Google Adds Portrait Mode Default to Phone App

26 Jan 2026

Google has introduced a new feature in its Phone app, allowing users to keep calls in portrait mode to prevent unwanted rotations.

New Display Feature

The update incorporates a "Keep portrait mode" setting within the app's display options. By default, the app now keeps the call screen in portrait, matching how users typically hold devices. Previously, users reported disruption due to the UI rotating to landscape during calls.

  • Google released the update after user feedback about screen rotation issues.
  • The "Keep portrait mode" feature is now the default setting.
  • Users can manually toggle the option: Phone app > Menu > Settings > Display options.

User-Friendly Solution

This update addresses long-standing user concerns. The setting allows flexibility, letting users choose between a fixed portrait layout or allowing rotation. Google had previously tested controls to solve this issue, leading to this update becoming a permanent solution in the app.

Additionally, testing included a feature for setting "call reasons," though its release is not confirmed.

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