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Gemini for Wear OS could also be getting a glow-up soon

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Why This Matters

Google is preparing a visual overhaul for Gemini on Wear OS, including a glow animation and updated weather icons, as part of the upcoming App UX 2.0 refresh. These enhancements aim to create a more vibrant and engaging user experience, potentially debuting at Google I/O. The updates reflect Google's focus on refining its wearable interface to better compete in the evolving smartwatch market.

Key Takeaways

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TL;DR Google has been preparing for a “Gemini App UX 2.0” refresh that introduces a more vibrant look and animated gradient backgrounds.

A new retail demo video reveals a new glow animation and updated weather icons specifically for Gemini on Wear OS.

These features are not yet available and may be officially announced later, potentially at Google I/O.

Google has big plans for Gemini’s upcoming App UX 2.0 refresh. We’ve already spotted a more vibrant look and animated gradient backgrounds for Gemini on mobile. Some of the visual refresh could spill onto Gemini on other platforms, as we’ve now spotted a new glow animation and new weather icons for Gemini on Wear OS.

Gemini app v1.31.56.902760379 includes a new retail demo video featuring a new glow animation for Gemini and new icons for the weather cards. Here’s what they look like:

Here’s the full demo video showing off Gemini features:

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For reference, here is the older/current Gemini glow animation on Wear OS:

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