Apple Addresses Liquid Glass Control Center UI Annoyance in iOS 26 Beta 2; ‘See Through’ Effect Enhanced for Reduced Distractions

Apple’s Liquid Glass UI has sparked considerable debate among users and design enthusiasts, particularly with its recent updates in iOS 26. The tech giant has expressed that this redesign enhances the operating system’s expressiveness and responsiveness. However, feedback from users has pointed to significant concerns, especially regarding the Control Center’s interface in the first beta of iOS 26. When the Control Center was accessed from the top, the visibility of app icons and widgets in the background proved to be a distraction, complicating navigation and making the overall user experience feel cluttered.

Fortunately, subsequent updates in iOS 26 beta 2 have sought to address these issues. The latest iteration introduces a more opaque interface that aims to improve usability and reduce distractions.

Enhanced Readability and User Experience in iOS 26 Beta 2

The transition from iOS 26 beta 1 to beta 2 has brought noticeable improvements, particularly in contrast and readability within the Control Center. As reported by The Verge, the Control Center’s new opaque design dramatically enhances the visual clarity, making it easier for users to access and interact with various options without visual clutter.

This change suggests that Apple is taking user feedback seriously, acknowledging that the previous beta’s transparency levels were taxing on users’ eyes. Observers anticipate that additional refinements may be forthcoming in future beta releases, although no official confirmations have been made yet. In addition, 9to5Mac highlights that beta 2 also introduces a new ringtone, providing users with an alternative to the previously used Reflections tone.

iOS 26 Beta 2 Liquid glass in the Control Center has a lot more contrast and is much easier to read. Also shows highlights based on orientation of the device.iOS 26 Beta 1 on the left, iOS 26 Beta 2 on the right.pic.twitter.com/ZH5x79r9RU

— Aaron Zollo (@zollotech) June 23, 2025

Beyond interface enhancements, iOS 26 beta 2 also hints at potential new hardware developments, with references to an unreleased iPhone resolution of 2, 736 x 1, 260 pixels—speculated to be linked to the upcoming iPhone 17 Air model. As we continue to monitor updates from Apple, we will keep our readers informed of any further changes and improvements.

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