Ever feel like your lock screen could use something extra? Something that makes it stand out? If you’re bored of the same old flat backgrounds, we’ve got good news: Depth Effect wallpapers are here to make your iPhone look even better. This clever feature adds a cool 3D-like effect to your screen, making part of the image appear in front of the clock. It’s a simple yet great way to make your phone feel more lively.
One of the most exciting updates in iOS 18 is the new lock screen – you can now add widgets, change fonts, and change colours to personalise your phone more than ever before. One of the coolest features? The Depth Effect.
With the Depth Effect, you can make your iPhone’s lock screen really stand out, with images that seem to pop out. There are lots of creative ways to use the Depth Effect, but it can be tricky to find wallpapers that work well with it – that’s where we come in! We’ve picked some of the best Depth Effect-friendly wallpapers to help you get started with customising your iOS 18 lock screen. Let’s take a look!
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Tips for Finding Compatible Wallpapers:
Before we jump into the wallpapers, here are some tips and tricks for making the most of a Depth Effect wallpaper setup:
- Strong contrasting colours between the subject and background
- Clear difference in image texture, comparing the subject to the background
- Subject must be in sharp focus.
When setting an image that should work, make sure to:
- Prevent the subject from covering more than the bottom 25% of the clock space—keep the obfuscating subject at or below the bottom dot on the clock colon.
- only set the subject to cover one-to-two of the clock numbers
- Turn off widgets
There are two ways to set a Depth Effect wallpaper:
- From the Photos app: Go to the photo you want to use in your camera roll, tap the share button in the bottom-left, scroll to ‘Use as Wallpaper’, and set your lock screen.
- From the lock screen setup page: Press and hold on the lock screen wallpaper, swipe all the way to the right until you see ‘Add New’, tap the plus sign, select Photos from the top-left, and pick your Depth Effect wallpaper from your camera roll. If you're already setting or editing a lock screen, just tap the photo icon in the bottom-left to change the wallpaper.
Awesome Depth Effect Wallpapers to Get Started
Whether you’ve got the latest iPhone 16, the iPhone 15, or an older model, these wallpapers will give your lock screen a fresh, modern look. We scoured online communities to find the most stunning options, so all you need to do is pick your favourite and enjoy seeing your iPhone look better than ever.
Here’s a tip: don’t be afraid to experiment! Changing your wallpaper from time to time keeps your lock screen fresh and exciting. It’s a simple way to add personality to your phone with minimal effort. So, have fun customising your iPhone to suit your style.
Why wait? Just tap the download button below the image to make this Depth Effect wallpaper yours!
1. Buzz Lightyear Hammer of Heroism Wallpaper
2. Cool Spaceman Depth Effect Wallpaper
3. Burj Khalifa Wallpaper for iPhone
4. Fishing Dreams Depth Effect Wallpaper
5. 3D Depth Effect Wallpaper
6. Wolverine Lock Screen Wallpaper
7. Lighthouse Depth Effect Background for iPhone
8. Grayscale Eiffel Tower iOS 18 Lock Screen Wallpaper
9. Cybertruck Wallpaper for iPhone
10. Rustic Building Lock Screen Wallpaper
11. Roman Sculpture Depth Effect Wallpaper for iPhone
12. Amazing Colourful Architecture Wallpaper
13. Cool 3D Astronaut Lockscreen Wallpaper
14. Dessert iPhone Background
15. Moon Knight Lock Screen Wallpaper
That’s everything!
What do you think of the wallpapers? We really hope you like them! Have you found a favourite yet? With so many to choose from, we’re excited to hear which one stands out to you.
If you think we’ve missed any great designs or have any suggestions, we’d love to hear from you! Don’t be shy—share your thoughts in the comments below. Your feedback helps us improve and bring you even better wallpapers next time!