Google I/O 2018 Unveils Android P Beta and AI-Powered News
Google reveals the Android P beta with smart battery and wellbeing tools at its annual developer conference. The tech giant also introduces a revamped Google News app driven by artificial intelligence.
Google kicks off its annual developer conference by unveiling the beta version of Android P, bringing a host of intelligent features to mobile devices. The new update introduces adaptive battery and brightness settings that use machine learning to optimize power and display based on user habits. System navigation also receives a major overhaul, replacing traditional buttons with iPhone X-style gesture controls.
The Android P update focuses heavily on anticipating user needs through features like App Actions and Slices, which provide smart suggestions and interactive app previews directly in search results. Google also prioritizes digital wellbeing by introducing a dashboard to track device usage, app timers to limit screen time, and a wind down mode that activates night light during bedtime. The beta launches today on Pixel devices and select partner smartphones from brands like Sony, Nokia, and Xiaomi.
Beyond mobile operating systems, Google announces a completely redesigned Google News app powered by artificial intelligence. The new app organizes breaking stories into coherent storylines in real time and features a personalized "For You" tab that improves its recommendations the more a person uses it. A "Full Coverage" section ensures readers see a complete and diverse picture of major news events.