Text colors and background colors are switched after upgrade to 26.2

After upgrade to 26.2 all of the labels on my icons are in black text instead of white, my notifications are black background and white text, usually it is opposite and when searching my background is gray. I would like it to go back to the was before the upgrade. In settings/accessibilty/display & text size everything is turned off except reduce transparency. I have tried toggling the smart invert and classic invert on and off hoping it would get things moving in the right direction, no luck. Has anyone else had this color change problem? Any solutions?

iPhone 13

Posted on Dec 12, 2025 3:35 PM

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Dec 13, 2025 10:37 PM in response to Tv7080

It's not always the iOS update's fault!  Many things can cause phone problems.  If you tell people you think it's an iOS update, it might make it harder to fix or find a solution for the real issue.



Remember, the right question often leads to the solution!



Was/Is your device Jailbroken? If that's the situation, please be informed that attributing the issues to iOS updates may not be accurate.



iOS updates aim to enhance user experience, boost security, and fix bugs rather than disrupt core features. The majority of the issues after updates might stem from underlying, unmentioned factors. Updates won't typically alter personal data but may refine settings or features. Backup before major updates for safety. Review Apple's update details and backup advice for a smooth process.


Kindly consider checking your settings and addressing any device issues before attributing the issue to external factors. This could be a pure coincidence that the iOS update affected the iPhone functions.


Before initiating a standard iOS update, it's advisable to create a backup. Have you completed this step? If yes, proceed with the restoration from the backup.



See what each update does: OS — iOS 26, About iOS 18 Updates, About iOS 17 Updates, About iOS 16 Updates, About iOS 15 Updates, About iOS 14 Updates, About iOS 13 Updates, About iOS 12 Updates, and so on...



Text colors and background colors are switched after upgrade to 26.2

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