Google now lets developers use GPT and Claude in Android Studio
At Google I/O 2026, Google announced that Android Studio now integrates third-party large language models (LLMs) such as OpenAI's GPT and Anthropic's Claude for code assistance. Developers can select their preferred model from within the IDE's AI-powered features, including code completion, generation, and debugging. This move expands beyond Google's own Gemini models, offering flexibility and potentially better performance for specific tasks. The integration is available in the latest Android Studio preview, with broader rollout expected later this year. Pricing for API usage follows the respective third-party providers' models, though Google may offer limited free tiers. This change reflects a broader industry trend toward model-agnostic developer tools.
Developers gain flexibility to choose the best AI model for their Android coding tasks.