The Google I/O 2013 event is already underway but Google didn't unveil the X-phone, a new Nexus 7, new Nexus 5, or any new device. Google did unveil a Samsung Galaxy S4 'Google Edition' -- a pure version of the flagship device that will be available for SIM-free purchase in June. Google also unveiled a new interface and a ton of new features to the Google Maps app for Android and iOS. In addition, Google unveiled elements to Google Play Services; announced Android Studio, a brand new IDE built just for Android; and several improvements to Google music. Google CEO Larry Page, who's suffering from a vocal-cord problem, made a surprise appearance at Wednesday's Google I/O.
What Else You Need To Know
- Improvements to Google music include a complete redesign of the mobile and web app, Listen now, recommendations, radio, and the announcement of a paid streaming service.
- Google didn't unveil a new version of Android (either 4.2.3 or 5.0).
Other sources
- iPhone Hacks
- Google to launch streaming music service at Google I/O tomorrow
- Into Mobile
- Google I/O Keynote will be Livestreamed on Youtube. Watch it here!
- Phone Arena
- Stock Android powered Samsung Galaxy S4 Google Edition coming to Google I/O?
- AndroidSPIN
- [RUMOR] Samsung Galaxy S4 Google Edition to be at Google I/O?
- Phone Arena
- Nexus 4 in white taken through its paces on video ahead of Google I/O 2013
- GigaOM
- Live blog: Google I/O 2013 showcases Android, Chrome, YouTube and more
- Phone Arena
- We're at Google I/O!
- Other
- White LG Nexus 4 shows up in Dubai ahead of Google I/O. May not get to Moscone Center in time
- Android Guys
- Samsung Galaxy S4 Google Edition set to be announced at Google I/O
- Daily Mobile
- Samsung Galaxy S4 “Google Edition” with stock Android to be announced at Google I/O?
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