Google Android 17 and Gemini Intelligence Features Coming Summer 2026
Original: The Top New Features in Google’s Android 17—and Gemini Intelligence—Coming This Summer
Why This Matters
Demonstrates Google's strategy to deeply integrate AI across Android ecosystem and devices
Google announced new features for Android 17 and Gemini Intelligence at the Android Show on May 12, 2026. Key updates include AI-powered widget generation, improved voice-to-text with filler word removal, and expanded Gemini Task Actions that can handle bookings through Chrome browser without requiring specific apps installed.
Google revealed Android 17 features and Gemini Intelligence updates at the second Android Show on YouTube, a week before Google I/O 2026. Android president Sameer Samat continues developing an 'intelligent operating system' with AI-powered features including generative widget creation and enhanced voice-to-text that removes 'ums' and 'ahs.' Gemini Intelligence packages new AI features for flagship devices, rolling out to Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel phones this summer, then smartwatches, cars, smart glasses, and laptops later. Multi-Step Task Actions expand to more apps and services, allowing Gemini to handle bookings through Chrome browser without requiring specific apps. Users can snap photos of brochures and ask Gemini to 'find a tour like this on Expedia for four people.' VP Mindy Brooks emphasized user control, stating users can turn off AI features and make choices that work for them.