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A blog post exploring the evolution of macOS app icon shapes from Big Sur to Tahoe, focusing on the introduction of the 'Squircle Jail' that enforces rounded-square icons and the history behind the change.
The article critiques Apple's forced uniform squircle icon shape in macOS 26 Tahoe, citing loss of usability and creativity, and welcomes improvements in macOS 27 Golden Gate while urging Apple to restore distinct icon shapes.