A lot got discussed during the opening presentation of Google I/O. To make life a bit easier, here are the key points –

– Android Pay – Google’s mobile payment system to take on Apple Pay.

– Android M – Next version of android available as a developer preview. Features like Doze for deep sleep battery saving make sense, app permissions simplified and work just like iOS ie you agree to each as the app needs for example to location services or microphone. Native fingerprint support. App to App linking and the web view replaced with Chrome.

– Nvidia Shield Android TV got mentioned – this is one product I can’t wait to test for its gaming options.

– Expeditions and Family Star – focus on kid ranking for apps/games. Expeditions for teaching kids with virtual reality.

– New developer tools. Not that exciting unless you’re a developer.

– A new OS for the internet of things called Project Brillo

– Google Now got expanded to include Google Now on Tap – so Google Now can views all your digital footprint and then uses that to apply contextual information inside of the app you are currently using. This was cool.

– Google Photos – Google announced a new standalone photos app. Free storage of all your photos up to 16mp and 1080p for videos. The service also automatically manages and organises your photos. The photos are slightly compressed too. Editing options include collages, making movies and more.

So what was your favourite part?