Google Gboard Review and Download

Google has decided to update their Google Keyboard and call it the Gboard. This Gboard has been out for iOS since May 2016 and has finally come to Android. Seems a little backwards, but here is a full review of the new Gboard on Android:

video coming soon

Gboard APK Download
Gboard in the Play Store

Here’s a look at what’s new. Gboard for Android:

– G button (enabled in settings) offers quick access to search from the keyboard
– Pop-out toolbar (when G button not enabled) provides access to themes, settings, one-handed mode, and search
– Optional dedicated number row
– Up to three active languages with preference for one (previously had to switch)
– Gesture typing is now called Glide typing.
– Search for emoji
– Rearranged emoji panel with group selection at bottom
– Emoji have bright halo effect around them