With iOS 26, Apple introduced the new Glass Design UI—a visually striking interface featuring translucent elements and layered effects across the system.
While many users appreciate the futuristic look (including me), others may find it distracting and overly reflective. Not to mention, many have called it rather taxing on battery life and performance, especially on older devices.
If you’re among those who prefer a cleaner or more classic look, the good news is you can turn off the Glass Design on your iPhone or iPad. That said, let me show you how it’s done the quick way:
- On your iPhone or iPad, head over to the Settings app.
- Now, tap Accessibility.
- Next, choose Display & Text Size.
- Finally, enable the toggle next to “Reduce Transparency,” and you are all set.
You’ve now successfully turned off the iOS 26 Glass Design and restored a more minimalistic, performance-friendly UI. Whether you made the switch for better readability, reduced distractions, or improved battery life, your device should now feel more in line with your preferences.
If you found this guide helpful, consider exploring more iOS 26 customization options to tailor your iPhone or iPad exactly the way you like it.
Frequently Asked Questions
1: Which devices are compatible with iOS 26?
Ans: iOS 26 supports iPhone 11/iPhone SE 2 and later models.
2. Should you install the iOS 26 beta on your iPhone?
Ans: As the beta software is typically unstable, I would not recommend you install it on your primary iPhone. However, if you would like to take it for a test drive, make sure to install it on a secondary. It will let you enjoy the beta software without jeopardizing the precious data.
3. What has caused the rapid battery drain on my iPhone?
Ans: Well, the unexpected battery drain occurs due to many factors, such as the wrong configurations and software glitches. More often than not, you can resolve the battery drain issues by fine-tuning the power-hungry features.
