Google's second Android Show on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, unveiled Android 17 with a focus on practical features. Among the 12 biggest new features are Gemini integration for shopping and a panic button to combat doomscrolling.
Gemini, Google's AI assistant, can now handle shopping tasks directly from the home screen. Users can ask Gemini to find and purchase items, streamlining the shopping experience. The panic button, designed to help users break free from endless scrolling, provides a quick way to exit apps or lock the phone.
Other features include enhanced dictation, improved camera controls, and a redesigned app switcher. The update aims to improve productivity and digital well-being without a single headline-grabbing gimmick.
