That photo you’re viewing on your iPhone lock screen looks a bit two-dimensional. If only you could add a splash of 3D to it — that’s just what you’ll be able to do with the release of Apple’s iOS 26.
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The upcoming version of iOS will include a 3D spatial feature. This means you’ll be able to view any photo in 3D, not just those shot with a spatial effect.
The new feature is borrowed from Apple’s Vision Pro, but it lets you view your photos spatially on your iPhone. The cool part is that the photo’s foreground and background elements are separated, just like in a regular 3D image.
Works on Lock screen and in Photos
The 3D effect works on both the Lock screen and in the Photos app. On the Lock screen, wallpaper images turn 3D as you move your iPhone. The time displayed on the wallpaper also adapts fluidly, allowing you to fully experience your photo. In the Photos app, open any photo and move your iPhone to activate the spatial effect and view the image in 3D.
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The new feature promises to add a cool effect to your photos without any special effort — all you have to do is update to iOS 26 when it’s ready.
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