A tidal wave of innovation is about to be unleashed by Google! Whereas the official five-day-long developer hooray, I/O, starts on the 20th, hold your hats, because Android steals the thunderTODAY.Google’s precedent of holding an Android-only showbeforeI/O just screams to my mind that indeed there must be too many juicy reveals to fit in. Think about it: too many new-age vibes even for an epic I/O keynote! The Android Show: I/O Edition beings NOW; we’re throwing you in the front aisle. Come with us for a complete shower of Android treats! We’ve got a live blog all set up so by the end of this, your head’s officially spinning!
Mark the date! Entertainment begins at 1 PM ET / 10 AM PT, live from the Google Android Channel on YouTube. Impatient to see it? Well, the stream is embedded right below, so you can watch instantly. Rather have words and pictures? Follow along with our real-time liveblog. Scroll further down for updates.
Android 16 whispers are already in the wind with the open-source development. A visual facelift awaits, and core components like notification shade are going to see the full brunt of development. Think Live Activities, the Apple way, but in-the-wild on Android, that keep you hooked to real-time events. Could we finally have an Android rival to the de facto Samsung DeX? A Desktop Mode would essentially run your phone into a tiny but mighty workstation. Google offered a glimpse of its UI concept with a very short-lived blog about Material 3 Expressive, which was quickly scrubbed off but never forgotten. The internet, as always, remembers. The next Android is being built on a tantalizingly thin thread of leaks.
Developer beta 16 is dropping hints for some subtle but desirable changes. Aurora cast was confirmed in March for the coming platform. Is Google going to shine the light on every one of these hidden gems in today’s announcement? Stay tuned to find out which features are worthy of the spotlight this afternoon.
Mark that date! Google I/O 2025 will begin with a highly awaited Google Keynote at 1 PM ET/10 AM PT on May 20. Expect Android, Search, Google Workspace, and Gemini to have some limelight, as always.
While one can claim that Android will somehow be seen, dedicated stage time is not to be expected. What will really be under the spotlight? Gemini, with a whole lot of deep diving into Google’s AI prowess, showered maybe with some glimpses of Android XR, followed by some top-class jaw-dropping demos of wild experimental things such as Project Astra. And the future will be unveiled.
Save that date! The future will be revealed on 20th May at 1 PM, ET. The keynote of Google I/O will be streaming live on Google’s YouTube channel. Here on Engadget, join right at the moment of feed go-live and don’t miss a moment. Get ready for a whole lot of innovation!
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And that marks the end of this liveblog series, but don’t put your equipment away just yet! NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang, the Build developer conference by Microsoft, and Google I/O 2025 await further explorations next week! We will be running live dispatches from Build and I/O, so it’s a guarantee that you are getting all the juicy details. The next few weeks promise a tech tsunami, and Engadget is your surfboard. We really appreciate you riding the wave with us today! Have an amazing week!
Missed the Google flurry of announcements? Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered. Aaron has been a champion with his links to our articles in great detail right here. But if you feel like havingallof it, you can whittle down time by glancing over our single-page roundup ofeverythingGoogle revealed at today’s Android event.
Gear up, Galaxy gadget gurus! Samsung has unleashed this bomb: Gemini is roaring toward your Galaxy Watch and Buds! Expect a smarter, more intuitive wearable experience “in the coming months.” It’s Gemini’s spectacular first ride to Samsung’s wrist- and ear-bound technologies. And for good measure, Samsung pledged that pairing Gemini with the forthcoming Galaxy Buds3 would feel so easy, it’ll seem like pure magic.
The may I ask a few words about the other products? Google’s pre-IO is indeed a tantalizing appetizer. Smart move. But don’t be fooled; May 20th is the day of the main dinner. Clear your calendars, for you would not want to miss round two.
Signing off after The Android Show concluded. A focused thirty minutes for announcements is appreciated sometimes, but it makes one ask the question we had after Samsung’s rapid-fire Unpacked: Was all of thisreallynecessary? Could google really not have just sent out an email? Meanwhile, Google went ahead with a blitz of blog posts about every new update. The team is now going through the digital fallout in hopes of finding every little detail.
Well, I guess Gemini has potential. Pretty much all I am thinking about is: “Are questions really so burning right now that they must be aided by or interacted with by AI immediatelly?” If not, then the AI’s answers truly aren’t hitting the spot.
Material 3 Expressive: an implication being a subtle yet major evolution of Android’s visual soul. The true game-changer here? Gemini. I wonder if it can finally breathe any semblance of intelligence into those horrendous assistant experiences in Wear OS and Android Auto, turning them from frustrations into seamless interactions.
How about you Igor, any big takeaways from the Android Show? *
The evolution of Find Hub is indeed interesting. Smart tags aren’t generally something I would go for, but I think discreet tracking would have its applications. This update makes that possibility real. And that is a major change.
Material 3 Expressive is not just a theme; it is a chromatic blast. It gives energy and flexibility to other systems, which otherwise feel…dull. It is what the design philosophy of OSes has been sorely missing.
There it is; you’ll miss it while blinking! It’s a momentary glimpse, a whisper of what could have been. But don’t let the mystery hold you back; a galaxy-full of stunning, new Android phones is out there for you at this very moment. Get out there and discover.
What did you think of the show, Sam? Any highlights? *
Dieter Bohn, Director, Product Narrative for Android, is showing off the latest Android phones.
* Android 16 adds new features for scam detection and device finding
This summer sees the launch of Android 16, the ever-protecting layer against all digital villains. Maybe tougher security that slams the door in the faces of scammers, and of thieves trying to take advantage of stolen devices. Remember those toll road messages wrongfully demanding your money, clogging up your inbox? Google’s AI, which had been able to weed out fraudulent text messages since March, is undergoing a strong upgrade. It’s supercharging its scam-detecting capabilities to stop more sneaky tricks. Additionally, the Google Play Protect is going to be faster. Quick analysis of dangerous apps means quicker exposure and faster neutralization.
Android 16 is going to slam the privacy door on in-call breaches! Farewell to hijacking of accessibility permissions when an unknown caller tries to ring in. But it does not stop there: meet Key Verifier, your protection from contact-list scammers. This nifty tool lets you and your trusted friend exchange digital keys locking down your identities and leaving the scammers stranded outside.
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Elsewhere, Samat dropped a mention of Android smart glasses, but the true showstopper was the product narrative director, Dieter Bohn, who, in live testing, put flagship Android phones through the paces, the razzle-dazzle of a myriad of features being on full display.
“Buckle up! In a plot worthy of a tech thriller, none other than former editorial titan at The Verge, Dieter Bohn, is now giving us the lowdown on the latest Android contenders.”
Oh, and here’s our One More Thing? *
Samat signs the all-clear! The time is ripe for android enthusiasts who have dated sights on the next beta drop: get ready to sink your teeth in before the official autumn launch.
Another look at the Find Hub. *
Lost in wilderness? The FindHub is a buddy. There isn’t any cellphone tower around, and due to satellite connectivity, it lets the loved one know if the person is safe or not. Just so the person can roam off-grid as much as he wants.
New Find Hub coming to Androids. *
Ahem, “Baby Yoda has a name. It’s Din Grogu. *
As such, Find My Device is getting renamed to Find Hub. *
Stella Loh, Senior Product Manager for Android Platform, is discussing new security features for Android.
* Google is bringing Gemini to Wear OS, Android Auto and more
Forget voice commands. Get ready for conversations as the AI powerhouse Gemini is being launched across life domains by Google. Just now in the Android Show: I/O Edition: Gemini is set to hit Android Auto, Wear OS, Google TV, and other secret places. If Google Assistant seems quite chatty, then Gemini is bound to make a conversationalist out of every device. Prepare to converse, not just tap.
Picture this: you are rushing to the gym, trying to fumble with your locker. “Remember, I’m using locker 43 today!” one bands out to his lady Wear OS, so to speak. It does not ask for perfect phrasing. Gemini reallygetsyou. Suddenly it is not a matter of remembering anymore. Google says the same intuitive magic is coming to Android Auto, revolutionizing your driving experience with an Assistant that truly understands.
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The Find My Device network of Google is being supercharged with great updates! You will soon be able to track your keys or even your kid’s backpack with greater support for smart tags-applying tags that you buy and stick down, or tag types already baked into your gadget.
On the security front, Google says the Messages app has gotten better at detecting scam texts. *
Not mentioned during this past segment, but Sony and Samsung are also bringing Gemini to some of their new earbuds. *
And while we’re still waiting to learn a lot more about Android XR, Gemini is heading to that as well. *
No, we all are tired of endless searching! The speculations are that Google TV is to be upgraded with Gemini sometime this year. Suppose you search for “movies safe for a 6-year-old”-an instant list is presented right to your screen.
Gemini is also coming to Google TV. *
I feel really creeped out-even being offered the idea of some AI jotting down my text message while I am driving. Keep your hands off the wheel, HAL.
The Gemini will soon be riding shotgun in your car! Imagine a road trip with language translation in real time or just finding the nearest EV charging oasis on the go, with everything being powered by Gemini running in Android Auto and cars with Google built-in.
Make way for an extremely intelligent wrist, an intuitive drive, and sharp TV viewing! Gemini, the enthusiast Google AI platform, is ready to take over Wear OS, Android Auto, and Google TV. The time of arrival is still on the unilateral lips, but Gemini-based features should start rolling out for your devices in the coming months. The future is intelligent, and it’s going to be here in no time.
Guemmy Kim, Senior Director, PM and UX at Android, announced Gemini is coming to Wear OS. *
Imagine having all the immense power of the Gemini AI on your Pixel Watch! With LTE connectivity, your watch turns into a personal AI assistant, even without your phone around. Pose queries, set your reminders, take control of your day-if you’re away.
Now Guemmy Kim is here to talk about the Gemini experience on a wider range of devices. *
In a live demo, even. More like Gemini “Barely Alive.” Needless to say, Google has kept us all guessing: is this the revolutionary AI or just a slight upgrade of the Assistant?
Gemini isn’t just another tool; it’s a Swiss Army knife for the digital age. Shah unveils the email-taming prowess to condense infinite inboxes into neat little summaries. Then, with a flick of the wrist, his phone becomes the all-seeing eye of Gemini, using object recognition to identify things around it.
Rohan Shah, Senior Product Manager of Android Platform, is showing what Gemini Live can do.
* Google gives Android an animated makeover with Material 3 Expressive
Android & Wear OS Get a Stunning Makeover: Google Unleashes a Wave of Color and Motion!
Let visual and tactile treats flow! Google’s got Material 3 Expressive brewing, which is to be released with Android 16 and Wear OS 6 later this year. Think of it as Material You, but grandified.
Imagine interfaces that breathe. Material 3 Expressive is much more than a mere design update; it’s a philosophy in itself. Google is setting in place animations that are natural and almost springy, giving life to the screens. There is enhanced perception of depth, dynamic color themes that are brighter, and typography shouting loud and clear.
It is almost natural to say that animations on iOS will seemalive. Google is trying to catch the same magic to create software elements undergoing mutual interactivity and interactivity with you through haptic feedback. Get ready to not only see but alsofeelthe future of Android.
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Next is Rohan Shah to talk about Gemini integration. *
Forged to perfectly fit the Pixel Watch’s curves, it also sips power, extending battery life by a sweet 10%.
Wear OS 6 updates. *
Material 3 Expressive is not just dressing up your phone; it’s sharing the attention with your wrist. Prepare yourself for a subtle makeover for your Pixel Watch as the Wear OS 6 is getting more stylish by the hour.
If you blinked, you probably missed it, but Google is bringing a Live Activities-like feature to Android. *
A more refined home screen grid. *
Dropping that mad rush of continuously refreshing the delivery service app, the Google Live Updates step in to be your savior! Prepare for all the nitty-gritty timelines, be it from package arrivals to ride-hailing ETAs. Finally, an end to an endless guessing game!
Mindy Brooks, VP, PM and UX of Android Platform, is discussing how the new Material 3 Expressive features work. *
One change is the addition of haptic feedback when you open recent apps and dismiss something.
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