5 things to expect at Google I/O 2026 — from Android XR smart glasses to Gemini Remy
Google I/O 2026 is set to take place from May 19 to 20, with significant announcements expected during the keynote. Among the highlights are the introduction of the Googlebook, a new laptop combining Android and ChromeOS, and a new AI assistant named Gemini Remy. The event will showcase advancements in AI and XR technologies, reflecting the latest trends in the tech industry.
- ▪Google I/O 2026 will run from May 19 to 20, featuring a keynote on May 19.
- ▪The Googlebook is a new laptop designed to run Android apps natively and is integrated with AI features.
- ▪Gemini Remy is an always-on assistant that can perform tasks across third-party apps with minimal user intervention.
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- ▪ Google I/O 2026: Even more AI is coming to Google Search — Mashable
- ▪ Everything Google announced at I/O 2026: Gemini, Search, Android XR, & more — 9to5Google
- ▪ Google I/O 2026 Live: Gemini, Smart Glasses and all the latest news — Tom's Guide
- ▪ Google I/O 2026: Android 17 updates, Android XR, Gemini Intelligence & more to expect — Times of India — Top
- ▪ Google I/O 2026: How to watch and what to expect — The Verge
- ▪ Google I/O 2026 Live Blog: All the Gemini and Smart Glasses Updates as They Happen — WIRED
- ▪ Google I/O 2026: How to watch live and everything Google could announce — Android Authority
- ▪ Google I/O 2026: What to expect from Gemini, Android 17, and more — Digital Trends
- ▪ Google I/O 2026 live blog: Updates on Android, Gemini AI, XR, and more we expect — ZDNet
- ▪ Google I/O 2026: Everything We Expect and How to Watch — PCMag
- ▪ Here's What We Expect to See at Google I/O 2026 — Lifehacker
- ▪ Google I/O 2026 keynote is May 19: here's what to expect and how to watch — Android Police
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Phones Android 5 things to expect at Google I/O 2026 — from Android XR smart glasses to Gemini Remy Features By James Rogerson published 18 May 2026 AI, XR, and new hardware could be in the offing When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Android XR prototype smart glasses (left) and the Googlebook (right) (Image credit: Future) Jump to: More Googlebook details Gemini Remy Android XR smart glasses Google Home Speaker More about Gemini Intelligence Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter It’s almost time for Google I/O 2026, with Google’s developer conference set to run…
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