Is there a way to completely disable the liquid glass functionality on iOS 26? I'm not going to get into a lengthy diatribe over why it's awful, I just want it gone.
iPhone 13 Pro Max, iOS 18
There is no way to completely disable the Liquid Glass effect in iOS 26, but you can reduce its impact by going to Settings > Accessibility > Display & Text Size and turning on Reduce Transparency. This will make the interface less transparent, but it won't remove the effect entirely.
I’m a computer user since DOS and Windows 3. I believe in K.I.S.S. and “ If it ain’t broke don’t fix “
Thank you, I just didn’t mention it because it’s been said so many times here.
well they need to create a disable button. Reminds me how much I hated Aqua. It's like a 2025 version of Aqua but uglier and now we get to see it on all our devices.
I saw the IOS 18.7 and I ignored it and went for the 26. Honestly I saw something on the internet that there’s option to switch from Liquid Glass to Solid Color. 😢
The new iOS puts lines and bubbles around everything . Its appalling
I use dark mode now there are white lines around everything…
A security update should not affect the appearance of the phone. The white lines and white bubbles around everything are appalling. Especially in dark mode.
iOS26
what is Aqua? Was it on iPhones?
Not liking Liquid Glass is considered a disability so head over to setting accessibility.
This new update is making me feel sick and dizzy! Have tried all the hacks and still have horrible glow around all the apps. Help much appreciated
What have you done so far to reduce the effects?
I'm calling you out.
Your not calling anyone out this is a user to user forum, Apple isnt here and won't here your ranting.
This Liquid Glass feature makes me consider going back to Android
To repeat again......you should go where you want. No one is suggesting otherwise.
Where is there any documented guidance that recommends to force restart your device after every update?
How to disable liquid glass in iOS 26?
