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Google is cramming another icon into the Pixel Launcher's search bar

Google is integrating a new AI Mode shortcut directly into the Pixel Launcher's prominent home screen search bar, making it a permanent fixture for many users. AI Mode, powered by a specialized Gemini ...
Android Authority

Google just changed the search bar on my Pixel home screen, and I hate it

One of my favorite things about Google’s Pixel phones is the persistent Google Search bar at the bottom of the home screen. It’s such a simple feature, but having that constant access to Google, and ...
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Google tests new Search bar to access AI Mode on Android

As AI Mode testing continues, Google is trialing a new way to launch the generative experience from the Search bar on Android. Since launch, you’ve been able to start a new AI Mode chat from the ...
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Google redesigning the Search bar widget on Android

Google is rolling out a redesign of the Search bar homescreen widget on Android that better emphasizes the optional shortcut. The previous design was a pill with the Google ‘G’ logo at the left. Next ...