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Google Phone app gets an unexpected Android 16-inspired redesign (APK teardown)
AppWizard
February 3, 2025

Google Phone app gets an unexpected Android 16-inspired redesign (APK teardown)

Google is refining the Settings page for its Phone app in preparation for the segmented Settings menu design expected with Android 16. The update features a visually appealing layout with backgrounds for menu items organized under headers, enhancing visibility and usability. Rectangular sections for each menu item improve touch targets and overall user experience. This redesign was initially seen in the Android 15 Beta 3 update but was removed, only to be reinstated in the Android 15 QPR1 Beta 2 release, suggesting integration into Android 16. Screenshots show a light gray background in light theme and dark gray in dark mode, with support for dynamic theming based on user wallpaper. The redesign is not yet active in the current beta but is anticipated in future updates. Other Google applications may also receive similar enhancements as Android 16 approaches.
The latest Android 15 beta hints at more organized settings on the horizon
AppWizard
June 20, 2024

The latest Android 15 beta hints at more organized settings on the horizon

Google is preparing to update the Settings app in Android 15 with a new layout that organizes menu items into clearly defined sections. The revamped top-level settings page is not yet active, but mockups suggest it will make navigation smoother and more intuitive for users. The update is expected to be released alongside Google's next Pixel 9 series in October.
Google is preparing to make the Settings app in Android 15 more organized (APK teardown)
AppWizard
June 19, 2024

Google is preparing to make the Settings app in Android 15 more organized (APK teardown)

Google is planning to revamp the top-level settings page in Android 15 for better organization. The new layout will place similar menu items next to each other in visually distinct sections, making it easier for users to find what they are looking for. Other minor changes have also been made in Android 15 Beta 3, such as renaming certain settings entries and modifying descriptions.
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