Google has confirmed the dates for its I/O 2026 developer conference, teasing potential revelations about its smart AI glasses set for launch later this year. The event will run from 19 to 20 May at the Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, California, with global livestreaming.
The conference promises updates on AI breakthroughs,Gemini, Android, and more, continuing the AI focus from previous years.
Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai announced the newson X, posting: 'See you all atGoogle I/Ostarting May 19th!'
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The keynote kicks off on 19 May at 10:00am PT, featuring live demos and sessions. Google will shareadvancementsin Android, Chrome, Cloud, and AI technologies. Last year's I/O emphasised AI, with updates to Gemini models and new generative tools. This year, expect similar emphasis, perhaps including dialogues on AI's future.
The event is free to stream, encouraging wide developer participation.Registrationis open for updates. Hardly a surprise, given Google's ongoing push in AI, the conference remains a key fixture for tech enthusiasts and professionals. More details on sessions will follow closer to the date. The two-day format allows for in-depth technical content, networking opportunities for in-person attendees, and interactive elements online.
Google has also launched a playful save-the-date experience, where users can engage withGemini-built playgroundactivities ahead of the event. The annual gathering, held since 2008, typically occurs in May or June.
Google has teased the launch of its first smart AI glasses for 2026, potentially detailing more at I/O. The lineup includesaudio-only glassesfor Gemini interaction and models with in-lens displays for navigation and translations. Partners include Warby Parker, Samsung, and Gentle Monster, aiming for stylish, everyday wear.Warby Parkerconfirmed its first Google-linked glasses will debut in 2026.
This move competes with Meta's Ray-Ban glasses, which sold over7 million unitsin 2025, with sales tripling. Meta aims to sell20 to 30 millionunits by the end of 2026. Google's previous Glass attempt ended in 2015 amid privacy concerns and limited appeal, but current AI advancements offer renewed potential.
Fans were quick to reacton X'Google is building 2 product lines of glasses, one audio focused with speakers, microphones and cameras, and another with displays in the lenses for private navigation, captions and other overlays, with first models targeted for 2026 through partners like Samsung, Warby Parker and Gentle Monster.'
Source: International Business Times UK
