Google IO 2025 officially kicks off today, and begins with an opening keynote at 10am PT / 1pm ET.
For those of you eager to tune in, we’ve got all the information on how to watch the Google IO 2025 keynote – but we’ll also be rounding up everything Google announces after the event here.
According to Google, this year’s show will introduce software makers to the “newest developer tools and discover how they fuel innovation and enhance [your] workflow for maximum productivity” while those tuning into the keynote will “learn the latest news, announcements, and AI updates from Google.”
We could hear more about Android 16, Android XR, and a host of updates for Google Gemini, Project Astra, and more. So let’s dive in.
Google IO 2025: When will it happen?
Google IO 2025 runs from May 20 to May 21. The two-day event is held in-person at the Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View, California. The event commences with a keynote on Tuesday, May 20 at 10AM PT, which will be live-streamed, followed by the Developer Keynote at 1.30PM PT.
How and where can I watch Google IO 2025?
Google IO 2025 will be live-streamed online on YouTube and io.google. There’s no need to register to view the keynotes and developer sessions, but developers can register to receive Google IO communications.
We have the full details on how to watch the Google IO 2025 keynote.
Google IO 2025: What to expect
Here’s everything we could see at Google IO 2025. Some of these are almost certain to make an appearance, while others should be taken with a pinch of salt. Either way, we’ll need to wait until May 20 to find out what Google has in store.
Android 16
Now, Google sort of spoiled the IO keynote party by giving us our first in-depth look at Android 16 a week early during its ‘The Android Show’ event.
Chief among the changes in Andoid 16 is the new interface, dubbed Material 3 Expressive, which is set to bring a brand new look and feel to your Android devices.
Plus, the Android 16 Beta 3 has been available on select devices since mid-March, giving us a glimpse of new features like notifications with live updates, Bluetooth LE audio sharing via Auracast, a notification cooldown feature, and adaptive refresh rate.
Google is also introducing Priority Modes, adding greater control and customization to Do Not Disturb mode. You’ll be able to create customized modes, each with its own notification rules, icon, and name — for example, a Sleep mode that sets all notifications to silent. We’ll also see updates to camera controls and small changes to health functionality and accessibility.
We still expect Google to offer up more details on Android 16, such as a possible release date and supported devices – but while the latest generation of Android update has dominated IO in the past, this time around it may take more of a back seat.
Google also mentioned that developers should prepare for Android 16 for TV, so we could get updates on this plus other areas where Android appears – such as Android Auto.
WearOS 6
Google has confirmed Material 3 Expressive will be coming to WearOS 6 as well, meaning Android smartwatches are also in line for spruce-up.
It means there’s a good chance WearOS 6 will make an appearance during the Google IO 2025 keynote, which will be exciting news for owners of the Pixel Watch 3, Pixel Watch 2, Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 and OnePlus Watch 3.
Google Gemini improvements/additions
Google IO 2025 is likely to be heavily focused on AI and Google Gemini, with a number of updates and announcements.
Gemini in-car
Gemini is coming to Google’s car platforms, via Android Auto, and we could hear more about this. There’s a developer session specifically dedicated to new in car app experiences, too.
Gemini Nano and integrations
We’re also expecting updates on Gemini Nano, Google’s AI model that runs directly on devices such as the OnePlus 13, as well as updates to Gemini features and integrations.
Project Astra
At last year’s Google IO we were introduced to Project Astra, the next-gen AI assistant that can receive inputs from the real world, responding to what it sees. So it seems likely that we could get some updates on the assistant at this year’s event — though we’ll need to wait and see what those updates will be.
Android XR
We can’t wait to hear more about Android XR, the new OS for XR glasses and headsets. We got a glimpse of Samsung’s Project Moohan headset at Galaxy Unpacked in January. Samsung hinted that we could hear more about the headset, designed in collaboration with Google and Qualcomm, later this year.
So it’s likely we will find out more about Android XR at Google IO 2025. We could even hear more about what other devices may use Android XR.
New hardware
Google IO 2024 took place shortly after the Pixel 8a launch, though we didn’t see any new hardware debut at the event itself. That trend looks set to continue for Google IO 2025, so we’re not expecting anything new on the hardware front — but we could be surprised.
Ahead of Google IO 2025, we’ve already seen the Pixel 9a make a splash, with the Pixel 10 series expected in August. Other hardware we might see this year includes the Pixel Watch 4, which could land alongside the Pixel 10, a follow-up to the Pixel Buds A-Series, new Nest hardware, and a possible replacement for Chromecast.
