The 5 Most Important Announcements From Google I/O 2016

At Google I/O 2016, a three-day conference where the company brings together developers to discuss the future of technology with a focus on building web, mobile and enterprise applications, Google made some big announcements. The company previewed demos and discussed new innovations and update to their current technologies.
Here are the biggest announcements from Google I/O:
1. Daydream: Google’s new VR platform
Google introduced its new mobile virtual reality platform, Daydream, during Google I/O this year. The platform is built on top of Android N and appears to be bigger and better than Google Cardboard. Daydream will provide an experience for users to play around in, complete with a home screen and apps. Google has reportedly already made VR versions of YouTube, Street View, Google Photos and more. Companies have already started developing for Daydream as well—including The New York Times, HBO and Netflix.
2. New features for Android N
Speaking of Android N, Google says it’s getting a huge update when it’s released next year. Parts of the major software release will include: improved performance and graphics, file-based encryption, automatic removal of unnecessary apps, direct reply features on notifications, multitasking, and Android N will automatically download and install system updates…and more.
3. Blueprints for a VR Headset