Telegram's "Liquid Glass" UI, a visual update that was well-received on iOS for matching iOS 26 aesthetics, is facing strong negative reactions from its Android beta user base.

• The initial beta release introducing the feature on Android received nearly 600 downvotes against only 100 upvotes on Telegram’s official beta release channel.
• Telegram for iOS gained a transparent, refractive "Liquid Glass" look aligning with iOS 26 design, which was deemed a success on Apple's platform.
• Android users expressed frustration, noting they have been requesting adherence to Google’s Material 3 Expressive design principles, while Telegram delivered a feature that some believe shows a lack of understanding of the Android ecosystem.