When iOS was first introduced, it didn’t support custom wallpapers. Instead, iPhone users could only set a simple black lock screen.
Apple usually updated its collection of wallpapers pre-installed with each new iOS release. That’s why so many iPhone users lost access to older wallpapers like the clownfish.
iPhone 3G
The iPhone 3G is a smartphone that was introduced by Apple in June 2008. It combined all of the revolutionary features of the original iPhone with 3G networking, which promised to be twice as fast* as EDGE and to support more robust location-based mobile services. It also featured built-in GPS, and had an enlarged polycarbonate plastic housing that replaced the aluminum back of the first generation.
When Steve Jobs unveiled the iPhone 3G at the 2008 Worldwide Developers Conference, he emphasized the phone’s speed as an important selling point. He claimed that the phone was 36% faster than rivals like the Nokia N95 and Palm Treo 750, while rendering a much better version of the Web than its predecessor.
But despite its speed, the iPhone 3G was criticized by technology experts for its short battery life. Its two-year subsidized contract with AT&T Wireless in the United States made it a relatively expensive phone, although it was more affordable than many competitors at the time.
Fortunately, Apple took care of those issues in the form of a software update called iPhone OS 3.0 that introduced MMS feature, landscape support for more apps, copy and paste, Bluetooth stereo supports, and other improvements. The 3G was also able to run the hundreds of third party applications already built with the iPhone SDK.
Another key feature of the iPhone 3G was its use of MobileMe, which pushed email, contacts, and calendars from a server to all iOS devices. This streamlined the management of all iOS devices and also ensured that changes to one device were automatically reflected on other devices.
The iPhone 3G was also the first Apple product to be available in color, with a 16 GB model available in black or white. It was also the first iPhone to feature a curved back that made the edges thinner and a non-recessed headphone jack.
As you can see, the iPhone 3G is a great smartphone for its time, and it was one of the most popular models in its generation. However, it’s also worth remembering that the iPhone 3G was a major disappointment for many consumers due to its lack of features and poor battery performance.
iPhone 5
The iPhone 5 was the first iPhone to have a screen with Retina HD resolution. It was also one of the thinnest smartphones ever built with an aluminum body that was 18 percent thinner and 20 percent lighter than the iPhone 4S.
It also came with an improved camera, new operating system and a larger display. It was released on September 21, 2012 and sold over 5 million units in its first weekend.
Apple made sure that the new design was not only beautiful to look at, but to hold too. The glass back and stainless steel band were replaced with an all-aluminum frame that was a little less chunky than the previous models, resulting in a phone that felt a lot more natural to hold.
During the press event, Apple touted the new aluminum frame as a much more solid construction than the plastic or stainless steel frames used in the previous models. Using the same aluminum as the iPad, the body is 0.30 in thick (7.5 mm) with diamond-polished chamfered edges.
The iPhone 5 is the best-looking and most feature-rich smartphone in history, but it also has its flaws. The Retina display is a little too bright for some people’s eyes, and the rounded-rectangle design can be a bit clumsy to grip.
However, the iPhone 5 is also a fantastic gadget with plenty of high-end features that will keep you busy for hours on end. It has a brilliant camera, high efficiency, impressive display and a super-sleek and slim body.
As an added bonus, the iPhone 5 comes with a plethora of wallpapers that you can use to personalize your device. These wallpapers are not only attractive, but they can make your iPhone even more unique.
Sadly, though, iOS 16 has removed the old stock wallpapers bundled with earlier versions of iOS. This is a bummer for those who love dynamic wallpapers, but there are a few ways to get them back on your device. You can either download them from several different websites, or you can use an app that contains a large collection of wallpapers.
iPhone 6
The iPhone 6 is one of the best selling smartphones of all time. It was a huge step forward in terms of design. Its 4.7-inch IPS display is quite vivid and has a very high pixel density.
Its rounded corners are not only beautiful, they make it easy to grip and hold the phone. It is also incredibly thin, measuring only 7.1mm from front to back, which makes it very light and comfortable to use.
Unlike previous iPhones, the iPhone 6 had a glass back and metal frame. This made it a bit sturdier and less likely to bend. It was the first iPhone to have a camera with a telephoto lens, and it was the first Apple phone to have an improved battery life thanks to its new power management technology.
On the inside, Apple added a redesigned dual-core A7 processor that was fast enough to power all of the iOS apps on the iPhone 6. The device also included a redesigned earpiece that allowed for improved audio quality and a new speaker with Dolby digital surround sound.
There were also several upgrades and changes to the UI. Aside from the larger screen, there was a new set of wallpapers to choose from, and there was a new home button layout as well.
If you are a fan of the older iPhones, you might be interested to know that Apple has released an album of old wallpapers for all of its devices. The album can be found on Google Photos and is a fun look back at Apple’s past.
The album includes images that are from all of the major iPhone and iPad models. You can even check out some of the older OS X wallpapers, too.
Another cool thing about the gallery is that it features a variety of different sizes and resolutions. This is especially helpful if you are looking for a wallpaper that is perfect for your specific display size or device.
The gallery also includes a few wallpapers that are not available for download through the App Store, including a live wallpaper of Ariana Grande. You can also find some other unique wallpapers in this collection as well.
iPhone XS
The iPhone XS is Apple’s latest flagship phone, launched in September 2018. It is the first iPhone to use an OLED screen and features a faster A12 Bionic processor. It also comes with Face ID technology that lets you unlock the device by scanning your face, making it much more secure than Touch ID on older models.
The XS is also the first iPhone with dual-SIM support, which means you can use two of them at the same time. Its 5.8in OLED display is one of the best you can buy and its speakers are louder than ever, allowing you to listen to music or watch TV on your commute without needing to plug in headphones.
It also has the same rear camera as the X, which is capable of taking high-quality photos in Smart HDR and can focus on subjects up to a distance of about three feet. It also has a new front camera that can take low-light selfies without using any image stabilisation.
In terms of other hardware, it has the same A12 Bionic processor as the X, but this is now supported by 4GB of RAM, an increase over 3GB on the X and 8 Plus. It also has a wider f/1.8 aperture lens for better low-light performance, as well as a larger battery capacity that’s capable of supporting extra hours of use.
This is a big improvement on the X, but it isn’t enough to make the XS an obvious upgrade for owners of last year’s model. For those of us who loved the X, it’s probably still worth looking into the new XS, but there are also other, more affordable alternatives.
If you want to give your old iPhone a fresh look, there are a number of live wallpaper apps that can help. These can be a fun way to change up your lock screen or even a desktop background. Just be sure to check that the app you choose is compatible with your device before downloading it.
