Apple iOS 27 adds AI‑generated wallpapers and clock redesign for iPhone lock screen

Apple’s iOS 27 public beta introduces four new lock‑screen customisation options. The clock can now be shifted to the top widget row in a compact mode, freeing central space for the background image. An “Extend” feature uses AI to intelligently expand image edges, helping photos fit the screen without manual cropping. The Image Playground app receives a major upgrade, allowing users to generate AI‑crafted wallpapers directly from the lock‑screen selector, with style choices such as retro illustration or animation. Finally, the Now Playing widget can be swiped away, removing the music‑control overlay while playback continues.

These changes aim to give iPhone users greater visual freedom on the lock screen, balancing personal expression with functional information.