Google Gives Its Iconic ‘G’ Logo a Fresh, AI-Inspired Makeover

After nearly a decade, Google has finally updated its beloved ‘G’ logo. The change, while subtle, is a significant move for the tech giant, reflecting its growing focus on artificial intelligence (AI).

The new logo ditches the solid four-color blocks (red, yellow, green, and blue) of the past in favor of a sleek gradient that smoothly transitions between the colors. This modern touch aims to give the iconic icon a more contemporary feel, aligning with Google’s bold strides in AI development.

A Gradual Rollout and a Glimpse into the Future

The redesigned logo is currently being rolled out to iOS users through the Google Search app. Android users with the beta version 16.18 of the Google app are also seeing the new look.

Although the change might not be immediately noticeable on smaller screens, it signals a broader shift in Google’s design strategy. The company hasn’t made any changes to the main ‘Google’ wordmark yet, but it’s likely that other product logos, like those for Chrome or Maps, could follow suit in the future.

This update marks the first time Google has changed its ‘G’ logo since 2015. It’s a move that’s particularly interesting in light of Google Gemini, the company’s generative AI assistant, which already features a similar blue-to-purple gradient in its logo. This suggests that Google is embracing gradient-based aesthetics across its visual identity.

From Pixel to the World

Currently, the new ‘G’ icon is visible on iOS and Pixel devices. The older version remains in use on other platforms, including the web and non-Pixel Android devices. Google plans to roll out the new design more widely across all platforms in the coming weeks.