Revamped: Apple Music’s Fresh Icon Update

Reports from 9to5Mac suggest that Apple Music’s iconic red app icon has undergone a significant change in the latest iOS 27.2 beta. The new version features a black-and-white color scheme, with the eighth note on the icon sporting a slightly sharper angle compared to the original design. Notably, a new Apple Music logo was recently spotted on the Apple Music Hall website, indicating a potential overall refresh of the app’s visual identity.

According to sources at 9to5Mac, the updated icon now features a black music note on a white background in light mode, with a reversed color scheme in dark mode. Beyond the icon itself, additional design alterations have been noted. Apple Music widgets now showcase black backgrounds, and the app integrates a splash of blue in the tab bar to indicate the active tab.

A user on platform X has shared images showcasing the new icon in various color modes, including a tinted version. Should the monochrome design of the app transition to a public iOS release, users may have the option to utilize the tinted homescreen feature to mimic the appearance of the previous red version.