Android 17's leaked UI looks great — and is a huge mistake

A new Android 17 leak shows that Google is cozying up to more Apple inspirations, and as an Android/Pixel fan, I'm worried.
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New Material 3 components include Floating App Bar, FAB menu, more [Gallery]

Google is working on the latest set of Material 3 components, including a Floating App Bar and FAB menu. Keep in mind that Google has yet to announce these components, so they’re still a ...
Android Authority

Files by Google is also getting a fresh coat of Material 3 Expressive (APK teardown)

Google is testing Material 3 Expressive components in a beta version of its Files app. Changes include centrally placed, redesigned floating buttons, larger thumbnails, and a new progress bar design.
Ars Technica

Google accidentally reveals Android’s Material 3 Expressive interface ahead of I/O

Google’s accelerated Android release cycle will soon deliver a new version of the software, and it might look quite different from what you’d expect. Amid rumors of a major UI overhaul, Google seems ...
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Google Phone app gets short Material 3 Expressive bottom bar

Phone by Google is now fully compliant with Material 3 Expressive after shrinking its bottom bar. While the app was updated with M3 Expressive last year, it retained a tall bottom bar for Home, Keypad ...