Ladies and gentlemen, Google I/O 2013 is here.
Google's annual developers' conference kicks off at 9:00 a.m. PT (12:00 p.m. ET) today. The event opens with a giant two-and-a-half-hour keynote that promises to be jam-packed with juicy Google news.
We're expecting to see a new version of Android along with several additional updates related to the platform. And you can bet there'll be plenty of other surprises.
I'm at San Francisco's Moscone Center watching it all unfold. I'll be providing live play-by-play commentary along with my Computerworld colleage Sharon Gaudin, who's also here on the floor. We'll have live streaming video so you can follow along yourself, too; just scroll down to find it all.
So, are you ready to get Googley? The action's all right here on this page, starting at 9:00 a.m. PT.
UPDATE: The event has come and gone. You can read through the live blog below (it's in reverse chronological order), check out a full video of the keynote at the bottom of the page, or click over to some of my post-keynote coverage:
• Google I/O 2013: 11 important things you might have missed
• Google I/O 2013: What happened to Android?
• Google's new weapon in the Android upgrade battle
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
I think it's safe to say that's a wrap. If anything more happens, I'll let ya know. #io13
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
We're still dragging along here with the Q&A, folks. Crowd is getting antsy. Been sitting here for coming up on four hours now. #io13
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
Page mentions a difficult relationship with Oracle. "Money is more important to them than any collaboration." #io13 #GoogleIO
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
The new Google Music streaming service is now live in the U.S., if you want to try it: @sgaudin
Talking about innovation, Larry Page says, "We're at 1% of what's possible." #io13 #GoogleIO
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
Hold on.... Google really isn't going to talk about Glass? Not showing off any new Glass apps? Nothing? Bizarre. #io13
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Especially compared to what we saw at I/O last year -- Android 4.1, Nexus 7, Google Glass (and its crazy skydiving debut). #io13
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Not to say there's been nothing important unveiled today. But all subtle stuff, relatively speaking -- no single piece of huge news. #io13
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Nothing too notable in the Q&A so far. I'm holding onto hope there might be some big surprise left, but my optimism is fading. #io13
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
Larry Page is taking questions from the audience. #io13 #GoogleIO
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
Larry Page tells Scoble he didn't appreciate the pic of him wearing Glass in the shower. None of us did, Larry. #io13 #GoogleIO
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Page is opening up the floor to questions from the crowd. This is a strange vibe... #io13
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
I/O does run through Fri. But while we'll likely get interesting nuggets in upcoming sessions, the keynote's where big news happens. #io13
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
Really strange talk from Google's leader. He's not talking Glass or Android. More like talking with him in a hallway or bar. #io13
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
Larry says innovation is being slowed by the negativity focused on Google and tech in general. #io13 #GoogleIO
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Will be quite the surprise if there's nothing new on Glass, Android, or Nexus devices. But starting to look like it might be the case. #io13
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
Odd that Larry's not wearing Glass on stage. He seems more focused on being a bit philosophical. #io13 #GoogleIO
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Google just posted a summary of I/O announcements to its blog: @sgaudin
Larry talking about his dad and how he encouraged his son in computers and robotics. #io13 #GoogleIO
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Page is talking about the amazing progression we've seen with technology over the past several years. All general stuff so far. #io13
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
Larry's voice sounds pretty scratchy. Kudos to him for coming out to talk to this group of developers. #io13 #GoogleIO
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Larry Page's voice sounds noticeably weak today. He talked about the reason why with the NYTimes yesterday: @jr_raphael
Page on stage. #io13 http://pic.twitter.com/zEm11Um1QC
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
There he is. Larry Page makes his way out onto the stage. People starting to wake up now. #io13 #GoogleIO
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Here's something: Larry Page just walked out onto the stage. Thunderous applause. #io13
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Hah. If only. (But seriously, there's been time.) #io13
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
This I/O keynote has been going on so long that Verizon might have updated all of its phones to Android 4.2 while we've been in here. #io13
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
New Google Maps launching today on the desktop. #io13 #GoogleIO
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
Google Maps now maps out the Earth traveling through space with stars in the right position. #io13 #GoogleIO
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
It's possible the Google I/O keynote is just a ruse and we're all being held hostage... #io13 #GoogleIO
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
This new Maps stuff is nice and all, but we really need a major injection of energy to wrap this thing up. WHERE ARE YOU, SERGEY?!? #io13
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
After last year's Glass-wearing sky divers, this keynote is a bit slow. But how do you top last year? Just don't try? #io13
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
But, considering it's already 11:35 a.m. here -- the time this keynote was supposed to wrap up -- I'm starting to wonder. #io13
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
I said before I'd be pretty shocked if we didn't see a new version of Android and a refreshed Nexus 7 this week. That's still true. #io13
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
Googler says, "This is the new Google Maps" and maybe a dozen people clap. I think everyone has passed out. #io13 #GoogleIO
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Still been no news on Google Glass, no news on Google TV, and no major news on Android software or devices. #io13
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
The future of Google Maps --- Build a map for every user that adapts to what you do. #io13 #GoogleIO
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
More people coming out to talk about the future of Google Maps. Yeah -- this thing clearly is running long. #io13 #TheNeverEndingKeynote
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
Google Maps' new look is coming this summer. Too bad -- thought it was ready now. #io13 #GoogleIO
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
The new Maps app has a slick-looking tablet-optimized interface, too. #io13 #KeynoteExhaustionSettingIn
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
New Google Maps for mobile includes a new look, a 5pt rating system, Zagat reviews... for Android and iOS. #io13 #GoogleIO
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Confirmed: New Hangouts chat service is coming to Gmail. Per Google: @jr_raphael
Google Maps will now feature integrated Zagat data. Full editorial reviews, scores, etc, right in the app. #io13 Retweeted by sgaudin
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Google Maps will now feature integrated Zagat data. Full editorial reviews, scores, etc, right in the app. #io13
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Improved Google Maps experience coming to Android and iOS. #io13 http://pic.twitter.com/qTTexvRWuW
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Talking about Google Maps for iOS, exec says: "and let's not forget, [it's] accurate." Lots of laughter and applause. #io13
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Official announcement on the new Google Now and Voice Search stuff is now live here, if you want to read more: @jr_raphael
Map talk. #io13 http://pic.twitter.com/t5glWH5PAj
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
Now we're talking about changes coming to Google Maps. We thought a redesign was coming this week. #io13 #GoogleIO
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Moving onto Google Maps now. Likely a whole new version on the way. #io13
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
So, if this keynote is running on time, it should be done in about 20 mins. Nothing on Glass yet and nothing big on Android. Hmm... #io13
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
Alright Google, the keynote is set to be winding down. Nothing on Glass? Let's get to it. #io13 #GoogleIO
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
Ask Google to find the pictures from your trip to NYC, and it will. OK, that's pretty cool. #io13 #GoogleIO
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Google Voice Search can now pull up specific picture sets from your Gallery, too. Nice. #io13
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
I'm liking the idea of Voice Search from your desktop. According to the demo, this actually works pretty well. #io13 #GoogleIO
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Still, seeing it work in the desktop environment is awesome. Available soon on Chrome/Chrome OS. #io13
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Lots o' clapping at the demo here. This is impressive. Of course, if you use Android now, you already know what it's like. #io13
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Okay, this is cool. Google Now/Voice Search in the browser. From a PC, you just say "OK, Google" and ask away. Just like on Android. #io13
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
New cards coming to Google Now: set reminders, public transit commute times, music albums, books, TV shows, video games. #io13
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
Google Now set up to anticipate what you need before you need it. Google should make boyfriends. #io13 #GoogleIO
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
You say, "OK, Google" and ask a question. It gives you an answer. Or potentially slaps you, depending on what you asked (you pervert). #io13
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
Conversation search lets you ask a question and Google will speak the answer to you. #io13 #GoogleIO
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Conversational search (i.e. by voice) is now coming to all platforms -- Android, iOS, and Web. #io13
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
My current search: "Hey Google, is there any more Android news coming up in this keynote?" No response thus far. Damn. #io13
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
In addition to anticipating what you might search for as you type it, Google will now anticipate what you might search for *next*. #io13
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
Amit Singhai focused on Star Trek-like computers that talk to you when you ask it a question. #io13 #GoogleIO
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Now onto new developments in search. Single keynote = loooong keynote. #io13
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
This could be interesting... Google's next topic: The End of Search as We Know It. #io13 #GoogleIO
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
NOTE: There has been no skydiving so far. #io13 #WheresSergey?
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Also has a feature reminiscent of HTC One or GS4, where multiple photos are combined to get a single image where everyone is smiling. #io13
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
Auto Awesome also will take pics of people not smiling and... presto! There's a pic with them all smiling. Creeeeepy! #io13
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
Auto Awesome? New feature takes a few not so great pics of the same thing and turns them into animated gif. #io13 #GoogleIO
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
It's a little silly, but let's be honest: People are gonna love it. #io13
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
There's actually a feature called Auto Awesome. I kid you not. It makes an animated GIF from a series of related photos. #io13
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
The new photo tool will roll out this afternoon, by the way. It's integrated into Google+. #io13
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
Google talks about "skin softening" to make you look better in your pics Digital botox?? #io13 #GoogleIO
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Warning: If you look like Bobcat Goldthwait, the new Google photo tool may not improve your appearance. #io13
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Includes skin softening, noise reduction, white balancing, and a bunch of other adjustments -- all automatically applied as needed. #io13
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
Is your photo over or under exposed? Gundotra says Google will fix that automatically. #io13 #GoogleIO
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
New Auto Enhance feature makes your photos look better without the work, Google says. Figures out what the image needs and does it. #io13
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
Google also recognizes who is important to you. Really? I can barely do that some days. #io13
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
If you went on a recent spring break trip, you may not want to utilize this feature. #io13 #WhatWillGoogleChoose?
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
Gundotra says Google will pick your best pictures, culling out bad exposures and blurry shots. Trustworthy? #io13
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
New Highlight service will allegedly pick the best pictures from your gallery so you don't have to decide which to share. #io13
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Onto Google cloud storage. Now 15GB for all users, spread across services (as announced earlier in the week). #io13
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin
Gundotra: Think of Google's datacenters as your new darkroom. Come on, who still has a darkroom? #io13
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
Also haven't explicitly said if this will show up in Gmail right away or if Gmail's chat function will remain the way it is for now. #io13
JR Raphael @jr_raphael
The service includes video hangouts. They haven't said anything yet about if it'll include or affect Google Voice in any way. #io13
Sharon Gaudin @sgaudin