How do I make my iPhone 10 wallpaper live?

To make your iPhone 10 wallpaper live, you need to use a Live Photo and set it specifically for your Lock Screen. Live Photos are short, animated moments captured by your iPhone camera, which can be brought to life on your Lock Screen with a simple touch.

Understanding Live Photos and Your iPhone 10

Live Photos, introduced with the iPhone 6s, capture a few seconds of video and audio before and after you press the shutter button. When set as a wallpaper on compatible iPhones like the iPhone 10, these photos can animate. It's important to note that the "live" effect on the Lock Screen of an iPhone 10 is activated by pressing and holding the screen. Live Photos do not animate continuously on the Home Screen.

Step-by-Step Guide to Setting a Live Wallpaper

Follow these simple steps to set a Live Photo as your dynamic wallpaper on your iPhone 10:

1. Open Settings: Begin by tapping the Settings app icon on your iPhone's Home Screen.
2. Navigate to Wallpaper: Scroll down through the Settings menu and tap on Wallpaper.
3. Add a New Wallpaper: Tap on Add a New Wallpaper to begin the selection process.
4. Select Live Photo: At the top of the screen, you will see various categories for wallpapers. Tap on Live Photo. This will open your photo library filtered to show only Live Photos.
5. Choose Your Live Photo: Browse through your Live Photos and select the one you wish to use. You can preview how it will look and animate by pressing and holding on the photo.
6. Set Wallpaper Location: Once you've chosen your Live Photo, tap on Add in the top right corner. You'll then be prompted to pick between:
   • Set Lock Screen: The Live Photo will only appear and animate on your Lock Screen. This is where the "live" functionality works.
   • Set Home Screen: The Live Photo will be a static image on your Home Screen; it will not animate.
   • Set Both: The Live Photo will be on both, animating only on the Lock Screen.

After selecting your desired option, your Live Photo will be set as your wallpaper. Remember, to see the animation on your Lock Screen, you will need to press and hold down on the screen.