iOS 26 brings a striking new visual design called Liquid Glass, and it looks great in screenshots. In practice, some users find that the translucent, layered effects make text harder to read, especially in bright environments or for anyone with visual sensitivity. If that sounds familiar, you are not alone, and Apple has built in ways to tone it down.This guide walks you through exactly how to reduce or disable the Liquid Glass effects in iOS 26 so your phone is easier on the eyes without losing the core functionality of the update.
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