Liquid Glass

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Techniques

Apple's app icon and interface design style emphasizing translucent glass-like visuals.

Why it's here

Placed in Assess: 3 article(s) of evidence from 1 source(s), led by product launches, with 2 in the last 30 days. Confidence 38%.

4Hacker News·8/7/2026product_launch
Apple rejects astronomy app over mistaken astrology claim
Apple rejected the Dark Hours iOS app, which is an astronomy website and app, on the grounds that it was related to astrology. After escalating the appeal, Apple’s review board still upheld the rejection, incorrectly claiming the app included a live tarot reading feature. The developer and commentators argue the app is clearly astronomy-focused and that the review process failed to correct an obvious error.
6Hacker News·7/30/2026research
Why Solid-State Batteries Are Getting So Much Attention
The article explains why solid-state batteries are drawing major investment and research interest from companies such as CATL, BYD, LG, and Samsung, as well as well-funded startups. It outlines how replacing a liquid electrolyte with a solid material could improve battery safety and reduce weight, and begins a broader explanation of the electrochemistry behind lithium batteries.
4Hacker News·6/27/2026product_launch
Apple urged to restore diverse Mac app icon shapes
The article argues that Apple’s MacOS 26 icon redesign and forced squircle shape for third-party apps reduced icon distinctiveness and usability. It says the first beta of MacOS 27 shows Apple may be correcting some Liquid Glass design issues, and asks Apple to allow more varied app icon shapes again.