Google I/O 2025: Schedule, Android 16, major AI announcements, and all that you need to know

Google I/O

Google I/O 2025 is poised to be one of the most important developer conferences in recent years. Traditionally, Google I/O has been the centerpiece of Android announcements, platform innovations, and new hardware reveals. However, this year marks a significant departure from that format. Google has strategically decoupled its Android announcements from the main I/O keynote and assigned them to a separate event — The Android Show — scheduled for May 13.

This shift underscores the increasing dominance of artificial intelligence (AI) in Google’s product ecosystem, suggesting a conference focused heavily on Gemini AI, Android XR, and broader integration across devices and services. Scheduled for May 20–21, Google I/O 2025 will take place at the Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, California, with in-person and live-streamed sessions. Here's what to expect:

Google I/O 2025: Dates, venue, and streaming details
Main conference dates: May 20–21, 2025
Keynote start time: May 20 at 10:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. ET
Venue: Shoreline Amphitheatre, Mountain View, California (Google HQ)
Streaming platforms:
Google I/O Official Website
YouTube (Google Developer Channel)
Google Developer app (for registered developers)

The event will include a mix of keynote sessions, technical talks, workshops, and breakout sessions, some of which will be streamed live while others remain exclusive to in-person attendees or on-demand playback.
Google’s Android Show 2025 set for May 13
Prior to the main I/O conference, Google will host The Android Show: I/O Edition on May 13 at 10:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. ET. This Android-specific event will focus on Android 16 and related platform announcements that traditionally would have been part of the I/O keynote.

Expected highlights:

Android 16 launch timeline
Final features preview
Pixel-exclusive capabilities
Android XR developments
Android Automotive and Wear OS enhancements

Google has not yet disclosed whether this show will be an in-person or fully online event. However, it is likely to be available via online platforms such as YouTube and the Android Developers page.

Android 16: Early arrival and key features
Android 16 stands out this year due to its accelerated release cycle. With four beta releases already available, the platform is expected to reach Platform Stability soon — signaling a feature freeze and bug-fix phase before the final release.

Key expectations from Android 16:

Refined user interface improvements
Enhanced privacy and security features
Expanded support for satellite communication
Optimizations for foldables and large-screen devices
Deeper integration of Google’s AI (Gemini) into the system-level experience
Pixel-exclusive features to be announced in subsequent Feature Drops

Additionally, Android platforms such as Android Automotive, Wear OS, and Android XR are expected to receive targeted updates.

Android XR and Project Moohan
Google has scheduled sessions specifically focused on Android XR, the new version of Android designed for mixed reality (MR) and extended reality (XR) experiences.

Project Moohan, a collaboration with Samsung, is expected to debut later in 2025.

Google may preview XR-specific capabilities such as spatial navigation, immersive apps, and AI-powered context-aware features.

Developer tools and SDKs for XR will likely be introduced or updated during the event.

AI at the forefront: Gemini, Astra, and Project Veo

Artificial Intelligence is set to dominate Google I/O 2025. With generative AI platforms like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Apple’s rumored “Apple Intelligence” entering the scene, Google is positioning its Gemini AI model as a central pillar of its ecosystem.

Gemini AI announcements expected:
Google teases Gemini AI upgrades for Gemini Advanced subscribers ahead of Google I/O 2025, according to a report by 9to5Google.

Newsletter statement: Google promises a "wave of exciting updates" for a more personalized assistant, improved productivity, and expanded interaction possibilities.

Expected enhancements:

Deeper integration enabling on-device task handling
Better connectivity with apps
New productivity tools within native system apps

Potential reveal:

Project Mariner – Gemini-powered AI agent currently in alpha testing

Operates within browsers
Interacts with images, forms, and other web elementsOther AI initiatives likely to be featured:
Project Astra: AI-powered real-time perception and multitasking agent
Google Veo 2: Advanced video generation and editing via AI
LLM advancements: Introduction of smaller and faster AI models for on-device use

With Android separated from the main event, the I/O keynote is expected to deliver deeper dives into these initiatives.Other products and updates to expect at I/O 2025
Beyond Android and AI, Google will explore several other important product and service updates. While these may not make it into the keynote, they will be addressed in specific technical sessions:

1. Google Chrome and web development
New features in Chrome DevTools
WebGPU and WebAssembly enhancements
Privacy Sandbox updates

2. Waymo and self-driving tech
AI improvements in autonomous vehicle systems
Updated SDKs or partnerships for developers working on mobility solutions

3. Google Pay and digital wallets
Security upgrades for Google Pay
Support for government-issued digital IDs and transit systems

4. Firebase and cloud services
Expansion of Firebase AI tools
Improved integration with BigQuery and Vertex AI

5. Material design and UX innovations
Material You updates for cross-platform consistency
Adaptive interfaces powered by AI context recognition