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- Users have expressed dissatisfaction with video display in iOS 18
- Apple has modified video layouts in the third beta of iOS 18.2
- The bezels have been eliminated, allowing videos to occupy the entire screen automatically
In its latest update, Apple has implemented significant design modifications to the Photos app within iOS 18, introducing a fresh layout and navigation system. However, this redesign has not received unanimous approval; consequently, Apple has reverted several changes it initially rolled out. The most recent adjustment pertains to how videos are managed within the Photos app.
Previously, when users accessed a video in Photos, it was framed by thick bezels on all sides which compressed the video’s display slightly to fit these borders. Upon tapping the video, playback controls would vanish and allow for full-screen viewing.
The third beta of iOS 18.2 alters this experience significantly: videos now automatically expand to fill the screen upon opening them. Playback controls—including play and mute buttons as well as a timeline—remain visible overlaid on top of the video content. Tapping on the screen will hide these controls while maintaining standard dimensions for the video.
This isn’t Apple’s first instance of retracting features from its Photos app; one notable change was removing a carousel feature that showcased highlighted images and videos during beta version five of iOS 18. The application offers extensive customization options so users can adjust its layout according to their preferences if they find default settings unsatisfactory.
The structure of the Photos app has evolved considerably with iOS 18 compared to previous iterations of Apple’s mobile operating system; most categories and features are now consolidated onto a single page for easier access as stated by Apple’s goal “to assist users in easily locating and reliving cherished moments.”
If you wish to access this latest update, you must enroll your device into Apple’s beta software program via their official website before navigating through Settings > General > Software Update > Beta Updates on your device to enable developer beta for iOS 18.
Please be aware that installing betas on primary devices is not advisable due to potential bugs or issues that could disrupt normal functionality. For those interested, we provide an extensive guide detailing how to install developer betas for further assistance.
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