It's been nearly two months since Apple previewed iOS 26 during the WWDC 2025 keynote, and the excitement surrounding this upcoming software update continues to grow. This latest iteration introduces Apple's innovative Liquid Glass design language, marking the most significant overhaul to the company's mobile user interface since iOS 7. This change aims to create a more cohesive experience across Apple's range of devices, including the iPhone, iPad, and Mac, while also extending to the Apple TV, Apple Watch, and Apple Vision Pro.
Apple's new Liquid Glass design promises to reshape the way users interact with its products. The company boasts that this beautiful and delightful interface will be instantly familiar yet refreshingly new. With the launch of the iOS 26 public beta, a wider audience can now experience this innovative design vision. However, it's important to note that the design changes are currently limited to Apple's stock apps and widgets.
As the official release of iOS 26 approaches, developers are beginning to showcase how their apps will adapt to the new design. One such example is Gentler Streak, which recently shared exclusive insights with BGR about its upcoming updates. The app's integration with Apple's Liquid Glass design retains a familiar aesthetic while incorporating subtle tweaks to enhance the user experience.
What stands out is how the app's environment interacts with the new Liquid Glass buttons. For instance, the Steps feature integrates smoothly with the Back and Filter buttons, while the new navigation bar mirrors the design found in Apple's native applications like Apple Music and Podcasts. According to Andrej Mihelič, co-founder and lead designer of Gentler Streak, adapting to a new or refreshed graphical user interface presents both challenges and opportunities. "We have to rethink the UX and UI of the app as we don't want to make drastic changes, which could have a negative effect on our users, but, on the other hand, need to make adjustments to keep the app close to the native iOS experience," Mihelič explained.
With the introduction of Liquid Glass and smoother transitions, Gentler Streak feels fresher and more intuitive. The team seized the opportunity to not only implement the new features of iOS 26 but also to refine the app's overall interface. These changes aim to improve user experience by making the app more efficient in communicating daily fitness goals, visually appealing, and easier for newcomers to navigate.
Gentler Streak has also shared on social media how the app's icon under iOS 26 refracts light, adding an extra layer of visual appeal. This all-in-one wellness app is designed for anyone looking to establish a healthy workout routine without the risk of overexertion. Users can find Gentler Streak available for download on the App Store, ready to embrace the future of fitness tracking with the enhancements brought by iOS 26.
