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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.

Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus gain Google Daydream support this summerSamsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus gain Google Daydream support this summer
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Google is adding Kotlin as an official programming language for Android developmentGoogle is adding Kotlin as an official programming language for Android development
Google is taking another shot at budget Android phones with Android GoGoogle is taking another shot at budget Android phones with Android Go
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Android O will focus on ‘vitals’ like battery life and speed, first beta launches todayAndroid O will focus on ‘vitals’ like battery life and speed, first beta launches today
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Google Assistant is coming to Android TV later this yearGoogle Assistant is coming to Android TV later this year
Google Cast is finally fixing its control issuesGoogle Cast is finally fixing its control issues
Google Photos just hit 500 million monthly users — now it plans to make your camera roll obsolete

Photos is growing faster than YouTube, Gmail, or Chrome.

Casey Newton
Google Home can soon cast its response to your TVGoogle Home can soon cast its response to your TV
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You can now control HBO Now and Spotify Free with Google HomeYou can now control HBO Now and Spotify Free with Google Home
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Google Home will soon notify you about reminders, flight updates, and moreGoogle Home will soon notify you about reminders, flight updates, and more
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Google’s Home speaker will soon be able to do hands-free callingGoogle’s Home speaker will soon be able to do hands-free calling
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You can buy stuff with Google Assistant nowYou can buy stuff with Google Assistant now
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Third-party actions will soon work on Google Assistant on the phoneThird-party actions will soon work on Google Assistant on the phone
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Hey Siri, Google Assistant is on the iPhone nowHey Siri, Google Assistant is on the iPhone now
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You can finally use the keyboard to ask Google Assistant questionsYou can finally use the keyboard to ask Google Assistant questions
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Google will soon be able to remove objects from photosGoogle will soon be able to remove objects from photos
Google Assistant will soon search by sight with your smartphone cameraGoogle Assistant will soon search by sight with your smartphone camera
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Smart Reply is coming to Gmail for Android and iOSSmart Reply is coming to Gmail for Android and iOS
Google’s next-generation AI training system is monstrously fastGoogle’s next-generation AI training system is monstrously fast
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Google’s app for lost Android phones is now called Find My DeviceGoogle’s app for lost Android phones is now called Find My Device
The rise of the Android-powered carThe rise of the Android-powered car
Kirsten Korosec
It’s time for Google to be boringIt’s time for Google to be boring
Google I/O 2017: start time, live blog, and schedule for today’s keynoteGoogle I/O 2017: start time, live blog, and schedule for today’s keynote
Where are the Daydream VR phones Google promised?Where are the Daydream VR phones Google promised?
Audi and Volvo will use Android as the operating system in upcoming carsAudi and Volvo will use Android as the operating system in upcoming cars
Google I/O 2017: what to expect from the big developer conferenceGoogle I/O 2017: what to expect from the big developer conference
This year’s Google I/O is happening May 17th–19thThis year’s Google I/O is happening May 17th–19th
Google’s Sundar Pichai says he avoids testing prototypes at homeGoogle’s Sundar Pichai says he avoids testing prototypes at home
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Why I’m still skeptical about Project AraWhy I’m still skeptical about Project Ara
Google’s Project Ara is about more than just modular phones

It’s about a new store, more devices, and #brands

Dieter Bohn
Google could replace some passwords with a ‘trust score’ by the end of the yearGoogle could replace some passwords with a ‘trust score’ by the end of the year
A closer look at Google’s modular phone prototype

It’s just an early prototype, but it works!

Dieter Bohn
Google I/O 2016: the biggest news from Google’s biggest event of the yearGoogle I/O 2016: the biggest news from Google’s biggest event of the year
Why Google’s fancy new AI assistant is just called ‘Google’Why Google’s fancy new AI assistant is just called ‘Google’
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Watch this new Project Ara video and see the amazing potential of modular phonesWatch this new Project Ara video and see the amazing potential of modular phones
Google’s modular Project Ara phone is shipping to developers this fallGoogle’s modular Project Ara phone is shipping to developers this fall
Watch Google’s latest Spotlight Story, Pearl, on your phoneWatch Google’s latest Spotlight Story, Pearl, on your phone
Google just showed off a lot of cool products, but no ship datesGoogle just showed off a lot of cool products, but no ship dates
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Android Wear 2.0 sharpens Google’s focus on smartwatchesAndroid Wear 2.0 sharpens Google’s focus on smartwatches
Android apps are just what Chromebooks needed
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Coming this fall

Dieter Bohn

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