Apple has released a new beta version of iOS, and it brings a big change to Liquid Glass.
It seems Apple has heard the criticism from Liquid Glass haters, and the new iOS 26.1 beta 4 offers a solution.
What’s new? If you haven’t downloaded the beta, don’t worry. We will tell you.
Liquid Glass Opacity Options
The biggest addition to iOS 26.1 beta 4 is undoubtedly the ability to toggle Liquid Glass. Apple brought a whole new design to the iPhone with iOS 26 in the form of Liquid Glass, which incorporates many transparent elements into the user interface.
While Liquid Glass’ clear style certainly has its fans, others prefer the former’s less transparent design.
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In iOS 26.1 beta 4, users can now go to Settings, then Display & Brightness, followed by the Liquid Glass option, and select a new “Tint” option. This changes the opacity behind notification windows and other key features. This makes Liquid Glass less transparent, making it easier on some users’ eyes. This is the closest thing to completely disabling Liquid Glass.
Although Apple already offers Liquid Glass options in the Accessibility settings, this provides a more uniform set of options for users who just want to quickly change settings.
Disable lock screen swipe for camera
Have you ever accidentally opened the Camera app on your iPhone because of the way you hold the device when it’s locked?
Well, Apple has added a new settings option for you.
If an iPhone user currently swipes from right to left on their iPhone’s lock screen, it will automatically launch the Camera app without needing to unlock the device.
In iOS 26.1 beta 4, users can now completely disable this lock screen swipe for the camera. Simply go to the Camera Options in the Settings app to turn off “Lock screen swipe to open camera”.
