{"id":27860,"date":"2024-07-07T15:31:00","date_gmt":"2024-07-07T10:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/?p=27860"},"modified":"2024-07-07T15:31:02","modified_gmt":"2024-07-07T10:01:02","slug":"how-to-blur-background-on-iphone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/blog\/how-to-blur-background-on-iphone\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Blur Background on iPhone &#8211; Best Tricks to Consider"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>How to blur background on iPhone? It might seem tricky, but it\u2019s actually easy with the tips you&#8217;ll learn here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/blur-background-with-mockey-1024x538.webp\" alt=\"blur background with mockey\" class=\"wp-image-28487\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/blur-background-with-mockey-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/blur-background-with-mockey-300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/blur-background-with-mockey-768x403.webp 768w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/blur-background-with-mockey-150x79.webp 150w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/blur-background-with-mockey.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/tools\/ai-blur-background\" style=\"border-radius:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">Try AI Blur Background Now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>We will discuss:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\ud83d\udcf8 How to blur background on iPhone after taking photo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udd04 without portrait mode,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udfad using Facetime,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udfa5 and blur the background of a video on an iPhone.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li><a href=\"#how-to-blur-background-on-i-phone\">How to Blur Background on iPhone<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-to-blur-background-on-i-phone-after-taking-photo\">How to Blur Background on iPhone After Taking Photo<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-to-blur-background-on-i-phone-without-portrait-mode\">How to Blur Background on iPhone Without Portrait Mode<\/a><ul><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-to-blur-background-on-i-phone-live-photo-two-ways\">How to Blur Background on iPhone Live Photo &#8211; Two Ways<\/a><ul><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-to-blur-background-on-i-phone-facetime\">How to Blur Background on iPhone Facetime<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-to-blur-background-of-a-video-on-i-phone\">How to Blur Background of a Video on iPhone<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#the-bottom-line\">The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#fa-qs\">FAQs<\/a><ul><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-blur-background-on-i-phone\"><strong>How to Blur Background on iPhone<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s discuss how to blur out background on iPhone step-by-step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-fa3aa772b6de633a1d51c5cdc1965e95\" style=\"color:#2b1c94\"><strong>Step 1: Open the Camera App<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Newer iPhones, even ones from 2017, have a cool camera trick called <strong>Portrait mode<\/strong>. It makes your photos look like they were taken with fancy cameras by blurring the background nicely.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To snap a photo using Portrait mode, just open your Camera and move the <strong>mode picker<\/strong> near the <strong>shutter<\/strong> option until you see Portrait highlighted.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border is-style-editorskit-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/portrait-feature-in-iphone-1024x538.webp\" alt=\"portrait feature in iphone\" class=\"wp-image-27865\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:0px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/portrait-feature-in-iphone-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/portrait-feature-in-iphone-300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/portrait-feature-in-iphone-768x403.webp 768w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/portrait-feature-in-iphone-150x79.webp 150w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/portrait-feature-in-iphone.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-b432710944be4e62150103401f2d9ea2\" style=\"color:#2b1c94\"><strong>Step 2: Frame Your Subject<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>When you&#8217;re new to taking portrait photos, touch the subject to check if you&#8217;re far enough for the portrait effect to work.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you&#8217;re close too much to the subject, your iPhone will tell you to move back for the primary camera and even more for the telephoto camera.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border is-style-editorskit-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/move-further-away-to-consider-to-blur-background-on-iphone-1024x538.webp\" alt=\"move further away to consider to blur background on iphone\" class=\"has-border-color has-pale-cyan-blue-border-color wp-image-27875\" style=\"border-width:2px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/move-further-away-to-consider-to-blur-background-on-iphone-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/move-further-away-to-consider-to-blur-background-on-iphone-300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/move-further-away-to-consider-to-blur-background-on-iphone-768x403.webp 768w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/move-further-away-to-consider-to-blur-background-on-iphone-150x79.webp 150w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/move-further-away-to-consider-to-blur-background-on-iphone.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-9ab2d3fbbc6343058bb05ed441d74021\" style=\"color:#2b1c94\"><strong>Step 3: Adjust Lighting and Focus<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If there isn&#8217;t a warning, just take the photo like you normally would. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can move the finger up or down close to the focus target to make the picture brighter, or you can open the options menu to use other tools.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-ceedf763cbdeb360bf81e5fa1fede797\" style=\"color:#2b1c94\"><strong>Step 4: Select the Camera Lens (if available)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If there is a telephoto lens on your iPhone, you can change between the primary camera and telephoto by clicking the camera selector in the bottom left corner that shows options like &#8220;<strong>1x,<\/strong>&#8221; or other zoom levels. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Usually, the telephoto lens is better for taking portrait photos.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-e90565bc321295e4199223b3f558bd2d\" style=\"color:#2b1c94\"><strong>Step 5: Adjust Background Blur<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can adjust how blurry your picture looks too! To access camera options, swipe up, then click the &#8220;<strong>f<\/strong>&#8221; button.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border is-style-editorskit-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/use-f-option-on-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone-1024x538.webp\" alt=\"use f option on how to blur background on iphone\" class=\"has-border-color has-pale-cyan-blue-border-color wp-image-27869\" style=\"border-width:2px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/use-f-option-on-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/use-f-option-on-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone-300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/use-f-option-on-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone-768x403.webp 768w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/use-f-option-on-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone-150x79.webp 150w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/use-f-option-on-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A slider will pop up where you can change how blurry the background will be. You&#8217;ll see the changes in real time on the screen.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-956c9c4b7a6275d1311fd846f02b26c5\" style=\"color:#2b1c94\"><strong>Step 6: Capture the Photo<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Once you&#8217;re happy with how things look, click the shutter button to take the Portrait photo. You can change the blur level later, so you can quickly capture important moments and adjust the blurriness whenever you want.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-blur-background-on-i-phone-after-taking-photo\"><strong><strong><strong>How to Blur Background on iPhone After Taking Photo<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In two easy steps, you can blur the background of an iPhone photo after you have taken it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-817c8979379ec9a0262e655986ff7e13\" style=\"color:#2b1c94\"><strong>Step 1: Open and Select the Photo<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can adjust how blurry a photo looks in Portrait Mode even after taking the picture. Just open &#8220;<strong>Photos<\/strong>&#8220;, pick a Portrait photo, or tap the picture thumbnail, then press &#8220;<strong>Edit<\/strong>&#8221; to make some changes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border is-style-editorskit-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/edit-the-portrait-photo-to-blur-background-on-iphone-1024x538.webp\" alt=\"edit the portrait photo to blur background on iphone\" class=\"has-border-color has-pale-cyan-blue-border-color wp-image-27883\" style=\"border-width:2px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/edit-the-portrait-photo-to-blur-background-on-iphone-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/edit-the-portrait-photo-to-blur-background-on-iphone-300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/edit-the-portrait-photo-to-blur-background-on-iphone-768x403.webp 768w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/edit-the-portrait-photo-to-blur-background-on-iphone-150x79.webp 150w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/edit-the-portrait-photo-to-blur-background-on-iphone.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-9fe8e72edb01ce3ac8a6cda82c1444b7\" style=\"color:#2b1c94\"><strong>Step 2: Adjust the Background Blur<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First, when you open Portrait Light effects, you&#8217;ll see some options. These options let you change the lighting to make your photo look like it was taken in a studio, with shadows, or on a stage. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>There are also some black-and-white effects. You can try them out to see if any make your photo look better.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border is-style-editorskit-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/stage-light-feature-option-to-blur-background-on-iphone-1024x538.webp\" alt=\"stage light feature option to blur background on iphone\" class=\"has-border-color has-pale-cyan-blue-border-color wp-image-27885\" style=\"border-width:2px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/stage-light-feature-option-to-blur-background-on-iphone-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/stage-light-feature-option-to-blur-background-on-iphone-300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/stage-light-feature-option-to-blur-background-on-iphone-768x403.webp 768w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/stage-light-feature-option-to-blur-background-on-iphone-150x79.webp 150w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/stage-light-feature-option-to-blur-background-on-iphone.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you want to <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/blog\/how-to-blur-the-background-of-a-picture\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\"><strong>blur the background in your picture<\/strong><\/a>, focus on the &#8220;<strong>f\/number<\/strong>&#8221; next to the &#8220;<strong>Studio Light<\/strong>&#8220;. Just click the &#8220;<strong>f\/number<\/strong>&#8220;, then move the slider to adjust how much blur you want. Easy!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border is-style-editorskit-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/click-fnumber-on-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone-1024x538.webp\" alt=\"click f:number on how to blur background on iphone\" class=\"has-border-color has-pale-cyan-blue-border-color wp-image-27889\" style=\"border-width:2px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/click-fnumber-on-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/click-fnumber-on-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone-300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/click-fnumber-on-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone-768x403.webp 768w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/click-fnumber-on-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone-150x79.webp 150w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/click-fnumber-on-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If your iPhone gets confused about what&#8217;s in the front and what&#8217;s in the back of a picture, moving the depth slider all the way to the right can help. This can reduce blurriness and hide any weird stuff at the edges.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border is-style-editorskit-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/fnumber-customization-to-blur-background-on-iphone-1024x538.webp\" alt=\"f\/number customization to blur background on iphone\" class=\"has-border-color has-pale-cyan-blue-border-color wp-image-27892\" style=\"border-width:2px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/fnumber-customization-to-blur-background-on-iphone-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/fnumber-customization-to-blur-background-on-iphone-300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/fnumber-customization-to-blur-background-on-iphone-768x403.webp 768w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/fnumber-customization-to-blur-background-on-iphone-150x79.webp 150w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/fnumber-customization-to-blur-background-on-iphone.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can use all the usual photo editing tools, like adjusting brightness, shadows, and white balance, just like you do with any other photo on your iPhone. Tap &#8220;<strong>Done<\/strong>&#8221; after editing. And if you have an iPhone from 2018 or later, you can also edit portrait blur.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-blur-background-on-i-phone-without-portrait-mode\"><strong>How to Blur Background on iPhone Without Portrait Mode<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently, iPhone cameras have gotten better at creating natural background blur without using software. The key factors are the image sensor size, aperture, and lens focal length.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Image Sensor Size<\/strong>: A full-frame DSLR has a larger sensor, which is an advantage here.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-editorskit-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/blur-photo-mode-in-iphone-1024x538.webp\" alt=\"blur photo mode in iphone\" class=\"wp-image-27919\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/blur-photo-mode-in-iphone-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/blur-photo-mode-in-iphone-300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/blur-photo-mode-in-iphone-768x403.webp 768w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/blur-photo-mode-in-iphone-150x79.webp 150w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/blur-photo-mode-in-iphone.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Aperture<\/strong>: Light is seen as bokeh rings around lights with a wide aperture and smaller f\/number. Aperture size varies by camera.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Lens Focal Length<\/strong>: Long focal lengths usually have narrow apertures, but they also create a shorter depth of field. This means the best iPhone lens for natural blur relies on the condition. Sometimes zooming in helps, while other times it reduces background blur.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-1beea6c913ddad67ca1e3f4408038c19\" style=\"color:#2b1c94\"><strong>Comparing iPhone and DSLR Cameras<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Full-frame DSLR<\/strong>: Traditional cameras let photographers adjust the aperture to control background blur or sharpness. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>iPhone Cameras<\/strong>: iPhones, like other smartphones, have fixed apertures but come with multiple rear cameras, each with a different aperture. By picking the right camera, you can achieve natural background blur.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-editorskit-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/blur-images-clicked-on-iphone-1024x538.webp\" alt=\"blur images clicked on iphone\" class=\"wp-image-27921\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/blur-images-clicked-on-iphone-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/blur-images-clicked-on-iphone-300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/blur-images-clicked-on-iphone-768x403.webp 768w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/blur-images-clicked-on-iphone-150x79.webp 150w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/blur-images-clicked-on-iphone.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-b802d566b477ecd6533b0c18bc4ded54\" style=\"color:#2b1c94\"><strong>iPhone Camera Lenses and Their Effects<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It has three cameras: an ultra-wide lens (f\/1.8), a telephoto lens (f\/2.8), and a main lens (f\/1.5). The primary camera creates a natural blur. The telephoto camera, despite its narrow aperture, also produces significant blur due to its longer focal length. The ultra-wide camera keeps most of the photo in focus.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"natural-blur-from-a-close-range\"><strong>Natural Blur from a Close-range<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This rule is not absolute, however. When you get close to your subject, the iPhone 13 or 14 pro model switches their ultra-wide cameras to macro mode, giving a narrow depth of field and strong natural blur.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-editorskit-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/natural-blur-at-close-range-on-iphone-1024x538.webp\" alt=\"natural blur at close range on iphone\" class=\"wp-image-27922\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/natural-blur-at-close-range-on-iphone-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/natural-blur-at-close-range-on-iphone-300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/natural-blur-at-close-range-on-iphone-768x403.webp 768w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/natural-blur-at-close-range-on-iphone-150x79.webp 150w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/natural-blur-at-close-range-on-iphone.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Macro photography is great for small objects or small details but not for larger objects. The whole face or body should be captured in a portrait. The macro mode is better for close-ups.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The ultra-wide camera keeps most of the image in focus, while the primary camera creates more blur because of its wide aperture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"natural-blur-from-a-distance\"><strong>Natural Blur from a Distance<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For distant subjects, a telephoto lens creates dramatic blur and allows close framing. In photography, there&#8217;s no single best answer, so it&#8217;s good to experiment to capture the most suitable shot quickly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-editorskit-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/natural-blur-at-distance-on-iphone-1024x538.webp\" alt=\"natural blur at distance on iphone\" class=\"wp-image-27923\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/natural-blur-at-distance-on-iphone-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/natural-blur-at-distance-on-iphone-300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/natural-blur-at-distance-on-iphone-768x403.webp 768w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/natural-blur-at-distance-on-iphone-150x79.webp 150w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/natural-blur-at-distance-on-iphone.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Switching between lenses on your camera helps you see how different focal apertures and lengths affect blur. Using a tripod that matches your subject&#8217;s size and distance can make your shot easier.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-blur-background-on-i-phone-live-photo-two-ways\"><strong>How to Blur Background on iPhone Live Photo &#8211; Two Ways<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider these two ways to blur the background on an iPhone live photo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-with-settings-only-for-i-phone-15-models\"><strong>1. With Settings &#8211; Only for iPhone 15 Models<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On iPhone 15, you can turn photos of people, dogs, or cats into portraits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open &#8220;<strong>Photos<\/strong>&#8220;.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pick a photo and hit <strong>Edit<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap <strong>Portrait<\/strong> and Depth Adjustment if available.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Adjust the background blur using the feature \u201c<strong>Depth Control slider<\/strong>\u201d.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap <strong>Done<\/strong> to save.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To remove portrait effects, tap <strong>Edit<\/strong>, then <strong>Revert<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> Portrait effects don&#8217;t work with Live Photos in Photo mode.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-with-mockey-ai-app-for-i-phone-14-13-12-or-11-models\"><strong>2. With Mockey.ai App &#8211; For iPhone 14, 13, 12, or 11 Models<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With the Mockey.ai App, you can blur the background of any iPhone 14, 13, 12, or 11 models.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/blur-background\/\" class=\"ek-link\">https:\/\/mockey.ai\/blur-background\/<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap &#8220;<strong>Blur Background<\/strong>&#8220;.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border is-style-editorskit-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/click-mockey-blur-background-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone--1024x538.webp\" alt=\"click mockey blur background - how to blur background on iphone\" class=\"has-border-color has-pale-cyan-blue-border-color wp-image-27926\" style=\"border-width:2px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/click-mockey-blur-background-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone--1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/click-mockey-blur-background-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone--300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/click-mockey-blur-background-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone--768x403.webp 768w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/click-mockey-blur-background-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone--150x79.webp 150w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/click-mockey-blur-background-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone-.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Upload any of your photos.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized has-custom-border is-style-editorskit-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/upload-any-photo-in-mockey-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone-1024x538.webp\" alt=\"upload any photo in mockey - how to blur background on iphone\" class=\"has-border-color has-pale-cyan-blue-border-color wp-image-27927\" style=\"border-width:2px;width:960px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/upload-any-photo-in-mockey-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/upload-any-photo-in-mockey-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone-300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/upload-any-photo-in-mockey-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone-768x403.webp 768w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/upload-any-photo-in-mockey-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone-150x79.webp 150w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/upload-any-photo-in-mockey-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click the &#8220;<strong>Blur<\/strong>&#8221; button to start processing your photo.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border is-style-editorskit-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/click-blur-botton-in-mockey-1024x538.webp\" alt=\"click blur botton in mockey\" class=\"has-border-color has-pale-cyan-blue-border-color wp-image-27928\" style=\"border-width:2px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/click-blur-botton-in-mockey-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/click-blur-botton-in-mockey-300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/click-blur-botton-in-mockey-768x403.webp 768w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/click-blur-botton-in-mockey-150x79.webp 150w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/click-blur-botton-in-mockey.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Customize with different settings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border is-style-editorskit-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/customize-in-different-setting-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone-1024x538.webp\" alt=\"customize in different setting - how to blur background on iphone\" class=\"has-border-color has-pale-cyan-blue-border-color wp-image-27929\" style=\"border-width:2px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/customize-in-different-setting-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/customize-in-different-setting-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone-300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/customize-in-different-setting-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone-768x403.webp 768w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/customize-in-different-setting-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone-150x79.webp 150w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/customize-in-different-setting-how-to-blur-background-on-iphone.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tap <strong>Download<\/strong> to save in top-notch quality.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border is-style-editorskit-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/download-blur-photo-background-on-iphone-1024x538.webp\" alt=\"download blur photo background on iphone\" class=\"has-border-color has-pale-cyan-blue-border-color wp-image-27930\" style=\"border-width:2px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/download-blur-photo-background-on-iphone-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/download-blur-photo-background-on-iphone-300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/download-blur-photo-background-on-iphone-768x403.webp 768w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/download-blur-photo-background-on-iphone-150x79.webp 150w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/download-blur-photo-background-on-iphone.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> Don&#8217;t forget to sign up there and upgrade to the Max plan once you have signed up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-blur-background-on-i-phone-facetime\"><strong>How to Blur Background on iPhone Facetime<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can blur a background on iPhone during FaceTime calls. This also makes others less nervous about passing by during your video chat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large caption-align-left\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/blur-feature-during-facetime-on-iphone--1024x538.webp\" alt=\"blur feature during facetime on iphone\" class=\"wp-image-27938\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/blur-feature-during-facetime-on-iphone--1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/blur-feature-during-facetime-on-iphone--300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/blur-feature-during-facetime-on-iphone--768x403.webp 768w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/blur-feature-during-facetime-on-iphone--150x79.webp 150w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/blur-feature-during-facetime-on-iphone-.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">image source (iphonelife)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-daf0367cc5d543418f06b3032730edc5\" style=\"color:#2b1c94\"><strong>Step 1: Initiate a FaceTime Call<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open the FaceTime app on your iPhone.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Start a new FaceTime call or join an ongoing one.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-3fe92653b56dc53673f6b688e573758d\" style=\"color:#2b1c94\"><strong>Step 2: Access the Portrait Mode<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tap on your face during the FaceTime call to bring up the controls.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap the Portrait mode icon (usually represented by a silhouette).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-8eac7b2ac5c23f56c18611267a5163d0\" style=\"color:#2b1c94\"><strong>Step 3: Activate the Background Blur<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Once you&#8217;ve tapped the Portrait mode icon, your background will blur automatically.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To turn off Portrait mode, simply tap the icon again.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code><strong>Note: <\/strong>Many video call apps have matching controls, but you might need to look through the settings to see them.<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-blur-background-of-a-video-on-i-phone\"><strong>How to Blur Background of a Video on iPhone<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s discuss how to blur background on iphone video step-by-step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The newest iPhones can shoot videos with a cool blur effect like Portrait mode images. It&#8217;s known as Cinematic mode, but it needs an iPhone 13 or newer because it&#8217;s pretty taxing on the processor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large caption-align-left\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/cinematic-mode-1024x538.webp\" alt=\"cinematic mode\" class=\"wp-image-27934\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/cinematic-mode-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/cinematic-mode-300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/cinematic-mode-768x403.webp 768w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/cinematic-mode-150x79.webp 150w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/cinematic-mode.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">image source (<a href=\"https:\/\/support.apple.com\/en-in\/guide\/iphone\/iph5e602f6d6\/ios\" class=\"ek-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">apple<\/a>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To blur a background on iPhone in photos or videos helps focus the viewer&#8217;s engagement. It&#8217;s a great tool, and mistakes can usually be fixed later in editing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Go to Cinematic mode. Tap on the screen to set focus, then click the shutter to begin recording.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large caption-align-left\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/tap-the-screen-to-focus-in-cinematic-mode-to-blur-background-on-iphone-video-1024x538.webp\" alt=\"tap the screen to focus in cinematic mode to blur background on iphone video\" class=\"wp-image-27936\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/tap-the-screen-to-focus-in-cinematic-mode-to-blur-background-on-iphone-video-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/tap-the-screen-to-focus-in-cinematic-mode-to-blur-background-on-iphone-video-300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/tap-the-screen-to-focus-in-cinematic-mode-to-blur-background-on-iphone-video-768x403.webp 768w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/tap-the-screen-to-focus-in-cinematic-mode-to-blur-background-on-iphone-video-150x79.webp 150w, https:\/\/mockey.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/06\/tap-the-screen-to-focus-in-cinematic-mode-to-blur-background-on-iphone-video.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">image source (logidots)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When you&#8217;re recording in Cinematic mode on an iPhone, it helps by adjusting focus as needed. If someone comes into the background or you move the camera, it might shift focus automatically. Sometimes it might not be perfect, but you can always adjust the focus later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To adjust your video, hit the edit option. Choose a point on the dotted line and edit it. Set the focal point anywhere in the preview. You can add or delete focus points. To go back to the original focus points, tap the tracking icon at the top left.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-bottom-line\"><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Blurring the background of an image or video is an excellent way to direct the viewer&#8217;s focus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This effect, once only available with costly gear, is now available on iPhones and many Android devices.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even video call software like FaceTime offers this feature, making the subject stand out while minimizing distractions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learning to use these controls can make your videos and photos better in almost any setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, we have covered how to blur photo background on iPhone after taking a photo, in live photo, without portrait mode, using Facetime, and a video.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"fa-qs\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1718079296734\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How do you blur the background in a photo on iPhone?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Adjust the background blur in portraits using the Depth Control slider. To do this, tap a portrait to consider it full screen, after that, click Edit. Move the Depth Control slider to change the blur level. White dots indicate depth.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1718079322401\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How to blur the background in a photo?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>With the Mockey blur background tool, you can blur the background in a photo quickly. Just upload your image and click on the blur background button to start the process. That&#8217;s it.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1718079342721\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How do I get the blur tool on my iPhone?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Launch the Photos app on your iPhone. Find and open the picture you want to blur. Tap Edit at the top right. Click the pen icon to access the editor. Tap the + button and choose a shape. Pick a color for the shape. Blur the text with the shape. Lastly, click Done to save.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1718079365632\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How to remove background from image on iPhone?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You can also use the Files app, which has a background remover feature. To use it, open Files, locate the file you like to make a <a href=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/transparent-background\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\"><strong>transparent background<\/strong><\/a>, click and hold the file until a menu appears, then tap Quick Actions and choose <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/background-remover\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Remove Background (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Remove Background<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1718079421697\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can you blur the background of a photo already taken on an iPhone?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>First, launch the Photos app on the iPhone. Then, choose any photo you took in Photo mode to see it full screen. After that, click Next, and tap on Portrait. Finally, use the Depth Control slider to make the background blur more or less in your portrait.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1718079444646\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How do I blur the background of a picture I already taken?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Use the Mockey blur background tool to put your photo in focus. Just pick your photo from your device or drag it onto the page. Start the process by clicking the Blur background button. Then, edit your picture as you like. Finally, download and share it!<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1718079468312\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How to blur background on iPhone after taking photo without portrait mode?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Rather than using portrait mode on iPhone, tap the screen to focus. But remember, you&#8217;ll need to get closer to the subject for a stronger blur effect to blur a background on iPhone.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1718079490595\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How do I blur out part of a picture on my iPhone?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>On newer iPhones, you can change how blurry the background is in Portrait mode photos. Just open the photos, tap Edit, and move the Depth slider to adjust the blur. Easy!<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1718079513327\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How do I make my iPhone background blur automatically?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You can use Portrait Mode on iPhone SE and newer models, like the iPhone X, iPhone 7 or 8 Plus. It blurs the background of your photos. Just open the iPhone Camera and select Portrait Mode to blur a background on iPhone automatically.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1718079534373\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can you blur wallpaper on iPhone?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Click Customize Home Screen. Then, pick a color to adjust the wallpaper, or choose a custom photo. You can also select &#8216;Blur&#8217; to make the wallpaper less sharp and help your apps stand out.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1718079554456\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I blur background on iPhone video?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, you can blur a background on iPhone videos by using different apps from the App Store. One app people often use for this is YouCam Video, which lets you edit your videos.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1718079574805\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I change my background on FaceTime?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, you can change the background on Facetime by using Apple&#8217;s FaceTime Screen Share Feature. Begin a FaceTime call like you normally would. Tap the Screen Share icon. Show any open window or app. This lets you put any background you want behind you during the FaceTime call.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1718079629221\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How do I turn off the blur background on FaceTime on my Mac?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>On the latest MacOS updates, Apple included a new feature called Video Effects, which lets you change how your face looks during FaceTime on Mac. If you&#8217;re using Zoom and want to get rid of the blurred background, try turning off the Video Effects mode.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1718079650571\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can you blur out background on iPhone video?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>In your Photos app, you can switch the main focus of your Cinematic mode videos and tweak how blurry the background looks. You can even turn off this effect if you want.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1718079671637\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How do you Unblur a video on iPhone?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Start by opening the Photos app on your iPhone and selecting the video you want to fix. Then, tap on Edit and find the adjustment option. Next, slide the Noise Reduction bar to the right. Increase it up to 100 depending on how blurry your video is.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Related reading:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/blog\/how-to-blur-background-in-photoshop\/\">How to Blur Background in Photoshop \u2013 Easy Guide 2024<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/blog\/best-ai-background-remover\/\">12 Best AI Background Removers in 2024<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/blog\/how-to-remove-background-in-canva\/\">How to Remove Background in Canva in 2024<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mockey.ai\/blog\/how-to-remove-background-in-photoshop\/\">How to Remove Background in Photoshop \u2013 Beginners Guide 2024<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to blur background on iPhone? It might seem tricky, but it\u2019s actually easy with the tips you&#8217;ll learn here. 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