Space Wallpapers

Space wallpapers feature stunning images of galaxies, nebulas, and other celestial bodies. These wallpapers are available in a variety of resolutions and can be easily downloaded to your device. They make for a great background for your iPhone and give it a unique, out-of-this-world look.

In the same category, you might also like our landscape, nature, city, and sky collections.

macOS Golden Gate wallpaper from WWDC26

Jim Gresham ∙ June 8, 2026

Today, during the Worldwide Developers Conference 2026, Apple’s team announced macOS Golden Gate, the latest operating system for desktop devices. macOS Golden Gate received a myriad of updates that were primarily focus around stabilization for UI consistency, readability for Liquid Glass, and AI powered utilities. As with all new OS updates, a brand new macOS Golden Gate wallpaper is included. We have that download for everyone on launch day! Grab both light and dark mode version here, plus bonus downloads of the Volkswagen bus adventure.

SpaceX wallpapers for iPhone Starship V3 first flight

Jim Gresham ∙ June 7, 2026

On June 12, Elon Musk is taking SpaceX to the public market with an initial public offering of common stock. SpaceX and all of its subsidiary companies via the massive conglomerate that Musk has pushed to create, will allow purchase of company shares and we will either see that take-off, pun intended, or crash horribly, also pun intended. Regardless, the launches make for an incredible spectacle. Check out these SpaceX wallpapers for iPhone of the Starship V3 first flight.

NASA Artemis II mission wallpapers in original quality

Ankur Thakur ∙ April 8, 2026

The NASA Artemis program is all about returning humans to the lunar surface by 2028 and making a permanent base on the Moon in the 2030s. The uncrewed Artemis I mission was the first step in November 2022. And now the Artemis II mission (launched on 1st April 2026) has four astronauts (Reid Wiseman, Christina Koch, Victor Glover from NASA, and Jeremy Hansen from the Canadian Space Agency) on track to fly around the Moon. The mission crew, notably Reid Wiseman, has captured some amazing shots of our Earth, the Moon, and space. These pictures look terrific as iPhone, iPad, Mac, and other device wallpapers. Here’s how to download them in their original 4K or 8K quality.

Wandering astronaut wallpapers for iPhone

Jim Gresham ∙ February 8, 2026

These wandering astronauts find themselves in varied environments, exploring through space and, perhaps, time. Several of the explorers find themselves on terrain, while others float in the void of space. A myriad of colors offer perspective of what things could be lurking outside of our planet and galaxy. Download these astronaut wallpapers for iPhone to create your own window of exploration, right on your Lock screen.

Playing marbles bubble wallpaper for iPhone

Ankur Thakur ∙ February 4, 2026

Have you ever played with marbles? Or, do you remember the stock wallpapers of iPhone XR and XS? If so, these four dark-colored wallpapers will certainly remind you of them. Download them in high quality and transform your current iPhone or Android phone’s display with floating bubbles and flowing liquid colors.

Full moon wallpapers for iPhone, iPad, and Mac

Ankur Thakur ∙ November 12, 2025

The wallpapers we’re featuring in today’s collection are great for selenophiles, that is, people who love and are fascinated by the moon. Every picture here features a gorgeous full moon in different shades, set against a black, dark blue, or cloudy night sky, making them perfect for those who love the magic of space and the quiet beauty of the cosmos. Preview each high-resolution moon picture here and then use your favorite as your iPhone, iPad, or computer wallpaper.

Solar system space wallpapers for iPhone

Jim Gresham ∙ October 12, 2025

Our solar system is a design full of inspiration. With a massive star providing warmth and light, eight (nine?) planets orbit around the sun and one another. In this edition of iDB’s Wallpapers of the Week, five backgrounds take a creative look at those planets and abstractly illustrate their path through the system. Download these solar system wallpapers for iPhone.

“Cosmic Views” iPhone wallpapers showcase planetary fantasy

Jim Gresham ∙ May 18, 2025

Something about space is always inspiring. The vast nothingness that is still filled with wild creations we may never understand, makes for insightful and beautiful digital backgrounds. Download these “Comic Views” iPhone wallpapers to showcase the celestial beauty right on your handset.

Swirling “Galactic” wallpaper for iPhone

Jim Gresham ∙ November 24, 2024

Getting lost in a spiral of color and expanse, these wallpapers plummet you far into another dimension. By using a blending of both color and depth, a wallpaper design can move the viewer far beyond a simple screen with icons. The "Galactic" wallpaper downloads capture these elements in a spiraling swirl of emotion.

Traveling space astronaut wallpapers for iPhone

Jim Gresham ∙ August 4, 2024

Space, the final frontier. The vast location that is completely unexplored by humans makes for incredible wallpapers. In this edition of iDB’s Wallpapers of the Week, we use space and our astronaut friends to make compelling backgrounds for iPhone. Whether floating through the vacuum of space or traipsing across an alien planet, these fun astronaut wallpapers are colorful options for your Home or Lock Screen.

Spacescapes scenery wallpapers for iPhone

Jim Gresham ∙ March 3, 2024

Incredible images come from the vastness of space. Whether an individual planet or the entire galaxy, space provides a beautiful perspective on extra terrestrial scenes. These spacescape scenery wallpapers on an iPhone background are such a small window through which we can capture these images, but they still create an awe-inspiring feeling of infinite volume.

Astrophotography Milky Way galaxy wallpapers for iPhone

Jim Gresham ∙ August 28, 2022

There's nothing quite like the Milky Way galaxy. For starters, it's home; moreover, it's beautiful. In today's iDownloadBlog Wallpapers of the Week, we are taking the opportunity to enjoy some "far out" astrophotography. In line with the recent Apple event stars-themed media invitations, these Milky Way galaxy wallpapers make awesome backgrounds while we wait for the iPhone 14 announcement.