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Google has been spending quite a lot of time tweaking, streamlining and generally beautifying the interface of its “social backbone.” But while the mobile apps and desktop site have seen near constant updates, the mobile Google+ site has languished slightly behind. Today Mountain view is delivering a little bit of parity for those on platforms that don’t have an official app, such as Windows Phone 8 and BlackBerry 10. The update brings the new card UI to the phone-focused version, along with easier to see and tap +1 and re-share buttons. The updated profile experience is also going mobile, with large cover photos and more touch friendly icons coming to both personal profiles and pages. There’s no need to wait patiently while this rolls out either: the new mobile Google+ site is already live.

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Source: Google+

Would news of an upcoming Google Play Store redesign completely blindside you? Of course not, but it’s great to see it come to fruition sooner rather than later. The oft-whispered 4.0 update has now been officially acknowledged by Google and is ready for digital distribution starting today. What exactly is fresh and exciting about the new look? According to a blog post written by Play group product manager Michael Siliski, it focuses on bigger images, grouping together similarly themed content and offering new recommendations as you move down the page. Checkout has also been simplified just a tad. The update will be available for any phone or tablet running Android 2.2 or better, and it will begin rolling out today worldwide — with such a hefty drain on Google’s servers, however, the company warns that it may be a few weeks before it arrives on your particular device.

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Source: Android Blog

It’s not often that we see those services present on the Apple TV get tweaked, but today Hulu announced its Plus offering has been on the receiving end of a major design overhaul. Clearly taking a cue from Cupertino’s own iTunes app on the tiny media box, the Hulu Plus redesign makes perfect use of a top navigation bar, which, as pictured above, lists familiar entries like TV, Movies, Kids, Latino, Queue and Search — a nice visual (and useful) change when compared to what we’ve been become accustomed to since the app first arrived on the “hobby” platform. According to Hulu, the redesign was driven by the idea to bring quick access to what subscribers are trying to watch, as well as the thought of delivering an easier discovery experience which aims to help with finding new shows and making it easier to watch recent episodes of those that are already preferred. Apple TV owners running the latest firmware can play with the fresh UI now — of course, that’s for those who are already shelling out the required $8 monthly fee for Hulu’s premium ware.

[Thanks, Andrew]

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Source: Hulu

YouTube has had a revamped look for channels in limited beta testing since early February, but it’s now ready to spread the new-layout love to interested folks. Dubbed “One Channel,” the design refresh places an emphasis on making a user’s page look slick across different screen sizes and devices, adapting its style for the occasion — yes, even on TVs. Along with a look that provides more visual breathing room, a wide image called Channel Art adorns the top of a page, giving the whole affair a stronger Google+ vibe. Now, channel owners can even snag a visitor’s attention with a trailer that’ll greet them if they aren’t a subscriber. The refresh also introduces the ability to organize video playlists with custom sections. Raring to take Mountain View up on the fresh looks? Jab the second source link to get started. If you change your mind after taking the plunge, however, Google’s letting users switch back to the old format for a limited time.

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Source: YouTube Creator Blog, YouTube

While PayPal‘s recently revamped homepage looks fresh and modern, the actual account interface is still mired in the past, seemingly unchanged since the early aughts when the company first hit it big alongside Ugg boots and American Idol. As the online payment giant seeks to reinvent itself however, it’s finally bringing the site design into the future. PayPal has offered a sneak peek at the new look, and it’s certainly more in line with current design tropes, with a cleaner and clearer aesthetic and improved navigation to boot. The refreshed design also hints at the company’s upcoming retail efforts like in-store checkouts and purchasing grace periods where you can buy the item at the store, bring it home and then decide where the funds should come from. We’re still not sure when the redesign will roll out, but we’re guessing it’ll be around when those Discover Network cards come into play. For more screenshots of the new PayPal, take the design tour at the source.

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Via: The Next Web

Source: PayPal