Google Releases Theme Packs App for Pixel Phones
Google Pixel users can now download the new Theme packs app from the Play Store, designed to simplify phone customization with just one tap.
What Theme Packs Offer
The Theme packs app allows Pixel owners to instantly transform their device's look by updating wallpaper, icons, sounds, GIFs, and more through seasonal collections.
“Instantly unlock a complete refresh that updates your wallpaper, icons, sounds, GIFs, and more with seasonal theme packs.”
First Collection: Wicked: For Good!
The initial set of theme packs is inspired by the movie Wicked: For Good! and includes three options: "For Good," "Glinda," and "Elphaba." Each pack automatically adapts the phone's wallpaper and style to fit its theme.
Availability and Functionality
- The Theme packs app became available on November 4 via the Google Play Store exclusively for Pixel devices.
- This release coincides with the rumored Pixel Drop update, which has not yet been rolled out.
- Currently, users can download and preview the theme packs, but the app’s full functionality will activate only after the update arrives.
Background
Hints of the Theme packs feature appeared in early October when a new "Themes" option was spotted in Pixel settings, confirming that Google has been developing this customization tool.
“Theme packs will make it possible to ‘personalize your Pixel in one tap,’ according to the Play Store listing.”
Author's summary: Google’s Theme packs app for Pixel phones offers an easy, seasonal way to customize device appearance, launching before the related Pixel Drop update activates its full features.