Earlier this year, Google Maps started showing the weather in the top-left corner, but that’s now being moved to another part of the Android app.
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Standalone ‘Google Gemini’ app spotted for iPhone with Gemini Live
Since launch, Gemini on iOS has been part of the Google (Search) app. That’s about to change with at least one iPhone user today spotting a standalone “Google Gemini” app on the App Store that also lets you access Gemini Live.
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After offering basic themes, Google Slides now has templates that “help users build presentations much faster.”
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Yes, the Gemini dark theme has changed
Google has rolled out a number of small tweaks to the Gemini app UI in recent weeks, and the latest changes the dark theme on the web.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube rolling out playback speed redesign on Android, iOS
Last month, YouTube announced a host of new features. After the new miniplayer and settings revamp, YouTube is rolling out the fine-tunable redesign of playback speed controls in the Android and iOS app.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Vids launches for Workspace customers
Following the April announcement and testing in June, Google Vids is now generally available for Google Workspace tiers.
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Google renames Data Restore Tool to ‘Android Switch’
Google’s Data Restore Tool lets you migrate information when setting up a new Android device and it has now been renamed to “Android Switch.”
Expand Expanding CloseGemini app rolling out ‘Utilities’ Extension for phone control: Here’s everything it can do
As previewed back at I/O 2024 in May, Google is beginning to roll out the Gemini Utilities Extension that can “control your Android mobile device & apps.”
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Google Messages moves Magic Compose button out of text field row
After adding Magic Rewrite to the grid of shortcuts, Google Messages is testing giving Magic Compose a more prominent position and button that is always visible.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Keep FAB redesign makes new notes a two-step process
A Google Keep redesign on Android today simplifies the bottom portion of the app by introducing a new FAB (floating action button), much like Google Tasks earlier this year.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel Screenshots update adds grid density to homepage, app shortcuts
An update to Pixel Screenshots is rolling out with a number of UI tweaks, like doing away with the “All screenshots” view.
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Google gives Song Search the four-color treatment
In the smallest of tweaks, the Google app’s Song Search shortcut has a new, modernized icon.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini side panel rolling out to Google Chat for Workspace
Following Gmail, Drive, and Docs/Sheets/Slides, the Gemini side panel is now available in Google Chat if you’re a paid Workspace subscriber.
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Gemini Advanced gets updated 1.5 Pro model
Following the last upgrade at the start of October, Google has updated the Gemini 1.5 Pro model used by Gemini Advanced.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Messages testing RCS read receipts redesign [U]
Following the last redesign in early 2023, Google Messages is testing a new look for read receipts in RCS conversations.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle on why Pixel Weather doesn’t have Froggy
Pixel Weather has now widely rolled out to older devices, and this week’s Made by Google Podcast talks about the app’s design and why Froggy isn’t featured.
Expand Expanding CloseChromeOS 130 adds Recorder app, Studio-style mic, Help me read, docked PiP, more
ChromeOS 130 started rolling out on Tuesday, with Google’s changelog today confirming what’s new. Overall, this is a bigger release and delivers the second set of new Chromebook Plus features.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Search widget regains custom colors theme on Android
Back in August, the Google Search bar widget was updated with Dynamic Color, and it’s now bringing back “Custom” colors.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Maps getting Gemini search, review summaries, and Q&A
With over 2 billion monthly users, Google Maps is adding Gemini to power a trio of experiences that do seem quite useful on Android and iOS.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Maps adding weather disruption reporting & more detailed driving map
In addition to Gemini for search, summaries, and Q&A, Google Maps for Android and iOS are getting updates to improve the entire driving experience “from start to finish.”
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle app finally gets Material 3 bottom bar on Android
The vast majority of Google apps have updated their bottom bar to the latest Material 3 design. The Google (Search) app did that last year before reverting, and it’s now back.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Wallet for kids will be available in 2025 with Family Link
After debuting on the Fitbit Ace LTE, Google Wallet with tap-to-pay will be available next year for kids using Family Link-managed Android devices.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle widely rolling out Pixel Weather to Pixel 6-8a
As announced with the October 2024 (Feature) Drop two weeks ago, Pixel Weather is now available for the Pixel 6 and newer, including the Tablet.
Expand Expanding CloseNew Google Contacts Wear OS Tile rolls out on Pixel Watch
With the October Pixel Drop, the Pixel Watch got a pair of new features and the new Google Contacts Wear OS Tile is now available.
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