Google I/O 2026: How to watch and what to expect
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- Google I/O starts at 10 AM PT/1 PM ET on May 19, livestreamed on YouTube and the Google I/O site.
- Google will showcase a new Gemini AI suite dubbed “Gemini Intelligence,” featuring task‑automation and a custom‑widget generator.
- Android XR may be highlighted with prototype smart glasses, potentially featuring Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Glasses.
- Google will update its Home speaker line, and a leak indicates Walmart will launch a Gemini‑branded smart speaker.
- The Verge will provide live coverage via a live blog.
Why it matters: Developers gain immediate access to Gemini Intelligence’s task‑automation and widget tools, letting them embed AI into apps faster; Google strengthens its AI platform, pulling users toward its services.
