The fourth iOS 26.1 beta has landed, introducing two much-requested features for iPhone users:
- Liquid Glass Transparency Control: There’s now a toggle to switch between ‘Clear’ (the original more translucent Liquid Glass look) and ‘Tinted’, which makes the background less transparent. This can be found in Settings > Display & Brightness > Liquid Glass. The new option improves readability, particularly for users who found the original effect caused eye strain, vertigo, or simply disliked its aesthetics. This update builds on existing accessibility options like “Increase Contrast” and “Reduce Transparency,” giving users even more control over interface legibility.
- Disable Lock Screen ‘Swipe to Camera’: You can now turn off the ability to launch the camera with a swipe from the lock screen—a long-standing frustration for many who frequently open the camera by accident. The toggle is located in Settings > Camera > Lock Screen Swipe to Open Camera.
User reactions have been overwhelmingly positive, with accessibility advocates and those seeking a less intrusive UI hailing the Liquid Glass control as a “win for the people with poor eyesight.” The ability to disable accidental camera launches appeals to those who prefer more intentional device use or have issues with unintended swipes.
Other recent iOS 26.1 beta updates included tweaks to the Apple TV logo, improved alarm persistence, and gesture controls in Apple Music.
The finished iOS 26.1 release is expected soon and should bring these quality-of-life enhancements to all users.
