I'm excited for Android 17 on my Google Pixel just because of this one major productivity feature

Android 17's secret weapon ...
Android Authority

Pixel's search bar is changing again, and it doesn't feel like an upgrade

Google is swapping the search UI on Pixel phones with a more generic one. It now uses the same search interface as on every other Android device. Google says the change enables quicker access to AI ...
Android Police

Pixel Launcher search bar gets a much-needed upgrade in Android 17 Beta 1

Rajesh started following the latest happenings in the world of Android around the release of the Nexus One and Samsung Galaxy S. After flashing custom ROMs and kernels on his beloved Galaxy S, he ...
Android Authority

Android 17 Beta 1 reveals a surprising secret about the Pixel Launcher search bar

The Pixel Launcher search bar in Android 17 Beta 1 is now the Google widget. Hidden settings discovered in the beta suggest users will eventually be able to select third-party search providers like ...
Android

Pixel Launcher to Get a Fresh Paint Job in Android 16 QPR2

Android 16 QPR2 gives the Pixel Launcher search bar a refreshed, more colorful look, with lighter shades in dark mode, more vibrant tones in light mode, and updated icons for better contrast. The ...
Android

Android 17 Beta 1 Restores a Fan-Favorite Pixel Search Bar Design

Google’s Android 17 Beta 1 introduces a refreshed Pixel Launcher search bar that ditches the thick Material You borders for a more translucent, minimalist look. The new design resembles an earlier ...

This powerful Android tool lets me search anything on my screen fast - here's how

I can tap, scribble, or circle anything on my Android phone to learn more in seconds. It even identifies songs.