Sending standard emoji is already possible in Messages. But the inclusion of animated emoji spices things up a little. However, it seems like animations only work when you send one emoji.

Update 7/12: Version 144.0 of Google Duo for Android introduces a splash screen. Duo’s animation starts with an outline of the app icon.

It’s been just over a week since Google announced new icons for its communications apps on Android. The new Google Messages icon is now available on the web with a rather nice animated splash ...

Android 16's upcoming update may bring significant visual changes, including a revamped status bar and Quick Settings. Key enhancements include redesigned icons, a new battery icon, and improved ...

All of these changes are not yet enabled by default, but it’s clear that Google is working on a major update. Return of custom icon shapes Another important innovation is the ability to change the ...

Google may significantly change Android’s status bar icons for the first time in years with Android 15. As spotted by Android Authority, the upcoming Android 15 update may bring new status bar icons, ...

Unfortunately for people rocking Themed icons on their Pixel phone before making the leap to the Android 14 beta, Themed icons cause some issues with the Wallpaper & style menu, causing it to ...

Android 16's upcoming update may bring significant visual changes, including a revamped status bar and Quick Settings. Key enhancements include redesigned icons, a new battery icon, and improved ...