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Dark Mode Isn't Just Aesthetic - It's Expectation
In 2026, if your app doesn't have dark mode, users notice. And they're annoyed. Dark mode reduces eye strain, saves battery on OLED screens, and frankly looks premium when done right.
The key?
Don't just invert colors. Design a true dark palette, desaturate your accent colors slightly, use dark gray (#121212) not pure black, and test your contrast ratios religiously.
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