Google is updating its Clock app with version 8.3, bringing a simplified approach to alarm backgrounds. The latest release removes previously tested dynamic alarm backgrounds that shifted based on the time of day,reverting to a static image.
The change impacts users who were testing the more visually engaging alarm experience.Previously, the Google Clock app experimented with backgrounds that transitioned from dark themes at night to brighter ones during the day. The current rollout,spotted on October 26,2023,replaces this with a single,consistent background image for all alarms. This adjustment arrives as Google continues refining the Clock app, a core utility for millions of Android users, and suggests a prioritization of clarity and simplicity in the alarm experience. the update is rolling out now through Google Play.
