On Monday, Google unveiled plans for a new event focused on Android updates, set to air just a week before the start of its annual developer conference, I/O 2025. Titled The Android Show: I/O Edition, this new series aims to deliver several announcements concerning the upcoming version of the Android operating system (OS), Android 16. The event is scheduled for May 13, with Google I/O 2025 commencing on May 20. Historically, Google tends to announce various enhancements to Android throughout the year, but significant features are typically revealed during Google I/O, marking The Android Show as a notable first for the Mountain View tech giant.
Date for Google Android Show: I/O Edition
Google has announced that The Android Show: I/O Edition will take place on Tuesday, May 13, at 10:00 AM PT (10:30 PM IST). Sameer Samat, President of Android Ecosystem, will join the Android team for a livestream session on YouTube, during which numerous Android-related announcements are anticipated.
While the specific details of what will be revealed remain unclear, this show will provide an opportunity to explore the latest innovations and features before the commencement of the I/O developer conference, according to Google.
A media note circulated by Google, which was reviewed by Android Authority, quoted Samat as saying, “What’s new with Android has always been a huge part of Google I/O, and we know people are excited! That’s why we’re kicking off this year’s I/O season with a special deep dive — The Android Show: I/O Edition. We’ll be sharing news now to get you ready for I/O, where even more special announcements and surprises are in store.”
Additionally, Google I/O 2025 is set to span two days, taking place on Tuesday, May 20, and Wednesday, May 21. Following previous patterns, the event is expected to begin with a keynote address by Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai. Anticipated highlights include major product releases and software updates, such as Android 16 and Gemini enhancements, scheduled for the forthcoming calendar year.
