Google Unveils Streamlined Circle to Search with Vibrant Design and One-Tap Convenience

Google has rolled out a new Circle to Search redesign with the latest updates, announced alongside the Galaxy S25 and new Gemini features. The redesign consolidates all search elements into a single pill-shaped container, enhancing the user experience with smoother animations and a more vibrant glow palette. Additionally, Google has introduced AI Overviews for more detailed responses when searching for places, images, objects, and other items.

Key design changes include:

• A simplified pill-shaped container that houses all search elements
• Smoother animation when activating Circle to Search
• Vibrant glow palette and themed microphone icon
• Close and overflow menu buttons in circles

New features:

• Highlighting of phone numbers, email addresses, and links with matching icons for quick actions
• AI Overviews providing more detailed responses