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Apple Launches ‘Liquid Glass’ Visual Overhaul in iOS 26 Beta

Apple has opened its developer beta with a public preview slated for July followed by a September launch.

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Overview

  • The new ‘Liquid Glass’ design language, unveiled at WWDC 2025, brings translucent materials, depth effects and fluid animations across iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, watchOS 26 and tvOS 26.
  • The developer beta of iOS 26 is available now, with a broader public beta scheduled for July and a final release expected in September.
  • iOS 26 supports iPhone 11 and later models, but Apple Intelligence features such as Live Translation and AI call summaries require an iPhone 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max or any iPhone 16 series device.
  • Early feedback is split, with some users and industry figures praising the immersive new look and others warning that translucent elements may reduce readability and pose accessibility challenges.
  • According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple is reportedly planning a 2027 iPhone codenamed ‘Glasswing’ with curved glass sides and ultra-slim bezels to fully embrace the Liquid Glass aesthetic.