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Winsage

May 22, 2026

Windows is entering its “Agentic Era”—and its AI architect is moving on

Yusuf Mehdi, head of product marketing for AI and Copilot at Microsoft, is transitioning to a new role focused on reimagining Windows before leaving the company after 35 years. He aims to enhance Microsoft 365 services and the vision of One Copilot in the upcoming fiscal year. In late 2022, Pavan Davuluri initiated a reorganization to develop an agentic operating system, consolidating engineering and features teams for better cohesion. Microsoft plans to introduce a new agentic workspace feature with AI agents in secure sessions, allowing users control over data sharing. The company has moderated its AI integration strategy in Windows 11 to improve user sentiment and is addressing pain points through the Windows K2 project, which will continue through 2026. Jacob Andreou has been appointed as the lead for consumer and commercial Copilot experiences, reporting to CEO Satya Nadella. Mehdi expressed gratitude for his time at Microsoft and reassured his team of a smooth transition.

Winsage

May 22, 2026

Microsoft’s Yusuf Mehdi pledges to reimagine Windows 11 for the AI era in his final year before leaving

Yusuf Mehdi is leaving Microsoft after a 35-year tenure, during which he played a significant role in launching products like Windows 95, Internet Explorer, Bing, Xbox One, and the Surface Pro lineup. He was the Executive Vice President and Consumer Chief Marketing Officer, leading Microsoft's consumer strategy and its push into AI, particularly with the Copilot brand. Mehdi announced plans to continue working on Microsoft's AI strategy, focusing on making Windows 11 an "agentic OS," which allows AI agents to operate autonomously. Despite backlash from users regarding performance issues, Mehdi remains committed to this vision. Recently, Microsoft has shifted its focus to improving Windows 11's functionality, addressing criticism about its performance while continuing to explore AI integration.

AppWizard

May 20, 2026

Google adds Android app generation and Managed Agents to Gemini developer tools

Google unveiled enhancements to its Gemini technology at the I/O 2026 event, introducing new developer tools in AI Studio and the Gemini API. Key features include the ability to generate native Android applications directly from AI Studio, which produces Kotlin code using Jetpack Compose patterns and supports hardware features like camera and GPS. The platform includes an embedded Android Emulator and allows direct publishing to the Google Play Console while adhering to Google Play's quality standards. Additionally, Google introduced Antigravity 2.0, an agent-first development platform with a revamped desktop application and SDK for custom workflows. Projects from AI Studio can be exported to Antigravity for local development. The Managed Agents feature in the Gemini API enables developers to create agents with a single API call, allowing them to reason and execute code in a secure Linux environment. This feature is available in Public Preview and simplifies infrastructure tasks for production-grade agents. Custom agents can be defined and registered, with Google encouraging developers to create their own managed agents.

AppWizard

May 20, 2026

Google thinks Gemini 3.5 Flash can finally make AI agents more useful

Google has rolled out its AI model, Gemini 3.5 Flash, across various platforms, claiming it outperforms its predecessor, Gemini 3.1 Pro, in key benchmarks. Gemini 3.5 Flash generates responses four times faster than competing AI systems and is designed for complex workflows and coding tasks. Google plans to introduce Gemini 3.1 Pro next month, which excels in decision-making and coding tests. The model is particularly effective for "long-horizon" tasks, aiding app development and document preparation. Google Antigravity, an agentic development platform, integrates with Gemini 3.5 Flash to manage large workloads. The company also introduced Gemini Spark, a personal AI agent for managing digital tasks, with a beta rollout for select testers. Gemini 3.5 was developed under the Frontier Safety Framework, incorporating enhanced safety measures and interpretability tools.

AppWizard

May 19, 2026

Agentic app coding gets an upgrade with Google’s release of Android CLI

Google has introduced a suite of tools to enhance app development on Android by integrating artificial intelligence, announced during the Google I/O developer conference. The tools support AI agents like Claude Code, OpenAI’s Codex, and Google’s own Antigravity and Gemini within Android Studio. The Android CLI has reached version 1.0, allowing developers to use AI agents across various coding platforms. The CLI provides a command, “android studio,” enabling AI agents to access insights related to Android development. Google’s Antigravity platform will also offer an optional bundle that integrates tools from the Android CLI to improve productivity in app development.

AppWizard

May 19, 2026

Google is giving Search its biggest overhaul in 25 years

Google is implementing a major transformation in its Search platform, driven by artificial intelligence, marking the end of traditional keyword searches. The new AI Mode, powered by Gemini 3.5 Flash, introduces a conversational interface and supports multimodal inputs, including text, images, videos, and files. Continuous background Search agents will provide real-time updates and facilitate bookings for local services, initially available only to Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers, while booking features will be accessible to all U.S. users this summer. Google is also enhancing the search experience with Antigravity technology and generative UI elements, which will be free for all users this summer. Additionally, Personal Intelligence will be available across 98 languages in nearly 200 countries without a subscription, allowing users to link applications like Gmail and Google Photos for personalized assistance while maintaining control over their data.

AppWizard

May 19, 2026

Google Unwraps Plans to Put AI to Work for Android, Web Developers

At the recent Google I/O event, Google introduced a suite of AI tools for Android and Chrome applications aimed at enhancing marketing and management for developers. In the Play Store, AI will assist in app discovery through Google’s Gemini and provide a Q&A interface for user inquiries. New AI-driven management tools for developers include creating app listings based on keyword insights, automating catalog management, analyzing payment issues, and offering retention incentives for users. Google also reduced Play Store charges for developers to a commission of 10% to 20%. For Android programmers, Google’s AI Studio offers coding assistance for specific app categories, while additional enhancements include a command-line interface guided by programming-assistant AIs and new marketing options. In Chrome, Google introduced a trial version of WebMCP for AI agents to connect with site APIs and expanded built-in AI tools for writing and debugging. New web-coding options are being tested to improve app-like interfaces and compatibility metrics. The “Immediate UI Mode” feature allows for a unified login interface to streamline passkey authentication.

AppWizard

May 19, 2026

Google’s new Gemini features will take all the annoying busywork off your plate

Google has introduced enhancements to its Gemini platform, including the Daily Brief feature that curates personalized morning digests using Gmail and Calendar data. The Gemini app for macOS will receive upgrades with Gemini Spark, which automates workflows involving local files and desktop tasks. Additionally, Android Halo will display live AI agent activity on phones, allowing users to monitor tasks without interrupting their workflow. Android Halo will be compatible with Gemini Spark and other AI agents later this year, with advanced capabilities expected for devices powered by Gemini Intelligence.

AppWizard

May 19, 2026

Google expands AI-powered app discovery and Android development tools at I/O

Google LLC's Android team announced a new initiative to improve the connection between mobile developers and users by integrating generative and agentic AI during the Google I/O 2026 conference. The key feature, Ask Play, powered by Gemini, allows users to search for apps through a conversational interface, providing summaries of search results. Additionally, significant updates to the Engage SDK will enable seamless content transitions across devices, such as suggesting shows on different platforms. Google introduced an enhanced command line interface (CLI) for developers, facilitating easier project initiation and integration with AI coding tools. The Google AI Studio can now generate native Android apps quickly, allowing developers to publish directly from the platform. Projects can also be exported in ZIP format or to GitHub for further development.

AppWizard

May 19, 2026

Google flips Antigravity into an agentic dev suite, AI Studio app lands on Android

Google has introduced Gemini 3.5 Flash, which offers advanced AI capabilities at a lower cost, alongside Antigravity 2.0, a platform for creating and managing AI agents. Antigravity 2.0 allows for agent orchestration and integrates with Google AI Studio, Firebase, and Android. A new Command Line Interface (CLI) replaces the previous Gemini CLI, requiring migration of existing workflows. The Antigravity Software Development Kit (SDK) enables the creation of custom agents for Gemini, which can be deployed in a managed environment. Google is launching a new AI Ultra tier with increased usage limits and promotional credits. Additionally, a dedicated Android application for AI Studio is being rolled out, allowing users to input ideas and share creations. Pre-registration for the app is available on the Play Store.