Meet iOS 26’s Stunning Redesign

Apple just dropped the biggest visual update since iOS 7. Let’s explore the Liquid Glass interface.

The 'Liquid Glass' Effect

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Animated Icons & Menus

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Revamped Lock Screen

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Transparent Tab Bars

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Smarter Navigation

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Dark Mode Looks Better

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Ready for iOS 26?

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