Apple has introduced iPadOS 27 at WWDC 2026, and along with the new software update, the company has also released a fresh wallpaper design for iPad users. The new wallpaper follows Apple’s latest Celosia design language.
The new Celosia wallpaper features sweeping shapes inspired by flower petals and folded paper. The Light version blends warm gold and purple shades, while the Dark version uses deeper blue and indigo tones with subtle highlights. Apple also offers a Dynamic version that changes throughout the day and a Color version that lets users apply their preferred tint.
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The same wallpaper works on both the Lock Screen and Home Screen, creating a consistent look across the entire iPad experience.
Available Wallpaper Variants
How to Download and Apply the Wallpaper
- Open the wallpaper download link on your iPad.
- Press and hold the image.
- Select Save to Photos.
- Open the Settings app.
- Tap Wallpaper.
- Choose Add New Wallpaper.
- Select the downloaded image from your Photos library.
- Apply it to your Lock Screen, Home Screen, or both.
You can also customize your wallpaper directly by long-pressing the Lock Screen and selecting Customize, then choosing the saved image from Photos.
The new iPadOS 27 wallpaper is a simple way to bring Apple’s latest design style to your device, even if you have not installed the developer beta.
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