Google just held its annual I/O developer conference. The conference happened from May 20 to May 21 of 2025. People could attend the conference both in person and online. The in-person event was held at the Shoreline Amphitheatre. This location is in Mountain View, California.
There is also supplementary online content available to peruse. People can check out this content to learn more about the discussed topics. In general, AI was the main focus of the conference. One topic at the conference was Gemini, Google’s generative AI model. Another was the Android XR glasses, which are AI-enhanced. Also discussed were ways the company is incorporating AI into the search process.
Google I/O 2025 Event
Google I/O is a large annual developer conference. TechCrunch states: “I/O showcases product announcements from across Google’s portfolio.” This year, the conference took place on May 20-21, 2025. It was held in Mountain View, California. The venue was the Shoreline Amphitheatre.
The conference could also be attended online. According to Google’s website, the conference material has been made available to “everyone, everywhere.” Virtual attendees could watch livestreamed events. They could also learn more at their own pace through on-demand content.
Gemini Updates
Updates to Gemini generative AI offerings were discussed at the conference. The Large Language Model (LLM) that Google has developed is called Gemini. The company’s chatbot, once known as Bard, is run by and referred to as Gemini. IBM reports: “Google is gradually integrating the Gemini chatbot into its suite of technologies.” These technologies include Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Google Workspace.
Gemini 2.5 Pro was set to be introduced at the I/O conference. However, ZDNET reports that Gemini 2.5 Pro was released “ahead of schedule.” Beta testers had responded positively to Gemini 2.5 Pro. It was, therefore, released weeks before the beginning of the conference. At the conference, other Gemini announcements were made. According to ZDNET, “Google announced several improvements to Gemini 2.5 Pro and Flash models.” ZDNET states that Gemini 2.5 Pro will now include “Deep Think support.” This new technology provides a research methodology that takes various hypotheses into account.
Technology to Wear
This I/O conference also discussed Android XR glasses. These glasses are expected to become available later in 2025. According to ZDNET, the glasses are “everyday wearables that can leverage cameras, microphones, and speakers.” Gemini technology is also included to enhance your viewing experience.
The Android XR glasses can be used to take photographs and compose text messages. They can also provide helpful travel directions. The glasses are filled with useful technological features. They are also designed with a stylish appearance in mind. ZDNET states: “Google is partnering with popular eyewear brands like Gentle Monster and Warby Parker.”
Search Process Innovation
Another announcement at the conference was about AI Mode within Google Search. According to Mashable, this feature was announced as “launching… to everyone in the United States.” Interested users can currently access this new way to search. The new AI Mode feature offers a more nuanced, complex way to ask questions. A search can be broken down into multiple components.
Mashable states: “Later this summer, Google will launch Personal Context in AI Mode.” This feature will provide context-based search suggestions. It will take into account previous searches and user information. Another upcoming AI feature is Deep Search. ZDNET states that Deep Search will provide “a more robust and thought-out search response.” Also, there will be an option to display search data visually in a graph format.
Area of Focus
The Verge reports: “Google I/O 2025 was dedicated to AI.” Chrome and Gmail are also incorporating AI more thoroughly. Google is emphasizing including AI throughout its offerings. In addition, improvements have been made to what the company’s AI can do. The Verge explains that areas of improvement include “making images, taking actions, and writing code.”
