Google has officially announced the dates of its major annual developer conference — Google I/O 2026. The event will take place on May 19–20 in California. Traditionally, the announcement of the dates was accompanied by an interactive puzzle for technology enthusiasts.

What to Expect from the Conference?

Google I/O serves as a platform where the company showcases the future of its key services. This year, the main focus will be on the following areas:

• New Gemini capabilities: Breakthrough features of the AI assistant are expected to be presented, along with deeper integration into users’ everyday tasks.

• Android: Google will introduce a fresh vision of its operating system, focusing on interface convenience and security.

• Product ecosystem: The program includes demonstrations of new devices and updates to the company’s popular services.

Format and Participation

The conference will be held at the Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View and will last two days. The main keynote from company leadership will begin on May 19. The most significant announcements in the field of neural networks and AI are expected to be made on that day.

For those who want to be the first to learn about technological innovations, Google has already opened free online registration. Registered participants will gain access to the session schedule, exclusive developer content, and notifications about major releases. The full program will be published closer to the event date.

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