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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.

Android VR option glimpsed in Android Developer ConsoleAndroid VR option glimpsed in Android Developer Console
Sidewalk Labs is making a tool to prep cities for self-driving carsSidewalk Labs is making a tool to prep cities for self-driving cars
The Android N developer preview with split-screen multitasking is available today
Google I/O 2016 registration starts March 8thGoogle I/O 2016 registration starts March 8th
Google’s secret VR weapon is Project TangoGoogle’s secret VR weapon is Project Tango
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The 12 most important announcements from Google I/O 2015
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A new Android, smarter apps, and virtual reality

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Now on Tap is the coolest Android feature in a long timeNow on Tap is the coolest Android feature in a long time
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GoPro made a crazy 16-camera rig for Google Jump
Android Wear becomes more powerful with Uber and FoursquareAndroid Wear becomes more powerful with Uber and Foursquare
Google announces Brillo, an operating system for the Internet of ThingsGoogle announces Brillo, an operating system for the Internet of Things
Android M adds USB-C support, Doze mode for extending battery lifeAndroid M adds USB-C support, Doze mode for extending battery life
Google has over a billion users of Android, Chrome, YouTube, and searchGoogle has over a billion users of Android, Chrome, YouTube, and search
Google announces Android M, available later this year
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New features and a whole lot of polish are coming this time around

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The Vergecast will be live today at 4:30PM ET!The Vergecast will be live today at 4:30PM ET!
Google I/O 2015: Keynote, live stream, schedule and more for Day 1Google I/O 2015: Keynote, live stream, schedule and more for Day 1
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Android will take center stage, but there’s so much more

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Google I/O will debut a live-action short from Fast & Furious 6 director Justin LinGoogle I/O will debut a live-action short from Fast & Furious 6 director Justin Lin
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Two protesters interrupt Google keynote over killer robots, housing evictionsTwo protesters interrupt Google keynote over killer robots, housing evictions
Google announces the affordable Android One platformGoogle announces the affordable Android One platform
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Google on Glass privacy: ‘If I’m recording you, I have to stare at you’Google on Glass privacy: ‘If I’m recording you, I have to stare at you’

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