The author recently upgraded to iOS 18 and had some thoughts about the redesigned control center. They run their iPhone in a minimalist mode with almost everything turned off. The new control center features circles and squircles, odd color choices for icons, and confusing navigation. One major complaint is the lack of a simple wifi toggle in the connectivity section, instead, there is a useless print center toggle. The UX is described as a nightmare, with frustrating interactions and unnecessary complexity. The author speculates that Apple may be rushing half-baked software to meet deadlines.
https://manuelmoreale.com/thoughts-on-the-new-ios-control-centre