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Google could undo one of the most annoying recent changes to the Phone app
Confirmed
In Short: Google is reportedly working on UI changes that could bring back tabs removed in a recent update to the Phone app, according to Android Authority.
The latest beta version of the Phone app (v240.0.986973448) includes new UI changes that Google is testing for the bottom navigation bar.
Among the changes introduced with the Material 3 Expressive makeover, some features have been unpopular with users.
Currently, the Phone app only has two tabs in its navigation bar: Home and Keypad, with Contacts hidden in the sidebar.
Users have found this arrangement inconvenient, as it limits quick access to frequently used features.
Google's potential restoration of additional tabs could address user complaints and improve the app's usability.
The changes are still in the beta phase, so it's unclear when or if they will be rolled out to the general public.
This problem is common during calls, especially when holding the phone in one hand.
The focus on user experience improvements aligns with Google's ongoing efforts to enhance its mobile applications.
The company has not officially commented on the changes or provided a timeline for their implementation.
What this adds
The specific tabs that may be restored are not detailed in the current reports.
It remains to be seen whether the changes will be limited to the beta version or rolled out to all users.
What's confirmed
- The latest beta version of the Phone app (v240.0.986973448) includes new UI changes that Google is testing for the bottom navigation bar.
- Among the changes introduced with the Material 3 Expressive makeover, some features have been unpopular with users.
- Currently, the Phone app only has two tabs in its navigation bar: Home and Keypad, with Contacts hidden in the sidebar.
- Users have found this arrangement inconvenient, as it limits quick access to frequently used features.
- Google's potential restoration of additional tabs could address user complaints and improve the app's usability.
- The changes are still in the beta phase, so it's unclear when or if they will be rolled out to the general public.
- This problem is common during calls, especially when holding the phone in one hand.
- The focus on user experience improvements aligns with Google's ongoing efforts to enhance its mobile applications.
- The company has not officially commented on the changes or provided a timeline for their implementation.
What's still developing
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