Google Messages App Redesign Removes Hamburger Menu, Adds Profile Navigation

Google Messages app gets rid of old hamburger menu in favor of profile icon for navigation
New interface hides options behind profile picture instead of hamburger menu
Search screen redesigned with filters to narrow results and recent contacts
Update rolling out now through Play Store, may take time to reach all devices
Change streamlines interface with Android's gesture navigation

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Posted 9/29/2023, 2:51:00 PM