Apple overhauls iPhone’s Camera app interface in iOS 26
Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2025 has revealed a significant redesign for the iPhone’s Camera app in iOS 26, aiming to streamline the user experience and put the focus back on capturing moments. This overhaul, which is part of the broader “Liquid Glass” aesthetic introduced across iOS 26, promises a more intuitive and less cluttered interface for users.
iOS 26: Key changes in iPhone Camera app
- Simplified main I=interface: The initial camera screen will primarily display “Photo” and “Video” modes.
- Intuitive Mode switching: Other capture options like Cinematic, Portrait, and Slo-Mo will still be available but can now be accessed by simply swiping left or right within the app. This gesture-based navigation aims to reduce on-screen clutter while keeping advanced tools easily accessible.
- Streamlined settings access: Users can swipe up within any mode to reveal relevant settings such as Exposure, Timer, and Aperture.
- Top-Bar resolution and frame rate controls: Resolution and frame rate controls have been conveniently moved to the top of the screen, alongside toggles for Flash and Night Mode. A long press on these icons will bring up expanded configuration menus, providing deeper control without overwhelming the primary interface.
Liquid Glass design : The new Camera app embraces the “Liquid Glass” design language, featuring translucent elements and a more dynamic appearance that aims to blend seamlessly with the content being captured.
Over the years, the Camera app accumulated multiple toggles and gestures, making navigation more complex. Apple’s redesign aims to simplify the experience while ensuring powerful tools remain easily accessible.
