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Google I/O 2026: Gemini Intelligence, Googlebooks, Android XR glasses, and what to expect from the keynote
Google I/O 2026 kicks off 19 May with a keynote at the Shoreline Amphitheatre. Pre-announcements include Gemini Intelligence, an agentic AI layer for Android; Googlebooks, premium Android laptops replacing Chromebooks; Android XR smart glasses with Gemini 2.5 Pro; and Android 17 features.
TL;DR
- Google I/O 2026 starts on May 19th with a keynote.
- Pre-announcements include Gemini Intelligence, an agentic AI layer for Android.
- Googlebooks, premium Android laptops, will replace Chromebooks.
- Android XR smart glasses with Gemini 2.5 Pro are expected.
- Features for Android 17 will also be presented.