How To Remember The Location Of Your Parked Car iPhone

[@elainebrockhaus649]

OMG I wish every good soul who explains things to us would follow your example of speaking slowly and clearly while keeping it simple!

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Thanks Elaine! I appreciate your support!

[@minuteman4394]

@@EllensTipsForiOS Ellen you are a gem !

[@ric-carol]

Gosh, you are an absolute gem for taking the time to upload these videos🙏🏼

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Glad you like them! Thanks for watching!

[@EricsonHerbas]

This is a great tip! I had no idea. Thank you!!

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Glad it was helpful Ericson! Thanks for watching.

[@TubeYouTakashi]

Thank you, Ellen. This is very useful tips, I am often working around parking area to find my car. With age, sometimes I do not remainder.

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

You are so welcome!

[@BenSussmanpro]

I’m 67 and even when I was 21 I couldn’t remember where I parked. I lack an internal compass but compensate by remembering the street address or landmarks, & count spaces in garages.

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Great job Ben!! Maybe this could help.

[@BenSussmanpro]

@@EllensTipsForiOSYes it did! I wasn’t aware of these tools you discussed. I use an airtag in my car but now I can use it elsewhere. Thank you!

[@jeffsmith-ze6wb]

THANKS SO MUCH for your videos you break it down simple and in plain words so this 58 year old man can understand it and I truly appreciate that!!!!! You and another man I forget his name he’s in his 60’s I guess does a good job of breaking it down y’all ARE the BEST!!!!! Again THANKS

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

I appreciate that Jeff! Thanks for watching.

[@alecclews]

There is the old school option I still use to take a photo of the parking location (well actually the location ID painted on the concrete pillars) and adding an alarm or timer on my phone to tell me when my parking expires (remember to subtract 10m or so from the timer to give you time to get back and move the car)

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Great tip!!

[@SimplisticallyDigital]

Very good information! I need this for large outdoor mall parking lots.

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Glad it was helpful!

[@swampmonkey22]

Great job on this tip. Thank you. ❤

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@javtimestwo]

I never thought of using this feature and look at all the traffic you are getting as a result 👏🏽 Keep up the great work!

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Thank you Jav!! I’ll do my best.

[@charlesdup6803]

Ellen, found out why I could not find parking option. Needed to turn on significant location as you suggested at the end of your utube! Thanks!

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching Charles!

[@kamleshgirigoswami9946]

This is very nice and helpful information thank you for knowledge

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Most welcome! Thank you for taking the time to watch.

[@mini-tw1xp]

Thanks Ellen!!

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@laurasoftheart]

Hi Ellen, I’m running ios 17.6.1 I followed all your instructions including turning on significant locations but it wasn't till I turned my phone off and on that it showed “show parked location.” I hope this helps someone and thanks for all you do.

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Thank you for your helpful tip Laura!!

[@christinearmitagejerrard5077]

Thank you so much for this u tube presentation . So clear and useful. I look for to more helpful topics. 😀❤

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

You're most welcome Christine!

[@m.y.o.b6319]

Thanks for sharing this with us👍🏼 but for me, I still prefer using my memory remembering where my parked car is😁😂❣️

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Totally up to you! Thanks for watching.

[@paulkeegan8755]

Great Tip !

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Glad you think so Paul. Thanks for watching!

[@sharetac9296]

Hi, thank you for sharing.

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Thanks for watching!

[@Tinrebel]

Awesome! Always forget this feature! Thx!

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

You bet! Thanks for watching!

[@LarryFasnacht]

I never used this feature because my vehicle doesn’t have Bluetooth. I didn’t know I could use Siri to remember for me. Thanks!

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Excellent Larry!

[@dizzybroad6965]

My iOS is updated to 17.6.1 ..but i don’t have show parked location as a choice!

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Do you have location services turned on!

[@dizzybroad6965]

@@EllensTipsForiOS yes , i do

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

What iPhone model do you have dizzy broad?? It should be located under Settings>Maps.

[@dizzybroad6965]

@@EllensTipsForiOS iPhone 13 …

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Are you located outside the US?? I’ve heard from people outside the US that they don’t have it.

[@donsoper9583]

If you press and hold the map icon a menu pops up and can share or mark your location

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Great Tip Don! Thank you 😊

[@shrs.3448]

Thank you, Ms Ellen. Appreciate you. Blessings from LA

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

You are so welcome

[@Teresa-K]

Hi Ellen! Thanks for this special video. I have not used this before. I will check this feature out. Thanks for all the helpful videos you produce about the iPhone. Love and Kindness, Teresa

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

You are so welcome Teresa! Thank you for your kindness and comments!

[@mgraham_Indiana]

Your tips are very helpful…thank you 👍

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Glad you like them!

[@Jeanettepina12]

Thank you very much for making this video was very helpful keep them coming I need all the help I can get in plain English,step by step so we can fallow 👍

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

You're very welcome Jeanette! Thanks for watching!

[@Jianfa88Tsai]

Thanks

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

No problem

[@CuriousinNY]

Awesome tip. I didn’t know about this before now. Thank you. I am definitely going to try this out and use it.

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

You are so welcome!

[@lucydeboxer2565]

Very helpful and well done!

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Glad it was helpful Lucy! Thanks for watching!

[@MetalMike2112]

Very Good Info, Thank You!

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

You're welcome Metal Mike!

[@minggenhu2156]

I also have the same issue, I don’t have what you showed at the very bottom, I only have ride booking at extension

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Try updating to iOS 18 and see if you have it then.

[@flossey100]

Great video and content and planning to expand my knowledge 💖💖💖🇦🇺

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Wonderful Flossey!

[@tonysilva2654]

Great video. Thanks!!!

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

You're welcome Tony!

[@kristiegoddard3922]

Brilliant! Thank you!

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Thank you so much Kristie!

[@MB-sh3uu]

ELLEN great presentation. have any good recipes😊

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Thank you 😊

[@tanagra2]

Thank you very much for this.

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

You're very welcome! 😊

[@brucemoller7012]

Great ideas, thanks.

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Glad you like them Bruce!

[@WestTennessee]

Great information thank you

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching!

[@robertlockwood3425]

I'm at home and it shows that the car is at a shopping center about 4 miles away. This is probably where my iPhone bluetooth and car's bluetooth for some reason became un-paired - although my car shows when calls arrive (but not who is calling) and allows me to listen to messages that I cannot understand. My problem is that when an airbag deployed and saved me from injury it also left me hard of hearing. I pair my hearing aids to my iPhone as that really helps me understand callers, but after a short time (varies from a few seconds to a couple of minutes) my car hijacks iPhone bluetooth the audio is sent to the car's speakers and usually I cannot understand the speaker. (It's distracting from my driving as well). I liked your presentation.

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Hey Robert sorry you’re having issues. Can you turn CarPlay Off and just use your hearing aids??

[@Wellbaby94]

How cool is that!

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

It really is! 😊

[@kennymatheson]

Another great video I always learn something new from your videos and the way you explain things. I would like to learn more about you. What is your background and how did you acquire so much knowledge?

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Thanks Kenny! I’m a retired Respiratory Therapist who started this channel as a way to help my co-workers. I’ve always loved technology and learning. I guess I’m just an Apple Fangirl! Thanks for the comment and watching the videos.

[@carolhgordon]

Ellen, I really appreciate your clear videos. I volunteer locally to provide computer/phone help in-person and via Zoom, and am envious of your iPhone "simulator" feature -- could you share what you use to display your iPhone screen for your videos (if it is something readily available)? I didn't see it revealed on your website. Thanks (from someone who (I think) shares your hometown!)

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Hi Carol!! I use Screenflow to record my videos on an iMac.

[@erickabest2308]

👍🏽 thank you

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@kaiaabear448]

Man look at grandma Schooling us . Techy❤

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Thanks I love the tech!!

[@TOPDadAlpha]

Take a quick photo of the parking letters and numbers..... Much easier

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Or you could do both!

[@steveh7216]

Hi Ellen. Thanks for this fantastic tip! 👍 I don't use Bluetooth, so I tried it with Siri. However after experimenting I have problem removing the pin "Parked Car". It removes successfully in Maps when viewed in "Driving"; but when I go to "Satellite" the blue "Parked Car" label marker is still there. I cannot seem to delete it. Can you help? - thanks.

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Glad it was helpful Steve! Try closing out the maps app and restart the app.

[@steveh7216]

Hi Ellen, I didn't think of closing and restarting the app. I ended up doing a restart on my iPhone and that fixed it! :) I like your channel and look forward to checking out some more of your videos. Incidentally, I'm running iOS 17.5.1 and am reluctant to update to 17.6.1 as I've read too many feedback problems on the 'MacRumors' forum.

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Hi Steve, I updated and so far I haven’t had any issues. Is there something specific they mention? Glad your issue is resolved.

[@steveh7216]

Hi Ellen, I have a 14PM and the main negative reports by some, were significant battery drain issues, when they updated to 17.6.1.

[@jojonsu]

Is there a way for multi storey car park?

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

I don’t think so!

[@charlesdup6803]

Ellen, I have a iPhone 13 max running iso 17.6.1. I cannot find the parked car option under maps. What am I missing?

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Glad you figured it out!!

[@janmitchell641]

that was super helpful Ellen, thank you!

[@lunepilot2874]

Yes same here. Location services on but still not available.

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Thank you Jan!

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Are you outside the US. If so that could be the problem.

[@Kaila999]

Hmmm. I have had the Show Parked Location turned ever since I bought my iPhone 13 Mini (2 years, iOS up to date). I have NEVER received a pin notification. I went through your very clear instructions, and it turns out I already had things like you said. What’s my problem? Thanks for any help you can give.

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Thanks for sharing. Try having Apple Maps open when you’re in a place you don’t frequent often.

[@Kaila999]

@@EllensTipsForiOS thanks. I’ll try that!

[@sylviaatkins7316]

Sounds like a great idea. I’m in the UK and that option doesn’t seem to be on my phone (15 pro)

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

So sorry Sylvia!

[@sue.Hoo123]

@@sylviaatkins7316 it should be it’s on my iPhone XS which is nearly 5 years old! I’m in the UK too

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Thanks for sharing Sue!! Sylvia try the troubleshooting tips. Check that location services are turned on and then restart your iPhone.

[@JoeCosentino]

Just take a photo of the pole nearest and parking number

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Go for it Joe!!

[@AndyASmith]

If only i could now find my iPhone😂😂

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

🤣Hope you find it soon Andy!

[@DarenLee]

Ah I was hoping it does indoor multilevel parking at mall.

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Maybe in an update!

[@kernowboy137]

Good point, I forgot the level I parked at once, and by the time I found my car I was charged for another hour. Needless to say, I now take a photo of the floor number!

[@francisexperience]

Show Parked Location is not on my Iphone 15 help!

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

I’m hearing from people outside the US that they don’t have it. Does that include you? If not you should have it.

[@ursbis]

Do i need a wifi signal?

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

No you don’t!

[@josephfredbill]

The maps trick only works if you use apple maps for navigation. If you dont (I use google maps) it shows the last place you used apple maps

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Correct Joseph my videos are on Apple products.

[@josephfredbill]

@@EllensTipsForiOS google maps is still a product that runs on Apple. I think you are in the US. I am in the uk. Apple maps are less complete for the UK - they are less detailed, fewer roads etc. and google maps (still on iOS) works better here. I did look to see if google maps had the same feature but it doesnt. Shame :-(.

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Thanks for the update Joseph. I wish I knew these things when recording. Sorry!

[@chezchezchezchez]

Does it work for bicycles too? Cars suck!

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Sorry but I don’t think so!

[@77space-vt8wi]

The you Ellen. No idea that the iPhone 15 had this capability.

[@77space-vt8wi]

Oops. Thank you Ellen..

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@DeanAllman]

Go Steelers 😏

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Go Steeler’s!!😆

[@davecable3104]

My maps app does not have parked car selection at bottom! Any idea what’s up with that?

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Hi Dave are you outside the US?? Otherwise you should have it.

[@davecable3104]

@@EllensTipsForiOS Mechanicsburg PA

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

We’re practically neighbors! I’m out of Pittsburgh. Someone said they restarted their iPhone and it appeared. Hope it helps.

[@davecable3104]

I also turned in significant location but still wasn’t there so I’ll try restarting phone

[@davecable3104]

Ok thanks! My bad I didn’t watch video to end that stayed about turning on significant location! Male thing! Still wasn’t there but restart took care of it! Thanks

[@sandrahenry3742]

I have a 14 plus and all notifications are on and I don’t have it. 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

So Sandra are you outside the US? If not you should have it.

[@sandrahenry3742]

@@EllensTipsForiOS no I’m in Massachusetts. I’ll try the siri way next time I’m out. Thanks

[@sandrahenry3742]

Oh now I have it. I had to enable location while using then check off while using the app or widgets. 👍

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

So glad you figured it out Sandra!

[@VictoriaReginaAnn]

I don’t have it on my iPhone 11. 🙁

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

I’m hearing from people who aren’t in the US that they don’t have access. Otherwise you should I believe.

[@scott7937]

Siri did not tell me where my car was parked

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Scott, Be sure to check that your location settings are correct.

[@LAE45]

Doesn‘t work in the EU.

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Sorry to hear that!

[@wch4972]

this gives other info to trace you

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Not sure what you mean??

[@clifficus]

Not in IOS 17.6.1

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

It sure is!!

[@clifficus]

I beg to differ, NOT HERE IN THE UK. On 17.6.1

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Other people in the UK state they have! Have you checked your location services to be sure everything in the video is turned on. If so try restarting your iPhone.

[@tejathome]

Found the video helpful and educational. However saying the word “Siri” causes issues when playing video. Perhaps saying something like “Apple “S” wake word” would be more helpful to your viewers.

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Sorry about! I’ll try and do better.

[@pwks8888]

does not tell you which floor if parking in multi floor parking facilities. just take a photo

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

It’s easy to do both inside the Maps app.

[@steveh7216]

I'm not sure if it would work precisely but it's worth an experiment. Before you leave your car ask Siri: "What's my elevation?" Siri will give you an estimate.

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Thanks for the tip Steve!

[@MelliaBoomBot]

or if you dont have the net just take a picture of where you parked.

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Great tip!!

[@user-ue3xq6xz5x]

If you can’t remember where your car is their is something wrong 😢

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Not true! Maybe it’s a big lot with cars similar to yours. This is to pinpoint where it is.

[@christinearmitagejerrard5077]

Thank you so much for this u tube presentation . So clear and useful. I look for to more helpful topics. 😀❤

[@EllensTipsForiOS]

Glad it was helpful Christine!!