The Vergecast Diving into Apple’s Liquid Glass
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Jul 25, 2025 
Join reviewers Vee Song and Antonio G. Di Benedetto as they dive into Apple's Liquid Glass design and the quirks of its new operating systems. They share insights on the mixed user experience with features like the upgraded Spotlight and AI fitness coach in watchOS 26. Transportation editor Andy Hawkins discusses Tesla's recent financial woes, while Matthew Kang recounts his unique experience at the new Tesla Diner, connecting delicious meals with electric vehicle culture. They explore everything from parking logistics to innovative dining tech!
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Liquid Glass Hinders Phone Readability
- Vee Song struggles to read text through the new Liquid Glass on iPhone due to transparency effects.
- She relies heavily on accessibility settings to make text legible, which reduces the design impact.
Mac Screens Soften Liquid Glass Impact
- Liquid Glass on Mac is less intrusive due to larger screens and user control.
- Users find it more tolerable, often ignoring it once accustomed.
Design Fits Vision Pro, Not iPhone
- Liquid Glass fits well on Vision Pro headset due to need for transparency in mixed reality.
- On iPhone, transparency reduces readability and does not make practical sense.