It’s that exciting time again, folks! Google’s I/O developer conference is just around the corner, set to unveil some of the tech giant’s major plans for the coming year. The opening keynote on May 14 promises to be packed with updates on Android 15 and a slew of advancements in artificial intelligence.
While we’ll have to wait until later in the year for the full scoop on Google’s latest flagship hardware, there’s still plenty of buzz about what’s in store for I/O. Let’s take a look at what we can expect from the Google I/O 2024 keynote:
I/O primarily caters to developers, offering them insights into the upcoming Android version so they can prepare their apps or adapt existing ones. Android 15 betas are already circulating, featuring enhancements like an updated Privacy Sandbox, partial screen sharing, and system-level app archiving.
At I/O, Google will likely delve deeper into Android 15, with confirmed additions like satellite messaging and potential features such as lock screen widgets for tablets and an enhanced At a Glance widget for phones. Moreover, expect announcements on wake words for third-party assistants and a possible new feature called Private Space.
Get ready to hear a lot about AI during the keynote. Google might introduce Gemini AI, possibly replacing Assistant, and could unveil Pixie, an AI assistant rumored to debut in the Pixel 9. Generative AI updates for key products and AI-driven accessibility features may also take center stage.
Beyond the keynote, the full I/O schedule hints at discussions on Wear OS advancements, updates on Google TV and Android TV, insights from Google’s quantum computing team, and developments in Android Auto.
While a Pixel 9 or new Pixel Fold reveal seems unlikely, Google could surprise us with a glimpse of upcoming hardware. However, considering recent team consolidations, any hardware news may be a bit further down the road.
