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APRIL 15, 2026 / Pay
Google has introduced enhancements to the Google Pay API to provide developers with greater flexibility and control over merchant-initiated transactions (MIT). The update includes new objects within the PaymentDataRequest to specifically handle recurring subscriptions, deferred payments like hotel bookings, and automatic account reloads. By allowing merchants to clearly define future payment terms, these changes improve transparency for users and help reduce transaction declines through better token management. Developers can now implement these features to create more seamless and secure long-term payment experiences.
FEB. 19, 2026 / Gemini
The Android XR team is using Gemini's Canvas feature to make creating immersive extended reality (XR) experiences more accessible. This allows developers to rapidly prototype interactive 3D environments and models on a Samsung Galaxy XR headset using simple creative prompts.
JULY 10, 2025 / Cloud
Updates in Firebase Studio include new Agent modes, foundational support for the Model Context Protocol (MCP), and Gemini CLI integration, all designed to redefine AI-assisted development allow developers to create full-stack applications from a single prompt and integrate powerful AI capabilities directly into their workflow.
JUNE 10, 2025 / Pay
Use a sandboxed iframe to implement Google Pay on checkout pages, which helps comply with PCI DSS v4 requirements by isolating scripts. Shopify successfully implemented this method and passed the PCI DSS v4 audit.
MAY 28, 2025 / Android
Google Pay support within Android WebView is now available, starting with WebView version 137 and Play Services 25.18.30, allowing users to utilize the native Google Pay payment sheet within embedded web checkout processes.
MAY 22, 2025 / Smart Home
Gemini intelligence is being integrated into Google Home APIs, offering developers access to over 750 million devices and enabling advanced features like AI-powered camera analysis and automated routines.
MAY 22, 2025 / Wallet
Google Wallet has expanded globally and introduced new features like digital IDs via a new Digital Credentials API, granular notifications for pass updates, and nearby pass notifications, along with other features like Value Added Opportunities and a Pass Upgrade experience.
MAY 21, 2025 / Pay
At Google I/O 2025, new Google Pay API updates were unveiled to enhance checkout experiences with features like Android WebViews integration, a more versatile API, and improved developer tools.
MAY 20, 2025 / AI Edge
Google AI Edge advancements, include new Gemma 3 models, broader model support, and features like on-device RAG and Function Calling to enhance on-device generative AI capabilities.
MAY 20, 2025 / Android
Top announcements from Google I/O 2025 focus on building across Google platforms and innovating with AI models from Google DeepMind, with key focus on new tools, APIs, and features designed to enhance developer productivity and create AI-powered experiences using Gemini, Android, Firebase, and web.
