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Google has been rolling out a major visual and functional refresh to its Phone app, and people aren’t shy about sharing how they feel. Between the Material 3 Expressive makeover and the flashy new Calling Cards feature, the humble Google dialer has suddenly become one of the most talked-about Google apps of the year.
Reddit threads are packed with strong reactions. Some say the redesign is amazing, with bigger buttons, a bolder look, and full-screen contact photos when calls come in. Calling Cards, in particular, are winning praise. They let you swap the old circular thumbnail for a full-screen picture and stylized text, much like Apple’s Contact Posters. For fans, it makes the experience of taking a call feel modern and personal instead of bland.
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