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As if you didn't have enough Google news to catch up with after I/O's keynote, we've also got a new Android 17 QPR1 Beta 3 release.
Google’s new Android Halo feature hints at a future where AI quietly works alongside you instead of demanding constant attention. The most interesting part is how little it tries to get in your way.
Your Android Auto is due to get a slew of new updates in 2026, and some of these will be significant improvements over how the system previously worked.
The first model of Google's Android XR smart glasses has been compared to Meta's Ray-Ban glasses. These smart glasses are equipped with a camera, speakers, and a microphone, and can interact with Google's AI assistant Gemini. There is no display with this model.
Android Auto's latest update offers a more personalized and customizable in-car experience. The software now adapts to various infotainment screen sizes and allows for custom widgets. Video streaming from apps like YouTube will be available in select parked cars later this year.