Yahoo testing new search bar with logo on the right, not the left
Days after Verizon announces it will acquire Yahoo, Yahoo is testing a new search bar at the top with a missing logo at the left.
Topic: User interface design
Google Maps updates map design, highlights areas of interest and adds business photo carousel
Check out the new look for the Google Maps imagery and features. It is subtle, but Google said it helps users navigate.
Google testing new format for Sitelinks, in carousel card form
Google keeps on testing, this time with a new carousel look for Sitelinks.
Google testing ratings percentage instead of yellow ratings stars in text ads
Attention-grabbing yellow is replaced with a light gray font.
New in Google PLAs: “Special Offers” filter & an ad that links to a new Shopping page layout
A new landing page on Google Shopping flows a lot like a product page on Amazon with product details, seller details, reviews, links to related items and more on a single page.
Google’s Sundeep Jain on the Expanded Text Ad rollout, device bidding, similar audiences & more
During a keynote discussion at SMX Advanced, Jain shared insights on how Expanded Text Ads will roll out and what advertisers should be working on ahead of the holidays.
Google is removing the custom date range search filter for mobile users
Mobile searchers on Google will no longer be able to use the custom date range search filter. To access that feature, they need to go to the desktop version of Google.
Official: Google is rolling out green “Ad” label globally
Yellow is out, green is in for text ads in Google search results.
SearchCap: Bing Ads upgrades, Google & Yahoo testing & SEMPO board
Below is what happened in search today, as reported on Search Engine Land and from other places across the web. From Search Engine Land: Bing Ads to support Expanded Text Ads: Shows new ads creator UIJun 7, 2016 by Ginny Marvin Advertisers will be able to run AdWords’ new longer text ad format on Bing, […]
Google tests gray background on homepage, while Yahoo tests new top search bar
Both Google and Yahoo were caught testing new user interfaces around their search features. Here are screen shots of both of them.
Google tests new look for “people also search for” feature
Google has been caught testing a new interface again in the mobile search results. This one is around the "people also search for" search feature.
Google now displays image thumbnails next to search snippets for food-related queries
Now when you do food-related searches on Google, you may see image thumbnails right in the snippets.
Google continues testing new search results interfaces, including wider & card–styled results
Google is constantly testing new search results interfaces. Here are some screen shots of their latest tests.
Google testing a carousel of Sitelink cards in search ads
Spotted on mobile, the carousel features individual cards that link to separate landing pages.
Google widely testing the title links in black, instead of the traditional blue hyperlink color
Google testing going from blue hyperlinks to black hyperlinks, and searchers don't seem to be happy with the change.
Google confirms live demo of new AdWords redesign will happen on May 24
A new screen shot shows how ad scheduling data might be presented in the updated interface.
In new test for Google text ads, headlines are expanded without sacrificing ad copy
With right-side text ads gone, Google is testing a new, longer look for text ads that can display across devices in any ad position.
Google testing purple “Ad” label in Maps
The ad label matches the advertiser's pin on the map.
Dear Google: Here’s a search marketers’ AdWords UI wishlist
With Google announcing a new AdWords user interface is in the works, Search Engine Land asked paid search marketers for their top requests.
Report: Google is testing trending topics in auto-complete search results
A new Google experiment was captured by Mashable's Samantha Murphy Kelly showing Google showing trending searches in their auto-complete.
Google testing green “Ad” labels in UK (and beyond)
Many users in the UK report seeing the green icons in UK SERPs.
Google makes movie showtime links to Fandango more prominent in mobile search
The change is now appearing on both iOS and Android.
Google is completely redesigning AdWords: Offers first peek
The now-legacy platform will be undergoing a redesign process to make it easier to navigate and use.
Google Image Search launches colored filter buttons
After testing various combinations, Google has launched new filter buttons in the image search results.
Google PLAs: Testing scrollable carousel on desktop & numbered rankings for “best” products go live
The desktop carousel test simulates mobile. A new ranking treatment for "top-rated" products is now live on mobile and desktop.
Google tests clickable phone numbers in organic search results
Google is now experimenting with click to call on the organic side. They've done this with ads and local before.
Google Image Search Tests Colored Filter Buttons
Google Image Search adds a splash of colors by testing new filter buttons.
Google App Updates Will Include New Animations & Ability To Change Google Logo Colors
9to5Google.com reports users will be able to change the color of Google logo using a "finger painting-like" feature.
Confirmed: Google To Stop Showing Ads On Right Side Of Desktop Search Results Worldwide
A long-running test is now rolling out for desktop queries: Google will no longer show ads to the right of its search results, with two exceptions.
How Google’s Search Chief Has Been Living The “Mobile First” Life For Over A Year
Amit Singhal has been living his digital life mostly off his two smartphones for more than a year.
Bing App Gets Refresh With Redesigned Homepage, Direct Answers & More
Users can now access bookmarks and search history saved within the app when working offline.
After FTC Guidelines, Ad Demarcations In Search Engine Results Have Become More Muted
A new survey of how the search engines treat ads from organic listings.
Yahoo Updates Search Experience For Firefox Users On Desktop
Yahoo introduces new carousel of image and video content, says changes will eventually make their way to other browsers, too.
Google Launches New Search Results Interface For Tablets
Google Search quietly launches a new interface for tablet users. The design and layout is noticeably different from the previous version.
Google Launches New Maps Search Results Interface
Google has quietly launched a new maps search results interface. What do you think of it?
Google Tests New Red Live Label In Search Results To Label Real-Time Breaking Content
Google is at it again, testing a new red label in the search results to show off "live" coverage of news.
Easier Access To Negatives And Search Terms Now In AdWords
A handy addition of two new buttons makes navigating keyword performance reporting much quicker.
Bing Ads Updating Segmentation Reporting: Call For Early Testers
Access segmentation reporting from the campaigns tables rather than having to dig into the Reports section of the UI.
Google My Business Portal Gets A Facelift & Design Update
Google streamlines the Google My Business dashboard making it easier for businesses to get the answers they need.
Mapquest Gets A New Look And Logo
Mapquest has introduced a new look and a new retro-chic, 1970s-style logo. The changes are part of a series of upgrades begun prior to the Verizon-AOL acquisition and are largely a result of a new Mapquest partnership with Mapbox. The promised and enhanced features include or will include: A faster, more responsive Mapquest.com for mobile […]