Google I / O 2016: date and place

The date is already confirmed, Google I/O 2016 will take place between 18 and 20 May at Shoreline Amphitheatre in Montan View, San Francisco.

What will we see at Google I/O 2016?

Android N

We have already written a great article about new operating system Android N. Speaking briefly, we are waiting for new notifications menu, quick settings menu and other features.

Virtual reality

There are two main rumors about virtual reality projects related to Google.

The first one talks about a new virtual reality glasses that will compete with Samsung Gear VR. Google has already launched its affordable Cardboard glasses, but this year could launch a more serious device with lenses and improved sensors.

The second rumor says that Google intends to improve Android for virtual reality applications. Whatever it means, we expect that virtual reality will soon become part of our lives.

Chrome OS

Chrome OS may become the center of attention at Google I/O 2016. The latest rumors suggest a complete unification with Android, portable and mobile merger would create an experience never seen before.

The representative of Google have denied these rumors, however it is well known that both systems have long been in talks. In addition, the lines between hardware devices are increasingly blurred, Pixel C, for example, is more netbook than previous tablets Google, so it’s not unreasonable to think that Google is working on something new.

Android Wear

Modern smartwatches work almost without the help of smartphones but what is expected of them is still a mystery. Google could announce further improvements in voice control, more gesture controls and perhaps new devices.

In addition, we know that Android Wear is compatible with iOS since 2015, so we should not be surprised if this year Android Wear will be compatibility with Windows Phone.

Internet of Things

When Google purchased Nest for $3.2 billion in 2014, they were interested in expanding the market of Internet of things.

In 2015, Google took a step in this direction when it announced its Project Brillo – an operating system designed to facilitate the development of specific applications for this sector.

Also in 2015 Google launched OnHub: a pair of router solutions for Wi-Fi that produced in collaboration with Asus TP-Link and in order to provide better and faster Internet access.

In other words, Google has three main pillars to provide solutions for future new internet technologies: Nest, new devices, routers and its own operating system.

Project Ara

We’ve been listening to Project Ara modular phone Google since 2013, but we are still waiting for its release. In 2015, the company expected to launch a trial version but the project was delayed and eventually launch was canceled.

The official Twitter page of Project Ara confirmed that device will go on sale in 2016 somewhere in the United States. We expect more details of this project in Google I/O 2016.

Nexus 7 (2016)

7-inch tablet Google, Nexus 7, was launched for the first time in 2012 with the collaboration of ASUS. The latest rumors suggest the return of tablet in 2016 with new friend of Google – Huawei.

It is expected that Nexus 7 (2016) will have a metal body and a lower price than Pixel C, while the screen remains the same size – 7 inches.

New messaging application

Some rumors suggest that Montan View giant plans to launch a new messaging application. The main difference from other messengers on the market is artificial intelligence that uses bots to answer questions.

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Nexus 7 was one of the most famous Nexus devices. 7-inch tablet was released in 2012, while the second version of the device was introduced in 2013. Both generations have been manufactured by ASUS. Also Taiwanese company has released Nexus Player in 2014.

Now Android Headlines sources report that Google plans to release a new generation of the Nexus 7 tablet in partnership with Huawei. According to information, the tablet can be presented at the developer conference Google I / O 2016. At the moment, details about the specifications or features are not reported.

Many people believe that these rumors are true and Huawei really will release a tablet Nexus 7. However, we have some arguments against this theory.

Why Nexus 7 from Huawei will not be released in 2016

7-inch tablets are not so popular as two and a half years ago. To be honest, it is difficult to imagine that Google is still interested in the development of the next tablet with a similar screen size. As you remember, Nexus 6P has a 5.7-inch screen, and each year the size of the screens of smartphones increases. In this context, the 7-inch tablet really does not fit.

Furthermore, Nexus 7 is a budget tablet, because of its low quality materials. Huawei, despite the fact that a Chinese manufacturer, not exactly known for its low prices (even high-end smartphones Motorola are cheaper than the flagship smartphone Huawei). For this reason, it is difficult to imagine that Huawei will develop a continuation of the line of budget tablet Nexus 7.

Why Nexus 7 from Huawei will be released in 2016

Huawei has introduced a 7-inch tablet MediaPad X2 this year. In addition, the Chinese company has several tablets with screen sizes 8 inches. So manufacturer may be interested in the promotion of compact tablets.

Popularity Nexus 6P can lead to long-term cooperation between Google and Huawei, whether it be a new tablet Nexus or any other device.

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