New agentic experiences for Android Studio, new AI APIs, the first Android XR device and more, in our Fall episode of The Android Show

Android is introducing significant AI advancements to empower developers. A new Prompt API in Alpha allows developers to control Gemini Nano's output for custom on-device generative AI features. Firebase SDK now integrates cloud-based AI solutions like Nano Banana and Imagen for image generation and editing across all Android devices. Gemini in Android Studio is enhanced with agentic experiences, like an Agent Mode, to boost developer productivity by automating complex coding tasks. Android is developing a benchmark to evaluate Large Language Models (LLMs) specifically for Android development challenges. The first Android XR device, the Samsung Galaxy XR, offers a new platform for adaptive app development using familiar Android frameworks. Jetpack Navigation 3 is now in beta, offering a customizable and declarative approach to app navigation. Google Play Console is also being streamlined with AI-powered analytics and features to support business growth alongside faster app development. These updates aim to transform the AI evolution into opportunities for developers and users on the Android platform. The Android Show's fall episode revealed these advancements and encouraged developer feedback.