The keynote for Google I/O 2021 was held in Mountain View, California, United States. Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google, and his team of executives were in charge of the event. People from all over the world participated in the event to receive a first look at upgrades to Google products, including new AI milestones, useful improvements in Android, Photos, and Maps, and ways google designing with security and privacy in mind.
Google I/O 2021
The goal of the company is to organize the world’s information and make it universally useful and accessible. Let’s look into several announcements about Google I/O 2021 keynote conference, which runs until May 20:
Android 12 New Look
Android gets a new appearance. We’ve rethought the entire experience for Android12, from colors to shapes, light, and motion, all inspired by Material You. It’s more personal and expressive – a one-of-a-kind design created specifically for you.
Android has a new look. Inspired by Material You, we’ve rethought the entire experience for #Android12, from colors to shapes, light and motion. It’s more personal and expressive — a one-of-a-kind design, just for you. pic.twitter.com/xCRLr7XLWM
— Google (@Google) May 18, 2021
LaMDA AI LAnguage Model
Google showcase LaMDA as its new language model for dialogue applications at its I/O presentation. It claims to be able to talk on any subject and is offering as an open domain, meaning it is customizable for any conversation.
Meet LaMDA. Advances in natural language understanding are making it possible for us to build even more conversational AI. #GoogleIO pic.twitter.com/HJ8FgHtbFp
— Google (@Google) May 18, 2021
Google Wear OS Combining With Samsung Mobile Tizen
Wear OS and Tizen are collaborating, which is great news for both companies. Apps will launch faster, have better battery life. Additionally, you will have more options than ever before, from devices to apps and watch faces.
We’re combining the best of @wearosbygoogle and @SamsungMobile Tizen into a unified wearable platform. ⌚ Apps will start faster, battery life will be longer and you'll have more choice than ever before, from devices to apps and watch faces. #GoogleIO pic.twitter.com/vj2aYZD81x
— Google (@Google) May 18, 2021
Google Photos With Locked Folders
The company is adding a password-protected feature in Google Photos. Users will have to unlock the folder using their fingerprint or a PIN each time they wish to peek at some of their throwback memories. However, Locked Folder will be available on Google Pixel first, and then on other Android devices later this year.
With Locked Folder in @googlephotos, you can add photos to a passcode protected space and they won’t show up as you scroll through Photos or other apps on your phone. Locked Folder is launching first on Google Pixel, and more Android devices throughout the year. #GoogleIO pic.twitter.com/yGNoQ8vLdq
— Google (@Google) May 18, 2021
Google Workspace
Google Workspace now has a smart canvas to help teams collaborate on Google Docs, Sheets, and other productivity tools. Moreover, users will be able to video call their coworkers while working on their next task on Google Workspace.
Smart canvas is a new experience in @GoogleWorkspace that makes Docs, Sheets and Slides more flexible and connected, including:
– @ mentions
– Checklists
– Pageless formats
– Assisted writing
– Emoji reactions in Docs 👏
– Present to Meet https://t.co/ULTLxUOtNU#GoogleIO pic.twitter.com/uz2gj2evz8— Google (@Google) May 18, 2021
Google Maps Additional Information
Google is also introducing new features to make maps more useful, such as displaying different eateries at different times of the day. Also, pointing out local landmarks if you’re visiting a new city, and displaying how rushy a specific location is.
If you open up @GoogleMaps on a Tuesday morning, you probably want coffee spots. At 5pm, you might want to see places to grab dinner. Soon Maps will tailor what you see on the map based on things like the time of day or where you are. #GoogleIO pic.twitter.com/W734SIDIYM
— Google (@Google) May 18, 2021
Conclusion:
Google I/O is regarded as a celebration of technology for those who use and create it, including the millions of developers worldwide. However, the above-mentioned announcements are just a few from a list of new advancements Google shared with the world. Get more details on I/O 2021!