Android Show 2026: See everything Google announced.
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O Google performed the The Android Show: I/O Edition, an event dedicated to the latest news in the ecosystem Android before the Google I/O 2026Among the announcements are the Gemini Intelligence, a new layer of AI integrated into the system, the Googlebook, a new category of laptops with Gemini at the heart of the experience, plus updates for Android Auto, Chrome on Android and creative features of Android 17. Check out the main highlights:
Gemini Intelligence
One of the main announcements was the Gemini Intelligence, a new layer of AI that transforms the Android in a more proactive and contextual system. According to GoogleThe idea is to make the system go beyond simply organizing apps and start helping the user complete tasks across different services.
More autonomous assistant
In practice, the Gemini Intelligence It starts performing tasks on behalf of the user without them needing to manually switch between applications. The idea is to connect information from different services and present ready-made actions for review and confirmation.
During the presentation, the company demonstrated the assistant transforming a shopping list into a cart ready to finalize the purchase and reserving a spot in a spinning class. The system also works in a multimodal way: the user can, for example, take a picture of a brochure and ask Gemini to search for similar options in travel apps.
O Gemini Intelligence It only performs actions with user authorization. An icon in the notification bar indicates when the system is active, and it's possible to track the progress of any task in real time.
Smart Autofill
Google also introduced an evolution of autofill on Android. The new autofill It can fill out complex forms, such as those from airlines, by pulling information from different sources on its mobile phone.
If the user has a passport photo on Google PhotosFor example, the system extracts the data and automatically fills in the fields. The functionality connects to... Google Wallet, gmail, Photos and other services, and can be disabled at any time.
The feature is not new: in February of this year, the Samsung presented the Now Nudge, implemented to Galaxy S26, with a similar functionality. The idea seems to work well on paper, but in practice it still needs improvements on Samsung smartphones. We'll see if it gets better with the Google update.
Correcting dictated messages
Another novelty is the Rambler, a voice-to-text conversion tool that uses artificial intelligence to organize the user's speech. Unlike traditional transcription, the Rambler It removes filler words like "um" and "like," reorganizes ideas, and delivers a clean and concise text. After transcription, the user can still request additional revisions, such as adding emojis to the text.
According to Google, the multilingual model of Gemini can reorganize the speech while maintaining the coherence of the final text. The company also states that the Rambler It does not store or save voice recordings, which are used only for transcription.
Widgets created with AI
O Create My Widget It allows the user to create custom widgets for the home screen using text commands. Simply describe what you want, such as "suggest three high-protein recipes every week," and the system generates the widget automatically.
Widgets work on mobile phones, watches with Wear OS, and the new Google Book, bringing together information from apps like Gmail and... Google Calendar In a single panel. In the demonstration, the company showed a widget that consolidated flight, hotel, and restaurant data for a trip, all on the home screen.
Availability
The new feature is arriving first for devices. Samsung Galaxy e Google Pixel in the Northern Hemisphere summer, between June and September, with subsequent expansion to Wear OS, Android Auto, Android XR and the new Googlebooks.
In terms of smartphones, the Google The company announced on its blog that only more premium models, with at least 12 GB of RAM, five years of operating system updates, six years of security updates, and support for Google's Nano v3 programming language, will receive Gemini Intelligence. In this scenario, these are the devices that support it. Google Intelligence:
- Google: Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, Pixel 10 Pro Fold
- Honor: Honor Magic 8 Pro
- IQOO: Article 15
- Motorola: Signature
- OnePlus: OnePlus 15, OnePlus 15R
- OPPO: Find X9, Find X9 Pro, Find X8, Find X8 Pro, Reno 14 Pro 5G, Reno 15 Pro 5G, Reno 15 Pro Mini 5G, Reno 15 Pro Max 5G
- Really: realme GT 7T
- Samsung: Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 +, Galaxy S26 Ultra
- I live: vivo X200T, vivo X200, vivo X200 Pro, vivo X300, vivo X300 Pro
O Google has a partnership with Samsung which anticipates new features compared to devices from other brands, so rumors suggest that the Gemini Intelligence It should be released in July of this year, available first for the Galaxy Z Fold8, Galaxy Z Fold8 Wide and Galaxy Z Flip8.
Googlebooks
New operating system and integration with Android.
The main surprise of the event was... Googlebook, a new category of laptops that combines the Android to ChromeOSThis is the first laptop designed from the ground up for Gemini Intelligence, more than 15 years after the launch of the... Chromebook original.
According to Google, the Googlebook combines the Android app ecosystem with ChromeOS features in an experience built from the ground up for Gemini Intelligence.
Magic Pointer
The main distinguishing feature of the line is... Magic Pointer, developed in partnership with Google DeepMindWhen you move the cursor over any element on the screen, the system offers suggestions based on the displayed content. Pointing to a date in an email, for example, allows you to schedule a meeting with one click.
Since the feature is built on Gemini, it also understands images. In the demonstration, the presenter selected a photo of a baby's room and an image of wallpaper, and the system showed how the two would look together directly on the screen.
Folders and shares
Googlebooks feature Quick AccessThis feature allows you to access files from your Android phone directly through your laptop's file manager, without needing to transfer anything. Applications installed on your phone can also be opened directly on your laptop.
In the demonstration, the presenter opened the Duolingo From your phone to your Google Book, you can continue your lessons without needing to install the app or deal with emulated touch controls.
Partners
The first models in the line will be manufactured by Acer, ASUS, Dell, HP e Lenovo, with an expected arrival in the fall in the United States, between September and December 2026. Each Googlebook There will be a light bar called Glowbar to clearly identify the product line. The Prices have not yet been released.
Along with the official announcement, a leaked video was already circulating online showing how the Googlebook operating system should work in practice. Check it out below:
Android Auto
New look
O Android Auto It received a complete interface redesign, based on the design. Material 3 Expressive. O Google The company adapted the system to work on screens of different shapes and sizes, regardless of the car model. According to the company, there are more than 250 million cars Compatible with Android Auto worldwide, the Gemini is already being integrated into the platform with new features throughout the year.
Integration with Gemini
For anyone who has Gemini Intelligence on mobile, the feature Magic Cue He gets to his car. He understands the context of incoming messages, searches for relevant information in his email and calendar, and suggests replies with a touch.
The company also demonstrated ordering meals via voice command. Doordash, the first partner in this integration. The dashboard will also now feature customizable widgets.
Immersive 3D navigation
Furthermore, the Google Maps wins Immersive NavigationPresented as the biggest update to the map application in over a decade, the feature brings a 3D view with buildings, terrain, traffic lanes and signage, making maneuvers and lane changes easier.
In eligible cars with Google integratedThe live lane guidance feature can use the vehicle's front camera to identify the car's position on the road and suggest lane changes in real time. Google built-in is available on over 100 models from 16 brands, and... Zoom It was also announced as a new app for the platform.
Support for HD video and Dolby Atmos.
For the first time, Android Auto allows you to watch videos in Full HD (1080p) at 60 fps While the car is parked or charging, when the driver resumes driving, the content automatically switches to audio-only mode in apps compatible with background playback. This feature is available on select models of... BMW, Ford, genesis, Hyundai, Kia, Mahindra, Mercedes-Benz, Renault, Škoda, Tata e Volvo still this year.
The system will also now include support for Dolby Atmos in compatible apps and cars.
Android 17
Gemini on Google Chrome for Android
Another novelty is the Gemini in Chrome, already available in the desktop version and now also announced for the browser in Android devicesThe tool is based on Gemini 3.1 It allows you to search, summarize, and compare content directly in your browser, via a Gemini icon at the top of the screen.
The feature also connects to other apps. Googleas the gmail, Agenda e Keep, allowing you to create events or notes without leaving your browser. In addition, integration with... Nano Banana It allows you to generate or customize images directly in Chrome.
The feature that attracted the most attention was the auto-browsingThis allows Gemini to perform web tasks for the user, such as reserving a parking space near an event. Actions involving purchases or social media posts require manual confirmation before completion. Auto-browsing will initially be available to subscribers of the plans. AI Pro e Ultra in the United States.
The distribution of Gemini in Chrome The Android version begins in late June on select devices in the US with at least [number of Android devices]. Android 12.
Better photos and videos to share
One of the most anticipated new features for Android users is the improved quality of photos and videos when sharing them on social media. Android 17 optimizes the process from image capture to uploading to platforms like Instagram, called... capture-to-upload pipeline.
According to tests performed with the model Universal Video QualityVideos recorded and uploaded from flagship Android phones now achieve equal or superior quality to Apple's, ending a stigma that persisted for years. This is a welcome change for those who have complained for years that photos and videos lose quality when uploaded via Apple devices. AndroidThis is one of the most anticipated system fixes.
Better photos on Instagram
O Google announced a partnership with Meta to improve the experience of Social media coordinator on Android devices. The app now features capture and playback in Ultra HDRIntegrated video stabilization and night mode are features that were previously only available in the native camera app.
O Social media coordinator It was also optimized for tablets. Android, making better use of the space on larger screens.
Remove audio noise in Edits
In-app edits from Instagram, the Sound Separation arrives firsthand for AndroidThe tool separates audio tracks such as wind, music, and ambient noise, allowing you to adjust each one individually. The feature runs directly on the device, without needing to send the file to the cloud.
Edit reaction videos
For content creators, the Android 17 bring the Screen ReactionsThis system allows you to record the screen and the front camera simultaneously. It keeps the creator in frame and automatically removes the background in real time, without the need for chroma key.
The feature makes it easier to create reaction videos and is first arriving on devices. pixel in the Northern Hemisphere summer. It was also announced that the Adobe Premiere It's coming to Android sometime in 2026, with templates geared towards creating... youtube shorts.
Pause Point
With digital well-being in mind, Google introduced the Pause Point, resource of Android 17 which adds a ten-second pause when the user tries to open an app marked as a "distraction." During this pause, the screen displays alternatives such as breathing exercises, personal photos, or suggestions for other apps.
The differential of the Pause Point Unlike traditional time limits, this feature doesn't completely block the app, but creates an intentional barrier. To disable the feature, the user needs to restart their phone, which acts as an additional obstacle against impulsive use.
According to Google, tools like the Pause Point They help users reclaim time that can be used for hobbies or spending time with friends.
3D Emoji
O Android 17 bring the 3D emojis from the collection Noto 3D, with almost 4.000 emojis Redesigned to be more expressive and detailed. They're arriving first on devices. pixel and will be expanded to applications such as Gboard, YouTube e gmail.
Simplified transfer from iOS to Android
O Google also announced a partnership with Apple to facilitate the migration of iOS for AndroidThe new process transfers passwords, photos, messages, apps, contacts, and even the... eSIM Wirelessly. The feature is first arriving on devices. Samsung Galaxy e Google Pixel.
It's worth remembering that the ecosystem Android Communication between platforms continues to grow. During the event, Sameer samat, President of the Android Ecosystem at Google, he pointed out that the system records 2,5 billion RCS messages per day, with end-to-end encryption, and that group chats between Android and iOS have grown. 116%.
Quick Share compatible with AirDrop
Google also announced the expansion of compatibility between QuickShare e AirDrop for more Android devices with compatible hardware, including models from Samsung, Oppo, OnePlus, Living, Xiaomi e Honor.
From now on, users of Android they can also generate a QR code Use Quick Share to share files with iOS devices via the cloud. Integration with the WhatsApp It was also announced, allowing instant sharing via the messaging app.
Availability
The first batch of availability of Android 17 This should happen in July 2026, when Samsung is expected to launch new foldable smartphones with the interface. One UI 9But devices from other brands will likely have to wait until August, when the Google Pixel launches new smartphones and also releases the stable version of its new operating system.
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Sources: A, Google Blog, The Android Show I/O Edition 2026, YouTube, The Android Show: Developers Cut, YouTube, MysticLeaks, YouTube e Android in the car updates, Google
reviewed by Victor Pacheco in 12 / 05 / 2026
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