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Android Authority
5 days ago
- Android Authority
Google adds new button to Discover that will save you some scrolling
Andy Walker / Android Authority TL;DR Google has added a new jump-to-top button in the Discover feed. It only appears when accessing Discover from the launcher, not inside the Google app. The button is available in the latest beta version and appears when you scroll up. Some people are content with endlessly scrolling through the Google Discover feed, but others are keen to get back to the latest updates at the top as fast as possible. Big tech will always oblige if it keeps you on the platform, and the latest beta version of the Google app ( now includes a jump-to-top button. We spotted that the new button is only available when you access Discover from the launcher by swiping right from the home screen. If you open it through the Google app itself, the shortcut doesn't appear. Even from the launcher, the button only appears as you start to scroll back up, so as not to intrude on those who are continuing down. You can see this in action in the video below. It's a minor UI tweak, but one that mirrors other apps and will be welcomed by most people. The button shows up consistently across our devices running the latest beta, so it seems to be rolling out widely. This comes hot on the heels of the revelation that Google is also testing bookmarks and AI summaries in the Discover feed. There's no word on whether the same jump to top button will be added to the Discover feed inside the Google app, but we'll keep an eye out. Got a tip? Talk to us! Email our staff at Email our staff at news@ . You can stay anonymous or get credit for the info, it's your choice.
Android Authority
7 days ago
- Android Authority
Google app's Saves and collections may finally get the visibility they deserve (APK teardown)
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google is simplifying how it stores and displays saves and collections inside its Android and iOS apps. It is currently testing a new interface with separate tabs for saves and collections. The new interface is evidently a work in progress and might change before it becomes a more permanent feature. The Google app on Android and iOS allows you to bookmark and organize important search results and links to revisit later, grouped under 'Saves and collections.' The feature is incredibly useful, but it remains cluttered, and Google previously attempted to improve its utility by adding a search functionality. Now, it is finally working to simplify the interface, which could allow the feature to receive the attention it deserves from users. Authority Insights story on Android Authority. Discover You're reading anstory on Android Authority. Discover Authority Insights for more exclusive reports, app teardowns, leaks, and in-depth tech coverage you won't find anywhere else. An APK teardown helps predict features that may arrive on a service in the future based on work-in-progress code. However, it is possible that such predicted features may not make it to a public release. Earlier this year, we spotted that Google was testing a new sharing method for collections. Now, we've noticed an additional change that may be coming to saves and collections, which primarily includes an entirely new interface. This new interface uses separate tabs to display your saves and collections, and we spotted it buried in version 16.28.59 beta of the Google app for Android. This change is significant since saves and collections currently have redundant interfaces. You can either access them by tapping Saves and collections from the menu under the profile picker or by tapping the Activity tab in the Google app, both of which show the saved links in two different styles. While accessing them through the overflow menu predominantly focuses on a clustered view, where bookmarks are grouped together based on category (the image on the left), viewing them through the Activity tab shows individual links with dedicated thumbnails for saves (the center image below) and a scrollable carousel. Method 1 to access Saves and collections in Google app Method 2 to access Saves and collections in Google app New interface with separate tabs for saves and collections This new interface is essentially still a work in progress, as my colleague AssembleDebug, who discovered it, was unable to view their saves or collections listed on the page. Additionally, the current interface redirected us to a webpage outside the Google app. When it's closer to completion, we can expect Google to integrate the interface directly into the app. Before that happens, we might also see some changes to this rudimentary interface, but will ensure communicating them to you. Got a tip? Talk to us! Email our staff at Email our staff at news@ . You can stay anonymous or get credit for the info, it's your choice.
Android Authority
21-07-2025
- Android Authority
Google is testing a cooler, darker design for Gemini Live's overlay (APK teardown)
Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Google is testing a visual refresh for Gemini Live's compact overlay in the latest app beta. The redesigned UI includes rounded corners, smaller icons, and a dark background. The corner widget has also been updated to be circular with a more vibrant waveform. Google isn't done refining the Gemini Live experience. Following last month's reveal of a more compact overlay interface, we've now uncovered some potential visual updates to that same UI. In our opinion, they make a big difference. Authority Insights story on Android Authority. Discover You're reading anstory on Android Authority. Discover Authority Insights for more exclusive reports, app teardowns, leaks, and in-depth tech coverage you won't find anywhere else. An APK teardown helps predict features that may arrive on a service in the future based on work-in-progress code. However, it is possible that such predicted features may not make it to a public release. Enabling a set of flags in version of the Google app beta allowed us to preview the cooler, more polished take on the compact Gemini Live overlay. Functionally, this is still the same compact bar UI that lets you start or manage Gemini Live conversations without opening the full-screen interface. It includes the same quick-access shortcuts for things like camera and file uploads. The difference you'll notice is the visual redesign, with slightly downsized icons, rounded corners, and a dark-mode-style background in keeping with the Gemini color scheme. The screenshots below show the changes. Old UI New UI The minimized floating widget has also been refreshed with the same palette, although it's not as much of a redesign from the old version. The two main differences you notice are that the widget is now circular rather than a square with rounded edges, and the white waveform on the dark background is a little more vibrant. You can compare the two below. Old UI New UI As with all APK teardowns, these changes may never make it to a public release. That said, the new Gemini Live overlay looks so much better that we'd be surprised not to see it roll out in a future beta. Got a tip? Talk to us! Email our staff at Email our staff at news@ . You can stay anonymous or get credit for the info, it's your choice.
Android Authority
23-06-2025
- Android Authority
Google app is now home to your Pinterest-like personalized image feed
Aamir Siddiqui / Android Authority TL;DR Google has started rolling out a new 'Images' tab in the latest beta version of the Google app. The Images tab lets users select interest categories, such as fashion or home decor, to build a tailored visual feed using publicly available search images, similar to platforms like Pinterest. The feature is currently limited to beta users for testing and feedback, with potential for wider rollout soon. We've previously spotted Google working on a Pinterest-like feed within the Google app that would show people images, seemingly inspiring them on topics like fashion, interior design, and more. The feature was a work-in-progress at the time, and we had to jump through hoops to give you the first look. Google is now closer to releasing the feature to the masses, as the Google app's Images tab has started rolling out to users. With Google app v16.23.71 beta, we can spot the new Images tab rolling out widely. When you launch the new Images tab in the Google app for the first time, you'll be asked to select at least three topics, like Fashion, Home Decor, Travel, etc. Selecting your interests will create your personalized image feed with publicly available images from Google Search. If you like an image, you long-press on it to share it, save it to your collection, or search it with Google Lens. You can also hide images from your feed. This feature is currently rolling out to beta users. Based on their feedback, Google will make tweaks and fix any bugs before deciding whether to release it to the public. Given the state of finish, we're optimistic about the feature rolling out to users in the stable branch soon. Got a tip? Talk to us! Email our staff at Email our staff at news@ . You can stay anonymous or get credit for the info, it's your choice.
Phone Arena
19-06-2025
- Phone Arena
Google Search is getting an upgrade that may change how you ask questions on your phone
Google is rolling out a new way to interact with Search on mobile, and it's designed to feel more like a conversation than a traditional query. The feature is called Search Live, and it's now available as part of the experimental AI Mode inside the Google app for iOS and Android. Search Live takes some inspiration from Gemini Live, Google's voice-based chat feature that allows for natural, back-and-forth conversations. In a similar way, Search Live lets users speak their questions out loud and continue the conversation with follow-up prompts, all without needing to retype or restart the interaction. To use it, you simply open the Google app, tap on the new Live icon, and start talking. According to Google, this setup is meant for situations where you're multitasking or need a more hands-free approach. For example, you might ask for directions, follow up with a question about a restaurant nearby, and then ask for the hours — all within the same conversation. Search Live also aims to balance voice interactions with helpful visual content. As you speak with the AI, you'll see links and results populate on the screen, giving you the option to explore deeper or tap into sources from across the web. At the moment, this feature is limited to users in the US who have opted into the AI Mode experiment through Google Labs. It's part of Google's broader push to make Search more conversational and proactive, using its AI capabilities to anticipate what users might need next. While Gemini remains Google's more general-purpose chatbot, Search Live appears to focus specifically on voice-based search and web results. It's not a replacement for Search as we know it, but it adds a new layer that might be more intuitive in certain scenarios, especially while walking, driving, or cooking. There's no word yet on when or if this feature will expand to more users globally. But its early arrival in the US suggests that Google is testing the waters to see how people engage with Search when voice becomes the main method of interaction. Whether this approach sticks long-term depends on user feedback and how well it integrates into everyday routines. I, for one, find that this could be very helpful with my daily searching — as I tend to do most of it from the Google homepage or search bar. However, for now, it's another sign that Google is serious about reshaping how we interact with AI, even in the most familiar places like Search. Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer
