What is Apple Liquid Glass and how does it differ from previous UI materials?
Apple Liquid Glass is a next-generation interface material introduced in OS 26 across Apple platforms. Unlike static gradients or blur effects, it uses real-time light distortion and motion feedback to simulate a dynamic glass-like layer.
Key distinctions:
Lensing technique for spatial hierarchy.
Interaction-aware behavior, changing with touch, orientation, and content.
Built-in accessibility adaptability.
It's inspired by past Apple UIs like Aqua and visionOS, but digitally native and far more responsive.