14 DAY TRIAL // Apple has announced iOS 16 at WWDC, and one of the biggest additions to the new operating system version is support for a customizable lock screen.
In other words, users can now customize the lock screen with their own style, including even various tweaks for the clock and the date.
In addition, Apple is bringing widgets to the lock screen, therefore letting users get information from certain apps without even unlocking the iPhone.
“The Lock Screen gets more personal, beautiful, and helpful with iOS 16. With a new multilayered effect, the subjects of photos are artfully set in front of the time on the Lock Screen, creating a sense of depth. Users can also change the look of the date and time with expressive type styles and color choices,” Apple says.
The lock screen widgets will be more or less inspired by Apple Watch complications, and Apple is also introducing support for multiple lock screens.
Public launch in September
In other words, users can create several styles and then switching between them with just a swipe, pretty much like they do on the Apple Watch to switch between faces.
“A new Lock Screen gallery features a range of options for inspiration, such as Apple collections, which include Pride and Unity to celebrate special cultural moments; a Weather wallpaper to see live weather conditions as they change throughout the day; and an Astronomy wallpaper for views of the Earth, moon, and solar system. Users can also create Lock Screens using their favorite emoji or color combinations. With multiple Lock Screens, users can switch between their favorites with just a swipe,” the company says.
iOS 16 is projected to go live in September for the iPhone 8 and newer, with the beta program to begin later this summer.