Google has introduced a larger app icon in the beta version 17.0 of its app for Android, marking a shift in design for users. The change was released on 2026-01-05.
Release Details
The new beta sees the Google app icon expand, fine-tuning the gradient 'G' to better fill its container. This update comes after reports of a previous icon size reduction and affects only beta users currently. Beta 17.0 follows a series of tests with versions 16.50, 16.51, and 16.52.
Wider Rollout
Google typically rolls out updates server-side, with stable Android users expected to see the icon change within approximately a week. As the holiday period concludes, first-party app updates have recommenced for both Android and iOS users.
Beta Update Integration
Version 17.0 of the Google app enhances icons for other services like Gemini, Home, and Photos as part of its redesign initiative, while most stable users remain on version 16.49 for now.
