The visual display activated after a period of inactivity on Apple’s mobile operating system, version 11, serves as a method to prevent screen burn-in and provide a customizable aesthetic. This feature is generally a moving image, animation, or series of images that appear when the device is not actively being used.
The benefit of such a function lies in its ability to prolong the lifespan of the device’s display. Prior to the widespread adoption of OLED technology in iPhones, this was a particularly important feature for mitigating potential damage to LCD screens. The implementation also allows users to personalize their devices, reflecting individual preferences through the selection of various available options or the creation of custom content.