As WABetaInfo notes, the redesigned bottom bar also looks similar to the one on the iOS version of WhatsApp, making the experience consistent for those who switch from Android to iOS and vice versa.

Google is testing a new bottom search bar in its search app to improve accessibility and user experience. The bottom search bar is currently under development and not enabled by default.

WhatsApp launches enhanced bottom navigation bar for Android, featuring 'Communities' and 'Updates.' The new design, catering to user comfort, aligns with Material 3.0 principles and benefits ...

Google Chat is getting a new bottom navigation bar with four tabs on Android and iOS. A similar redesign recently rolled out on the web.

Google is rolling out a new update to its YouTube Android app, which switches the main navigation bar from the top to the bottom.

Back in September, Gmail for Android removed text labels from its core navigation element; this change now makes sense as Google is making the bottom bar more persistent.