Apple continues to bring its new Liquid Glass design to more apps. This time, Apple Research has received the update. The latest version refreshes the interface so it now matches the look introduced with iOS 26.
The change matters because Apple Research sits at the intersection of design and health. You use the app to join medical studies and share selected Health data. In return, researchers gain insight from real-world information captured by iPhone and Apple Watch. With this update, the app now feels consistent with Apple’s newest software style.
Changes in the update
The update focuses on appearance. Apple Research now uses Liquid Glass styling across the interface. In simple terms, the app looks more modern and better aligned with iOS 26.
Apple confirmed the redesign in its release notes. Here is the statement from the update notes:
“This update includes bug fixes and improvements, including a new design with Liquid Glass.”
After installing the update, you will see a cleaner layout and a more unified visual style. As a result, Apple Research now matches other Apple apps that have already moved to the new design language.
How to get it on your iPhone
You can update the app in a few quick steps:
- Open the App Store
- Search for Apple Research
- Tap Update or Get if you have never installed it
- Open the app to view the refreshed design
To confirm the version, check the app’s version history in the App Store. The Liquid Glass redesign appears under version 7.1.0.
Not every Apple app has received the Liquid Glass design yet. For now, the iWork suite still uses the older look. That includes Pages, Keynote, and Numbers.
For Apple Research, though, the transition is complete. The app now reflects Apple’s latest design direction while continuing to support health studies and user-controlled data sharing
