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Google Transforms Android Volume Slider for Sleeker Design

1/14/2025

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Google is revamping the volume slider and panel UI in Android 16, transitioning from bulky, pill-shaped sliders to sleek, continuous designs with unique handles. Unveiled in Developer Preview 2, these updates reflect the principles of Material Design 3, though they may evolve before the stable release slated for Q2 2025.

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Story summary

Google is revamping the volume slider and panel UI in Android 16, transitioning from bulky, pill-shaped sliders to sleek, continuous designs with unique handles. Unveiled in Developer Preview 2, these updates reflect the principles of Material Design 3, though they may evolve before the stable release slated for Q2 2025.