Topic: material 3 expressive

July 7, 2026

3 Google Features Still Missing After All These Years

Google Photos for iOS received a sleek floating bottom bar, but the Android version has not yet received this update despite multiple teases. A Gboard key redesign with pill-shaped keys, tested in March 2025, has been shown in official screenshots but remains unavailable to users. Google previewe...

June 20, 2026

Pixel Screenshots expands beyond on-device AI processing

Pixel Screenshots is expanding from purely on-device AI to include cloud processing, with version 1.26.134.11 renaming the setting to "Search your screenshots with AI" and confirming data can now be processed remotely in a secure, isolated environment. This cloud-based approach uses Google's Priv...

June 19, 2026

Pixel Android 17 update: Is your phone running smoother? [Poll]

Android 17 is now rolling out to eligible Pixel devices, focusing on performance refinements and under-the-hood tuning rather than a complete visual overhaul, with early reports indicating snappier animations. Key quality-of-life improvements include the return of App Bubbles, reminiscent of the ...

May 20, 2026

Gboard Material 3 redesign of shortcuts expands to more users

Gboard's Material 3 Expressive redesign for its shortcuts menu replaces the old grid layout with rounded pill-shaped shortcuts (two per row) and swipe navigation between pages. The update introduces larger text labels positioned to the right of icons and a new editing interface accessed via a pen...

May 8, 2026

Google: Pixel Phones Will Not Adopt Apple's Liquid Glass Design

Google’s Android president Sameer Samat definitively stated that the company has no plans to adopt Apple’s Liquid Glass aesthetic for Pixel devices, calling the idea “wild.” While other Android manufacturers like Oppo, Xiaomi, and Samsung have incorporated iOS-like glossy interface elements, Goog...

June 30, 2025

Android 16 Review: Worth the Hype?

Android 16 offers subtle refinements rather than major changes, reflecting the maturity of smartphone software with incremental updates. Visual tweaks are minimal, but under-the-hood improvements include enhanced navigation gestures and edge-to-edge app rendering for a more immersive experience. ...

May 14, 2025

The Android Show: I/O 2025 Edition - A Glimpse into the Future of Android

Google's I/O season kicked off with a bang, and "The Android Show: I/O Edition" gave us an exciting look at what's next for the world's most popular mobile operating system. With Android now powering over 3 billion devices across 190 countries, the updates announced are set to impact users globally, pushing the industry forward with innovation at its core. Let's dive into the key takeaways from this year's showcase.