The annual event for tech enthusiasts has a date: Google I/O 2024 will be held on May 14, 2024. This conference, held in Mountain View, California, is a must-attend event where Google showcases its latest innovations in software, hardware, and artificial intelligence.
What can we expect this year?
While Google has yet to confirm specific details, we can make some predictions based on current trends and the company's previous announcements.
Android 15:
Without a doubt, the big star of the event will be the next version of the world's most popular mobile operating system. Android 15 is expected to focus on improving security, privacy, and the user experience. Potential new features include:
- Permission management improvements: Android 15 could implement a more granular permissions system that gives users more control over how apps use their data.
- New privacy controls: Google is expected to introduce new features to protect user privacy, such as the ability to block background location access or limit microphone and camera usage.
- Accessibility features: Android 15 could include new features to improve the operating system's accessibility for people with disabilities.
Artificial intelligence:
Artificial intelligence (AI) is another pillar of I/O. Google often uses this event to showcase its latest advancements in this field, such as new language models, AI development tools, and AI applications for everyday life. In 2024, we can expect:
- New language models: Google could introduce new language models that are even more powerful and versatile than the current ones, capable of generating text, translating languages, and answering questions even more naturally.
- AI Development Tools: Google is likely to announce new tools to make it easier for developers to build AI-powered apps.
- AI applications for health: Google is working on various AI applications for health, such as diagnosing diseases or developing new treatments. We may see some advancements in this field during I/O 2024.
Hardware:
Google also often uses I/O to unveil new hardware devices, including smartphones, tablets, laptops, and smart home devices. In 2024, we can expect:
- New Pixels: Google is expected to announce the next generation of its Pixel phones , which could include new camera features, improved performance, and a refreshed design.
- New Wear OS devices: Google could also introduce new Wear OS devices, its operating system for smartwatches.
- New Nest devices: We may see new Nest or Smart Home devices, such as new thermostats, security cameras, or smart doorbells.
Beyond the news:
I/O isn't just about announcements; it's also an opportunity for developers to learn about Google's latest technologies and for tech enthusiasts to be inspired by the latest ideas and innovations. The conference offers a wide variety of technical sessions, workshops, demos, and social events.
How to follow I/O 2024?
I/O 2024 will be a hybrid event, with both in-person and virtual attendance. Those unable to attend in person can follow the sessions and events live through the official I/O 2024 website .
All in all, I/O 2024 promises to be an exciting event packed with technological innovations. If you're passionate about technology, don't miss it.
Remember that this is just a small selection of the potential new features expected at I/O 2024, based on our experience and trends. We recommend following our GSM News blog to stay up-to-date with all the latest information.