Google's Gemini App Set for Major Overhaul
Following the success of OpenAI's video editing app Sora, now leading the U.S. App Store, Google may be planning a more visually-driven update for its Gemini AI app. The company appears to be testing a new interface that transforms the app from a standard chatbot layout into a scrollable feed filled with suggested prompts and engaging images.
These changes were identified in a recent version of the Gemini Android app by Android Authority but are not yet publicly available. A reverse engineer activated the new home screen by examining the app's code, where shortcut buttons for functions like "Create Image" or "Deep Research" were repositioned higher on the screen, followed by the scrollable feed.
When asked for comment, a Google spokesperson stated there is no announcement to share "just yet."
In the examples provided, prompts included creative ideas for photo editing, such as "Teleport me to deep space," "Give me a vintage or grunge look," or "Turn my drawing into a storybook." Other prompts with vibrant backgrounds offered various ways to interact with Gemini, like "Brainstorm out loud with Live," or "Send me a daily news roundup."

Image Credits: Android Authority (opens in a new window) The goal is to inspire users with specific suggestions on how to leverage Gemini's AI capabilities, rather than leaving them to explore the chatbot's features on their own. This redesign would also make the Gemini app more visually attractive and engaging.
If released to the public, this update could help Google better compete with rival OpenAI, whose ChatGPT app remains quite minimalist with a largely blank startup screen. Additionally, it could tap into consumer interest in Google's newer AI image model, Nano Banana, which helped the Gemini app rise to the top of the App Store charts in September; it became the number one app on September 12 and maintained that position until being overtaken by Sora.

Image Credits: Android Authority (opens in a new window) Techcrunch eventJoin Over 10,000 Tech and VC Leaders for Growth and Networking at Disrupt 2025
Netflix, Box, a16z, ElevenLabs, Wayve, Hugging Face, Elad Gil, Vinod Khosla — just a few of the 250+ industry leaders hosting 200+ sessions designed to provide insights that drive startup growth and enhance your competitive advantage. Don't miss the 20th anniversary of TechCrunch and the opportunity to learn from top tech voices. Secure your ticket before the event opens to save up to $444.
Join Over 10,000 Tech and VC Leaders for Growth and Networking at Disrupt 2025
Netflix, Box, a16z, ElevenLabs, Wayve, Hugging Face, Elad Gil, Vinod Khosla — just a few of the 250+ industry leaders hosting 200+ sessions designed to provide insights that drive startup growth and enhance your competitive advantage. Don't miss this chance to learn from leading tech experts. Get your ticket before the event begins and save up to $444.
San Francisco|October 27-29, 2025REGISTER NOW
Related article
Google AI Overviews Gain Ground in Search Results
According to Similarweb’s 2026 Generative AI Landscape report, Google’s AI-generated summaries appeared in 43% of US searches, a significant rise from 15% recorded a year prior.While AI Overviews present generated summaries within standard search res
Google to Pay SpaceX $920M Monthly for Compute
SpaceX has secured another major compute agreement ahead of its landmark IPO, this time partnering with Google. The company disclosed the arrangement in a regulatory filing on Friday.According to the agreement, Google will pay SpaceX $920 million mon
Google expands AI Mode to track flight prices and book hotels
Google has introduced new capabilities within AI Mode, its conversational search interface, allowing users to plan and book trips more effectively, the company revealed on Thursday. The updated features enable users to inquire about flight price tren
Related Special Topic Recommendations
Comments (4)
0/500
Google這是要把Gemini變成視覺系嗎?🤔 不過OpenAI的Sora確實把影片編輯門檻拉低好多,普通用戶也能玩專業級特效了。但Gemini如果只是介面美化,感覺誠意不太夠啊... 與其跟風改版,不如把多模態識別準確度再提升?上次讓它分析餐廳照片,居然把越南河粉說成義大利麵🍜
記事を読んで、最近のAIアプリの進化にはびっくりしてるよ!GoogleのGeminiもビジュアル重視にリニューアルするってことでしょ?OpenAIのSoraが先行してるけど、競争が激化して面白くなってきたね。ただ、AIが生活に浸透しすぎて、個人的に少し怖い部分もあるんだよね…デザインは良くなっても、倫理面の議論も忘れないでほしいな~ 🤔
Following the success of OpenAI's video editing app Sora, now leading the U.S. App Store, Google may be planning a more visually-driven update for its Gemini AI app. The company appears to be testing a new interface that transforms the app from a standard chatbot layout into a scrollable feed filled with suggested prompts and engaging images.
These changes were identified in a recent version of the Gemini Android app by Android Authority but are not yet publicly available. A reverse engineer activated the new home screen by examining the app's code, where shortcut buttons for functions like "Create Image" or "Deep Research" were repositioned higher on the screen, followed by the scrollable feed.
When asked for comment, a Google spokesperson stated there is no announcement to share "just yet."
In the examples provided, prompts included creative ideas for photo editing, such as "Teleport me to deep space," "Give me a vintage or grunge look," or "Turn my drawing into a storybook." Other prompts with vibrant backgrounds offered various ways to interact with Gemini, like "Brainstorm out loud with Live," or "Send me a daily news roundup."

The goal is to inspire users with specific suggestions on how to leverage Gemini's AI capabilities, rather than leaving them to explore the chatbot's features on their own. This redesign would also make the Gemini app more visually attractive and engaging.
If released to the public, this update could help Google better compete with rival OpenAI, whose ChatGPT app remains quite minimalist with a largely blank startup screen. Additionally, it could tap into consumer interest in Google's newer AI image model, Nano Banana, which helped the Gemini app rise to the top of the App Store charts in September; it became the number one app on September 12 and maintained that position until being overtaken by Sora.

Join Over 10,000 Tech and VC Leaders for Growth and Networking at Disrupt 2025
Netflix, Box, a16z, ElevenLabs, Wayve, Hugging Face, Elad Gil, Vinod Khosla — just a few of the 250+ industry leaders hosting 200+ sessions designed to provide insights that drive startup growth and enhance your competitive advantage. Don't miss the 20th anniversary of TechCrunch and the opportunity to learn from top tech voices. Secure your ticket before the event opens to save up to $444.
Join Over 10,000 Tech and VC Leaders for Growth and Networking at Disrupt 2025
Netflix, Box, a16z, ElevenLabs, Wayve, Hugging Face, Elad Gil, Vinod Khosla — just a few of the 250+ industry leaders hosting 200+ sessions designed to provide insights that drive startup growth and enhance your competitive advantage. Don't miss this chance to learn from leading tech experts. Get your ticket before the event begins and save up to $444.
San Francisco|October 27-29, 2025REGISTER NOW
Google AI Overviews Gain Ground in Search Results
According to Similarweb’s 2026 Generative AI Landscape report, Google’s AI-generated summaries appeared in 43% of US searches, a significant rise from 15% recorded a year prior.While AI Overviews present generated summaries within standard search res
Google to Pay SpaceX $920M Monthly for Compute
SpaceX has secured another major compute agreement ahead of its landmark IPO, this time partnering with Google. The company disclosed the arrangement in a regulatory filing on Friday.According to the agreement, Google will pay SpaceX $920 million mon
Google expands AI Mode to track flight prices and book hotels
Google has introduced new capabilities within AI Mode, its conversational search interface, allowing users to plan and book trips more effectively, the company revealed on Thursday. The updated features enable users to inquire about flight price tren
Google這是要把Gemini變成視覺系嗎?🤔 不過OpenAI的Sora確實把影片編輯門檻拉低好多,普通用戶也能玩專業級特效了。但Gemini如果只是介面美化,感覺誠意不太夠啊... 與其跟風改版,不如把多模態識別準確度再提升?上次讓它分析餐廳照片,居然把越南河粉說成義大利麵🍜
記事を読んで、最近のAIアプリの進化にはびっくりしてるよ!GoogleのGeminiもビジュアル重視にリニューアルするってことでしょ?OpenAIのSoraが先行してるけど、競争が激化して面白くなってきたね。ただ、AIが生活に浸透しすぎて、個人的に少し怖い部分もあるんだよね…デザインは良くなっても、倫理面の議論も忘れないでほしいな~ 🤔





Home






