Google I/O 2023 latest updates, Hardware, software, and AI

The Google I/O 2023 event had finally come to an end. From the latest advancements in AI, and new tech based on it, to the expansion of the Pixel lineup, we saw it all. Expect to see more updates in the coming months. Good Night!

I/O Flip is a card game based on generative AI. With over 7 million unique combinations, you will never get bored. You can also make cards of your own choice.

Google's first foldable smartphone, is the Pixel Fold. It has a book-like foldable design with a 7.58-inch AMOLED inner display, a 5.78-inch cover screen, an in-house Tensor chipset, and triple rear cameras.

The Pixel Tablet is the company's first tab. It has an 11-inch QHD+ touchscreen, a Tensor G2 processor, and a single camera on the front and back.

Pixel 7a is the first hardware unveiling of the day. It packs a 6.1-inch OLED screen, a Tensor G2 processor, and a 4,410mAh battery. It is available starting today.

Features like Pixel Call Assist, Pixel Camera, and Pixel Speech on the Pixel handsets are getting an AI boost later this year. The portfolio will slowly grow.

Magic Compose is coming to Google Messages, powered by generative AI. Customizable lockscreen shortcuts and making wallpapers using emojis are also now possible. Converting normal pics into stunning "cinematic" wallpapers is a new way to express yourself.

WhatsApp is coming to Wear OS this summer. Compose and read messages on the move, right from your smartwatch. Find My Device has become smarter as well. There are also the 'Unknown tracker alerts.'

In Google Images, users will able to get in-depth info about a pic in the About section (publishing date, similar pics). These will aid in combating disinformation and misinformation. The tech giant is also introducing a 'Universal Translator.'

Project Tailwind is an e-notebook connected to Google Drive. Powered by AI, it automatically compiles glossaries, keywords, etc. based on your notes and docs. It is in the prototype stage and will surely make studying easier. Interested parties can sign up now.

Google Cloud users can now build generative applications using Vertex AI (for businesses). Parties like Canva, Deutsche Bank, Salesforce, KPMG, Deloitte, and Uber have joined hands with the tech giant. Vertex AI has three models: Imagen, Codey, and Chirp. It is now in preview.

Google's oldest product is getting an upgrade thanks to Generative AI. The search results page now shows descriptions as well as images. You also get to verify what's shown on the screen (recommendations from experts).

Stuck while writing? No idea what to say next? Google Docs, Sheets, and Gmail are getting several AI-backed features that would take care of your problems. Becoming a writer has never been easier. Simply use the 'Sidekick' feature.

Google Bard is available from today in 180+ countries. Besides English, you will also be able to access it in Japanese and Korean. Support for 40 more languages is coming soon.

Bard is now a pro at maths and reasoning-based questions. It is running on the PaLM 2 LLM. The chatbot is fast and can engage in code generation, debugging, and even explanation. It has been trained on 20+ programming languages. Bard is also available in a dark mode.

PaLM 2, Google's most advanced LLM is finally here. It has four models, Gecko, Otter, Bison, and Unicorn. The company is building 25 products based on it. PaLM 2 is now in preview mode.

The Google I/O 2023 is now underway. The event starts with an address by CEO Sundar Pichai. The one thing on his lips? AI. From integration in Gmail to Maps, our minds are blown.

Google might finally pull the wraps off its first foldable smartphone, the Pixel Fold. The book-like foldable device will feature a 7.58-inch AMOLED inner display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 5.78-inch cover display.

Google might announce that the Bard chatbot—first showcased in March—will now be capable of being used for coding as well as solving math and logic questions. Also, besides English, it will be available in Japanese and Korean languages.

Expect many AI-focused announcements, including a new large language model (LLM), and improvements to Bard and Search. And of course, a look at Android 14 is always welcome.