Despite criticism from users, Apple intends to retain its Liquid Glass aesthetic in macOS 27, opting instead for minor modifications, as reported by Bloomberg journalist Mark Gurman.
Gurman highlighted user feedback regarding challenges with text legibility and varying appearances across applications. He noted that the feature struggles to adapt effectively to bigger screens on desktop and laptop models, largely because it was developed primarily for OLED screens, whereas most Mac devices rely on LCD technology. To remedy problems like unusual shadows and transparency effects, Apple plans adjustments in macOS 27. Furthermore, the interface may perform better on the anticipated OLED-equipped touchscreen MacBook, potentially launching later this year.
These modifications aim to align with the original vision of Apple's design group, with initial shortcomings traced to incomplete execution by the software development team. This isn't Apple's initial revision to Liquid Glass, as versions iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, and macOS 26.1 introduced a setting to add a frosted layer for enhanced opacity and contrast. In addition to these updates, Apple is preparing corrections for bugs, enhancements to battery duration, and boosts to overall efficiency, all set to be revealed at the Worldwide Developers Conference on June 8.