Google has officially announced “The Android Show: I/O Edition”, scheduled to air on May 13, exactly one week before its annual developer conference, Google I/O. The event is expected to showcase the latest innovations in the Android operating system, possibly offering an early preview of Android 16.
The teaser features Sameer Samat, President of the Android Ecosystem at Google, and hints at significant updates and developments in the Android platform ahead of the main I/O conference.
Although no further details have been disclosed, the early spotlight on Android may be part of Google’s strategy to give its mobile OS more focus—especially since AI and tools like Gemini have taken center stage at recent Google I/O events.
When and how to watch The Android Show: I/O
Google has announced “The Android Show: I/O Edition”, a special event scheduled for May 13, 2025, at 1:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PT. It will be broadcast on the official Android YouTube channel and will highlight the latest innovations in the Android ecosystem—most likely offering a preview of Android 16.
The teaser features Sameer Samat, President of the Android Ecosystem at Google. It promises updates that will set the stage for the company’s larger developer conference, Google I/O 2025, happening a week later.
Google I/O will begin on May 20, 2025, and will be streamed live via Google’s YouTube channel. While Android takes the spotlight on May 13, the main I/O event is expected to emphasize artificial intelligence, particularly advancements related to Google’s Gemini AI.
What to expect from Android 16?
The next version of Android is expected to introduce significant visual changes to the operating system, driven by a new evolution of Material Design 3—Google’s design language for system icons and interface layouts.
Google has scheduled a dedicated session at Google I/O 2025 to present this new design direction, titled Material 3 EXPRESSIVE, which suggests more dynamic and customizable visual elements.
In addition to visual updates, Android 16 will likely improve notification grouping and enhanced split-screen functionality, especially on tablets.
According to Android Headlines, one of the most intriguing additions may be a new “bubble” system for multitasking. Unlike traditional split-screen mode, this feature would allow users to open apps in floating bubbles, making it easier to use multiple tools or apps simultaneously, similar to how chat bubbles work for messaging apps.
