The latest Android 16 QPR3 March update has removed the M3 Expressive search bar from the homescreen of the Pixel Launcher, marking a design regression. This change is a continuation of the design shift that began in December, when the Pixel Launcher search was replaced by the Google app.
The M3 Expressive search bar, which was previously a part of the Pixel Launcher, has been a distinctive feature of the homescreen. However, with the Android 16 QPR3 update, this design element has been removed, altering the user experience. This update compounds the design changes that were introduced in December, further modifying the look and feel of the Pixel Launcher.
The removal of the M3 Expressive search bar is likely to have an impact on users who have grown accustomed to the previous design. As the update rolls out, users will need to adapt to the new layout and search functionality. It remains to be seen how this design change will be received by the Pixel community and what future updates may hold for the Pixel Launcher.
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