Since the primary purpose of iOS updates is to make your iPhone safe from data breaches and fix frequently reported glitches, we recommend that you never revert to an older iOS. However, we don't recommend doing this because it isn't simple, and it makes your phone less secure.

Plus, instead of a moving photograph, you can set an entire photo album as a wallpaper that changes automatically or manually.Ĭan I downgrade my iOS from 16 to 15? Technically, yes, you can downgrade to an older iOS. While Live Photo wallpapers were a popular way to personalize your phone, there are plenty of new interactive wallpaper options to pick from. You can tap and hold your screen to see the Live wallpaper in action.Did Apple remove Live Wallpaper? The iOS 16 Software Update removed the option to set a Live Photo as a wallpaper. Make sure Live Photos is highlighted once you’ve picked a wallpaper as shown in the far right image below.

Tap Set to apply that wallpaper to your Lock screen, Home screen or bothĬhoose Live on the right hand side as shown in the first image below, or choose from your own Live Photos.

Swipe down and tap Wallpaper, then Choose a New Wallpaper.

Keep in mind that even if you set a Live wallpaper to both your Home screen and Lock screen, the animation will only be available on the Lock screen with a firm press.īeyond the stock Live options that you’ll see in settings, keep in mind you can use Live Photos that you’ve taken as well for a more personal touch. Live wallpapers offer an animation effect for iPhone 6s and later (excluding iPhone SE).

Looking to spice up your iPhone wallpapers? Follow along for how to make use of animated Live wallpapers on iPhone.

How to make your own live wallpaper