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Google Voice app gains Material You tweaks on Android

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Google Voice app for Android is now getting Material You tweaks with the latest update. The redesigned Google Voice app features a tall Material You bottom bar, which employs pill-shaped indicators to note your current tab. Also, the floating action button has changed from a circle into a rounded square.

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In addition, the navigation drawer has been revamped with a rounded top and bottom corners along with a wider panel. The app’s update brings a pill-shaped “Search Google Voice” field at the top of the screen so you can get tasks done conveniently.

It’s noteworthy that the Material You-inspired Dynamic Color is applied across the Google Voice app’s user interface, ditching the current Gray-ish shade. Also, when you’re viewing a conversation, the status and app bars are not merged.

Besides this, the Voice app’s home screen widgets also flaunt new Dynamic Theming design language as background and modernized shapes, thanks to Material You. Last month, Google updated the Tasks app with Material You colors after a number of Workspace apps.

As per the information, the Google Voice application’s version 2023.03.20.518941070 comes with a redesigned user interface. You should soon be able to get it through the Google Play Store as the rollout has just begun and yet to be available widely.

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One UI 6.1’s AOD app update improves widgets and icon alignment

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Samsung has released a new update for its popular Always On Display (AOD)app, now at version 8.7.96.12 for Galaxy devices running One UI 6.1. This update addresses several issues and enhances the user experience.

Previously, users encountered an issue where widgets were not visible on the lock screen after entering or exiting Ultra Power Saving Mode. Thankfully, this issue has been resolved with the latest update, ensuring that widgets now appear correctly.

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In addition, some users noticed that carrier and notification icons overlapped in the status bar of the lock screen after rebooting. The new update fixes this issue for a cleaner and more organized display.

With the fresh update, the alignment issue of the date and notification icons that overlap in the Always On Display has been resolved. Users can expect a smoother and glitch-free AOD experience with these fixes. If you haven’t updated yet, visit the Galaxy Store and grab the latest version now.

Also, users can get the update directly from the third-party app source link mentioned here. Notably, the Samsung AOD update is available for One UI 6.1 Galaxy devices and could expand soon.

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WhatsApp Calling Screen gets a little makeover 

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WhatsApp is one of the most loved messaging applications that offers several features and functionalities, therefore, to offer user’s more precise experience, the Meta-based company is giving a little makeover to the app’s calling screen.

Yes, recent information suggests that WhatsApp is refining the interface of its calling screen for a better user experience. With this new enhancement, WhatsApp has replaced the back shortcut with a new minimize button, enhancing navigation during calls.

It also makes the feature more intuitive, as both the back button and the minimize button serve the same purpose of exiting the call screen. This modification addresses user concerns where tapping the back button was mistakenly perceived as ending the call.

However, by replacing the back shortcut with a more intuitive option, WhatsApp simplifies the user interaction process within the calling interface. In addition, WhatsApp also embeds top buttons within distinct shapes to contrast the calling screen’s background.

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Overall, by introducing the minimize button, WhatsApp diminishes confusion, providing users with a clear way to navigate away from the call screen without terminating the ongoing call. Consequently, the tweaked interface for the WhatsApp calling screen is currently available for some beta testers and will reach more users in the coming weeks.

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WhatsApp starts rolling out Favorite feature for Calls Tab 

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WhatsApp has been working on a new feature that lets users mark some contacts as favorites for an adequate and more precise experience. Therefore, after a long examination, WhatsApp has finally started rolling out the Favorite feature for the Calls Tab on Android.

The introduction of a dedicated section for favorites within the calls tab will help users save time and allow them to access the most important contacts and groups quickly. Notably, this feature aims to improve both convenience and accessibility.

Through this feature, users can initiate calls with a single tap, eliminating the need to search through their entire call log. This feature allows users to save valuable time, especially in urgent situations, and enhances user experience by providing personalized communication.

By offering the option to designate favorite contacts, WhatsApp also lets users personalize their calling interface, introducing a separate section for prioritizing their most significant contacts and groups within the calls tab.

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To be mentioned, users can access a new option to choose favorites from their contacts and groups list in the call section only, and after choosing favorites, they will be promptly visible within the calls tab, making it faster to place calls.

However, the favorite feature for the calls tab is currently only available to some beta testers who install the 2.24.7.18 version update of WhatsApp and it will reach more users in the coming weeks.

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