tapping on Show Vehicle Motion Cues. Alternatively, you can activate it via the Control Center.

I found that setting the Vehicle Motion Cues options to automatic works effectively, as it accurately detects when I'm in a car.

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If you suffer from motion sickness, it's definitely worth a try. I initially thought that the dots would be annoying, but after a few minutes, they just blended into the background.