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Google Wallet just got a visual refresh, trading features for a cleaner, more cohesive interface.
Google is giving Wallet a visual refresh, not just for the sake of aesthetics, but as part of a broader rollout of its newest design language, Material 3 Expressive. This latest evolution of Google’s design language, which rolled out with Android 16, focuses on clarity, accessibility, and visual coherence across the Android ecosystem.
So, what does that actually mean? Material 3 Expressive focuses on subtle but practical changes, think clearer toggle buttons, floating action buttons that actually stand out, and list items that look more like cards. It’s already made its way into apps like Gmail, Google Photos, and Chrome, and now it’s Wallet’s turn.
Image credit: Android Authority
Screenshots from Reddit and Android Authority show off a new look that’s slowly rolling out with the latest Google Play services update. Version 25.24.772650276 of the Wallet app, paired with Play services v25.25, brings a cleaner layout, clearer toggle switches, and more emphasis on visual contrast, especially noticeable if you use dark mode.
That said, these changes are more about polish than new functionality. You’re not getting a bunch of new features in Wallet, just a different coat of paint. For regular users, the shift might be barely noticeable unless you’re someone who pays attention to design systems.
This isn’t an isolated change. It’s part of the broader Android 16 visual refresh, a quiet but steady rollout touching nearly every major Google app. While these tweaks may feel minor at first glance, they’re a sign of Google trying to unify the Android experience without breaking anything in the process.
The broader goal seems to be streamlining the visual language across Android, even if it’s happening one app at a time. Whether this makes the experience better or just different depends on how you use your phone, but it’s part of a slow, steady shift in how Android looks and feels.
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