Every time Apple rolls out a new iOS update, it aims to bring us features and redesigns that improve our apps.
But let’s be honest, sometimes, these changes aren’t right. That’s exactly what happened with iOS 18’s update to the Photos app.
Apple gave Photos a fresh, bold new look, and while some people loved it, others felt it wasn’t the same. A big sticking point? The video player.
Instead of filling the screen automatically, videos started showing up with white borders, and you had to tap to go fullscreen.
Many people, including myself, found this confusing and unnecessary. So, they took it to social media and developer forums to let Apple know.
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And guess what? Apple listened. With the latest iOS 18.2 update, they brought back the fullscreen video view that people wanted.
No more white borders, no extra taps videos the way we’re used to watching them. Apple’s quick adjustment here shows how much user feedback matters, especially in shaping the future of the tech we rely on.
Apple’s beta program is all about this kind of back-and-forth with users. By trying out new updates early, beta users help refine apps, helping Apple decide what works and what doesn’t.
It’s a cool reminder that these tools don’t evolve independently. They’re shaped by the people who use them daily, and this Photos app update shows that everyone benefits when they listen to feedback.
So next time you see a feature you don’t love, don’t hold back. Your feedback could help shape the apps and tools of tomorrow.
Let me know your thoughts in the comments on this new change.
