Four iPhone tricks that still work even with DEAD battery including making payments and using genius location perk
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EVEN if your iPhone is out of charge, it's still plenty powerful. There are a few clever iPhone features that still work even when you've run the battery right down. They're important to know, as they can really save you when you're in a pickle. First up, it's possible to make payments for certain things when your iPhone is dead.
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Specifically, you can pay for some types of public transport. It works using a feature called Express Mode. This feature – which works even when your iPhone is on – lets you make the payment without unlocking it. For instance, tap into the London Underground or NYC subway with a locked iPhone and your Express Mode card will be charged.
![[iPhone Express Transit Card payment selection screen. A card is selected.]](https://www.thesun.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/iphone-dead-001.jpg?strip=all&w=960)
Express Mode is on by default, but you can choose which card you want to use in your Apple Settings. It's strictly for transit only – it won't work if you're trying to buy a sandwich at the shop. This also works for unlocking your motor, if you've set up your car key on your iPhone.
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Add your car key to the Apple Wallet and it'll also work while your iPhone is dead too. "You might be able to use your Express Mode cards, passes, and keys on your iPhone, even when your device needs to be charged," Apple explains. "Power reserve works for up to five hours with some cards, passes, and keys that have Express Mode turned on.".
![[iPhone Find My settings showing location sharing is off.]](https://www.thesun.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/iphone-dead-003.jpg?strip=all&w=960)
