Google I/O 2023: What to Expect?

In terms of software, we expect two major announcements: Android 14 and Google’s ChatGPT competitor – Bard. According to some sources, Google will focus more on the latter in an effort to showcase its advances in AI. For the time being, we know relatively little about the upcoming version of Google’s OS, but it looks like Android 14 will be a somewhat incremental update. Secondly, on the hardware front, the Pixel 7a, Google’s entry-level smartphone for 2023, will almost certainly make an appearance. Based on most rumors, the Pixel 7a could come equipped with a plethora of upgrades, including a Tensor G2 chipset, 6GB of RAM, a 50MP primary camera and a 90Hz panel.

Lastly, and perhaps most interestingly, we could finally see Google’s long awaited debut on the foldable market – the Google Pixel Fold. Based on leaked renders, we expect the notepad-style foldable to have very different dimensions than the ones of its main competitor, the Galaxy Z Fold 4.

The Pixel Fold could come with a 7.57-inch primary screen and a 5.79-inch cover screen, both of which with 120Hz refresh rates. The foldable will likely be powered by Google’s Tensor G2 and could potentially be much cheaper than Samsung’s Fold 4.

It should be noted that Google has the tendency to reveal bits of information about upcoming products that are still in relatively early stages of development. Hence, in all likelihood, we will also be getting some sort of surprise teaser as well.

Google I/O 2023: What not to Expect?

Given that the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro made their debuts less than half a year ago, it is safe to say we are not expecting a new Pixel flagship lineup. Additionally, launches of new wearables and earbuds are also not particularly likely. A Google AR/VR headset announcement is also not in the cards.