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Apple Introduces Opacity Toggle for Liquid Glass Design in Latest Beta Releases

Apple’s latest beta software introduces a significant visual customization option for users who prefer less transparency in the Liquid Glass interface. The new binary setting allows switching between the original fluid design and a more opaque appearance with enhanced contrast across all Apple platforms.

New Visual Customization Option

Apple has introduced a new appearance setting in its latest beta software that allows users to reduce the transparency effects of the controversial Liquid Glass design, according to reports from developers testing the new builds. Sources indicate that iOS 26.1 beta 4, iPadOS 26.1 beta 4, and macOS 26.1 beta 4 all include this new customization option, marking a significant shift from the company’s previous stance on interface uniformity.

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Apple Engineers Reportedly Voice Concerns Over Siri AI Performance in iOS 26.4 Development

According to recent reports, Apple engineers have expressed concerns about the performance of the AI-powered Siri in early builds of iOS 26.4. The development challenges come as Apple works to overhaul its voice assistant architecture to compete in the evolving AI landscape. Sources indicate these performance issues may have contributed to recent executive departures.

Siri’s AI Overhaul Faces Development Challenges

According to reports from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple engineers have voiced concerns about the performance of the new AI-powered Siri in early builds of iOS 26.4. The reporting suggests that despite Apple’s significant investment in revamping its voice assistant technology, the development team continues to face performance shortfalls that could impact the scheduled spring 2026 release.