Black squares around apps?

Any time I try to click on an app, a black square appears around the app and won't open. Also I can't switch screens. I just updated to the iOS 5. I've tried reseting it and resyncing it. Anyone else having this issue?

Sounds like some accessibility features have been turned on. See this article for steps on how turn them off.
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht3577
B-rock

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