Google Testing New Launch Animation for Gemini Overlay with Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2
Google recently released Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2, featuring a new launch animation for its Gemini overlay along with other exciting updates. This latest beta version introduces significant changes aimed at enhancing user experience on Pixel devices.
The new launch animation for the Gemini overlay is among the key updates in Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2. This animation involves the screen shrinking to accommodate the overlay, providing a visually appealing transition effect. Additionally, Google is testing a redesigned Pixel Launcher search field with AI Mode in this update, offering users improved functionality and aesthetics.
Aside from the Gemini launch animation and Pixel Launcher updates, Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2 also includes features like ‘Live Updates’, notification grouping, and ‘Desktop Windowing’ for large screen devices. These enhancements contribute to a more streamlined and visually appealing user experience on Pixel devices.
Furthermore, Google’s continuous efforts to improve its apps, such as Gemini and Google Chat, showcase the company’s commitment to developing smarter and more intuitive companions for both work and play. With the introduction of a desktop mode to rival Samsung and other additions in Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2, Google is further solidifying its position as a leader in the tech industry.
