One of the most awaited tech events of the year is the Google I/O event held on May 11, 2022. This event revealed all the hardware and software developments that Google is planning to release soon. Initially, this event was conducted for developers who create apps for Android, Wear OS, and Chrome OS. Still, over the years, this event has fascinated all those interested in technology.
The event went on for approximately 120 minutes and was held in a hybrid mode meaning some people attended the live event offline while others could stream it on Youtube. Let us find out what was revealed at this event without wasting much time.
Here is a quick list of products revealed during Google IO 2022.
| Hardware | Software |
| Pixel Watch
Pixel Buds Pro Google Pixel 6a Pixel 7 & Pixel 7 Pro Pixel Tablet Google Glass |
Android 13
Health Connect Casual Google Assistant Magic Eraser Update Google Maps Update Fast Pair Skin Tone Research |
Now that you know what was released let us discuss a few details about each product.
Pixel Watch
One of the most exciting announcements of Google I/O was the Pixel Watch, which will soon be launched with Wear OS 3 and “deep Fitbit integration.” Although the details are scarce, we know that the Pixel Watch is circular and domed, with a side button. It is expected to be released later this year, in October.
Android 13
For all the tech-savvy people and sweet tooth people out there, it is time for The Italian Dessert “Tiramisu” because that is the codename for Android 13. This year’s presentation was focused on security, and Android 13 continues that trend with a nod to RCS, a text messaging standard, and wallet enhancements. While the latest Android 13 public beta for Pixel 6 phones is now available, others can expect the Android 13 roll-out in October. The Android’s theme in this OS will be called Material You, and it has been refined, with music controls on your lock screen that adapt to the colors you choose and a stronger focus on security. Full-screen alerts are being added to earthquake warnings to define the situation and provide helpful directions to safety properly.
Pixel Buds Pro
Google has announced the Google Pixel Buds Pro, a new and enhanced version of the Google Pixel Buds that will be available for pre-order on July 21, 2022. Google’s latest true wireless earbuds have a multipoint connection, which allows them to pair with several devices simultaneously, active noise reduction with a passthrough transparency option, and spatial audio compatibility, which will be available later this year. The Pixel Buds Pro will continue to offer live translation in over two dozen languages and Google Assistant integration for controlling your smart home. However, the Buds Google unveiled at Google I/O are slightly larger than their predecessors, owing to the addition of more microphones and a larger battery inside the case.
Google Pixel 6a
At the Google IO 2022 keynote session, the Google Pixel 6a was confirmed. According to the ‘a’ in its name and the series’ standards, this is a cheaper version of the Google Pixel 6. The Google Pixel 6a costs $449, £399, or $749 in Australia. Pre-orders begin on July 21 in the United States and Australia, with the phone going on sale on July 28. It comes in white, green, and black, or chalk, sage, and charcoal, to give the colors their official names. Like the other Pixel 6 phones, the Google Pixel 6a boasts a 6.1-inch OLED screen with a punch-hole cut-out. It boasts a 1080×2400 resolution and 429 pixels per inch but a 60Hz refresh rate only.
Health Connect
The Android Developers blog announced the launch of a “platform and API for Android app developers” that will allow them to “securely access and exchange health and fitness data across Android devices.” Or, to put it another way, it’s a method to make all of your health and fitness apps work together. Essentially, this is a way for many independent health apps (such as diet, wearable, fitness tracking, and peripheral apps) to share the same data, allowing you to track your health without switching between a hundred distinct apps. This is fantastic news for folks who have an excessive number of health devices.
Pixel 7 & Pixel 7 Pro
After Pixel 6a, it was unexpected that Google announced Pixel & and Pixel 7 Pro. Although details were not released, we know that it will feature Android 13 OS. The novel feature is that the metal frame is one piece with the camera bump, and it appears to be built of recycled materials. According to the image shared, the Google Pixel 7 Pro will feature three lenses, while the Pixel 7 will only have two. Both phones will employ the next-generation Google Tensor chipset, which should be a little speedier and support excellent new camera capabilities. We’ll have to wait for additional information on the Pixel 7 series.
Pixel Tablet
Assuming the Pixel 7 series was not enough to surprise us, Google announced Pixel Tablet at the same event. But there’s a catch: this isn’t going to happen anytime soon. Google has confirmed that it will arrive in 2023, but we expect to see more of it. Apart from the image you can see, not much about the tablet was shown. The bezels around the screen are pretty large, and it’ll also feature Google’s Tensor chipset, though if it’s due in 2023, it may be the second- or even third-generation of that CPU.
Google Glass
Wait, there is more on the hardware menu! Google ultimately blew our minds with eyeglasses that translate what someone is saying to you in front of your eyes. The glasses appear to be completely natural and work without using a phone. The glasses use augmented reality and artificial intelligence (together with presumably embedded cameras and microphones) to observe who is speaking to you, hear what they are saying, translate it, and display the translation on the embedded, translucent screens incorporated into the eyeglass frames in real-time.
Casual Google Assistant
Instead of saying ‘Hey Google,’ Google Assistant will soon recognize your casual cues for requests, allowing you to glance at the device and speak. Look and Talk, the first key feature, eliminates the need to utilize “Hey Google” by simply gazing at a Nest Hub Max to unlock it and asking the appropriate query. To be recognized by the device, you must opt-in and have both Face Match, and Voice Match turned on. Next, the Google Assistant will be able to interpret far more natural interactions, such as the ums, uhs, and likes we use in everyday conversation, and will even monitor the context of the request to better prompt you if you forget the proper word.
Magic Eraser Update
The Magic Eraser tool on Pixel 6 devices helps you rapidly eliminate undesired persons or objects from a shot. Google has recently revealed that the tool will acquire a new feature that will allow you to change the color of things in your images with a single tap.
Google Maps Update
Google Maps is going to get three amazing updates, namely:
- Google is focusing on sustainable and environmentally friendly routes to ensure that consumers can help counteract climate change, and this feature will be available beyond the US later in 2022.
- There will also be an Immersive view option, which will allow you to fly around like Superman or a drone inside restaurants utilizing neural rendering.
- Another significant enhancement is indoor photographs while visiting a coffee shop or restaurant, with a greater emphasis on better quality when browsing a structure.
Fast Pair
Fast Pair is an excellent and latest Google tool that speeds up the process of connecting smart home gadgets to your phone and each other. It finds nearby devices using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) without using a lot of the phone’s battery. According to the business, the fast Pair and the Matter connectivity standard has the “magical” ability to interconnect devices and services from a wide range of manufacturers, overcoming one of the fundamental challenges of setting up a smart bulb or other intelligent devices. Google, Apple, Samsung, Amazon, and others are all supporting Matter, a new communication standard that promises far easier setup, much more interoperability, quicker speeds, and more.
Skin Tone Research
“Skin Tone Research” is a new Google Responsible AI, a free and open-source development tool that uses Dr. Ellis Monk’s Monk Skin Tone Scale to create a more inclusive AI that should operate better for all users. Google has started testing the scale globally to optimize the software and the user experience. When developers begin to use this tool, it should be valuable for AI photo editing tools to accurately edit photos for search results to deliver a broader range of results.
Your Thoughts On The Latest Google IO 2022 Event.
That is all there was in the Google IO 2022 event, and it was a fantastic experience with all that tech (Hardware & Software) coming to us over a few months. I hope that the journey I took you through was fruitful and exciting because I did not miss anything. In the comments section below, it is your time to share how you enjoyed the event and which products you are excited about and why.
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