Apple’s iOS 26 introduces a captivating “spatial scene” feature for iPhone lock screens, creating a dynamic 3D effect that responds to user movement. This innovative visual experience, currently available on the iOS 26 public beta, is anticipated to be widely accessible to all users in September, coinciding with the launch of the iPhone 17 series.
The spatial scene effect allows users to select wallpapers that appear to have depth. When an iPhone user tilts or moves their device, the foreground and background elements of the wallpaper animate, providing a sense of three-dimensionality.This feature aims to enhance the personalization and visual appeal of the iPhone lock screen.
Here’s how to enable the spatial scene on your iPhone lock screen:
Step 1: Access Lock Screen Customization
Begin by long-pressing and holding your current lock screen for a few seconds. This action will bring up options to change your wallpaper or add further customizations.
Step 2: Add a New Lock Screen
To create a spatial scene, select the “+” icon, which signifies adding a new lock screen.This will open the wallpaper selection interface.
Step 3: Choose Your Wallpaper
You can either select an image from your photo libary or choose from the “spatial scene suggestions.” The latter option automatically presents images that are optimized to display effectively in the 3D effect.
Step 4: Adjust and Enable Spatial Scene
Once you’ve chosen an image, you can adjust its placement and zoom using pinch gestures. crucially, ensure the hexagon-shaped icon is enabled. This icon is the toggle for activating the spatial scene on your chosen lock screen wallpaper.
Step 5: Further Customization and Saving
After setting the wallpaper, you have the opportunity to further personalize your lock screen. This includes options to resize the clock, change its font, and select colors that complement your wallpaper. You can also add widgets of your preference.
save your changes. This process not only elevates the aesthetic of your lock screen but also imbues it with an impressive sense of depth through the spatial scene wallpaper.
Notably the stable release of iOS 26 is still pending. The information provided is based on the current functionality observed in the public beta version of the operating system.
