Google's Gemini overlay bubble is getting a fresh gradient design as testing expands

Google appears to be expanding testing of a Gemini overlay bubble that lets conversations persist after you dismiss the overlay.
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Google Tests a Floating Gemini Overlay Bubble to Keep Your Chats Alive While Multitasking

Google is expanding testing for an Android 17 feature that transforms the Gemini overlay into a persistent floating bubble when dismissed, preventing users from losing active chats. Spotted in the ...
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Gemini for Android using Bubbles to let you multitask & continue chats

After adding Dynamic Color earlier this month, the Gemini overlay on Android is now using Bubbles to help keep track of conversations. To access, start a conversation from the Gemini overlay. Once you ...
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Android 17's bubbles is the best thing to happen to phone multitasking

Google's Pixel Drop update for June 2026 is packed with new features. It brings AirDrop support to older, budget Pixel phones. Magic Cue, which surfaces information about what's on the screen, expands ...