In May, Google introduced its new design language, Material 3 Expressive, which is being implemented across various applications following the launch of the Pixel 10 and Android 16 QPR1.
Rolling out:
- Gmail II: New layout with messages in containers and subtle borders.
- Google Chrome: Segmented Material 3 progress indicator, circular containers for actions in the overflow menu, new tab button and switcher in Tab Grid, and thematically colored Tab Group cards.
- Google Wallet: App logo change, thicker cards for passes, containers on various pages, enhanced NFC tap-to-pay animation, and new overlay for Pixel users activated by double-tap of the power button.
Recent launches:
- Google Drive II: Edge-to-edge aesthetic with no main list view container.
- Quick Share: Fullscreen experience embracing Material 3 Expressive.
- Google Maps: Listings use M3 Expressive containers and actions carousel at the bottom.
Fully launched (in alphabetical order):
- Digital Wellbeing: Main page refreshed with M3 Expressive elements and thicker donut graphs.
- Files by Google: Animated Material 3 carousel on the homepage, pill-shaped toolbar for Quick Share and document scanning, revamped navigation rail, and dedicated toolbar for image editing.
- Gmail: Structured layout for email list and messages, swipe gestures trigger pill-shaped animation, redesigned search app bar.
- Google Calendar: Time slots in rounded containers, solid background layer for visibility, and FAB menu for creating various items.
- Google Meet: Large cards for calls on the homepage, oversized buttons for voice and video calls, and user information in a pill shape.
- Google Messages: Organized conversation list and message threads in containers, redesigned 'plus' menu with pill-shaped buttons.
These updates aim to provide a more cohesive and visually appealing experience across Google's applications.