Update: 04/24/2023 12:00 EST by Aryan Surendranath
The post has been updated with new details about the Google Pixel 7a and Google Pixel Fold.
I/O is a developer conference organized by Google every year, scheduled for May 10, 2023. In the past, the event has served as a platform to showcase upcoming features and software developments that happen behind closed doors. But over the past few years, it has evolved into something more.
Here we’ll dive into the details you need to know about the upcoming event and what you can expect from it being presented in 2023.
How and where can you watch Google I/O 2023?
Last year, Google ran an event that was broadcast live on YouTube and had in-person attendees — some developers were invited to try out Google I/O for a day.
For 2023, the event will follow a similar setup. Google has already said that I/O 2023 will have a limited live audience and will offer a live stream of the keynote keynote – which will begin at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET on May 10 – and the 100 (and more) technical sessions that will take place.
What to expect at Google I/O 2023?
We mentioned that Google I/O has become more than just a software-based conference. This change is due to the fact that the OEM has recently chosen to tease upcoming products or even unveil new hardware on stage.
Last year we saw the unveiling of the popular Google Pixel 6a at the event along with teasers for the Pixel 7 series, Pixel Tablet and Pixel Watch. We expect something similar to happen this time, along with all the new features and excitement Android 14 and Bard will bring!
An in-depth look at Android 14 and its features!
Android 14 is coming in handy for the brave consumers and developers in the form of a Developer Preview. According to a common update schedule, in May 2023 the software will approach its second beta. Thus, we expect Google to have a lot to share about the new features.
The current version showed a focus on accessibility features, a focus on privacy, improved security, and improved animations. It looks to be an update that doesn’t offer visual fixes but does show improvement in performance and user experience, and we can’t wait to find out more.
Cool: Google’s Take on AI
When ChatGPT took the world by storm, many turned to Google to inquire about what it had to offer and what it offered, which led to an impromptu event that was presented as “Bard”. Since then, the tool has also entered the hands of users.
AI has been the talk of the town so far in 2023, and we expect Google to show off the other AI-based cards it has up its sleeve, especially since reports about CEO Sundar Pichai ordering fast-tracked developments have swirled around the internet.
New Google devices for 2023 and beyond
Google Pixel 7a
Google Pixel 7
The Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro corrected a lot of the problems the Pixel 6 series had and became one of our most favorite smartphones in 2022. So much so that we don’t hesitate to recommend it in 2023 and beyond, but we understand the price of these models. It could be a stretch for some. And this is a situation in which the Pixel A series devices have navigated quite well.
We think Google will want to continue the wave of good journalism. Hence, we expect the Google Pixel 7a to appear at the event along with confirmed details of its specifications, pricing, and availability.
But if you want to know what to expect from the upcoming smartphone, the latest Google Pixel 7a rumors suggest that the device will offer a few new features — drastic changes like the 90Hz refresh rate panel and Pixel 6 series camera hardware — and a new color for the price. higher.
Google Pixel Fold
Unlike the Pixel 7a, which only recently saw a number of details become public, the Google Pixel Fold rumors have steadily made their way in, giving us little information at a time. But, after Jon Prosser’s latest leak, it has been confirmed that the official announcement of the Pixel Fold will take place at Google I/O 2023.
The device is rumored to come with a starting price of $1,799, but it will offer a design made with premium materials and will even include a Pixel watch for early buyers.
Google Pixel device
Along with the smartphone announcements, we believe the Pixel Tablet will finally see more details announced. At I/O 2022, when Google teased the tablet, it stated that it will hit the market sometime in 2023. Hence, we look forward to seeing details on pricing and availability.
With it’s been almost a year since we first saw a glimpse of the Pixel Tablet and rival brands like OnePlus also introducing their own tablets and stepping up the competition, we’re hoping there’s one to go with before the excitement runs out of steam.
There may be a lot to unpack at Google I/O 2023
There’s only two months left until Google I/O, and you bet we’re excited to see what it achieves. If we go by our predictions based on Google’s recent (and previous) announcements, there’s a lot to look forward to in May 2023. Plus, leaks about Google’s take on foldable phones, which are more detailed than before, only fuel the excitement.