Download the iOS 8 and OS X Yosemite wallpapers

OS X Yosemite Splash

Today, Apple announced the newest version of its desktop operating system, OS X 10.10, also known as “Yosemite.” With a vast array of new features, 10.10 is one of the largest departures from previous versions we have seen in many years. Sporting exciting additions like Continuity, which promises a more streamlined experience when switching between iOS devices and desktop devices, we are really enjoying getting through some of the beta testing.

Each new version of any OS includes at least one amazing wallpaper from Apple. Today, we discovered one new wallpaper with each iOS 8 and Yosemite. Inside, find the full resolution versions for your selective devices…

Download Yosemite wallpaper

First, is the desktop version of the Yosemite wallpaper. It is an image of El Capitan in Yosemite park, keeping in line with Apple’s new vision to name OS X versions after California-inspired locations and entities. From the seas of Mavericks to the mountains with Yosemite.

Yosemite Preview

Download: desktop (5418 x 3048 at 300); iPhone 5/s/c; iPad

Download iOS 8 wallpaper

iOS 8 Wallpaper preview

Download: iPhone 5/s/c; iPad

The links below each preview will load the full resolution image. For the desktop version, make sure to save the image in a folder and set it as your desktop. With such a large file size, it will be perfect for Retina model computers. The iOS wallpapers can be downloaded directly from your device by opening it in mobile Safari. Tap hold the image and save it to Camera Roll. The image can be set as wallpaper through either the Settings.app or Photos.app.

To download some user created iOS 8 and OS X wallpapers, make sure to check out Sunday’s Wallpapers of the Week post!

Thanks to @JasonZigrino for helping me run down that giant OS X wallpaper. Also, a big thanks to @Surenix, who actually pegged this official iOS 8 wallpaper, yesterday! Check out the full WWDC and iOS wallpaper pack on his website.