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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 is working with IMAX to build a cinema-quality Jump VR cameraGoogle is working with IMAX to build a cinema-quality Jump VR camera
Google will carefully curate the Daydream apps for its VR Play StoreGoogle will carefully curate the Daydream apps for its VR Play Store
Project Tango is still Google’s home for weird augmented reality experimentsProject Tango is still Google’s home for weird augmented reality experiments
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Mossberg: Google doubles down on AIMossberg: Google doubles down on AI
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Walt Mossberg
The 8 biggest new features in Android N
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Instant Apps on Android are the most fascinating thing Google announcedInstant Apps on Android are the most fascinating thing Google announced
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Here’s how Google Home could be Amazon Echo’s worst nightmareHere’s how Google Home could be Amazon Echo’s worst nightmare
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Google’s Allo runs on the same encryption tech that powers WhatsAppGoogle’s Allo runs on the same encryption tech that powers WhatsApp
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Xiaomi’s 4K Mi Box is Google’s newest Android TV deviceXiaomi’s 4K Mi Box is Google’s newest Android TV device
Daydream will be the reason you’ll want a 4K phoneDaydream will be the reason you’ll want a 4K phone
Google and Qualcomm are showing the future of Android in carsGoogle and Qualcomm are showing the future of Android in cars
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Google might name Android N after Kanye and Kim’s daughter or seaweedGoogle might name Android N after Kanye and Kim’s daughter or seaweed
A first look at Android Wear 2.0
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One of the surprise announcements from Google’s keynote session at I / O this year was Android Wear 2.0.

Dan Seifert
Chrome OS is getting Android apps and the Play StoreChrome OS is getting Android apps and the Play Store
Google Daydream’s VR controller is perfect for flipping pancakes on the beachGoogle Daydream’s VR controller is perfect for flipping pancakes on the beach
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The 10 biggest announcements from Google I/O 2016
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Things Google Home looks likeThings Google Home looks like
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Google’s Firebase cleans up the mess Facebook left by killing ParseGoogle’s Firebase cleans up the mess Facebook left by killing Parse
You don’t need an Android Auto-compatible car to use Android Auto anymoreYou don’t need an Android Auto-compatible car to use Android Auto anymore
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Waze is coming to Android AutoWaze is coming to Android Auto
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Google wants Android to take over your entire carGoogle wants Android to take over your entire car
Android Auto is getting wireless support and ‘OK Google’ commandsAndroid Auto is getting wireless support and ‘OK Google’ commands
Android Instant Apps lets you use apps without downloading themAndroid Instant Apps lets you use apps without downloading them
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Google announces Android Wear 2.0 with standalone app support and a tiny keyboardGoogle announces Android Wear 2.0 with standalone app support and a tiny keyboard
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Watch a video of Google’s new video chat app DuoWatch a video of Google’s new video chat app Duo
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You can watch IMAX movies in Android’s Daydream VRYou can watch IMAX movies in Android’s Daydream VR
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Google’s latest Android N beta is meant for everyoneGoogle’s latest Android N beta is meant for everyone
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Google’s VR platform includes partnerships with HBO, Ubisoft, the NBA, and moreGoogle’s VR platform includes partnerships with HBO, Ubisoft, the NBA, and more
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Daydream is Google’s Android-powered VR platformDaydream is Google’s Android-powered VR platform
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Adi Robertson and Ross Miller
Android users have installed more than 65 billion apps from Google Play in the last yearAndroid users have installed more than 65 billion apps from Google Play in the last year
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Google details Android N features ahead of late summer releaseGoogle details Android N features ahead of late summer release
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Google wants you to name Android NGoogle wants you to name Android N
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Jacob Kastrenakes
Google Duo makes mobile video calls fast and simpleGoogle Duo makes mobile video calls fast and simple
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Watch a video of Google Home in actionWatch a video of Google Home in action
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Google Photos now has over 200 million monthly active usersGoogle Photos now has over 200 million monthly active users
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Allo is a messaging app with Google built right inAllo is a messaging app with Google built right in
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Google is making its assistant ‘conversational’ in two new waysGoogle is making its assistant ‘conversational’ in two new ways
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Google Home: a speaker to finally take on the Amazon EchoGoogle Home: a speaker to finally take on the Amazon Echo
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Hyundai is making a custom app for Android Auto, available later this year
Google I/O 2016: Keynote, live stream, and scheduleGoogle I/O 2016: Keynote, live stream, and schedule
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