Google unveiled some special features and fun design elements of Android 16 in "The Android Show: I/O Edition" last night. The show was an event focusing on Android ahead of the Google I/O developer conference to be held on May 20-21. Let us tell you that last year's Google I/O focused more on AI, but this time through this show, Google has also focused on the changes in Android.
In this standalone event, special attention was given to things like Android 16, Wear OS 6, design, AI integration, security and device tracking. Let us tell you that Google I/O is Google's annual tech event, where it introduces its new products, software updates and innovations.
Material 3 Expressive will change the look of Android
In this event, Google said that Android is the most popular OS in the world with more than 3 billion active devices in more than 190 countries. After this, Google unveiled Material 3 Expressive. This was also the life of the event. Actually Google launched Material You in the year 2021. Material 3 Expressive is an upgrade of this which focuses on the expression of the user. With Material 3 Expressive, some very amazing UI animations have been added to Android 16. Springy, fluid transitions and haptic feedback are the most amazing. Apart from this, blur effect has also been added to Android 16. Also, in Android 16, users will get the option to further personalize home screen grids, quick settings and themes. Google has said that this feature will be seen in the beta version of Android 16 by the end of this month.
Many changes in Wear OS 6 too
Wear OS 6 brings an optimized design for round watch displays. Smooth scrolling and dynamic color theming have been added to it. This will make it easier to spot UI elements and elderly users will be able to use it easily.
Gemini from car to watch
At this event, Google said that the scope of Gemini is going to increase. Google will now integrate it from watch to car. Gemini will bring support for natural interactions through voice, text and images in smartwatches running on Wear OS. After this, features like setting reminders, asking questions or connecting apps can be used through Gemini. At the same time, conversational commands for navigation, messaging, translation and media summaries in Android Auto will be available through Gemini.
