Apple continues to refine its bold new design direction with the latest iOS 26.1 beta, giving iPhone users more control over the Liquid Glass interface effect introduced earlier this year. The update brings the ability to switch between a clear and a tinted version of the Liquid Glass look — a change inspired directly by user feedback.

The Liquid Glass aesthetic, first unveiled in iOS 26, marked one of the most significant visual updates to Apple’s mobile operating system in years. It shifted away from the flat, minimalist 2D look that dominated iOS design for over a decade, embracing depth, reflection, and fluid visual effects to create a more dynamic and immersive interface.

While many users praised the fresh design, some felt that the high transparency levels affected readability and

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