The Disappointing New Icon Enlargement Control Method in iOS App Icon Set

In a recent update, Apple introduced a new icon enlargement control method in iPadOS 15, which is designed to make it easier for users with less than perfect eyesight to navigate their Home Screen. However, this new feature has been met with disappointment and frustration from many users who have found that it does not work as intended.

The issue arises when trying to use the 'Use Large Icons' toggle switch in Settings > Home Screen & Dock > Home Screen. Despite the promise of a simple on-off solution, this new control method has failed to deliver, leaving many iPad mini owners with miniature app and folder icons that are difficult or impossible to read.

Prior to iPadOS 15, users were able to adjust icon sizes through the App Icons setting in Settings > Home Screen & Dock > Home Screen. This feature allowed for a more customizable experience, enabling users to choose between smaller or larger icons based on their personal preferences. Unfortunately, this control method has been replaced with the new 'Use Large Icons' toggle switch, which seems to be malfunctioning.

One of the most significant problems with the new icon enlargement control method is that it does not provide a clear and consistent way to enlarge app and folder icons. The previous method allowed users to choose between 20 smaller icons or 30 larger icons, making it easier to navigate their Home Screen. However, the new toggle switch only provides two options: 'More' (smaller) icons and 'Bigger' (fewer) icons.

Furthermore, the previously larger printed identifying subtitles underneath folder icons are now too minuscule to read or identify easily at a distance, making it even more challenging for users with less than perfect eyesight. Additionally, the app symbols displayed on unopened folder icons have been made microscopically small, further exacerbating the issue.

In conclusion, the new icon enlargement control method in iOS App Icon Set has failed to deliver on its promise of providing a simple and effective solution for users with less than perfect eyesight. Instead, it has introduced a range of problems that are frustrating and infuriating many iPad mini owners. Apple experts, please take note of these issues and work towards resolving them to provide a better user experience for all iPad users.

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