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AppWizard

December 11, 2024

Gemini website tweaks text field, adds model info to Android app

Google is refining the user interface of its Gemini platform, enhancing the web and Android app experiences. The text field on the Gemini website now mirrors the mobile app design, with the 'plus' or "Upload Image" icon repositioned to the far left. Advanced subscribers have access to options like Images, Files, Drive, and Code folder through this menu. The “Ask Gemini” feature follows the upload icon, and the microphone icon has been updated for a polished appearance. The pill-shaped text box has changed from a raised container to a thin outline. The Android app is introducing model identification features, displaying “Gemini Advanced” on the homepage and “1.5 Pro” in chat conversations. A “Saved info” option has also been added to the account menu, directing users to gemini.google.com/saved-info.

BetaBeacon

November 2, 2024

This Android feature quietly improved my daily routine

Grayscale makes the phone screen less visually appealing and reduces temptation to scroll endlessly before bed.

AppWizard

October 22, 2024

Find My Device on Android is finally adding a much-awaited login method

The Find My Device app has been updated to version 3.1.173-1, allowing users to log in using biometric authentication, such as facial recognition or fingerprint scanning, instead of entering a Google account password. The update removes the 'Don't ask again' option, requiring users to verify their identity each time they open the app to enhance security. Biometric login is enabled by default in this version. Additionally, the app is transitioning to a side panel layout for tablet users to improve map visibility, while retaining essential options from the previous design. The timeline for this tablet-friendly update is not specified.

AppWizard

September 6, 2024

Android Auto app design limits raise regulatory flags

Google has faced regulatory scrutiny in the European Union regarding its Android Auto application templates, which have been criticized for favoring its own navigation services over third-party apps. The Italian app JuicePass, designed for electric vehicle charging, encountered difficulties launching on Android Auto due to these restrictive templates, leading to legal challenges and a 2021 penalty against Google. The EU Court Advocate General has suggested that Google's practices may breach competition rules. Although Google has started to relax some restrictions on Android Auto apps, JuicePass remains unavailable, with Google initially citing security concerns for its absence.

AppWizard

September 1, 2024

The Google app on Android is testing a few different browser bottom bar layouts

Google is refining its mobile app with updates that include a redesign of the built-in browser. Three new bottom bar layouts have been identified: one with icons for adding favorites and sharing content, another with a central "insights" icon for additional webpage information, and a third that rearranges these icons. A "double-decker" design featuring a search bar is also being explored. Additionally, the app's home page is being revamped with an icon-based carousel UI, replacing text-based input options. These updates aim to enhance user experience and streamline interactions with web content.

AppWizard

July 31, 2024

The Twitch mobile app has a fresh new design

Twitch is launching a refreshed design for its mobile app to enhance user engagement. The new design features a home tab that serves as the primary landing page, showcasing live streams and clips, and includes a follow drawer and stories. The browse and search tabs have been merged into a single browse tab to simplify navigation, while the activity tab consolidates notifications and whispers. A new plus button has been added to the navigation bar for quick access to going live, posting stories, and navigating to the dashboard. Users are encouraged to check for updates as the new interface rolls out.

AppWizard

April 27, 2024

Top 10 Android App Development Companies in the US in 2024 | Más Colombia

- Android app development is a strategic move due to the dominance of Android apps in the mobile market. - A list of top Android app development firms in the USA for 2024 has been assembled. - Criteria for selecting premier Android app development firms in the USA include reviewing portfolios, client recommendations, skills, pricing, project management capabilities, team availability, and adherence to Non-Disclosure Agreements. - Top Android app development companies in the USA for 2024 include Hidden Brains, AppsDevPro, AppCrafters, CodeWizards, AppGenius Solutions, PixelPerfect Apps, TechTrends, AppWorks, CodeCraft, and AppMasters.

AppWizard

April 19, 2024

Google is testing a pretty strange change in the Google Phone app

Google is experimenting with removing the bottom bar in its Google Phone app in the beta version 128.0.625763929, introducing a new hamburger-style menu at the top left of the screen.