Apple's first-party apps (Messages, Safari, and others) have an almost black background, as do some third-party apps, such as YouTube and Bluesky. However, most third-party apps remain unchanged.

If you're a developer or beta tester with the iOS 26 beta on your device, you will also see an option for Clear in the home ...

As well as a refreshed new look for system components like buttons and tabbars, the Liquid Glass redesign of iOS 26 also ...