can you undo the recent recent āglassā update? I am finding it impossible to work with and I wish I could just undo it and go back to the one right before this one. If I had known it was this bad, I wouldnāt ever have installed it. Now I donāt know what to do. I am trying to run a business with an āupdateā that is impossible to work with.
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Original Title: New update is impossible
iPad Pro, iPadOS 26
Rolling-back to an earlier version of iOS/iPadOS is not possible. All System Updates are digitally signed by Apple - and can only be installed whilst the digital signatures remain valid. After release of a new iOS/iPadOS version, the digital signatures of the preceding version are revoked within days, preventing reinstallation of the earlier version.
As mentioned by Mac Jim ID, iOS/iPadOS 26.1 introduced a new setting that subtly charges the appearance of Liquid Glass:
Settings > Display & Brightness > Liquid Glass - select Clear or Tinted
Sadly, for iPad, this new setting makes very little difference for those that struggle with both the appearance and overlapping screen elements introduced with Liquid Glass - an issue that is often not understood by those that don't have or regularly use an iPad. While iOS for iPhone and iPadOS for iPad are closely related, some features can have substantial differences in how they appear on related devices.
If you are experiencing difficulty with the new Liquid Glass UI, there are other settings that can significantly improve the appearance and suppress the majority of unwanted effects:
Each if these settings can be used individually, or in combination. Setting Reduce Transparency alone (1) will likely suppress the majority of your issues. The Reduce Motion setting (3), if used, will eliminate the "lensing" effects of the Liquid Glass UI. Experiment; you should find a combination that works for you.
I suggest that you begin with setting Reduce Transparency to ON - and then, if needed, experiment with additional use of one or more of the other options.
NB: The new Display & Brightness > Liquid Glass setting can only be changed/toggled while Reduce Transparency is set to OFF. You might find that setting Liquid Glass to Clear, prior to enabling Reduced Transparency to ON, may give the best result.
Liquid Glass is here to stay - and will likely evolve throughout the lifespan of iPadOS 26. Hopefully, Apple will provide additional controls with which to selectively eliminate some aspects of the new UI to better meet the functional and visual needs of the wider user population. Liquid Glass is very "pretty" - but for some is arguably form over function, reducing legibility and usability.
Rolling-back to an earlier version of iOS/iPadOS is not possible. All System Updates are digitally signed by Apple - and can only be installed whilst the digital signatures remain valid. After release of a new iOS/iPadOS version, the digital signatures of the preceding version are revoked within days, preventing reinstallation of the earlier version.
As mentioned by Mac Jim ID, iOS/iPadOS 26.1 introduced a new setting that subtly charges the appearance of Liquid Glass:
Settings > Display & Brightness > Liquid Glass - select Clear or Tinted
Sadly, for iPad, this new setting makes very little difference for those that struggle with both the appearance and overlapping screen elements introduced with Liquid Glass - an issue that is often not understood by those that don't have or regularly use an iPad. While iOS for iPhone and iPadOS for iPad are closely related, some features can have substantial differences in how they appear on related devices.
If you are experiencing difficulty with the new Liquid Glass UI, there are other settings that can significantly improve the appearance and suppress the majority of unwanted effects:
Each if these settings can be used individually, or in combination. Setting Reduce Transparency alone (1) will likely suppress the majority of your issues. The Reduce Motion setting (3), if used, will eliminate the "lensing" effects of the Liquid Glass UI. Experiment; you should find a combination that works for you.
I suggest that you begin with setting Reduce Transparency to ON - and then, if needed, experiment with additional use of one or more of the other options.
NB: The new Display & Brightness > Liquid Glass setting can only be changed/toggled while Reduce Transparency is set to OFF. You might find that setting Liquid Glass to Clear, prior to enabling Reduced Transparency to ON, may give the best result.
Liquid Glass is here to stay - and will likely evolve throughout the lifespan of iPadOS 26. Hopefully, Apple will provide additional controls with which to selectively eliminate some aspects of the new UI to better meet the functional and visual needs of the wider user population. Liquid Glass is very "pretty" - but for some is arguably form over function, reducing legibility and usability.
Lotkee wrote:
Everything about this Apple update has made navigating my phone way harder. Why change things like this?
please can Apple revert or do something where we can choose! I am almost tempted to change my phone to android!
Rolling-back to an earlier version of iOS/iPadOS is not possible.
All System Updates are digitally signed by Apple - and can only be installed whilst the digital signatures remain valid. After release of a new iOS/iPadOS version, the immediately preceding version continues to be digitally signed by Apple - however, usually within a few days, Apple will revoke the digital certificate with which the earlier version is signed.
Consider that iOS/iPadOS updates include both functional and essential security updates. Restoring an earlier version of the OS would undermine the security of your device and your personal data.
You should always choose a device and OS platform that best meets your needs, be it iOS or Android. At an individual level, your defection either way will be unnoticed by either manufacturer. Be aware that Android is reportedly moving to replicate much of the visual aspects introduced with iOS/iPadOS 26.
Apple invites submission of constructive comments and feature requests via its Product Feedback portal. If you would like to see changes in a future release of iOS/iPadOS, this would be the appropriate channel through which to submit a request:
Londasuefromnc wrote:
I donāt like the little bubbles that they now let you choose. I want to be able to have just 3 equal rectangular blocks in order to do the work that I do. It is much harder for me now. I would like to be able to revert back to the way it was before this mislabeled āupgradeā.
Presumably you refer to the iPad's new windowed-Apps mode.
iPadOS 26 has introduced new multitasking capabilities and controls - with, optionally, Apps appearing within their own windows instead of being full-screen or appearing in side-by-side split screen. To better understand the changes, I recommend that you start with the video introduction here - and then read the remaining explanations:
Multitask on iPad with iPadOS 26 - Apple Support
iPadOS multitasking has received a significant makeover from that to which you may be accustomed in iPadOS 18.x and earlier - and may take a little time to learn and adjust your workflows. You would be well advised to review the official iPadOS User Guide and the many available online tutorials (such as YouTube) to become better acquainted with the new multitasking interface and associated gestures and controls.
Work with multiple windows at once on iPad - Apple Support
The three-dot multitasking button with which you are no doubt familiar from earlier versions of iPadOS has been replaced with the traffic-light button to access and control the revised window-based User Interface.
Tapping the traffic-light multitasking button expands the control - whereas touch-and-hold of the button offers the option of arranging open windows side-by-side, as a tripple, or arranged into a quad.
If you dislike the windowed environment, you can switch to using the basic Full-Screen App mode - but this disables all multitasking capabilities and hide the traffic-light controls; you will not be able to use split screen or slide-over modes with which you are likely familiar:
Settings > Multitasking & Gestures - select Full Screen Apps
Apple invite submission of constructive comments and feature requests via its Product Feedback portal. If you would like Apple to reconsider recent changes, or alter the appearance or function of the multitasking controls, this would be the most appropriate and effective path to having your voice heard:
mloding wrote:
My screen size is reduced and I am unable to consistently use a full screen. I have an iPad so that the view is larger and this recent update has made it smaller. Also since the screen is not āfullā the area around the exterior of the view is very distracting. We should be able to opt in or out for an update. Updates are recommended for SECURITY reasons, and ultimately we end up with features we donāt like.
I have been unhappy with several updates, however this is the first that has prompted me to voice a concern.
If you dislike the windowed environment, you can switch to using the basic Full-Screen App mode - but this disables all multitasking capabilities and hide the traffic-light controls; you will not be able to use split screen or slide-over modes with which you are likely familiar:
Settings > Multitasking & Gestures - select Full Screen Apps
Apple invite submission of constructive comments and feature requests via its Product Feedback portal. If you would like Apple to reconsider recent changes, or alter the appearance or function of the multitasking controls, this would be the most appropriate and effective path to having your voice heard:
Londasuefromnc wrote:
I am trying to arrange three apps open at the same time on the screen and use each app at the same time
You can have two or three App windows side-by-side - or a spit the screen into four quadrants.
To access, assuming that the current App window is not maximised; touch-and-hold the traffic-light icon at top-left of the App window to expose the Fill & Arrange options:
NB: If you update to iPadOS 26.1, you also have a Slide Over view from which to choose:
The current App window will move aside, allowing you to open another App; the selected view will open the selected Apps in their own windows - which can be resized laterally, as before, by dragging the divider to left or right.
If the App window is already maximised, swipe downwards from the top-edge of the screen to expose the new menu bar - then use the traffic-light icon as described above.
Remember, for iPadOS 26, you have a configuration choice to use Full Screen Apps only, use Windowed Apps, or Stage Manager mode as you prefer:
Settings > Multitasking & Gestures - select your preferred multitasking mode
Mrsklpw wrote:
Highly dislike the new Liquid Glass update but now Iām stuck
Apple please get rid of it
even changing settings makes it much harder to see
terrible new isnāt always better give me an option for this function
ON/OFF Button Liquid Glass
This is a user-to-user technical community. Contributors here are all end-users, just like you. Other than the site Moderators, Apple neither monitors nor participates within this Community. As such, your comments here will not be seen or acted upon by Apple.
Apple invites submission of constructive comments and feature requests via its Product Feedback portal. For iPad and iPadOS:
If you dislike Liquid Gless, within my first reply to this thread you will find suggested settings to effectively minimise its visual effects/impact.
There is nothing wrong with an iPhone 11 using iOS 26.3, but the first thing that comes to my mind on a device of that age is the Battery Health. It is only expected to last 500 charge cycles no matter what OS version you are using, so if it is the original battery, it is likely that the Battery Health is below 80% where it is recommended to have it replaced. You can check that at Settings > Battery > Battery Health.
As for downgrading, nope it is not possible and never has been.
For Force Closing the apps, you do now need to actually move them to the top where the simple flick that you were able to do previously will just bounce them back. The question is why are you finding that you need to Force Close an app. The only time that usually is necessary is if an app was frozen, and for some that think it will help with battery performance or make their device run more efficiently, that is not true.
You are always going to find people that have issues with any device and any OS version, but that is going to be no value for an issue you are having with your device. Some just don't like any change and you can even look back on this Support Site when iOS 18 came out and find many users who did not like that one either and wanted to revert back to iOS 17. I would expect the same thing to happen with the next release as well.
If you are on iPad 26.1, you can go to Settings > Display & Brightness > Liquid Glass and select the "Tinted" option. This doesn't remove it completely, but does reduce the transparency of the elements.
Justanotherperson12 wrote:
I hope this gets attention. The new update was installed on my iPhone 11 (26.3) and it has been an absolute nightmare. Scrolling is jittery, apps freeze, everything takes forever to load. When I attempt to close out apps, it will only scroll them up and down and not throw them away. Yeah, maybe my phone is a bit outdated, but unless apple is going to upgrade my phone to go with the new software, Iād like the software to be downgraded to previous version. not to mention, is there any real functionality with the new update? From what Iāve seen, there is almost no value added with the little ātweaksā that have been made.
I love apple products, and I understand innovation, but maybe this time was a flop.
Iāve had no issues until the download and my phone has become almost unusable. While researching I find not only that the software cannot be reverted back, but also, a ton of people are experiencing these same issues.
So, my question is, how do I get this get fixed, and what is apple doing for everyone else experiencing the same issues?
You are posting on a user to user only forum and your post will get no attention from anyone at Apple. You're also assuming that because you have issues (and I'm not suggesting you don't) that everyone else with your phone model has the same issues. This is an unfortunate assumption. I know many people with an iPhone 11 who are having no issues. But given there is an installed user base of ober 1.5 Billions users out there, there are sure to be some who have issues.
If you want to get help from Apple directly, you can schedule an appointment at your Apple Store Genius Bar, where you can get individualized in-person help. If you're in the US, you can call Apple at: 800-MY-APPLE or you can tap the Support button at the bottom of every page on this forum.
Lotkee wrote:
Everything about this Apple update has made navigating my phone way harder. Why change things like this?
please can Apple revert or do something where we can choose! I am almost tempted to change my phone to android!
Janegoggin2 wrote:
I despise the new update. It is so confusing. Is there a way to not allow updates or opt to stay in old ones
You can inhibit automatic installation of system software updates from iPad settings:
Settings > General > Software Update > Automatic Updates > Automatically Install- set to OFF
You can also choose whether or not to automatically download and/or automatically install System Files - the latter often relating to urgent system-security patches.
As for keeping abreast of new or modified functionality introduced by new releases of iPadOS, you might consider reviewing the often overlooked iPad User Guide:
iPad User Guide - Apple Support
The Tips App, installed by default on all new models of iPad, provides a brief introduction - and leads you to the User Guide. In case you missed it, here is a link to the Tips App:
https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/tips/id1069509450
I hope this gets attention. The new update was installed on my iPhone 11 (26.3) and it has been an absolute nightmare. Scrolling is jittery, apps freeze, everything takes forever to load. When I attempt to close out apps, it will only scroll them up and down and not throw them away. Yeah, maybe my phone is a bit outdated, but unless apple is going to upgrade my phone to go with the new software, Iād like the software to be downgraded to previous version. not to mention, is there any real functionality with the new update? From what Iāve seen, there is almost no value added with the little ātweaksā that have been made.
I love apple products, and I understand innovation, but maybe this time was a flop.
Iāve had no issues until the download and my phone has become almost unusable. While researching I find not only that the software cannot be reverted back, but also, a ton of people are experiencing these same issues.
So, my question is, how do I get this get fixed, and what is apple doing for everyone else experiencing the same issues?
Robbydarrilyn wrote:
I canāt even figure out how to get out of voicemail. How is that an upgrade? It used to be simple.
You clearly don't handle change very well. Every year (even on Android), things change. I can't even imagine why you can't get out voicemail, but if you open the Phone App and tap the circle at the top right with lines, then tap Classic, things will look like they did before the change.
What you're describing is a lack of knowledge of the changes in the new versions. Apple always published what's new in the new versions. It's up to you to find out what's changed. Or maybe if you are unable to adapt to change, a flip phone might be a better option for your needs.
Here are links you might want to read up on:
In Apple Stores, they routinely hold classes to help people better use and understand their devices. It's called Today at Apple, so you might want to check out options for your needs. But complaining about change is a waste of time here. You aren't addressing anyone from Apple here. This is a user to user only forum, which Apple neither participates, nor reads for user feedback.
Check out Apple Today clases here --> Today at Apple - Apple
Thank you for replying with your concerns, KellyR1969. š
Here at the Apple Support Community, we are volunteers (thoughtful Apple users) who share knowledge in an effort to help others, such as yourself.
We donāt have the power to look into accounts, make changes, authorize repairs, offer discounts or change the operating system to fit your needs.
I wish you the best, but you need to provide ā¢ Product Feedback.
Thanks again for sharing your concerns with us.
All the best! šš¼š
ALo1234 wrote:
About to go get an Android!
Some Cell providers are giving them away for free, check with yours. Also here is the Android Support forum that may be helpful in your research for what you may expect.
How do I revert to the previous update?
