Google has introduced a major revamp to the Android experience with Material 3 Expressive, set to launch in Android 16.
Material 3 Expressive aims to enhance Android with new motion physics, color schemes, fonts, and interactive elements.
It will debut on Android phones first, likely starting with the upcoming Pixel smartphones and then expanding to Google's app ecosystem.
The new design language shares elements with Material You but features bolder animations, shapes, and colors.
Google conducted studies to make smartphone interactions quicker and easier with larger UI elements.
Future Android versions will feature more animations, haptic feedback, bolder colors, and improved typography for better user experience.
Material 3 Expressive brings changes to notification shade, quick settings, and allows additional controls to be pinned.
Advanced Protection in Android offers enhanced security features, optional for users handling sensitive data.
Gemini generative AI models are expanding to Android devices, including wearables, cars, and Google TV for voice-powered assistance and recommendations.
In partnership with Samsung, Google is bringing Gemini to Android XR for immersive tasks on virtual reality headsets and smart glasses.