{
  "id": 19810896,
  "title": "Google Wallet tests floating bar redesign with Home button and new animation",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/13/google-wallet-tests-floating-bar-redesign-with-home-button-and-new",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-13T13:22:22.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Android Authority",
    "slug": "android-authority",
    "url": "https://www.androidauthority.com/google-wallet-updated-floating-bar-test-apk-teardown-3734961/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Google Wallet is currently testing a fresh redesign for its floating bottom bar, which includes a new Home button alongside the existing Search tab and additional pass options. The redesign also introduces a lively transition animation when switching between the Home and Search tabs.\n\nIn addition to the Home button, the redesigned floating bar will continue to feature the View more/Search and Plus buttons. This update aims to enhance the overall utility of the app. It is worth noting that this is a work-in-progress code, and these features may not be implemented in the final version.\n\nUpon closer examination of version 26.45.1018 of Google Wallet, it was discovered that the upcoming design incorporates a new Home option at the bottom of the screen. This feature is currently being tested and needs to be activated before it can be used. The comparison between the current and future design showcases the changes that are being considered for the redesign.",
  "summary": "This redesign would let users seamlessly switch between the Home and Search tabs.",
  "key_points": [
    "Google Wallet testing new floating bar design with Home button",
    "Animation added for Home and Search tab transitions",
    "Features still in progress code, not guaranteed in final version"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}