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7-9 OCT. 2026

BERLIN

( THE ANDROID AUTOMOTIVE SUMMIT )

The leading event for Android Automotive developers and platform leaders.

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( WHEN? )

7-9 OCT, 2026
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

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( WHERE? )

CITY CUBE
BERLIN, GERMANY

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( WHO? )

ANDROID
DEVELOPERS

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( THE FUTURE OF AUTOMOTIVE )

Join the world’s leading Android Automotive pioneers for a focused event with deep technical talks, real-world case studies, and high-impact networking that will shape the future of software-defined vehicles and in-car experiences.

HANDS-ON
WORKSHOPS
Hands-on instructor-led workshops designed to hone your craft.
LEADERSHIP
SUMMIT
Staff & Principal Engineers and EMs of mobile dev teams.
UNCONFERENCE ROUNDTABLES
Crowd-sourced solutions to the most pressing challenges you face.
( BE IN THE KNOW )

Event
Essentials

100

SPEAKERS &
PANELISTS

120

SESSIONS &
WORKSHOPS

1500

ANDROID
DEVELOPERS
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( WHY IT MATTERS )
  • Connect with global experts across automotive software, embedded systems, and Android OS development.

  • Participate in deep technical sessions tailored to building real-world AAOS apps, middleware integrations, and next-gen UX innovations.

  • Gain insights into future platform roadmaps from ecosystem partners and industry leaders.

  • Collaborate on shaping standards for safety, security, and interoperability across devices and vehicles.

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( PAST PARTNERS )

( THE ISSUES DRIVING US IN 2026 )

AI-Driven Experiences in the Vehicle

 

The transition to generative, conversational assistants embedded in vehicles—such as Google’s Gemini-based systems—is reshaping driver interaction models. Explore best practices for integrating advanced AI while maintaining safety and minimal distraction.

 

Open Ecosystems and Third-Party App Innovation

 

Expanded support for high-quality Android Automotive apps, multi-display use cases, and multi-user frameworks is enabling richer application development. Sessions will cover app compatibility, lifecycle, safety guidelines, and emerging platform APIs.

 

Platform Performance & Update Strategies

 

Faster, modular update delivery through collaborations between chipset vendors and Google—plus improved OTA deployments—are critical for long-lifecycle vehicles. Developers and OEMs will gain insights into update architecture, Project Treble adaptations for AAOS, and performance optimizations.

 

In-Cabin Integration & Multi-Device UI

 

As automotive UX moves toward screens supporting split views and multi-client capabilities, sessions will explore dynamic UI patterns, safe notification design, and adaptive layouts unique to automobiles.

 

Security, Privacy & Compliance

 

In a world of connected data, secure integrations—from cybersecurity best practices to compliance with vehicle safety standards—remain paramount. Talks will address risk mitigation, secure communications, app store policies, and privacy-centric design.

 

Business Models & Monetization

 

Developers and OEMs alike will discuss emerging revenue strategies for in-car services—subscriptions, premium features, location-based services, and content marketplaces tailored to the automotive context.

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Caner Kaya

Product Owner at Promon AS

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Ronaldo Pace

Android Teach Lead @ Diconium GmbH

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Chris Ward

Head of Mobile Development Empowerment, 1&1 Mail & Media

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Marcello Galhardo

Software Engineer

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Arnaud Giuliani

Koin Project Lead - CEO @ Kotzilla.io

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Mario Bodemann

Android Developer Advocate at Yubico

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Maia Grotepass

Staff Android Engineer at Qonto

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Alex Semin

Staff Software Engineer at Gradle

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Rish Bhardwaj

Google, Software Engineer

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Sabine Hofschen

Research Project Manager, BMW. Co-Chair COVESA AOSP App Framework Standardization Expert Group

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Syed Hamid

Founder and CEO, Sofy.ai

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Jens Schneider

Director / Product Lead for Store & FOD, Harman

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( RELIVE IT ALL )

Throwback:
DC Berlin '25

Thank you all for being at #DCBLN25. We had a blast and are hoping so did you! A huge thank you from us at droidcon to every attendee, speaker, sponsor and volunteer. You all made this another unforgettable event and it was so great to see everyone in person again.

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The Venue

Since 2017 the CityCube has been home to our developer community events and we are looking forward to welcoming the community back to CityCube Berlin for next.app

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BERLIN IS CALLING!

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The Hotel

The Motel One Berlin-Tiergarten is located right next to the "Green Heart of Berlin". Here you can relax in the park or admire Germany's most important government buildings.

( FOR THE COMMUNNITY. BY THE COMMUNITY. )

Program Committee

Many thanks to the individuals from the community who ensure that the program meets the highest standards of the community.
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Nicole Terc

Senior Software Engineer

HubSpot

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Danny Preussler

Engineer

SoundCloud

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Frank Tamre

Mobile Engineering Manager

SumUp

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Effie Barak

Android Developer & GDE

Lottie GmbH

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Ash Davies

Android Developer

Grand Overlord of Earth

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Hasan Hosgel

Software Architect

T-Systems International

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Anita Singh

Director of Engineering

FreeNow

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Jossi Wolf

Android Developer

Google

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Segun Famisa

Staff Android Engineer

Mozilla

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Chris Ward

Head of Mobile Developer Empowerment

1&1 Mail and Media

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Matthias Geissler

Senior Software Developer

Airalo

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Greg Fawson

CEO

droidcon

( LEARNING AT SCALE )

The Agenda

It all starts here! Check out the 2025 agenda and see the speakers and sessions that informed your dev journey.

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( BE PART OF OUR TEAM )

Be a Volunteer

Putting on a droidcon takes the entire community. In exchange for your ~ 8 hours of volunteering, you’ll get a free ticket for the whole conference including a droidcon swag gift!

For questions, please contact us via volunteer@droidcon.com. Shifts and detailed info will be confirmed closer to the conference. Please fill out the following form so we can process your application.

( WE'RE HERE FOR YOU )

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With Us

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