From Android O Beta to Google Assistant on iOS and Android apps on Chrome OS, here’s everything that is expected from Google at I/O 2017 developer conference.
Google’s annual developer conference, I/O 2017, kicks off tomorrow and will continue through the end of the week. The three-day developer conference will take place at Shoreline Amphitheatre, Mountain View, California, and Google will also be live streaming the keynote. Like every year, Google is likely to make some interesting announcements. Let’s take a quick look at everything that is expected at I/O 2017 conference.
Android O Beta
Earlier this year, Google rolled out Android O Developer Preview for Pixel and Nexus devices. Recently, Google also announced the end of Android Nougat Beta, and its plans of releasing Android O Beta soon. At the I/O 2017, we expect Google to shed more light on the new features, changes and release date of the Android O Beta. ALSO READ: Android O Beta to release after I/O 2017 as Google ends Android Nougat Beta
Just a couple of days back, Google also announced new changes to the Android OS that will help smartphone manufacturers to roll out Android updates faster. Called ‘Project Treble,’ Google is introducing a modular base for Android which does away with the need of reworking on vendor implementation. Smartphone makers can update their smartphones to the latest operating system by simply updating the OS framework. More details on how it works is expected from Google. ALSO READ: Google I/O 2017: Special developer session aimed at large screen Android apps
Google Assistant for iOS
Earlier today, we came across a report that Google is planning to make its AI-based voice assistant available on iOS. It is expected to be a standalone app, and could first make its way to iPhones and iPads in the US, followed by other regions. It will be a good move considering iOS is the second largest mobile OS with a huge install base. ALSO READ: Google Assistant rumored to launch as a standalone app on iOS
Improvements to Google Home, AI
Last year, along with Pixel and Pixel XL smartphones, Google also announced its AI-based smart speaker called Google Home. You can ask Google Home about weather updates, set reminders, ask to play your favorite music, and much more. Google is likely to announce further improvements it has been making to the assistant. ALSO READ: Google’s Project Treble brings modular base for Android, could help OEMs deliver faster software updates
Android apps on Chrome OS
Even though Android apps currently work on Chrome OS, the feature is still in beta and apps don’t run smoothly as you would expect them to be. Google could announce additional compatibility and developer tools to make it easier to port apps from Android to Chrome OS.
Instant Apps
At I/O 2106, Google announced Instant Apps that lets you use apps without installing them on your smartphone. It can come handy as you will no longer need to install apps that you hardly use, once in a blue moon. Additionally, you will also be able to save that amount of space on your smartphone. Google had recently started testing the Instant Apps in the US, and it could announce the wider availability of the same in other regions as well. ALSO READ: Google starts testing Android Instant Apps, lets you use apps without installing them
Chrome browser, Progressive Web Apps
Google had also announced Progressive Web Apps for Chrome browser. There are only a handful of Progressive Web Apps compatible with Chrome Canary browser. At I/O 2017, Google may announce about further developments of web apps. And with Windows 10 S OS only allowing users to install apps from the store, there are high chances Google may announce Chrome browser for Microsoft’s lightweight, education-focused OS.
Updates to Google Allo, Duo
Last year, Google also introduced Allo and Duo, messaging and video chat apps with a lot of interesting features. The Allo messenger comes with Google Assistant built-in, whereas Duo is a straightforward voice and video calling app. Since its release, both apps have seen a number of bug fixes and other improvements, and this time around, Google may announce new features coming to these apps.
Fuchsia OS
Lastly, Google’s mysterious new operating system, Fuschia, was recently spotted in a leaked video. The OS comes with a completely new UI and it is not based on Linux. With the new OS, Google has likely done away with Java, which would mean it no longer has to pay royalties to Oracle for its ongoing patents lawsuit. We wouldn’t be surprised if Google sheds more light on its new operating system.
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