Google Messages Receives Material 3 Expressive Makeover

Google Messages has undergone a modern makeover with the introduction of Material 3 Expressive design language. This new update brings a colorful, customizable, and bold look to the app, in line with Google's latest design approach. While still in beta, Android 16 has started rolling out the redesign to some apps, including Gmail and Photos, with Google Messages being the latest to receive the makeover. Thanks to the Material 3 Expressive treatment, the chat interface in Google Messages now boasts a refreshed and updated appearance. Users may need to look closely to notice the changes, but elements like the emoji menu, search bar placement, and overall aesthetic have been revamped to reflect the new design language.