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It looks like Apple Music is getting a new icon
Publication: The Verge
Author: Stevie Bonifield
Source published: 13/10/2026, 20:05:02 UTC
Briefing created: 25/10/2026, 03:01:44 UTC
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Briefings
Apple Music reportedly replaced its iconic red app icon with a black-and-white version in iOS 27.2 beta, featuring a sharper eighth note angle. The new logo also appears on the Apple Music Hall website, suggesting a refresh to match the app icon. Color changes extend to widgets, which now have black backgrounds. This update occurred in October 2026, with the Verge reporting the findings.
Key points
- Apple Music's app icon was replaced with a black-and-white version in iOS 27.2 beta, featuring a sharper eighth note angle.
- The new logo appears on the Apple Music Hall website, indicating a potential refresh to match the app icon design.
Context
9to5Mac and The Verge reported that Apple Music is updating its visual identity, specifically the app icon and widgets, to a monochrome scheme in iOS 27.2 beta. This follows a previous logo spotted on the Apple Music Hall website, suggesting a coordinated refresh across the platform.
Limitations
Evidence is limited to a single beta version (iOS 27.2) and a specific website; full rollout impact remains unverified. Color changes to widgets are confirmed, but specific widget types or other affected apps are not detailed in the source.
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