Google is currently experimenting with a fresh interface for voice search within its app, which notably includes a revamped section for song identification reminiscent of Shazam. This redesign aligns closely with the company’s ongoing integration of artificial intelligence features, enhancing user experience through a more dynamic and visually appealing layout.
Details of the New Interface
As reported by a user on Telegram, the changes have begun to surface in the beta version 16.36.40.sa.arm64 of the Google app. Users can activate the voice search by tapping the microphone icon, which now leads to a screen displaying a “listening…” prompt, devoid of recent searches. Instead, it offers search suggestions beneath the prompt. When users opt to search for a song, they are greeted with an animated page that encourages them to play, sing, or hum the tune they have in mind.
The new design eliminates previous and suggested searches, introducing a main voice search screen that features a pulsing animation akin to what users experience in Google’s AI mode. The song search interface has also been enhanced, showcasing a more prominent “Play Sing Hum” message that captures attention effectively.
For those eager to experience this redesign firsthand, it’s important to note that the rollout appears to be server-side, meaning not all users will have immediate access, even if they have the latest app version installed. The previous interface may still be in place for many.
This is not the only update Google has been exploring in the realm of voice search. Recently, the Play Store also received a redesigned voice search interface, which bears a striking resemblance to the one currently being tested in the Google app. This suggests a potential trend toward a unified AI Mode interface across Google’s platforms.
