How do I remove the glass effect and revert to the old iPhone interface in iOS 26?

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How do I remove the glass effect and revert to the old iPhone interface in iOS 26?

Just upgraded my phone to iOS 26 and wow, I really doesn't like the look of my phone now. How do i get back my old iPhone interface? how to remove the glass effect

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Original Title: Glass effect

iPhone 14 Pro, iOS 26

Posted on Dec 19, 2025 8:49 AM

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Zachyy

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Dec 19, 2025 8:52 AM in response to Lebill

Downgrading iOS isn't supported. But there are ways to reduce the Liquid Glass effect.

Settings > Accessibility > Display and Text Size > Turn on Reduce Transparency and Increase Contrast. Also turn on Show Borders.
Settings > Display and Brightness > Liquid Glass > Set it to Tinted.

You can learn more about your customization options here:

Liquid Glass - Love It Or Hate It - It's … - Apple Community

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