Let\u2019s face it\u2014we spend a lot of time looking at our phones\u2014over 4.5 hours a day on average<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n So why settle for a boring default wallpaper? Changing your smartphone<\/a> background is a quick way to add personality and fun every time you check out your screen. Whether it\u2019s a smiling grandchild, a favorite vacation photo<\/a> or a colorful preset design, you can easily make your phone feel more \u201cyou.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Apple makes it simple to update your wallpaper on your iPhone<\/a>. You can pick from built-in designs, use your own photos or even choose a live image. Here\u2019s how:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Most Android phones give you two options: use one of your own photos or choose from preset\/animated backgrounds in the wallpaper store<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pro Tip: You can also access your photos for wallpaper by long-pressing an empty area on your phone\u2019s <\/em>Home Screen<\/em><\/strong> and then tapping on the <\/em>Wallpapers<\/em><\/strong> option that appears.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Can I use a video as my phone background?<\/strong> Why doesn\u2019t my phone show the Live option?<\/strong> Do animated wallpapers use more battery?<\/strong> Can I have different wallpapers on my lock screen and home screen?<\/strong> Where can I find free wallpapers?<\/strong> Customizing your smartphone background is one of the easiest ways to make your device feel uniquely yours. Whether it\u2019s a cherished family photo, a colorful preset or a live wallpaper, you can refresh your screen in just a few taps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The same goes for your cellular experience. In just a few easy steps, you can get a wireless plan that fits your lifestyle with Consumer Cellular. <\/strong>Shop our flexible plans<\/strong><\/a> or <\/strong>stop by a retail store near you<\/strong><\/a> today. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00a9 2025 Consumer Cellular, Inc. Terms and Conditions apply. New service activation on approved credit. Cellular service is not available in all areas and is subject to system limitations.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Why Personalize Your Phone Background? Let\u2019s face it\u2014we spend a lot of time looking at our phones\u2014over 4.5 hours a day on average. So why settle for a boring default wallpaper? Changing your smartphone background is a quick way to add personality and fun every time you check out your screen. Whether it\u2019s a smiling […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":8751,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-7043","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\r\nHow to Change the Background on iPhone<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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How to Change the Background on Android<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
To Use One of Your Photos<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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To Browse Preset or Downloaded Wallpapers<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Tips for Choosing the Perfect Background<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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FAQs: Changing Phone Backgrounds<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/strong>Yes. iPhones support Live Photos and some models let you set short videos as a background. Many Android phones also allow animated or video wallpapers through wallpaper apps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/strong>Not all iPhones support Live Wallpapers (for example, iPhone SE models). On Android, availability depends on the manufacturer and model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/strong>Yes, live or video wallpapers can reduce battery life slightly because they\u2019re always running in the background.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/strong>Yes. Both iPhones and Android phones let you set different wallpapers for each screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/strong>Most phones include a wallpaper store or gallery with free options. You can also download wallpaper apps from the App Store or Google Play.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCustomize Your Background\u2014and Your Cellular Experience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n