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Google I/O 2026

Google I/O is where Google previews its plans for Gemini, Android, and beyond. At I/O 2026, we’re expecting a heavy focus on AI, as Google adds more Gemini features across its ecosystem of apps and devices. The event kicks off on May 19th with a keynote at 1PM ET / 10AM PT.

Google just gave a stunning demo of Assistant making an actual phone callGoogle just gave a stunning demo of Assistant making an actual phone call
Here are the six new voices coming to Google Assistant, including John LegendHere are the six new voices coming to Google Assistant, including John Legend
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Gmail’s Smart Compose will write emails for youGmail’s Smart Compose will write emails for you
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Google Photos will soon be able to colorize old photosGoogle Photos will soon be able to colorize old photos
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Google I/O 2018 live blogGoogle I/O 2018 live blog
Android P should be about privacyAndroid P should be about privacy
How to watch the Google I/O 2018 keynoteHow to watch the Google I/O 2018 keynote
Google may launch a new set of Android controls to help you manage phone useGoogle may launch a new set of Android controls to help you manage phone use
Google says Android Things is finally ready for smart devicesGoogle says Android Things is finally ready for smart devices
New Volvos will have Google Maps, apps, and Assistant — even if you don’t have an Android phoneNew Volvos will have Google Maps, apps, and Assistant — even if you don’t have an Android phone
Google I/O 2018 starts on May 8th in Mountain ViewGoogle I/O 2018 starts on May 8th in Mountain View
Google teases I/O 2018 with a pineapple cake and a series of riddlesGoogle teases I/O 2018 with a pineapple cake and a series of riddles
Google Home touchscreen device spotted in official app codeGoogle Home touchscreen device spotted in official app code
Android O is now officially Android OreoAndroid O is now officially Android Oreo
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How about an Android Pro?How about an Android Pro?
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The latest news from Google I/O 2017The latest news from Google I/O 2017
Should Samsung Galaxy S8 owners buy a Gear VR or Google Daydream?Should Samsung Galaxy S8 owners buy a Gear VR or Google Daydream?
Google wants AI to manage my relationships, and that might be a good thingGoogle wants AI to manage my relationships, and that might be a good thing
YouTube’s paid chats are an abomination from a capitalist dystopia I want no part ofYouTube’s paid chats are an abomination from a capitalist dystopia I want no part of
You’ll soon be able to send money with Google AssistantYou’ll soon be able to send money with Google Assistant
Google’s Seurat technology turned a film-quality Rogue One scene into mobile VRGoogle’s Seurat technology turned a film-quality Rogue One scene into mobile VR
The Android app beta on Chrome OS will last at least through the summerThe Android app beta on Chrome OS will last at least through the summer
Google isn’t building the ultimate VR headset. It’s setting the foundation for oneGoogle isn’t building the ultimate VR headset. It’s setting the foundation for one
Google Daydream is getting a big software update and its own VR web browserGoogle Daydream is getting a big software update and its own VR web browser
YouTube VR will have shared rooms and voice chat instead of comment sectionsYouTube VR will have shared rooms and voice chat instead of comment sections
Google’s new VR headset is still a prototype — but it really worksGoogle’s new VR headset is still a prototype — but it really works
Google’s best new features are in apps, not AndroidGoogle’s best new features are in apps, not Android
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Why Google Assistant and Search are two different iPhone appsWhy Google Assistant and Search are two different iPhone apps
Watch the Google I/O 2017 keynote in 10 minutesWatch the Google I/O 2017 keynote in 10 minutes
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Android O is shaping up to be exactly what Android needsAndroid O is shaping up to be exactly what Android needs
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Google Photos for iOS gets Mother’s Day movie feature, three days after Mother’s DayGoogle Photos for iOS gets Mother’s Day movie feature, three days after Mother’s Day
Saying ‘OK Google’ is awful, but Google may be open to changing itSaying ‘OK Google’ is awful, but Google may be open to changing it
The new Android TV home screen has the right ideas, but it’s probably not enoughThe new Android TV home screen has the right ideas, but it’s probably not enough
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Google for Jobs aims to make job searching less of a hassleGoogle for Jobs aims to make job searching less of a hassle
Android Instant Apps are now available to all developersAndroid Instant Apps are now available to all developers
The 10 biggest announcements from Google I/O 2017
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Google Assistant, Android O, VR, and much more

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LG and GE add Google Assistant support to fridges, washers, ovens, and moreLG and GE add Google Assistant support to fridges, washers, ovens, and more
The 6 big updates coming to Google HomeThe 6 big updates coming to Google Home
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Standalone Google VR headsets coming from HTC and LenovoStandalone Google VR headsets coming from HTC and Lenovo

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