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Apple's iOS 26 Redesign Sparks Clock Icon Backlash

6/13/2025

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Apple's iOS 26 Beta has ignited a storm of discontent among users, primarily due to the stark redesign of the Clock app icon. The new all-white icon clashes with the beloved black background, prompting a wave of criticism across social media. While the update embraces a sleek "Liquid Glass" look, the Clock icon's transformation has stolen the spotlight for all the wrong reasons.

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Story summary

Apple's iOS 26 Beta has ignited a storm of discontent among users, primarily due to the stark redesign of the Clock app icon. The new all-white icon clashes with the beloved black background, prompting a wave of criticism across social media. While the update embraces a sleek "Liquid Glass" look, the Clock icon's transformation has stolen the spotlight for all the wrong reasons.