Google I/O 2026 Scheduled for May 19-20 in Mountain View

Google has announced the dates for its annual developer conference, Google I/O 2026, setting the two-day event for May 19 and 20 in Mountain View, California. The conference, a key platform for unveiling updates to Android, artificial intelligence tools and other company products, will take place at the Shoreline Amphitheatre, consistent with recent years.

The announcement came via a post on X from Google CEO Sundar Pichai, accompanied by an animated teaser highlighting icons for Android, Chrome and Search. Google also launched an interactive online experience built with its Gemini AI model, where participants could engage in games and creative tasks to reveal the dates. Registration for the event is now open on the official website, io.google2026, allowing developers and enthusiasts to sign up for in-person attendance or receive updates via email. Keynotes, sessions, fireside chats and product demonstrations will be available both onsite and through livestreams on YouTube, ensuring broad accessibility.

Attendees and viewers can anticipate a focus on software advancements, particularly in AI and mobile operating systems. Google has emphasized its Gemini AI as a central theme,...