Tiny Apple Sports notifications on iPad after update

Tiny Apple Sports Notifications after 26.4 update


After the 26.4 update was installed on my 10th generation iPad, the notification banner for Apple Sports is now extremely tiny. Interestingly, performing a restart does allow the notification to appear at its normal size, but only once. Subsequent notifications from Apple Sports are tiny again - so small that they are nearly illegible. I’ve attached a screen grab showing.


Any ideas or suggestions as to how to proceed?


iPad (10th generation)

Posted on Mar 29, 2026 6:24 PM

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Mar 30, 2026 3:19 AM in response to bob.edelman

If your iPad is not operating as expected, try a forced-restart - as this will often clear an isolated or post-iodate software issue:


Force restart iPad (models with Face ID or with Touch ID in the top button)

If your iPad doesn’t have the Home button, do the following:

  1. Press and quickly release the volume button nearest to the top button.
  2. Press and quickly release the volume button farthest from the top button.
  3. Press and hold the top button.
  4. When the Apple logo appears, release the top button.





If the problem persists after performing the restart, it may be necessary to reset your iPad settings. While this reset will not cause any loss of data, as a precaution, it is always wise to ensure that you have a current iCloud or iTunes backup before performing the reset:

How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support


When you are happy to proceed, you can perform the reset from iPad settings:

Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPad > Reset > Reset All Settings


If the problem still doesn’t clear, the next step is to reset the iPad to factory settings:

Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to factory settings - Apple Support


Otherwise, you would be best advised to seek assistance directly from Apple Support. You can contact the Support Team using the Support link at top-right or bottom-left of this page. Alternatively and perhaps easier, you can initiate and manage your support cases using the excellent Apple Support App. If not already installed on your iPad, the App can be downloaded from the App Store:

https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-support/id1130498044


You might also visit the Genius Bar at your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) - where the technicians will be able to assist with troubleshooting:

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple



Apple invite submission of comments and bug reports via its Product Feedback portal. For iPad and iPadOS:

Feedback - iPad - Apple


If submitting a Bug Report, ensure that you include details of your iPad model and installed version of iPadOS within the body-text of your report. Don't rely upon the pick-list - as this rarely includes the current versions.

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Tiny Apple Sports notifications on iPad after update

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