Unable to use 'Spatial Scene mode' on iPhone 13 after iOS 26 update

Hi.. unable to use “Spatial Scene mode” in ios 26 on my iphone 13, anyone please help..


checked with Apple support also … but they are not aware of Spatial Scene Mode in photos.


below error is reflecting


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Original Title: Hi.. unable to use “Spatial Scene mode” in ios 26 on my iphone 13, anyone pleaae help

iPhone 13

Posted on Sep 16, 2025 6:07 PM

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Posted on Sep 19, 2025 4:08 AM

Are you seeing exactly the same error message as in the original post?

In that case - if you are also using iCloud Photos - you have to ensure two things:

  • You need to check the free storage on your iPhone and to make sure, that there is enough free storage for the iPhone to download the photo from iCloud.
  • And make sure you are having a reliable Wi-Fi connection or cellular connection.

I found it best to open the photo I want to use on the lock screen first in Photos, then view it there enlarged and try to add some adjustments to force the download from iCloud. And only then use the Share button to add the photo to the lock screen. After the forced download the button to enable the depth effect is usually working well.


If you are seeing a different error message you may want to start a new thread.


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Unable to use 'Spatial Scene mode' on iPhone 13 after iOS 26 update

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