Google's 'G' logo gets a gradient refresh after nearly a decade

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years.TechSpot means tech analysis and advice you can trust TL;DR: After nearly a decade, Google is giving its iconic "G" logo a fresh new look. The company has quietly rolled out an updated version of the logo, replacing the four solid color sections with a smooth, continuous gradient that flows from red to yellow to green to blue. The last time we wrote about a Google logo update was back in September 1, 2015. That change was more radical, shifting from serif lettering to the current logo, which feels a bit more modern and informal. That's when Google last revamped its branding, introducing the Product Sans typeface and debuting the four-color circular "G" we've all come to recognize. At the time, Google was also undergoing broader changes – its parent company, Alphabet, had just turned a month old. The logo change appears to be limited to the 'G' icon used on mobile devices and the Google app. The update is already visible in the Google Searc ... Read full article.