Elsewhere, tipsters claim we could get our first glimpse of the long-awaited Pixel Watch as well as an update to Wear OS – Google’s Android-based software that powers fitness trackers and smartwatches. Following the acquisition of Fitbit, some believe that Google will leverage its internal design teams to create a new flagship smartwatch that complements its Pixel line of smartphones.
However, this is one rumour to take with a hefty pinch of salt. Whispers of an imminent Pixel Watch announcement have been a staple before every major Google keynote for years, with some reports that Google has pulled a reveal of the hardware at the eleventh hour ahead of previous events due to dissatisfaction with the final product.
Rounding out the keynote, we’d expect some new features for Google Photos, YouTube, Google Duo and Messages, as well as the Google Assistant.
Google IO will be available to stream for free on YouTube, and Express.co.uk will be in the (virtual) audience. Stay tuned for the latest announcements from the big G.
