Google is embarking on a transformative journey with its voice search feature on Android, introducing a fresh redesign that aims to enhance user experience. This update is accessible via the homescreen widget, including the Pixel Launcher, or through any Google Search bar within the app. When users initiate a query, they are greeted with a standard results page, while the response is delivered audibly, marking a significant evolution from the previous interface that featured a four-dot waveform.
Revamped Interface and Features
The new design showcases a centered ‘G’ gradient, flanked by a back button and a three-dot overflow menu that leads to Voice settings. Users can now customize their experience by selecting languages, toggling spoken results, and choosing from a variety of voices: Cosmo, Neso, Terra, or Cassini. Additionally, the dark theme has received a modern update, enhancing visual appeal.
The interface continues to communicate with users, displaying the prompt “Listening…” alongside a familiar face illustration. Below this, a four-color arc reminiscent of AI Mode and Search Live appears, with the transcribed query prominently displayed above it.
One of the standout features of this redesign is the larger “Search a song” button, which directs users to a dedicated song search interface. This new UI invites users to “Play, Sing, Hum,” replacing the former globe animation. A convenient shortcut to Song Search history is also located in the top-right corner, streamlining the user experience.
This rollout is currently in progress with version 17.1 (stable) and 17.2 (beta) of the Google app on Android, although it has not yet reached widespread availability. As anticipation builds, there is hope that Google will soon turn its attention to upgrading the text search interface as well.
