Google is reorganizing its approach to Android updates at this year’s developer conference, Google I/O. The company has announced “The Android Show: I/O Edition,” a virtual event airing on May 13, where it will share information about the latest Android ecosystem updates.
This move marks a change in programming for the main conference, with AI news and updates likely taking up more time. However, Google claims there are “so many new things to share” about Android that it’s created a special event to showcase them. Despite this, Android will still have a presence at I/O in keynotes and technical sessions.
The decision suggests this year’s conference may be even more focused on AI than usual. But the exact reasons behind the shift remain unclear, leaving attendees wondering if there’s too much news or simply not enough emphasis on Android updates.
Source: https://techcrunch.com/2025/04/28/google-shifts-android-news-to-a-virtual-event-ahead-of-its-i-o-developer-conference