I hope that by September, the issues with the new design will be resolved. Many Black Wallpaper users will certainly be dissatisfied, as will others. It seems the design team has lost sight of their primary objective, leading to a readability nightmare that is not acceptable. The low-quality app icons only exacerbate the issue.
There are glaring inconsistencies in the user interface that represent a significant downgrade. While I can appreciate how the new design might look appealing on a case-free 16 Pro Max, the beauty of the previous design was its versatility. It complemented various screens, cases, and environments seamlessly. It’s disappointing to find myself let down by Apple’s redesign, especially as I type this on my MacBook while attempting to restore iOS 18 on my 15 Pro.
One question that keeps arising is how something that seems so “clean” can end up feeling so unrefined. In brief, it appears that anyone who shares my distaste for the initial preview is being labeled as the problem. I realize that changes are usually on the horizon, and I hope this is the case here. However, the notion of a “unifying design language” seems to be creating divides among users.
First impressions carry significant weight, and in my view, Apple has missed the mark with this one. If it brings you comfort, feel free to express how I might be mistaken. Ultimately, I hope for improvements, but the current state raises many concerns.
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