iOS 27 to Let Users Generate Wallpapers and Build Shortcuts With AI
iOS 27 will introduce a custom wallpaper generator and enhanced shortcut creation using AI. Users will be able to generate personalized wallpapers through the upgraded Image Playground app and create shortcuts by simply describing their needs to Siri. These features aim to make iOS more accessible and user-friendly, particularly for those who find manual shortcut creation challenging.
- ▪iOS 27 will include a custom wallpaper generator and an AI-driven shortcut creation option.
- ▪The Image Playground app will be upgraded to produce more lifelike images for wallpapers.
- ▪Users can now use natural language to instruct Siri to create shortcuts, making the process easier for casual users.
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iOS 27 to Let Users Generate Wallpapers and Build Shortcuts With AIMonday May 18, 2026 11:13 am PDT by Juli CloveriOS 27 will include a custom wallpaper generator and an option to automatically create shortcuts using AI, reports Bloomberg. When choosing a new wallpaper, users will have the option to generate something custom using the Image Playground app. Image Playground is used for generating custom emoji and images that can be used throughout iOS, and it is set to get an upgrade in iOS 27. Apple is testing models that produce more lifelike images, so the version of Image Playground that's used for generating custom wallpapers could be different from the current version.
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