Google I/O 2023: What to expect

By: Rohit Yadav

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Updated on: 10-Mar-2023

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Although the conference is mainly geared towards developers seeking insight into the latest updates on Chrome, Android 14, and Search, it has also become the platform where Google reveals and previews its latest products. This trend is set to continue, with the keynote expected to unveil new products such as the highly-regarded Pixel a-series phones, which offer excellent value for money.

This year's event promises to continue in this tradition, with attendees eagerly anticipating a wealth of exciting announcements. Whether you're a developer seeking to improve your knowledge of the latest programming languages or a consumer eager to learn about the latest Google gadgets, Google I/O is the event to watch.

Google is a company renowned for its innovation and its continued impact on the tech industry. As such, this year's event is expected to be more significant than ever, offering insights into the future of technology and its impact on our lives. Mark your calendars for Google I/O and prepare to be dazzled by the latest and greatest offerings from one of the most innovative companies in the world.

When is Google I/O 2023?

Google's yearly developer conference usually occurs in May, and this year is no exception. The puzzle for this year's event was solved by a worldwide team of participants, revealing the date of the I/O conference as May 10th.

The conference will once again be held in-person, similar to last year's Google I/O 2022 event, but with a limited live audience. Google seems to be urging most attendees to watch the event online. Due to the pandemic, Google I/O 2020 was cancelled, and the 2021 conference was entirely virtual. However, as in the past ten years, the opening keynote and many of the panels will still be available online.

What to expect?

Google has not disclosed any details about what it will announce at the upcoming developer conference. However, some leaks and rumours suggest what to expect from the event. One area of focus could be AI announcements, and there might be hardware reveals such as the budget Google Pixel 7a or the Google Pixel Tablet.

AI

According to a report by the New York Times, Google responded with a code red activation after the launch of Bing's chat-based search and ChatGPT 4.0. Google held a "Live from Paris" event to introduce its chat-based search engine, Bard, but the company has more to offer in the field of AI.

Other AI based products we could see:

The studio produces and modifies images. The third version of AI Test Kitchen is used for testing forthcoming AI features publicly. "Shopping Try-on" is a YouTube feature that utilizes green screen-like technology, enabling you to try on clothes from home. "Maya" is a 3D visualization tool for shoes. A video summarization tool is available that generates a shorter video from a longer one. Google Pixel phones have a wallpaper creation tool. A tool was developed for other companies to aid them in creating their AI applications.

Pixel 7a and Pixel Tablet

At the previous year's developer conference, Google unveiled the Google Pixel Tablet. However, it still hasn't been released to the public almost a year later. It's probable that Google will announce a launch date and pricing at Google I/O 2023.

Furthermore, the launch of the Google Pixel 7a may take place during the same event. The budget phone's second-generation version could have the same Tensor G2 chip as the Pixel 7, but it may not be available immediately. Although the Pixel 6a was announced in May 2022, it didn't become available for purchase until the end of July.

Pixel 8 sneak peek

Although the Google Pixel 8 series is scheduled to arrive in the third quarter of 2023, it's still possible that we could get a preview of it at Google I/O 2023. Google is renowned for showcasing products in advance to avoid leaks and regain control of the narrative, as it did with the Pixel Tablet and Pixel 7 lineup at the previous year's I/O event. Therefore, it's possible that we could have a sneak peek at the Pixel 8 series, which is expected to debut later in the year.

Android 14

The preview of Android 14 is now available for developers and users who are willing to experiment with beta software. Although the initial version of Android 14 appears almost identical to Android 13, tech experts such as Mishaal Rahman and enthusiastic tinkerers have discovered many hidden features. At Google I/O 2023, Google is expected to unveil several of these features officially and may launch the second Android 14 Beta, scheduled to release in May.

Where to watch Google I/O 2023 online?

Registration for the event is now open on Google's website for those who wish to participate using their account. However, if you only intend to watch the main keynote, it is likely to be accessible on YouTube without requiring registration. The main keynote is scheduled to commence at 10am PT / 1pm ET on May 10th, and we will provide a link to stream it closer to the event.

With Google I/O quickly approaching, we may receive further information about what to anticipate in the near future. In the interim, we suggest catching up on the events of last year's Google I/O 2022, which was brimming with new revelations and fascinating insights.