Google has begun the rollout of its Material 3 Expressive redesign for the Google Messages app, specifically targeting users on the beta channel. This redesign includes significant updates to the app’s homepage, chat interface, settings menu, and more, reflecting a modern design language that enhances user experience. Though Android 16 has not yet been released on the stable channel, Google has proactively updated several of its applications to align with the Material 3 Expressive style. Recent days have seen the introduction of redesigned UI elements across Gmail, Google Messages, and Google Photos for select users.
Now, the company is expanding the Google Messages redesign to a broader audience beta testing the app, revealing that these updates extend beyond just the chat interface. User feedback on platforms like Reddit and Telegram indicates that the Material 3 Design changes have begun to affect the homepage, search functionality, chat interface, New chat screen, and settings in the latest beta version. However, the rollout appears to be uneven, with some beta users experiencing the updated chat interface while others have only access to the redesigned settings menu. This staggered release may suggest that Google is testing these changes with a smaller group before a full-scale release.
Visually, the new design incorporates rounded borders on the homepage and pill-shaped buttons on the search screen, enhancing clarity and aesthetics. Similar rounded features are present in the chat interface, with larger buttons in the menu and updated emoji selections. Though these changes are currently exclusive to beta testers, the anticipation is building for a wider rollout in the near future. What are your thoughts on the new look of Google Messages?
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