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Apple's 'Liquid Glass' Gets a Fix!
11 May
Summary
- Apple is fixing problematic 'Liquid Glass' design in macOS.
- Updates will address transparency and shadow issues.
- Users disliked the aesthetic and usability flaws.
Apple is preparing a "slight redesign" for macOS 27 to address issues with its 'Liquid Glass' aesthetic. Anonymous sources indicate that upcoming updates will fix "shadows and transparency quirks" that have been criticized. Some internal sources suggest the problems were due to an "unbaked implementation" rather than design flaws, aiming to realize the design team's original vision.
Previously, issues with transparency in macOS 26 Tahoe significantly impacted usability, especially for individuals with low vision. Transparency reduction options did not fully resolve blurry colors and overlapping text. Even prominent Apple enthusiasts like John Gruber of Daring Fireball have described redesigns of icons as "objectively terrible."
Mark Gurman suggests these updates are part of a broader effort to refine Apple's software this year. This move aligns with a potential long-term strategy, possibly preparing for future design milestones such as the anticipated 20th-anniversary iPhone.
