At WWDC25, Apple introduced its new design language, ‘Liquid Glass’, which boasts a visually stunning interface with hyper-realistic reflections and transparency. However, while the aesthetics are captivating, it poses significant usability challenges. The transparent elements create a clash between visual appeal and functional clarity, leading to concerns about readability. Notifications and buttons become less distinguishable, shifting focus away from content and introducing visual noise. The glossy, polished design may attract attention, but its practical application in everyday use seems flawed, leaving designers to question the balance Apple is striking between beauty and usability.
It's beautiful, yes. I get the idea. Hyper-realistic reflections. Transparency layered with depth. Light that feels like it's dancing across the interface. It's meant to look like physical glass.
But from a UX/UI perspective? It's a mess. When everything is semi-transparent, you're no longer focusing on content - your eye is fighting with noise.
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