Pixelated 098: An iconic glow-up
Episode 98 of the Pixelated podcast covers recent Google app icon redesigns, upcoming wearable devices, and Samsung's rumored Galaxy Glasses. The hosts discuss leaked details about the screen-less Fitbit Air fitness band and its integration with a new Google Health subscription service. They also evaluate whether Samsung's display-less smart glasses are a compelling entry into the wearable market.
- ▪Google is rolling out new gradient-based icon designs for apps like Gmail, Calendar, and Drive, starting with Workspace.
- ▪The upcoming Fitbit Air is described as a screen-less fitness band similar to Whoop, paired with a new Google Health app and subscription.
- ▪Samsung’s rumored Galaxy Glasses are said to be sleek and display-less, raising questions about their functionality and target audience.
- ▪The podcast is sponsored by Proton Unlimited, offering listeners a 30% discount on privacy-focused services.
- ▪Listeners can access exclusive content through 9to5Google’s website, YouTube channel, and various podcast platforms.
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