If you’ve wanted to check out The Paper or any other new NBC show on Peacock, you can do so now while spending less thanks to this hack. Walmart, believe it or not, comes into play here: the retailer is offering Walmart+ subscriptions for half off right now, bringing the cost down to $49 for your first year. Thanks to a streaming benefit for subscribers, you can then sign up for Peacock at no extra cost.

Walmart+ subscribers are able to choose between a Peacock Premium or a Paramount+ Essential subscription. Considering Peacock premium would run you $110 for the year on its own, signing up for Walmart+ while this discount is available gets you access to the streaming service for less than half the normal cost.

Walmart

A Walmart+ subscription is 50 percent off for new subscribers.

$49 at Walmart

Just about every major streaming service has raised its prices in the last year, including HBO Max, Disney+, Netflix, Apple TV and YouTube TV, so saving some money on one of them just might be worth the effort. Cord cutting is not nearly as affordable as it used to be, so finding a deal like this is pretty helpful.

Walmart+ itself offers myriad additional benefits like early access to Black Friday deals, free shipping on orders over $35, discounts on gas, free online veterinary care and more. Earlier this year, Walmart+ subscribers got first dibs on the Nintendo Switch 2 at the retailer. You can also use that free shipping to take advantage of Walmart’s drone delivery program in a handful of select cities.

As announced last month, Google Fi Wireless is now rolling out AI-enhanced audio on Android and iOS.

While Google Fi just gained HD and HD+ calling, AI-enhanced audio comes into play when you’re talking to someone on a landline or “older device.” Google AI is leveraged to filter out distracting background noise and clarify speech on both ends.

The goal is “more natural-sounding conversations.” For example:

AI-enhanced audio is available on iOS and Android 11+. It’s enabled by default, and you can turn it off from the Google Fi app. Select your account (if you’re in a group) and scroll down to Phone settings for “Call quality” above Wi-Fi calling. 

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On Android, the Phone by Google calling screen will note “AI-enhanced by Google Fi” when active. Additionally, a silent alert in the notification shade explains how there’s “AI-enhanced audio on this call” with a brief explanation and link to settings. 

Setting changes take effect on the next call. On the privacy front: “This feature processes audio on Google servers to enhance your call quality. Learn more about Google’s Privacy Policy.”

We’re seeing this live with version 146 (on Android) of the Google Fi app.

Productivity setups are a personal thing. Some people swear by to-do lists and apps, some people like scheduling and planners. For those in the latter camp, Google has made a minor but valuable addition to the Workspace suite. Going forward, you’ll be able to block off segments of time in Google Calendar for working on specific tasks. You can add descriptions and set your preferences for that task in regard to do not disturb and visibility settings. It’s a nice step up from scheduling meetings with yourself when you have to focus on a particular assignment (which several of us at Engadget have been known to do).

This option began appearing for Google’s Rapid Release domains earlier in November, while standard release domains will see a gradual release beginning December 1. Once it’s fully rolled out, it will be available by default, whether you’re a Google Workspaces customer or just using a personal Google account.

The monthly “Google System Release Notes” primarily detail what’s new in Play services, Play Store, and Play system update across Android phones/tablets, Wear OS, Google/Android TV, Auto, and PC. Some features apply to end users, while others are aimed at developers.

The following first-party apps comprise the “Google System”:

A feature appearing in the changelog does not mean it’s widely available. Some capabilities take months to fully launch.

Google Play services v25.45 (2025-11-17)

Account Management

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• [Phone] Bug fixes for Account Management related services.
• [Phone] New developer features for Google and third party app developers to support Account Management related processes in their apps.

Health & Fitness

• [Phone] New developer features for Google and third party app developers to support Health & Fitness related processes in their apps.

Utilities

• [Phone] Adding Union Pay card scheme to payments autofill.

Wallet

• [Phone, Wear] You can now access Google Wallet in more countries.
• [Phone] This update allows users to report Wallet transactions linked to the wrong merchant.
• [Phone] This update adds a country dropdown for user-created passes.
• [PC, Phone] Bug fixes for Wallet related services.

Google Play Store v48.9 (2025-11-17)

• [Phone] You can now view upcoming sports events for select apps directly on the details page.
• [Phone] You can now ask the community questions and share advice about the games you play.

Google Play services v25.44 (2025-11-10)

Account Management

• [Phone] You now get a clear information before you block Gemini app through Parental Controls.

Developer Services

• [Auto, Phone, TV, Wear] New developer features for Google and third party app developers to support Maps related processes in their apps.

Safety & Emergency

• [Phone] With this update, you’ll now get an integrated live video experience when you make emergency calls.

Security & Privacy

• [Auto, Phone, TV] You can now back up and restore SMS retriever preferences on Android.

System Management

• [Auto, PC, Phone, TV, Wear] Updates to system management services that improve Stability.

Wallet

• [Phone] The Cards QR feature is no longer available in the Brazil region.

Google Play Store v48.8 (2025-11-10)

• [Phone] With this update, users can uninstall apps from the Play Store listing on their phone without using the device.
• [Phone] You can view all active subscriptions and Play Points earned this year in the Subscription center.

Android TV Core Services v7.2.3 (2025-11-03)

• Introducing account capabilities for Backdrop and updating SDK version to 36.

Google Play services v25.43 (2025-11-03)

Account Management

• [Phone] You’ll now get an improved Parent-managed contacts and School Time features for easier supervision.
• [Phone] You’ll get an improved Storage section of Google Settings.

Developer Services

• [PC, Phone] Supports customizing a camera for scanning images.

System Management

• [Auto, PC, Phone, TV, Wear] Updates to system management services that improve Stability.

Utilities

• [Auto, Phone] With this update, Android Autofill now supports CVV storage and retrieval.

Wallet

• [Phone] Pix payment is now available for GBoard users.

Black Friday has become the time to buy the hottest tech of the year. Whether you’re shopping for yourself or stocking up on gifts for the holidays, Black Friday deals next week are sure to bring the best prices of the year to things like headphones, game consoles, robot vacuums, phone accessories and everything in between. You don’t even have to wait until Black Friday proper to save a ton of money. Over the past few years, we’ve seen Black Friday tech deals start earlier and earlier — to the point where the entire month of November is packed with discounts.

If you’re on the hunt for solid tech deals, Engadget has you covered. We’ve collected the best Black Friday deals on tech you can get right now, and we’ll continue to update this post as we get closer to the big day at the end of November. Note that you probably have the best chance of snagging record-low prices when we get to about one week before Thanksgiving, but these deals available now are worth considering.

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Black Friday deals: Engadget’s top picks

Apple AirPods 4 for $85 (34 percent off): These are the most affordable AirPods you can get, and the latest model has been substantially improved over the previous. They have a better fit and noticeably better sound quality than their predecessor, plus some advanced features previously only found on pricer models.

Apple AirTags (four pack) for $65 (34 percent off): iPhone users who frequently misplace things should invest in a few AirTags. Slip them into your wallet, bag, jacket and other belongings to keep track of their locations in the Find My app. Just make sure that, if you’re going to attach one to your keys, you also pick up an AirTag holder to go along with it.

LEGO Star Wars Millennium Falcon A New Hope 25th Anniversary Collectable 75375 for $68 (20 percent off): This is a set that any Star Wars fan will love to build and then love to display once it’s complete. The 921-piece set features a fully-detailed Millennium Falcone, buildable stand and nameplate. It’s one of many Lego Black Friday deals you can get right now.

Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones for $248 ($158 off): While the new XM6 headphones have replaced these as Sony’s flagship cans, that doesn’t mean the XM5 aren’t worth buying. They were our top pick for the best wireless headphones for years before the XM6 came around, and they still have excellent ANC, great sound quality, long battery life, a comfortable fit and handy extra features like multipoint connectivity.

Bose QuietComfort headphones for $170 (51 percent off): These noise-cancelling headphones have a comfortable (albeit a bit boring) design, an “Aware” mode that lets you hear more of your surroundings when you need to and up to 24 hours of battery life.

Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World bundle for $499: Black Friday Nintendo sales were announced recently and, unsurprisingly, there won’t be many true deals out there this year. There are no straight discounts on the Switch 2 console, so your best bet is to pick up a bundle that saves you some cash on a Switch 2 game. One of the best is the Mario Kart Wold bundle, but Pokémon fans should consider the Pokémon Legends: Z-A bundle, too.

Black Friday deals under $50

Blink Mini 2 (2 pack) for $28 (60 percent off): if you want to keep an eye on your home when you’re away, it’ll be hard to find a security camera as convenient and as affordable as a Blink Mini 2. Yes, the company just came out the with 2K+ version, but that will be overkill for most people. The Blink Mini 2 gets the job done by recording 1080p video, sending you motion alerts and supporting two-way talk in case you want to chat with your pets while you’re out. Note that these are wired cameras, so they’re more conveniently used indoors — unless you pick up the necessary weather-resistant adapter for outdoor use.

Philips fabric shaver for $13 (32 percent off): Consider this the Black Friday tech deal you didn’t know you needed. If you have shirts, sweaters, pants, even blankets that have pilled over time, this handy little fabric shaver can get them looking more like new again. I bought this on a whim after wishing I could refresh some of my most-loved wardrobe staples without spending hours pulling pills off myself. Philips’ fabric shaver has delivered and then some, and my clothes look much fresher than before.

Jisulife Life 7 handheld fan for $25 (14 percent off): This handy little fan is a must-have if you life in a warm climate or have a tropical vacation planned anytime soon. It can be used as a table or handheld fan and even be worn around the neck so you don’t have to hold it at all. Its 5,000 mAh battery allows it to last hours on a single charge, and the small display in the middle of the fan’s blades show its remaining battery level.

Leebin 2025 electric spin scrubber for $40 (43 percent off, Prime exclusive): This weird little scrubber makes cleaning my bathroom and shower much less of a pain. Just choose the brush head you need for your job and the rotating head takes care of most of the hard work. I love the adjustable handle, which extends from 12 to 50 inches so you can get into hard-to-reach places without breaking a sweat.

Ring Video Doorbell for $50 (50 percent off): This is the most affordable Ring doorbell and it includes a battery that’s rechargeable via USB-C. Once installed, it will send you alerts when motion is detected near your door, and you can use the Live View and two-way talk features to interact with visitors without opening your door.

Monarch Money budgeting app (one year) for $50 (50 percent off with code MONARCHVIP): One of our favorite budgeting apps, Monarch Money gives you a lot of control over the organization of your funds. There’s a helpful goals feature for when you’re planning out big purchases or financial milestones you want to hit, and we found the month-in-review recap it provides to be more thorough than other budgeting apps we tried. There’s even Zillow integration for folks looking to buy a home.

Black Friday Apple deals

Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, M4) for $749 ($250 off): Our top pick for the best laptop you can get, the M4 MacBook Air will be plenty of power for most people in a convenient, premium package. It’s thin and light as ever, with an excellent keyboard and trackpad, plus enough battery life to get you through a whole day of work, video calls and more.

Apple Watch SE 3 for $200 ($50 off): The SE has been our top pick for the best Apple Watch for those on a budget, and the latest model only solidifies that further. It has the same chipset found in the latest flagship Apple Watches, fast-charging capabilities, an always-on display and most of the same activity-tracking features you’ll find in more expensive model.

Apple Mac Mini M4 for $499 ($100 off): Desktop users looking for an upgrade should consider the latest Mac Mini, which runs on the M4 chip and 16GB of RAM as standard in the base configuration. This version has a smaller design that takes up less space, front-facing USB-C ports and a headphone jack, plus Thunderbolt 5 support.

Black Friday smart home and kitchen deals

iRobot Roomba 104 Vac Robot Vacuum for $150 (40 percent off): This is an updated version of our favorite budget robot vacuum and it will make an excellent choice for anyone who has never used one of these devices before, or a gift for a new homeowner. Not only is the iRobot mobile app super easy to use, but this machine has strong suction power and good battery life, plus it will automatically return to its docking station when it needs a power-up.

Ninja Dual-Zone air fryer (10-quart) for $180 (22 percent off): If you cook for large crowds on Thanksgiving and other occasions, this is the air fryer to get. Not only is it a large, 10-quart capacity model, but it also has two separate cooking areas. You can crisp up potatoes on one side and brussel sprouts on the other with no issues. Use the Smart Finish feature to cook two separate foods in different ways and have them both be done at the same time, or Match Cook to copy the cooking method in both chambers.

Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro for $300 ($100 off): One of the most versatile air fryers out there, this Breville machine not only air fries, but also bakes, roasts, toasts, dehydrates, reheats and more. It also has a large capacity that can cook a 14-pound turkey or a tray of muffins with ease.

Dyson 360 Vis Nav robot vacuum for $400 ($600 off): This is one of the best robot vacuums you can get, period. It doesn’t have a self-emptying base, but its superior suction power almost makes up for that. It’s one of the strongest robot vacuums I’ve ever tested, and it has excellent obstacle avoidance. The latter means you will rarely, if ever, have to attend to it getting caught on the edge of a carpet or getting stuck under a piece of furniture. If a cordless stick vacuum is what you’re looking for, don’t forget to check out all of the other Dyson Black Friday deals.

Samsung 65-inch Frame Pro smart TV for $1,598 (24 percent off): The latest version of Samsung’s art TV, the Frame Pro lets you show artwork on the screen when you’re not watching a sports game or binge-watching your favorite show. It supports 4K content, VRR gaming at up to 4K 144Hz and runs on Samsung’s NQ4 AI Gen3 processor. Also available at Best Buy.

EcoFlow Black Friday deals — get up to 80 percent off: Portable power stations are an investment, but they can be crucial pieces of tech during emergencies. The top pick from our friends at Yahoo Tech has been heavily discounted in this early Black Friday sale. You can pick up the EcoFlow Delta Pro 3 for $1,400 off, down to $2,299, or the power station with an extra battery bundled in for $2,699 off, down to $3,599.

More Black Friday tech deals

Anker Laptop Power Bank (25K, 100W) for $92 (32 percent off): A top pick in our guide to the best power banks, this Anker brick is kind of a one-and-done device. It has enough capacity to charge all sorts of devices from smartphones to laptops to handheld gaming consoles, and it has two built-in USB-C cables so you don’t even have to remember to bring your own to use it. Also available at Anker.

SanDisk microSD Express card (256GB) for $60 (12 percent off): If you have a Switch 2, no regular microSD card will do if you want to expand the console’s storage. You need a newer microSD Express card, and currently there are only a handful on the market. We did some testing to find the best microSD Express card for the Switch 2 and found that performance was, in general, very similar amongst all the readily available cards. We recommend getting whichever fits within your budget at the capacity you want.

Meta Quest 3S VR headset for $250 ($50 off): We consider this to be the best VR headset for newbies or those on a budget. It’s comfortable to wear for long sessions, has solid performance, comes with excellent controllers and you’ll have access to a large app library with it.

GoPro Hero 13 Black Extended Power Bundle for $349 ($150 off): This bundle gives you our favorite action cam plus three Enduro batteries, a dual battery charger, one adhesive mount, a 64GB SanDisk microSD card, two USB-C cables and more. It makes a great all-in-one gift for the budding videographer or aspiring influencer in your life, or a solid addition to your own camera kit. Also available at GoPro.

Black Friday FAQs

When is Black Friday 2025?

Black Friday 2025 lands on November 28.

Which stores have Black Friday deals?

Many physical retail stores have Black Friday deals including Walmart, Target, Best Buy and others. Even more retailers have online Black Friday deals, including Amazon, GameStop, Costco and others.

When do Black Friday sales start?

Gone are the times when Black Friday sales were one-day-only affairs. Now, Black Friday deals are often available starting on Thanksgiving, or even earlier. Last year, we saw Black Friday deals online begin the week before Black Friday proper.

When do Black Friday sales end?

Black Friday and Cyber Monday have blended a lot over the past few years. Now, you can expect to see a good portion of Black Friday deals extend through the weekend and into Cyber Monday. It’s not uncommon for Black Friday deals to expire at the end of Cyber Monday.

Which retailers have the best Black Friday tech deals?

The best Black Friday tech deals are typically available online at retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy and Target. It’s also a good idea to check the store websites of the companies that make the products you want — for example, if you’re looking for a Sonos speaker, check the Sonos website on Black Friday. Most of the time, you’ll find the best Black Friday tech deals are matched at multiple retailers.

Does Apple have Black Friday sales?

No, you will usually not find Black Friday sales at Apple stores or on Apple’s website. However, you can find Black Friday deals on Apple devices elsewhere; we recommend checking Amazon, Best Buy and other big retailers for discounts on iPads, Apple Watches and more on Black Friday.

Does Amazon have Black Friday sales?

Yes, Amazon has Black Friday sales. The online retailer’s site will look similar to Prime Day on Black Friday, with discounts on all sorts of items from household essentials to fashion to tech.

Google announced its new design language in May. Material 3 Expressive redesigns have been rolling out to Google apps since then, but the Pixel 10 and Android 16 QPR1 launch really kicked things off. Here’s our list of what’s available and still to come on Android phones.

Updated 11/17: Most Google apps now have M3 Expressive.

Recent launches

[New] Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides II

Following the editor in August, the homepages of Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides now have Material 3 Expressive. There’s the search app bar and large FAB, which is the only component themed with Dynamic Color today.

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[New] Fitbit

The Fitbit app launching next year brings a complete Material 3 Expressive redesign. This includes the contained loading indicator, various M3 Expressive shapes, and the floating toolbar on metric pages.

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Digital Wellbeing

Just the main page for this “app” (within Settings) has been updated with M3 Expressive. Besides containers, the donut graph is thicker. This is rolling out with beta version 1.30.x.

Files by Google

There’s an animated Material 3 carousel on the homepage with a pill-shaped toolbar for Quick Share and document scanning, while a navigation rail is now leveraged. When opening an image, there’s a toolbar for editing and Circle to Search. List views have larger previews at the left.

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Find Hub

There’s a shorter bottom bar, while the sheet features more prominently rounded corners. One nice usability is how device pins are now larger.

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Gmail

Your list of emails and the actual message are placed in a container, while there’s a prominent pill-shaped animation when using the swipe gestures. Meanwhile, a search app bar sees the hamburger button and profile menu move out of the pill-shaped field.

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Google Calculator

Version 9.0 hides the row of scientific functions, while there’s now a history button (but the slide down gesture remains).

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Google Calendar

Time slots (hours and days) are placed in their own rounded container throughout the app’s various views (Day, Week, Month). This replaces the faint lines used previously, while there’s now a solid background layer in the primary Dynamic Color. More

Additionally, a FAB menu is now leveraged for Event, Task, Out of office, and Birthday creation.

Widgets will get a pill-shaped button in the top-right corner, while most views drop the two-column layout.

Google Chat

Like Gmail, Google Chat makes use of a chat app bar and places the list of messages in a container. The floating toolbar leverages a pill to highlight what tab you’re currently viewing, while the chat interface places the ‘plus’ menu in a vertical pill.

Google Chrome

Circular containers are used for the top row of actions in the three-dot overflow menu. In the Tab Grid, the ‘new tab’ button and standard/Incognito/Groups switcher are placed in containers.

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Google Clock

Version 8.1 is rolling out with a shorter bottom bar and a new font, while it’s now a rounded square FAB at the right.

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Google Contacts

This straightforward redesign places everything in containers, while the bottom bar is now shorter. There are also color tweaks to the app’s background.

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Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides

The updates in these three apps specifically apply to the editor interface with the new Material 3 Expressive progress indicator when waiting for documents to load. Pill-shaped buttons are used throughout, while the Format sheet is thoroughly modernized, including with the split button component.

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Google Drive

This redesign gets a search app bar, short bottom bar, FAB menu, and button groups, while each line item is placed in a container.

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The camera scanner is getting a redesigned editor that leverages Material 3 Expressive.

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Google Home

The redesigned Google Home app features some Material 3 Expressive components like morphing buttons when you swipe between the Home feed’s top tabs and in the Automations creator. The “Ask Home” field is similar in function to a search app bar, while the glow that appears on app launch is certainly delightful. That said, it’s still a tall bottom bar.

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Google Keep

Google Keep makes use of the new M3 Expressive search app bar component that moves the hamburger button and profile switcher outside of the search bar, which is now thicker. The other main update is on the notes page with all buttons (Archive, ‘plus’ menu, overflow, etc.) placed in containers.

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Google Maps

Listings in Google Maps now make use of M3 Expressive containers to better group information. Additionally, the actions carousel more consistently appears at the bottom of your screen.

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Google Meet

Google Meet is the first app to have widely rolled out a Material 3 Expressive redesign. On the homepage, each call is placed in a large/tall card as part of M3E’s heavy use of containers.

The pre-call screen sees more M3 Expressive with very large voice and video call buttons that seem out of proportion. The name, picture, and email address of who you’re calling is placed in a pill and centered at the top. Various buttons go from circles to rounded squares.

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Google Messages

The list of conversations and message thread itself is now placed in containers. Google has also redesigned the ‘plus’ menu with all the buttons placed in pills. Other parts of the app getting Material 3 Expressive include New chat, Search, and Settings.

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Google One

The app switches to a shorter bottom bar, while the cards (and Settings) are placed in more prominent containers. Meanwhile, Google One has removed its infographics for a denser app.

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Google Password Manager

There’s a new search app bar with the Password Manager in the top-left corner. Filters for All, Passwords, Passkeys, and Network devices make a nice functionality update, while credentials are placed in containers.

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Google Photos

A new backup indicator at the top of the app replaces “Google Photos.” On launch, you briefly get a logo that animates into “Backup complete.” You can drag down (pull-to-refresh) to see cycling Material 3 Expressive shapes on a background layer that also notes how much you have stored in the cloud. When something is backing up, there’s a wavy progress indicator.

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Google TV

The Google TV app has a short bottom bar with a white accent color that is also used in three of the four tabs for the search pill. In the For you tab, that button is themed based on the media carousel.

Meanwhile, the remote gets updated button shapes. There’s also a morphing split button at the top for the device menu.

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Google Wallet

In the top-left corner, “Wallet” has been replaced by the app logo, while there’s now a large FAB (floating action button) for Add to Wallet. Containers are leveraged throughout the app for Settings and Recent activity.

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The NFC tap-to-pay animation also gets M3 Expressive. The background is now translucent with your card jumping up and down as part of a more animated success animation. Additionally, Google has a new overlay on newer Pixel phones with the double-tap power button gesture.

My Pixel

The Pixel Tips app is now called “My Pixel” and gets a complete overhaul that adds support options and a full Google Store.

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Phone by Google

Compared to other apps, Phone by Google is using Material 3 Expressive as an opportunity for a complete overhaul. The bottom bar goes from four tabs to three with Favorites and Recents becoming “Home.” There’s a new “Keypad” tab that replaces the FAB, while “Voicemail” is unchanged. Contacts can now be found in a navigation drawer. All calls and lists (including Settings) make use of containers.

The Incoming and In-Call screens feature updated buttons with larger touch targets. You can pick between Horizontal swipe or Single tap.

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Pixel Buds

The big update is to the Equalizer and how you customize Bud gestures.

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Pixel Camera

The Camera redesign sees various button shape tweaks that help emphasize what’s currently selected. The Settings panel is shorter, while the main list benefits from Material 3 Expressive containers and a general reorganization.

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Pixel Recorder

This Material 3 Expressive redesign aims to greatly simplify Recorder. For example, there’s an overflow sheet for the vast majority of actions on the recording page. The capture interface has also been simplified.

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Pixel Screenshots

There’s now a rounded square FAB and other M3 Expressive tweaks.

Pixel Studio

Besides dropping the “preview” status, Pixel Studio 2.0 introduces a new image editor that replaces Markup in most instances. Featuring a Material 3 Expressive design, crop, draw/highlight, and caption are joined by generative AI tools. You can make stickers, erase, and change a selected part using prompts.

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Pixel VIPs

Pill-shaped containers replace the circular buttons.

Pixel Watch

With the launch of the Pixel Watch 4, the companion app gets a new icon and more Material 3 Expressive. The initial redesign just applied to the homepage, with a second wave updating all menus with containers for improved visual separation.

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Pixel Weather

The Pixel Weather homepage expands the size of the city cards. You go from being able to see 10 locations to just six, but the high and low is now included. There are minor tweaks in the city view, with the big update being native homescreen widgets.

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Quick Share

The new fullscreen Quick Share experience takes full advantage of Material 3 Expressive.

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