Expect major changes for the iOS 16 lock screen, which should pick up support for special iPhone wallpapers with widget-like functionality, among other changes.
iOS 16 lock screen makeover includes wallpapers with widget-like capabilities
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How to quickly switch between these 3 million wallpapers on your iPhone
Apple offers about 40 wallpapers which you can see in iPhone settings. Plus, you can download thousands of different wallpapers from places like our Wallpaper gallery. But what if you want to be surprised with a new background every time you change the wallpaper? What if you aren't satisfied with just a few wallpapers and want almost endless options?
In this exciting tutorial, we show you how to use one of the 3 million images from expert photographers around the world as your iPhone wallpaper and switch to a new wallpaper whenever you like.
Pom Pom gives jailbroken iPhones a sexy new Lock Screen
Anyone who might be in the market for a redesigned Lock Screen might be in luck thanks to the release of a new and free jailbreak tweak called Pom Pom by iOS developer thatcluda.
Hive Reborn gives your iPhone’s passcode interface the same hexagonal appearance that you’d find in a beehive
Just a little over three years ago, we showed you an interesting new take on the iPhone’s passcode entry interface called Hive. The name spoke volumes about the tweak’s purpose, as it introduced a hexagonal-inspired aesthetic to the passcode entry interface that you’d typically find in a beehive.
How to show an emoji or symbol in your iPhone status bar
Find out how to display a symbol in your iPhone status bar and Lock Screen to personalize the look of your device.
Satellite brings an iOS 15-inspired Do Not Disturb user experience to jailbroken iOS 14 devices
iOS 15 made several improvements to the iPhone’s native Do Not Disturb feature, essentially rebranding it as “Focus” and adding new features. So we would understand if you feel like you’re missing out while using a jailbroken iOS 14 device.
This free jailbreak tweak removes the Lock Screen’s camera & flashlight Quick Action buttons
Apple attempted to make using your iPhone’s camera and/or rear-facing LED flashlight easier with the introduction of the Lock Screen’s Quick Action buttons beginning with handsets if the notched variety — namely the iPhone X and newer.
How to set up your Medical ID on iPhone and Apple Watch
Learn what Medical ID for iPhone is, how to set it up, and how to access anyone's Medical ID on iPhone and Apple Watch in a life-saving situation.
Get a slick Android-inspired Lock Screen for your jailbroken iPhone with Waktos
If you’ve ever wanted your iPhone’s Lock Screen to look and feel more like it was designed akin to Google’s Android operating system, then we’ve got just the jailbreak tweak for you.
NPurge can clear all notifications from the Lock Screen or Notification Center with a pull-down gesture
As notifications stack up on the Lock Screen and in Notification Center while you’re away, you might find yourself coming back to a colorful mess of missed notifications.
This jailbreak tweak replaces the Lock Screen’s digital time with an analog clock
Do you have a soft spot for the timeless aesthetic of an analog clock? If so, then a new jailbreak tweak subtly named Analog by iOS developer ginsudev could be right up your alley!
QuickActions lets jailbreakers customize the Lock Screen’s Quick Action shortcuts
I frequently use the Lock Screen-based Quick Action buttons to use the flashlight or Camera on my iPhone, but I’ll admit I wish there were more shortcut options at my disposal than just those two.