Google app's Search Live UI receives colorful visual overhaul in beta update

8 articles · Updated · Android Authority · Apr 28

Beta version 17.18.22.sa.arm64 introduces a purplish-blue animation and color-shifting effects during spoken interactions, along with a refreshed home screen featuring new icons and labels.
The update does not alter functionality but enhances visual appeal, with the Search Live button now labeled 'Talk' and the image generation button replaced by a stylized 'Create' icon.
These visual changes, inspired by Gemini's recent refresh, are not yet live but are expected to roll out publicly soon, pending further development and testing.

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