iOS 27 adds unique new setting to personalize your iPhone’s Lock Screen
Key Points:
- iOS 27 introduces a new feature allowing users to minimize the Lock Screen clock, relocating it to the top widget row to keep the wallpaper fully visible.
- This update contrasts with iOS 26, which allowed the clock to be displayed larger, especially in the Liquid Glass style.
- The minimized clock appears in a small font in the top-right corner of the Lock Screen customization panel, providing more space for wallpaper images.
- This feature is similar to the clock behavior when fullscreen album art is displayed in iOS 26 but can now be used continuously.
- The new setting is particularly useful for users who prefer unobstructed wallpapers and may rely on an Apple Watch for checking the time.