Android Faithful

Beckham Not Feuding With Motorola

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 03:49:24 GMT

Jason is joined by Huyen who just got back from Japan last night and somehow never crossed paths with guest Matteo Doni from TechTravelGeeks⁩ who was in Japan at the same time! The synergies in tonights show don't stop there either. Also, prepare yourself for Santa Howell and his grab bag of goodies from the archives of Android!

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00:03:24 - NEWS

00:28:23 - HARDWARE

00:54:59 - MORE HARDWARE

01:15:51 - APPS

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A Gemini-Powered Siri

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 03:02:39 GMT

We've got Android on our mind as Android 17 takes a major step forward and Jason Howell, Florence Ion and Ron Richards wrap up the month of March with an array of phones and Android related news to gear up for a busy few weeks leading up to Google I/O.

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00:05:48 - NEWS

The first step in Google's new sideloading solution kicks off as Developer Verification opens up
Apple hires an Ex-Google Exec to lead AI Marketing
Have you dreamt of that killer VR/AR App? Now you can vibe code it for Android XR
PATRON PICK: The unbelievable has happened as Swift now supports Android with the new Swift for Android SDK

00:32:07 - HARDWARE

Our first glimpse at CAD Render leaks of the Google Pixel 11 show some interesting changes to the camera island
Physical keyboards are IN as the Unihertz Titan Elite 2 skyrockets to success on Kickstarter
Lots of activity with Google TV as Wal-Mart's ONN brand readies a new Stick device and a new Set Top Box and Xiaomi launches a new stick device without 4K support

00:54:52 - APPS

The Android 17 Beta 3 has been released and its full of very cool features!
More Android Auto goodness including background audio from YouTube support!
Looking for a secure alternative to Google Workspace? Proton has you covered!

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Android's Loose Garden

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 03:46:35 GMT

We're tending to the Android garden now that Spring has arrived with the return of Jason Howell who joins Ron Richards and Florence Ion for a show packed with leaks and drama plus a rare rugged Ulefone spotted in the wild!

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00:09:10 - NEWS

An update from Google on the Sideloading Drama that comes with a 24 hour waiting period and set of steps to enable it!
GrapheneOS takes a stand against age verification requirements for operating systems
Some staggering numbers about phone trade-ins and what they say about Android phone owners
PATRON PICK: A leak reveals how budget phones may react to the RAM shortage

00:39:25 - HARDWARE

Flo wraps up the reviews of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra with a rundown of the AI Features and a deep dive on the Camera
We're stunned, yet not surprised, by reports that Amazon is, yet again, developing a smartphone
More reports of OnePlus' demise? Where there's smoke, there's often fire, this is getting weird!
Oooh check out the REDMAGIC 11 Air Trace Edition Gaming Phone!

00:59:10 - APPS

The March Canary update for Android is out and it's got a bunch of neat stuff!
Android Auto is evolving and Google shares how it's expanding within the vehicle
Google Messages is getting three features that everyone agrees are good: Mentions, Trash Folder and Live Location Sharing!

01:10:20 - COMMUNITY FEEDBACK

Sergei writes in with his wish for Google Maps features for EV drivers

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Inside the Android Bench & AI LLM Rankings with Matthew McCullough from Google

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 19:00:00 GMT

We're super excited to present a special edition of Android Faithful, welcoming back friend of the show and VP Product, Android Developer Experience at Google, Matthew McCullough who joins Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards to go behind the scenes on the making of the new Android Bench and the AI LLM Rankings recently made available to Android Developers. Matthew was kind enough to give us some time out of his day to give us the inside scoop on what went into the effort, exactly how and why Gemini came out on top of the LLM rankings and a provide a glimpse of what's to come!

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Green on the Inside

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 02:57:51 GMT

It's a special GREEN day for Android and we celebrate it with the triumphant return of Huyen Tue Dao as she joins Florence Ion and Ron Richards to dive headfirst into the green dyed waters of Android news this week!

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00:05:10 - NEWS

Google went to SF for GDC and brought news for gamers and game developers
Lookout! There's a new top phone manufacturer in town of foldables and its...Motorola!
Things got real weird in the OnePlus Community app in the US, but they're back to normal
PATRON PICK: That was quick! Samsung is done selling the Galaxy Trifold!

00:34:40 - HARDWARE

Flo's got some more review notes of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and news on the Perplexity hot word and people are getting headaches from the display?
There's a leak of the Motorola Razr 2026 and it sure is Pantone Purple!
We get a great update on the status of the Google Find My Hub network

00:56:40 - APPS

A massive, immersive update to Google Maps has arrived and people are freaking out!
New scam protections rollout to Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram by Meta and Instagram is shutting down End-to-End encryption on Direct Messages
Google rolls out Transit mode for Pixel devices and it's pretty darn cool.

01:11:51 - COMMUNITY FEEDBACK

Sean writes in with another suggestion of a phone with an SD Card expansion slot
Tharanga from Melbourne, Australia shows off HIS Unihertz phone
Joey checks in with an update on his new Pebble watch and how little he's had to charge it

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Android's "Swole" Era

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 03:01:45 GMT

It's the post Mobile World Congress hangover, which is the perfect time for hands-on reviews with two of the hottest phones you can get right now and Florence Ion and Jason Howell have got 'em! Oh and Ron Richards is back to hear all about it!

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00:05:55 - NEWS

Goodbye revenue share! Google drops their cut from the Google Play store and makes other changes sooner then they had to, but why!?!?!
Google is ranking AIs and giving developers more tools with their new Android Bench
Quick! Check your Google Play Perks, you may have $400 off on a new Pixel 10 Pro
PATRON PICK: Google Play begins shaming apps that are battery hogs

00:33:18 - HARDWARE

Are you ready for the Google Pixel 10A hands-on review? Cause it' s a good one!
How about our impressions of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
Nothing unveiled the Nothing Phone (4A) Pro and the Nothing Headphone (a) and they're both pretty rad!
The first glimpses of the OnePlus 15T have emerged and they're intriguing! Unfortunately, OnePlus and Oppo are raising prices on everything due to market conditions
The physical keyboard revolution continues with the daring Unihertz Titan 2 Elite!

01:03:54 - APPS

Want a different news app? Check out Particle AI, now with a feature to turn news articles into audio podcasts

01:14:01 - COMMUNITY FEEDBACK

Ian from the UK has a suggestion for an icon to link to a file on Google Drive
Robert is curious if MicroSD cards could be a solution to the RAM price increase crisis?

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Pixel's Big Booty Drop

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 04:27:48 GMT

Jason and Flo are joined by Juan Bagnell to mostly discuss this year's biggest Mobile World Congress hardware announcements, but they couldn't help but start with the junk in Google's trunk.

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0:33:22 - HARDWARE

1:00:48 - MORE HARDWARE

1:21:37 - FEEDBACK

Paul wants to know how to add a shortcut to files on the homescreen
David just noticed some questions appear when he blocks a call in Google Phone Dialer

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Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Well whaddaya know, Jason Howell and Florence Ion are on the scene with Samsung's newest flagship series, the Galaxy S26 lineup, for at least a part of the show. Plus, Flo details Google's agentic Gemini news, Google I/O dates are here, and Jason reviews the Motorola Moto Watch.

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0:00:11 - SAMSUNG GALAXY UNPACKED

Flo and Jason go hands-on with the Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra

0:20:12 - NEWS

0:49:02 - MORE HARDWARE

1:07:38 - APPS

Pixel At a Glance adds Sports and Finance updates
Olympics on Peacock on Google TV was EXCELLENT
Google, Apple start testing encrypted RCS on Android and iOS 26.4

1:17:09 - FEEDBACK

Nicholas goes to bat for the usefulness of Air Drop compatibility

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Android 17 Bumpy Launch

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 01:00:00 GMT

We're still reeling from the roller coaster launch of Android 17 but we're doing our best to hold our own as Florence Ion, Ron Richards and Huyen Tue Dao ponder the new OS beta along with more AirDrop/QuickShare news and lots of new phones to discuss!

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00:02:30 - NEWS

The first beta for Android 17 was released after a bit of back and forth from Google
QuickShare is making adjustments to be more like AirDrop and AirDrop compatibility is available for Pixel 9s!
PATRON PICK: Unlock the Android Auto Developer Options for more control of your in-car experience!

00:32:13 - HARDWARE

There's leaks of the upcoming Google Pixel 10A and the colors are delightful and the EU shows the battery life is impressive!
Could it be? Could NVIDIA be working on a NEW NVIDIA Shield TV device?
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked is coming and that means that all the specs for the upcoming S26 line have leaked along with a possible glimpse of the WIDE Foldable? Is it wider than the Pixel Fold?
And some new phones in the world with the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the global release of the Huawei Mate 80 Pro

00:58:03 - APPS

Now you can pin tabs on Chrome on Android!
Looks like Now Playing will graduate to a full app but maybe for Pixels only?
Nothing's Playground launches letting you vibe code your own widgets with AI, but is it any good?

01:10:40 - COMMUNITY FEEDBACK

Chris K writes in for an AirDrop like experience via PushBullet
@MColey on Threads shares how their family uses AirDrop on iOS to share photos

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Keep Your Frenemies Close Enough to AirDrop

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 05:07:55 GMT

Love is in the air this Valentine's week...a love affair with all things Android as Ron Richards is reunited with Florence Ion, Huyen Tue Dao and Jason Howell to revel in confirmed (not leaks!) of Samsung news plus drama around YouTube Music. Ah, Amore!

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00:02:46 - NEWS

We've got more data on Smartphone sales growth in 2025 and Honor and Nothing impress with their increases
As if the AirDrop for Android news couldn't get any better, Google sweetens it even more beyond Pixels
Looks like Gemini will be quite prominent on Android PCs
PATRON PICK: Google Messages is bringing back a key RCS feature you might not have noticed disappeared

00:32:12 - HARDWARE

We've got the details on the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event
Some news on the Samsung Galaxy Z fold 8 going wide (pun intended)
Jason test drives the INMO Air3 glasses and gets Android in his face!

00:54:10 - APPS

Much ado about nothing with YouTube Music and access to Lyrics. Plus AI Playlists are here!
More on Google Home's update to enable support for smart buttons in automations
The At-A-Glance Widget on Google Pixels is going high contrast!

01:07:09 - COMMUNITY FEEDBACK

Patrick from Middle Tennessee shares some recommendations of good music players for Android!

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Unboxing the Motorola Moto Watch

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 05:38:36 GMT

With Ron gone (in Portland for pinball, don't worry), Jason Howell, Florence Ion, and Huyen Tue Dao do their best to hold down the fort. From Android desktop UI leaks to Nvidia's masterful 10 year (and counting) run with the Shield, to a live unboxing of the new Motorola Moto Watch, everything you need for Android bliss is right here.

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00:02:33 - NEWS

00:36:11 - HARDWARE

00:58:12 - APPS

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Should We Talk About the Weather?

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 05:35:09 GMT

Thankfully the snowstorm stopped in time for Ron Richards to dig out and join Jason Howell and Huyen Tue Dao for the latest in Android news from OnePlus to Samsung and of course a dash of Google and Gemini for fun.

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00:04:55 - NEWS

OnePlus responds to reports of their demise and it's not really confidence building...
Ron was glad he wasn't alone in having Pixel Weather fail completely during the snow storm last weekend.
EU is coming after Google, again, this time for how deeply Gemini is integrated into Android
Patron Pick: Say goodbye to this killer feature in GMail you probably didn't even know existed!

00:36:39 - HARDWARE

Some glimpses of the Oppo Find X9 Ultra shows a cool two-tone camera back design
More peeks of the Samsung Galaxy S26, this time at the camera bump via the Qi2 battery bank!
We hope you're sitting down because Samsung revealed how much the Galaxy Z Trifold will cost in the US and it's a lot! It's available now!

00:50:01 - APPS

Now you can sync your queues across the web and Android on YouTube Music
Feel free to celebrate now that Google Photos Me Meme feature is here. Or Not.
But you should really celebrate now that Google Sans is an available font in Google Docs and other apps!

00:57:52 - FEEDBACK

Jezz from Australia wants to know how to screenshot the Gemini overlay?
Ken from Batavia, NY weighs in on the iOS vs Android debate
Frank R. clears up the confusion about Porsche Design and Honor Phones.

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OnePlus: Not Dead Yet?

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 06:09:10 GMT

Rumors swirl about a popular manufacturer's demise but we see right through it plus the latest Gemini news that Google has to offer to keep Jason Howell, Florence Ion and Ron Richards amused in the key of Android for another week!

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We've got Q4 2025 smartphone market data and it shows growth!
ASUS confirmed no new phones this year and maybe even beyond 2026
Also, news of OnePlus's demise may have been overwrought, but there's definitely something happening in Oppo-land
The latest from Google and Gemini is called Personal Intelligence and Jason got the advanced look at it!
Patron Pick: Smartphones are likely going to be more expensive this year and here's why...

00:35:50 - HARDWARE

Someone's Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold already broke...oops.
Honor is hard at work ripping off the iPhone Air, making a wacky camera phone with Porsche and Jason compared the Honor Magic8 Pro vs. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra at the Grand Canyon!
The new battery king might be the RealMe P4 Power with a 10,001 mAh battery!

00:51:46 - APPS

Google is looking to amp up MagicCue thanks to Google Wallet and Tasks
Need a quicker answer from Gemini? Google has a button for that.
There are some major upgrades to Voice Search from Google featuring, you guessed it, Gemini.
Nova Launcher lives again with a new owner! And now there will be ads, but that's ok!

01:03:02 - FEEDBACK

Robert from Alaska blesses us with the discovery of the rugged phone Xever 7 Pro from RugOne, and it's a doozy

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The Root of All Creaselessness

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 05:10:45 GMT

Making a triumphant return from CES, Jason Howell and Mishaal Rahman join Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards to wind down from Vegas and get into the latest Android headlines from the past week. Plus stay tuned for a major update from the Android Faithful fam at the end of the show!

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00:03:57 - NEWS

We wrap up CES with Jason and Mishaal's experiences at the show
Google released the first Pixel update of 2026 with the January Pixel Update
The world shook as Apple chose Google Gemini to provide AI for Siri via a Joint Statement between the two companies
Don't worry, ChromeOS isn't going anywhere!
Patron Pick: Can tiny speakers be the future for cooling devices?

00:44:07 - HARDWARE

Our first Leaky Peaky of the year is the Pixel 10A and it's red color
Foldables Lightning Round begins with Motorola surprising at CES with the Motorola Razr Fold! Jason got to check it out at CES!
Oppo is prepping to go after Apple with it's new foldable
Don't get your hopes up for a new foldable from OnePlus though
The mystery deepens behind Samsung's foldable's creases
Jason loves his new Flashback camera!

01:04:50 - APPS

Now you can avoid vertical video by filtering out Shorts from search results on the YouTube app
Soon you can finally make your own Calling Card for yourself on Android, here's how
G-Mail is getting all Gemini'd up in here with new AI Features

01:15:06 - FEEDBACK

James wants to know what we think of the new Desktop Mode on Pixel Phones?

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Let's Hear From Jason On Location At CES 2026

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 04:38:15 GMT

Back from the holidays and ready to dive into 2026 for Android and what better way to start than with CES? Florence Ion, Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards break down all the Android related news coming out of Las Vegas and we get hands-on reports from Jason Howell on the scene at CES 2026!

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00:05:58 - CES NEWS

We've got all the Android related CES news at AndroidFaithful.com!
Google showed up at CES and put Android XR on the Sphere, made some Google TV announcements and extended their partnership with XREAL
Samsung had a lot to say about AI, but that's okay because everyone fell in love with the Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold
Patron Pick: GE Lighting’s new Matter-compatible smart shades impressed the patrons!

00:40:05 - CES HARDWARE

Clicks made a big splash with the Clicks Communicator but the Clicks Power Keyboard is the sneaky winner
Watch lovers rejoice, the Pebble Round 2 has arrived
TCL continues their NXTPAPER devices with the NxtPaper 70 Pro Phone and Note A1 NXTPAPER
It's real and it's delightful, the Honor Robot AI Phone was on the scene
For something minimal, european and secure, check out the Punkt MC03 phone, with a subscription

01:21:21 - NON-CES NEWS

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The First Annual APK Awards

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 06:16:07 GMT

The moment you've been waiting for as Florence Ion, Mishaal Rahman, Jason Howell and Ron Richards gather to present the best (and weirdest) in the world of Android for 2025 and unveil the winners of our first annual end of the year awards, the APKs!

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00:09:42 - NEWS

Don't worry about the New Year's deadline, Google is extending the move from Assistant to Gemini further into 2026
Unfortunately Gemini's takeover of Google Home ruined Christmas for some kids this year
Mishaal has the details of Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1
Patron Pick: Could Sodium-Ion batteries be the next big thing in smartphones someday?

00:35:56 - HARDWARE

Details emerge on the OnePlus 15T and the Honor Magic V6
Is Samsung developing a widescreen foldable to pre-compete with the Apple Foldable?

00:49:26 - The 2025 Annual Podcast Kudos (APKs)

We present the winners of the first ever Android Faithful end of year awards for Best Phone, Best Foldable, Best Accessory, Best Innovation, Biggest News Story of 2025 and Weirdest News Story of 2025.

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An Android Tablet... On Wheels?

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 04:24:08 GMT

Another glorious week on the Android Faithful podcast with Jason Howell reviewing a 32" tablet, Mishaal flexing his Google sleuthing muscles all over Android 17, and Huyen bringing the TURBO to 2026!

Don't forget the 2025 Annual Podcast Kudos (APKs!!!) You can vote for your favorite phones and news stories at https://bit.ly/2025apks - Voting closes on 12/22 at 11:59pm ET!

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0:05:18 - NEWS

Google and Apple partner on better Android-iPhone switching

Galaxy Z TriFold Becomes Instant Hit, Sold Out Within Minutes

Android 17 may finally add the native App Lock feature Pixel users have been waiting for

Android 17 could mimic this helpful iOS feature to reduce motion sickness

Patron pick: Google's Stadia controller just got a big upgrade courtesy of Steam

0:32:25 - HARDWARE

Jason reviews the KTC 32" Android Tablet

OnePlus says its upcoming ‘Turbo’ gaming phones are ‘frighteningly strong’

Return of 4GB RAM in smartphones by 2026 amidst DRAM crisis

2026 Smartphone Shipment Forecasts Revised Down as Memory Shortage Drives BoM Costs Up

0:52:09 - APPS

Instagram hands you the keys to control 'Your Algorithm' in Reels, plans to expand

Bringing state-of-the-art Gemini translation capabilities to Google Translate

0:59:35 - FEEDBACK

Jeff is having Pixel 10 Qi2 issues

Hilton thinks monochrome icons make Android less usable

Morgan shares a (long) report on Google's sub-par customer service

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What is Reality?

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 04:52:59 GMT

It's an exciting week at Android Faithful as Jason Howell and Florence Ion share their Android XR experience with Ron Richards and we kickoff the first ever Android Faithful awards...the 2025 Annual Podcast Kudos or the APKs!!! You can vote for your favorite phones and news stories at https://bit.ly/2025apks - Voting closes on 12/22 at Midnight ET!

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00:03:38 - HARDWARE

All the details of the new AI Glasses unveiled by Google at the Android XR event
A bunch of Samsung news as it likes like they're adding Qi2 wireless to the Galaxy S26
And Samsung rolls out OneUI 8.5
And we can't get enough of the Tri Fold. Here's info on the fingerprint scanner and a glimpse of a 4 camera prototype
Pebble unveils their latest product, a ring! It's a memory ring and it's open for pre-order!
Patron Pick: 90:10 Split-Screen multitasking in Android is brilliant… so why do I almost never use it?

00:45:15 - NEWS

A Judge limits Google's contracts to a single year
The EU is coming after Google's AI Summaries
Patron Pick: Check out this adorable MagSafe E-Reader!

00:59:23 - APPS

We got new gestures with the latest WearOS update
Opera makes it easier to choose your AI within their browser
Get a glimpse of Face Editing in the upcoming Google Photos update

01:07:02 - The 2025 APKs

We unveil the first ever Android Faithful awards - The 2025 APKs - voting is open now at https://bit.ly/2025apks

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Samsung Trifold is Tri-ing Too Hard

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 04:19:03 GMT

We're kicking off the last month of 2025 with Florence Ion, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards pondering everything from multi-tasking to foldables to earbuds and whether or not icons should be themed or as the developer intended them to be? So many questions to start the end of 2025...

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The last Pixel / Android Drop of 2025 has arrived and we've got all the details of Android 16 QPR2
Google is hyping the next wave of news from Android XR coming next week
The wait is over! The OnePlus 15 is going on-sale for pre-orders in the US on December 4th and you can get a free smartwatch or earbuds in the process!
Patron Pick: 90:10 Split-Screen multitasking in Android is brilliant… so why do I almost never use it?

00:44:18 - HARDWARE

It's finally happening, Samsung quietly announces the Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold (yes it's just called the Trifold)
Flo's End of 2025 hardware picks for Ear Buds are in and they've got bling
Sony unveiled their 200 Megapixel camera sensor and it's going to be in phones soon

01:10:14 - APPS

01:20:52 - FEEDBACK

Matt from Louisville provides an amusing solve to the lack of Gemini features for his Pixel Buds
Mike from Ohio shares how Google Photos and AI helped make some memorable photos for his family
Craig K. ponders how sustainable the Fairphone actually is...

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Airdropping Droids

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 04:45:54 GMT

So much to give thanks for this week as Jason Howell, Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards process the implications of AirDrop on Android, the affordability crisis in phones and exciting new hardware designs in phones!

BLACK FRIDAY SPECIAL: Support Android Faithful at Patreon and get 25% off using code: BLACKFRIDAY

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00:05:27 - NEWS

The unthinkable happened: AirDrop works with Android!
US customers aren't upgrading their phones as fast as they used to
Hints of Google's 'Aluminium OS' for Android to PCs
Gemini arrives on Android Auto!
Patron Pick: Samsung's Now Bar and Now Brief are the Google Now experience I've been missing

00:44:25 - HARDWARE

Upstart manufacturer Nubia has got two Foldables coming soon
Check out this modular feature phone running Android, it's wild!
Honor's Robot Phone is real, and it's fantastic - get your first glimpse of it in person

00:58:50 - APPS

Perplexity has been busy! Comet for Android launched and Perplexity may be powering Bixby for Samsung
Google ain't messing around as Nano Banana goes Pro

01:12:14 - FEEDBACK

Hilton shares his excitement for Microsoft Co-Pilot
Kiril explains how skiing and cold weather makes Face Unlock a necessity

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Gigantic Gemini News

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 04:42:39 GMT

It's a big episode full of first looks, glimpses and glances as Jason Howell, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards gear up for everything from AI to OnePlus, Samsung, Motorola and more this week in the world of Android.

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00:02:13 - NEWS

Gemini 3 has landed and here's how Mishaal put it to the test
More developments in the Google Sideloading emotional rollercoaster
Android apps are coming to Steam?
Android 17 updates focusing on alternate app stores, gaming controllers and contacts management privacy
Patron Pick: Android is about to get better facial recognition

00:39:45 - HARDWARE

The official Android Faithful OnePlus 15 Review
Unboxing the Moto G Play 2026, a nice low end phone
The Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold gets another pre-release update

01:02:38 - APPS

Google Play announced the best games and apps of 2025!
Google's attempt at Apple's NameDrop might be coming to Android soon?
Predictive weather gets a boost from Google's WeatherNext 2 model on Pixel Weather

01:15:11 - FEEDBACK

Joey checks in now that he got his new Pebble Watch
Joseph wants to know if the Onn 4k Pro is a good buy?

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The OnePlus 15's Screaming Camera

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 04:35:25 GMT

We've got an exciting pair of new phones to look at as Jason Howell and Mishaal Rahman are showing them off to Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards along with the latest in the ongoing sagas from the world of Android

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00:04:40 - HARDWARE

First looks at the OnePlus 15
Comparing the Nubia Z80 Ultra camera to the Pixel 10 Pro
Rumors and renders of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy XR might be available in more countries in 2026

00:35:20 - NEWS

The Google Vs. Epic legal drama took a surprise turn towards a settlement?!? And what does this mean for sideloading?
The November PIxel Drop is here and it's filled with some cool new features
Patron Pick: A YouTuber put phone batteries to the test and the results are fascinating!

01:07:55 - APPS

Launcher news! Niagra launcher has themes! Another Nova Launcher update! There's a new minimalist launcher aimed at older adults and beginners!
OpenAI's SORA app is now available on Android
Big Gemini updates to Google Maps and Android Auto

01:22:44 - FEEDBACK

MattBatt writes in with memories of his LG G4

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May Your Databases and Code Stay Secure

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:20:54 GMT

It's Election Night in the US and Jason Howell, Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards are abuzz with the world of Android ranging from Android Developer updates to AI powered Robots and phones with physical keyboard.

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00:09:07 - NEWS

Well, it's happened - Google has opened up the Play Store's gates in the US after the Epic Games court ruling
Android Developers take note as Google announces new tools and programs for Google Play plus new AI experiences on The Android Show
A leaker reveals exactly how Cellebrite can hack into Pixel phones
Patron Pick: Why don't the best Android phones ever make it to the US?

00:44:58 - HARDWARE

Experience the LOOI Robot which turns your phone into an AI Powered, desktop robot!
Hands on with the Unihertz Titan 2 and it's elegant physical keyboard
The Samsung Galaxy S26 will be unveiled in San Francisco next February along with so much more AI stuff
A new gaming phone is teased by Ayaneo
10 years later, we get more looks at Project Ara's modular smartphone

01:09:13 - APPS

01:18:13 - FEEDBACK

Chuck in Thousand Oaks follows up with what he did with that free phone number from Verizon
Will from Oregon points out that Nova Launcher just released an update, what's up with that?

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Google Home Ghost on the Couch

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 04:08:11 GMT

The pre-Halloween vibes are setting in as Florence Ion shares her scary experience with Google Home and Gemini seeing ghosts with Jason Howell, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards along with the other shocking Android news of the week.

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00:09:19 - NEWS

It gets creepy as Google Home starts hallucinating people in houses
Nothing appears to be going the bloatware route in favor of revenue, can you blame them?
Fitbit's AI-Powered personal health coach enters public preview
Patron Pick: Wanna be a meme? Google Photos has you covered

00:44:08 - HARDWARE

Get your first glimpse of the blue Google Pixel 10A
The OnePlus 15 gets confirmed specs, especially the massive battery. It's real!
Ever think you wanted a denim backed phone with a 2.1 stereo speaker system powered by Bose? Dreams do come true thanks to RedMi
Samsung reshuffles the Galaxy S26 lineup...again and it's very familiar!

01:05:21 - APPS

The YouTube video player redesign rolls out across Android
Google might be fixing the flaw in Calling Cards
Google Wallet gets in on the Live Updates action

01:12:32 - FEEDBACK

Larry from Kennewick, WA checks in with an update to his upgrade to the Google Pixel 10 Pro

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Galaxy XR Faithful

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 04:15:32 GMT

The time has finally come as Samsung announces and rolls out the Android XR headset formerly known as Moohan, now known as the Samsung Galaxy XR and Jason Howell was hands on with the new headset and is here to share the experience with Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards.

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00:01:58 - NEWS

OnePlus rolls out OxygenOS 16 to rave reviews
Google's deadline for changes from the Epic lawsuit gets closer
RIP Privacy Sandbox, but no this doesn't mean privacy is dead on Android
Patron Pick: Android phones are skipping Qi2, and Nothing thinks it knows why

00:28:50 - HARDWARE

The OnePlus 15 is launching this month...in China! Next month for the Global rollout. And it has an enormous battery
And OnePlus' sister phones, the Oppo Find X9 and X9 Pro get released
We're blown away that the Galaxy S26 Edge is getting canceled so quickly after release
Xiaomi is all about those rear displays after insane sales of the 17 series
Hey Pixel Superfans, Google wants you to test the next line of phones!

00:57:44 - GALAXY XR

Hands on with the Samsung Galaxy XR and Android XR

01:23:12 - FEEDBACK

Seamus from Mexico leads the charge of the many people who wrote in about using LineageOS
George is using GrapheneOS to avoid Google
Joey has made a lifelong commitment to Pebble Watches

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Who Had The Edge on the Edge?

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Huyen Tue Dao makes her triumphant return to the show just in time to join Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards to talk more AI in Android, the latest leaks with Android XR and weigh in on watches!

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00:02:00 - NEWS

In the court room, Google thinks they should be allowed to bundle Gemini with their apps
Wear OS 6 comes to older versions of the Pixel Watch
Ahead of it's return, Pebble relaunches it's appstore!
Patron Pick: Not to be pushed around, LineageOS releases Android 16 despite lack of support from Google

00:32:00 - HARDWARE

Florence Ion weighs in with her review of the Pixel Watch 4 and the Pixel Buds 2A
Google reveals how they built the hinge on the Pixel 10 Pro Fold without gears
We get the most comprehensive collection of leaks ahead of Project Moohan's release from Samsung, maybe happening soon?
Motorola gets in on the thin phone game with the latest version of their Edge 70 device

00:58:45 - APPS

Whew! Google Messages will now protect you from NSFW videos containing nudity
Details on the potential Theme Manager coming to Android
Nano Banana continues it's meteoric rise within Google as it expands to more apps

01:09:42 - FEEDBACK

Larry from Kennewick, Washington wants to know if he should get the Pixel 10 Pro?
Andrew is considering jumping from the Pixel to Samsung, what should he lookout for?
Craig shares his own personal unlimited storage workaround scheme

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They're Coming For Our Charging Cables!

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 03:22:17 GMT

Well, Google Home welcomed Gemini into it's doors and many of you had lots of passionate reactions. Mishaal Rahman, Jason Howell and Ron Richards are here to process those emotions plus all the other Android related news and happenings from the week that was.

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00:03:40 - NEWS

Finally, Gemini gets added to Google Home along with new hardware and lots of changes.
Listen to our exclusive interview with Anish Katukaran, Chief Product Officer of Google Home
Nothing takes a step forward with AI and vibe coding, kind of, with Nothing OS 4.0 Beta
The Supreme Court won't save Google (yet) from their battle with Epic Games
Patron Pick: Details on how Google's App Verification system will work

00:39:38 - HARDWARE

Rumors and renders aplenty about the Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus
More rumors that the Samsung Android XR headset will be shipping to Korea on October 22!
No rumors here, just facts that the Samsung Galaxy Z series is a hit!
Who needs a USB Cable with their phone? Manufacturers might be thinking you don't!

00:55:26 - APPS

Computer Control may be coming from Google to let LLMs automate and use your apps
Google removes the ICE Reporting app Red Dot from the Play Store
Pour one out for the last subscription option for unlimited photos storage in Google Photos

01:08:46 - FEEDBACK

David reacts to our Google Home interview with his displeasure and lack of trust in Google
Adam writes in with his frustration over disabling the Google Home Brief
Matt wants to know where Spoken Notifications are on his Pixel Buds!??!

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Google Home’s Gemini Upgrade Is Here!

Sat, 04 Oct 2025 15:00:00 GMT

We're back with another special edition of Android Faithful as Florence Ion and Mishaal Rahman talk with Anish Katukaran, Chief Product Officer of Google Home and Nest, about the launch of Gemini for Home, replacing Google Assistant, and updating smart home intelligence. They touch on rollout challenges, multi-user experience, a redesigned Google Home app , and smarter automation features.

00:00 - Podcast begins

01:58 - The journey of bringing Gemini AI to Google Home

04:41 - Addressing consumer skepticism and trust in Google’s smart home products

04:41 - Challenges faced upgrading old Nest and Google Home devices

08:41 - The decision to build future-focused AI rather than patch existing tech

09:43 - Testing and rollout strategy for Gemini’s AI in real homes

14:03 - New features like Gemini Live and natural language automation creation

17:39 - Pricing and subscription changes with Home Premium tiers explained

22:48 - Accuracy and source attribution differences across devices with Gemini

24:59 - Managing family and different user profiles with Gemini for Home

26:49 - Favorite new features and improvements in the Google Home app

32:00 - The future rollout plans and ongoing improvements for Google Home

32:42 - Big thanks to Anish Katukaran!

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Hold Me, Thrill Me, Xiaomi

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 03:51:15 GMT

It's whirlwind of stops around the Android universe as Mishaal Rahman, Florence Ion and Ron Richards track the comings and goings from Google, Samsung, OnePlus, Xiaomi, F-Droid and more!

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00:02:30 - NEWS

Android for PCs is a real thing and it's coming in 2026
Amazon makes good on their departure with the new Fire Stick NOT Running Android
A Samsung Galaxy Ring got stuck on someone's finger after battery exploded.
Patron Pick: Linux apps will soon run on Android even better, with graphics and that means good things for the platform

00:36:35 - HARDWARE

We're getting many glimpses of the new OnePlus 15, including a close up of the new camera system and color
Hands on with he new Xiaomi 15T Pro and the Xiaomi Pad Mini
New processors have landed with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 & MediaTek Dimensity 9500

01:07:35 - APPS

Details on how Android's version of Apple's Handoff will work
A storm is brewing with F-Droid as they react to Google's new app store requirements and limits to sideloading
Proton Mail launches a brand new app with a new design
Google updates for the Phone app on Pixels and AI powered conversational based edits roll out on Google Photos for everyone

01:25:06 - FEEDBACK

Jeff in Knoxville, TN shares an example of a Samsung FE customer
Chuck from Thousand Oaks, CA shares his experience with eSim and the Pixel 10

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Android Code Dumpster Diving

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 04:38:51 GMT

Huyen Tue Dao and Jason Howell decide that two is the right number for episode 115. Plenty of talk about where Gemini is headed (turns out, everywhere at this point), Jason has a brief review of the TCL Nxtpaper 60 Ultra, and Huyen details the walkie talkie feature of Nothing's new earbuds.

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0:02:37 - NEWS

0:31:24 - HARDWARE

0:52:16 - APPS

1:12:30 - FEEDBACK

@dmgerbino on X got an Android Faithful mug!
Ron Johnson thinks Google fixed a camera issue with the Pixel 10 Pro XL

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We Can Finally Erase That Fence

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 04:47:02 GMT

Mishaal, Florence, and Jason finally close the loop on one of the longest running gags from the All About Android days, and it involves fences. Plus, are Android's open roots eroding before out eyes? The Galaxy S26 leaks hard, and Jason unboxes the Infinix GT 30!

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00:00 - Podcast begins

07:06:09 - NEWS

00:40:15 - HARDWARE

01:09:33 - APPS

01:20:25 - FEEDBACK

Jeff thinks Android vulnerability reporting is overblown!

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Beeper’s Plan for 100 Million Users with CEO Kishan Bagaria

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 16:00:00 GMT

On this episode of Android Faithful with Jason Howell and Ron Richards, Beeper’s new CEO Kishan Bagaria shares the app’s evolution, the potential of AI integration, and a shift to on-device privacy. The conversation covers Beeper’s fight against messaging silos, openness versus Apple’s closed ecosystem, and plans to reach 100 million users.

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00:00 - Podcast begins

04:54 - Introducing Kishan Bagaria, CEO of Beeper

05:23 - Background and journey to Beeper CEO role

07:11 - Experience since taking the CEO position

07:41 - Overview of new Beeper tiers and features

10:20 - User feedback on recent Beeper changes

11:33 - Privacy and security shift to on-device connections

14:44 - Beeper’s approach to messaging interoperability

17:20 - Regulatory landscape and Beeper’s role in the US and EU

19:46 - Matt Mullenweg’s goal of 100 million users

22:25 - Openness and open-source contribution as core values

24:06 - Beeper integration with Clay personal CRM

27:35 - Defining Beeper’s core user base

28:26 - What to expect from Beeper in 2026 including AI integrations

30:06 - Closing remarks and future outlook

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When The Branch Breaks, The Nova Will Fall

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 03:31:04 GMT

We're trying to enjoy a quieter week in the world of Android but man, the drama doesn't stop and neither does the rollout of new devices. Luckily Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards are here to parse it all for you in one enjoyable package.

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00:05:24 - NEWS

Lookout! Google and Pixel is moving up the charts! Plus the latest from Apple's iPhone announcement?
Material 3 Expressive properly rolls out with Android 16 QPR1 and an update on the sideloading drama
Someone thought phones were too boring so they created the phone they wanted and it's pretty awesome!
Patron Pick: GoogleTV slow and sluggish? Maybe it's your button re-mapping app?

00:41:35 - HARDWARE

Samsung unveils even more new devices with the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE and the Galaxy Tab S11 and S11 Ultra Tablets
OnePlus and Hasselblad are breaking up and we can't even take a photo to remember them by
TCL unveiled new phones and watches at IFA along with that awesomely designed theater projector with GoogleTV

01:06:36 - APPS

Daily Hub no more! Google pulls it from Pixel 10s to be re-worked
Androidify is back from Google and now powered by AI!
Nova Launcher may be leaving us soon, as it's founder departs the project, work stops and open source canceled. There's a petition lobbying for it to be Open Sourced.

01:21:06 - FEEDBACK

Mike Sanders writes in to express is sadness over the Nova Launcher news.

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Gemini Finally Comes Home

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 04:10:22 GMT

It's a day of surprising news from and about Google as we get the latest legal update and Gemini looks too make a homecoming and whole lot more this week as Huyen Tue Dao, Jason Howell and Ron Richards deliver the Android gospel.

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00:05:00 - NEWS

Google dodges a bullet and won't need to spin off Android or Chome in it the big Antitrust Case
Looks like Gemini is finally coming to Google Home on October 1
The Android 16 Droid statue has arrived in Mountain View!
Nothing got busted using stock photos on the a Phone (3) ad
Patron Pick: Acer unveils a Google TV box with a ton of ports!

00:29:58 - HARDWARE

We get a glimpse of how the Samsung tri-fold device will fold
Changes to Google Pixel Care and lots of problems with Pixel 10s
Some rumors floated about the release date and price of the Android XR Headset from Samsung

00:50:53 - APPS

The new and improved QuickShare is rolling out and Google is still tinkering with it
YouTube rolls out a new UI on TVs and starts cracking down on shared accounts

01:06:52 - FEEDBACK

Mike proudly shares his widget count on his phone: 31!
Mike from Virginia ruminates on life after eSim. It's not too bad!
Tom in Sacramento joins the Patreon and weighs in on GoogleTV and WearOS/Facer

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One Week With the Pixel 10

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 17:00:00 GMT

Forgive us for another time-delayed episode but we promise its for good reason. Florence and Jason have been using the new Pixel 10 Pro for almost a full week and in good parental fashion are prepared with their Yucks and Yums of their time with Google's latest and greatest! Also, Huyen shares the developer perspective on the news that Google wants developers to de-anonymize themselves when bringing apps to Android.

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0:04:16 - NEWS

Google wants to make sideloading Android apps safer by verifying developers’ identities
Android 16 QPR2 Beta 1 is here
Google's not done yet, with a new Android Canary release arriving for testers
PATRON PICK: Android 16's power button wallet shortcut is strangely exclusive

0:29:55 - HARDWARE

Florence and Jason share their favorites (yums) and not so favorites (yucks) about the Pixel 10
Check out Jason's video on Material 3 Expressive

0:59:28 - APPS

Google Translate is ready to replace Duolingo in your life
Spotify still doesn't offer Hi-Fi audio, but now you can harass your friends about their music tastes in a message
Gemini app getting major image editing upgrade with ‘nano banana’

1:07:24 - FEEDBACK

Kyle ordered the Pixel 10 Fold, but might not keep it
Kev things the temperature sensor is a feature worth having
Brian does not like the changes to the Google Contacts app

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Material 3 Expressive, Explained: A Conversation with Google's Mindy Brooks

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 18:33:26 GMT

Mindy Brooks, VP of Product Management and UX for the Android Platform, joins us on Android Faithful to dig into the story behind Material 3 Expressive. We dive into the four-year journey from Material You to today’s big redesign, including how Google balanced personalization with accessibility and why user feedback shaped key decisions like the upcoming blur toggle. We also explore how Material 3 Expressive touches all kinds of surfaces, plus the small details that might make you smile.

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00:00⁠ - Podcast begins

04:54⁠ - Introducing Mindy Brooks from Google

05:24⁠ - From Material You to Material 3 Expressive: Why now?

07:48 - Balancing design flexibility with user preferences

10:15 ⁠ - Addressing accessibility and readability in Material 3

12:54 - The upcoming blur toggle customization

14:05 - What’s new in dynamic color theming

15:31 - Subtle tweaks, haptics, and animations that delight

17:30⁠ - How Google decides where to add polish and detail

19:24 - Availability of Material 3 Expressive on Pixel 10

20:14⁠ - Closing thoughts and thanks to Mindy Brooks

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Made By Google 2025 Delivers The Pixel 10 Line Up

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 16:00:00 GMT

The big moment has finally arrived, Made By Google launches today and we've got the full breakdown of all the new phones, watches and earbuds and all the software to go with them. Listen as Florence Ion, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards breakdown the rollout along with a little bit of the rest of the world of Android this week.

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00:04:00 - MADE BY GOOGLE

Get all the details on the phones from the Pixel 10 to the Pixel 10 Pro/Pro XL to the Pixel 10 Pro Fold
There's a bunch of new software to go with these phones bring new AI powered features
And there's accessories! From cases to ring stands to the Pixelsnap magnetic charger and stand and a dual charging plug!
The Pixel Watch 4 has got two sizes and lots of watch band combinations and of course, AI features
And for your ears, there's the Pixel Buds 2A and a new color for the Pixel Buds 2 Pro

00:50:30 - NEWS & HARDWARE

Details emerge on the Android 16 QPR2 release and it's got some very interesting features
Foldables seem to be having a moment as Samsung shows strong market share increases
Looking for affordable earbuds with ANC? Samsung's got you covered with the Galaxy Buds 3 FE

00:59:11 - APPS

We've got our first look at Calling Cards on the Google Phone app and it's pretty cool!
You can now have a temporary chat with Gemini and we're all thankful
Who needs Duolingo? Google Translate has a Gamified Learning feature coming to help you learn a new language

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Is YouTube Helping To Tune Out Google TV?

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 02:36:44 GMT

This week we have lots to speculate about (Google TV, Pixel 10s) and lots to celebrate (Android 17's Dessert Name) and lots to mourn (Goodbye Amazon App Store) and that's enough to keep Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards busy for another week that was in Android...

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00:09:13 - NEWS

Lots of questions about the future of Google TV
We hope you like Cinnamon, because we have the Dessert Name for Android 17!
Patron Pick: People are not happy with the Android Auto Material Makeover

00:34:14 - HARDWARE

So many Made By Google Pixel 10 lineup leaks, are there ANY surprises left?
Yes, the Pixel Tablet stylus is real and you could order it from Amazon?
Yet another attempt to make a phone in the US that's privacy based. Should you buy it? Well....
Don't miss Florence Ion's full review of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7

00:55:07 - APPS

Microsoft and Motorola team up on a camera based AI interaction that seems awfully familiar...
And Microsoft is killing a very popular app for who knows why
Instagram added a Map based view and here's how you can disable your location from the app
Goodbye Amazon Android App Store, it was fun while it lasted

01:08:16 - FEEDBACK

Craig writes in with the PRO Lanyard POV
Daniel from Colorado has a tale of using a phone for more than 4 years
Adam in San Diego weighs in on where the back button should be placed

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Defeating Droid Doldrums

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 03:44:23 GMT

The dog days of summer are upon us, but that doesn't stop Jason Howell, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards from talking about the latest legal drama and phone release rumors, plus a good dose of AI ethical conundrums.

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00:04:12 - NEWS

A major advancement in Epic Games legal victory over Google
Machine Learning used to estimate user's ages? Of course Google is doing that....
Samsung's use of the three button navigation in Android is under the microscope
Patron Pick: Speaking of Age Verification, the EU is going the down the app route

00:25:20 - HARDWARE

Big reveals from Samsung as to what's coming from the tri-fold phone to the Android XR headset
Could much of Google's Pixel 10 launch devices not be shipping until October?
Bringing back repairability, the Fairphone 6 raises the bar

00:46:11 - APPS

Some impressive changes are coming to Chrome on Android
Need a 2FA Authenticator app? Proton has you covered with this new FREE app
Gemini can now generate 10 page storybooks for you

01:00:21 - FEEDBACK

James, Oxfordshire, UK chimes in on the PIxel A series battery discussion
Kiril remembers the Game Frame
Peter loves his TCL NXTPAPER 14 tablet

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All the Dirt on the Z Fold 7

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 04:16:56 GMT

A supersized episode with Jason, Huyen, Mishaal, and Flo heading into the pit at the Warped Tour with a nerdy foldable smartphone. OK, maybe that was just Flo. Jason shows off a cool pixelated album art frame, everyone goes gaga over MagSafe finally coming to the next Pixel, and everyone gets confused by the Live Voicemail leak.

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00:08:57 - NEWS

Google FINALLY admits there's a problem with Google Home devices and promises to fix it
Introducing the second Android Canary build with brand new features!
Reports of a Pixel 6A that caught on fire on the nightstand. Not good!
Patron Pick: Android's own Live Voicemail is almost ready!

00:44:02 - HARDWARE

REVIEW: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 gets reviewed by Flo and Jason
A new era for wireless charging is coming thanks to WPC
Another round of Pixel 10 and Pixel 4 leaks and these ones are HUGE
Changes may be coming to Samsung and the Galaxy lineup

01:30:37 - APPS

One of the coolest things we've seen in a while: TUNESHINE
We saw this one coming as Google Photos lets you turn photos into videos
There's a new Link to Windows experience coming to Android phones

01:44:39 - FEEDBACK

Fredrik from Norway is angry at Wear OS-OEMs! He wants LE Audio support!

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Battery Size Matters

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 03:17:59 GMT

Who knew there would be such a wide range of topics on tonights show?! Jason Howell, Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards sure didn't think we'd be going lone on legal action on leaks and the science behind Google's rollout of the Pixel 10?

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00:07:50 - NEWS

And now we've got Gemini Drops from Google, which aren't quite the same as Android and Pixel Drops...
If you've been putting off the Pixel 4A Battery Update, Google is coming for you!
It's a batch of Legal news stories!
Google takes legal action against the BadBox 2.0 botnet infecting millions of TVs
Corning avoids EU antitrust fine by ending exclusive deals with phone manufacturers
Escobar Phone creator pleads guilty to scamming buyers, never delivered devices
Apple Sues Jon Prosser Over iOS 26 Leaks
Patron Pick: Two reasons why silicon-carbon batteries aren’t being used in more phones

00:46:53 - HARDWARE

Made By Google is coming and here's the Pixel 10!
And of course the Pixel Watch 4 details have leaked
In more smartwatch news, Nothing unveiled the CMF Watch 3 Pro and Motorola is bringing back the Moto 360 for 2025
We love the crazyness of the NEXSUGAR SUGAR 1 Android device

01:09:55 - APPS

Beeper is back with improved security and advanced features
Perplexity is looking to pre-install their Comet AI mobile browser on devices

01:19:11 - FEEDBACK

Michael made the Pixel 6A trade in offer work for him in an astounding way
Morgan has an unfortunate green line on his Pixel 9 Pro

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Android Canary in the ChromeOS Coalmine

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 04:29:28 GMT

Ready yourselves for some supersized action with Jason, Mishaal, Huyen, and Flo discussing what has been a rather consequential week in the world of Android. From boots on the ground at Samsung Unpacked, to Jason's unboxing of the Nothing Phone 3, to a new Android Canary track for the brave, the top Google brass acknowledging that Android and ChromeOS are merging! You don't want to miss this one.

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00:05:38 - NEWS

00:38:06 - HARDWARE

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked recap: Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7 and FE, Watch 8
Circle to Search Gets AI Mode, Gaming Help Arrives, and Pixel Watch Finally Gets Gemini
Flo's Newsletter: Foldables Still Cost Too Much
Jason unboxes the Nothing Phone 3

01:23:37 - APPS

01:34:15 - FEEDBACK

Simon is not a millionaire yet still decided to buy the Galaxy Z Fold 7
Gary wonders where birthdays went in Google Calendar
Tharanga won't rush into Android 16 on the Pixel 6 Pro

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Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025 Preview

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 04:43:17 GMT

Things pick up in the summer heat as Samsung gets ready to unveil their new line of foldables and watches and maybe more? Huyen Tue Dao, Jason Howell and Ron Richards break down what we expect to see at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked. Plus we go behind the scenes of AI Mode for Search at Google with an exclusive interview and lots more in this packed episode!

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00:07:01 - NEWS

Looks like questionable regulations are blocking smartphone battery development in the US and Europe
More updates on Live Updates coming to Android 16 very soon!
AI is coming for your notifications on Android! Will Google screw it up like Apple did?
PATRON PICK: The return of Google Now? Could Gemini Space be what we dream of?

00:35:19- HARDWARE

It's Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025 Eve and yep, there's already been leaks! Will we see a tri-fold?
Here's the breakdown on the OnePlus Watch 3 for smaller wrists!
Unboxing the impressive TCL NXTpaper 14 tablet

01:07:23 - APPS

Exclusive interview with Robby Stein, VP of Product Management, Search as he chats with Florence Ion about AI Mode in Google Search and explains how it all works via some live demos.

01:28:39 - COMMUNITY

Graeme is feeling burned by the Pixel 6A situation and isn't happy about it.
Runninrep is mad that his text messages are no longer read aloud while driving via Google Assistant. Why aren't they anymore?

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Pantech Patents Punch Pixels in Japan

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 04:46:51 GMT

Picking things up for the next 100 episodes, Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman, Jason Howell and Ron Richards traverse the wild range of Android filled with more advancements in AI and new phones hitting the market in this extended edition of Android Faithful, because you demanded it!

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00:08:51 - NEWS

Finally, the inevitable begins to happen as Gemini starts to take over Assistant on Android devices
Poking holes in Google's Find Hub network and how to fix it
Japan blocks the sale of Pixel 7s, could this be trouble for Google?
PATRON PICK: Android 16 can warn you that you might be connected to a fake cell tower

00:37:14 - HARDWARE

Hands on review of the Nothing Headphones (1)
Nothing releases the Nothing Phone (3) and it's impressive!
The Unihertz Titan 2 is wild with it's physical keyboard, crazy aspect ratio, second screen and low price!
The Vivo Fold 5 makes it's official debut and its the lightest foldable on the market AND it supports the Apple Watch (for real!)
And the Xiaomi MIX Flip 2 was announced, bringing more to one of the best foldable we can't buy

01:18:56 - APPS

The Android Phone app is getting an Material 3 Expressive redesign and old is new
Move over Veo 3, Adobe has Firefly for all your AI image and video generation needs
Google fixes Search via Ask Photos powered by Gemini (finally) and impresses with Doppl

01:33:43 - COMMUNITY

Joe reminisces about his old Pixel Watch faces

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The One That Broke The Streams

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 04:26:17 GMT

It's a major milestone as we reach 100 episodes of Android Faithful! To celebrate the occasion, Jason Howell, Florence Ion and Ron Richards won't even let ill-timed technical difficulties hamper the mood to bring you the latest and greatest in the world of Android. Buckle up, cause this 100th episode extravaganza gets wild!

Thanks to everyone in the AF Community for riding with us this far and here's to the next 100 episodes!

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00:07:04 - NEWS

Nothing commits to keeping Essential Space free, for now....
Old is new again as someone has figured out how to put Android in old Blackberry devices!
PATRON PICK: 'Optimized' voice assistant choices may be coming soon to Android - what does that even mean?

00:37:38 - HARDWARE

Hands on with the Moto Razr Ultra 2025 and the Moto Razr 2025
Mark your calendars - July 9th, Samsung Galaxy Unpacked is getting Ultra and Unfolded
Just in time as we get leaks of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, the Galaxy Flip 7 and the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE

01:10:38 - APPS

What is AppCast and what will it do?
What's the name of that song? Gemini can tell you now!
Indigo from Adobe brings the Pixel Camera app magic to iOS

01:23:48 - COMMUNITY

Mark was worried about the Moto Razr 2025!
George from NYC shares his XR Glasses / Samsung Dex setup
Todd wants to know how we're liking the Google TV Streaming Device?

01:39:02 - BONUS! AFTER HOURS

Pixel 10 ‘Magic Cue’ leaks as AI that proactively suggests ‘info and actions’
OnePlus might have gamers in sight with this compact tablet
Fairphone 6 leaks in new images with new design, easily-replacable battery
Google Messages will help you shame your friends into finally turning on RCS (APK teardown)
Honor beats Samsung to the punch with 'thinnest ever' Magic V5 Foldable
Google may have secretly given its XR glasses a name

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Qi2, Brute?

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 04:16:22 GMT

We're delighted to welcome back Juan Bagnell to the show to join Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards for all the Android 16 and WearOS updates and the latest in Tablet developments...

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00:07:30 - NEWS

Google insists AOSP isn't dead, but it sure is different now.
Legacy watch faces are being phased out of WearOS in 2026
Some problems with the Android 16 rollout causing navigation issues
PATRON PICK: What Gemini app features are free versus paid?

00:50:02 - HARDWARE

Rumors pointing to Google Pixel 10 having Qi 2 support
Yes, this Android phone from Vivo connects to an Apple Watch, iCloud and other Apple devices. For real life.
A 5.3mm thin color ePaper tablet from Boox has us reeling
Will the next Samsung Unpacked event be in NYC? Seems like it!
Another reveal for the Nothing Phone (3), this time with the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4

01:15:23 - APPS

MotoTags and Google's Find Hub gets UWB precision finding
Gasp! Ads are coming to WhatsApp!

01:24:03 - COMMUNITY

Tom from Littleton, Colorado is frustrated by the volume slider.

01:32:17 - BONUS! AFTER HOURS

Google is killing Android Instant Apps
Huawei's Next Tri-Fold Phone Coming in September
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Lineup Adopts Ultra-Inspired Design
Pixel phones may finally get native flashlight brightness controls
First Look at OnePlus Pad Lite
OnePlus Watch 3 is coming July 8th

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Android 16 Gnomenclature

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 04:20:33 GMT

The release of the latest version of Android is always a big moment every year and this year, with Android 16, it definitely feels different. Join Huyen Tue Dao, Jason Howell and Ron Richards break it all down and figure out exactly why...

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00:05:29 - NEWS

Android 16 is here...for Pixel devices.
Inside new Wear OS 6 features that can extend battery life for smartwatches
Some of the new iOS 26 feature sure look familiar...
PATRON PICK: How millions of Android devices turn home networks into crime

00:39:56 - HARDWARE

The new tablet on the block, the OnePlus Pad 3 is very impressive
Samsung is teasing us with an "ultra" foldable
Ron got his hands on the Clicks keyboard for the Pixel 9 Pro
Jason unboxes the RayNeo Air 3x XR glasses

01:05:24 - APPS

So much drama around Samung's AI Shopping partnership
Google Photos rolls back the "Ask Photos" AI based search feature
The WIndows 95 Space Cadet Pinball game is back on Android

01:15:35 - COMMUNITY

Raven has some examples of how Gemini works with Reminders
Enrico sheds some light on passkeys

00:32:15 - BONUS AFTER HOURS

Meta and Yandex are de-anonymizing Android users’ web browsing identifiers
Log in to your Samsung account by the end of next month or forever hold your peace
Samsung's shocking move: No camera upgrades until Galaxy S28!
Google Messages is rolling out a Material 3 Expressive redesign along with an updated gallery + camera view
Dangerous new Android malware adds fake contacts to your phone while draining bank accounts — how to stay safe

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Livin' On The Galaxy Edge

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 04:40:41 GMT

This very, very Edgy episode has Jason Howell, Mishaal Rahman, and Florence Ion talking all about Samsung's thin AND light premium smartphone in detail. Plus Ron Richards and Jason chat with AT&T's Jeff Howard all about the evolving role of the carrier in the world of Android.

Apologies for the clicking on Jason's audio. It was recorded that way, not sure why.

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00:07:13 - NEWS

Samsung One UI 8 Beta launch plans have landed
Samsung and Perplexity are close to getting into bed together for AI Features
More details are emerging around Android 16 QPR1
PATRON PICK: A Contacts App upgrade could exist with Pixel VIPs

00:37:09

We chat with Jeff Howard - VP of Consumer Devices for AT&T about the inner workings of a mobile carrier in 2025

01:06:55- HARDWARE

Jason has the first look at the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
We're getting bits and pieces of details about the the seemingly early Pixel 10 launch

01:26:36 - APPS

PayPal says "bye-bye" to Google Wallet
Want an app to download and run AI Models locally? Google has an app for that
Pixel Themes are coming and there will be much rejoicing.

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Live Updates All Around

Wed, 28 May 2025 03:24:04 GMT

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We're recovering from KotlinConf and Google I/O but Huyen Tue Dao, Jason Howell and Ron Richards are getting excited over new features coming to Android 16 plus leaked looks at the Google Pixel 10 and more!

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00:09:17 - NEWS

Google is bringing Live Updates to WearOS and expanding beyond Pixel Phones
Carl Pei has a vision of a world without apps, where have we heard this before?
What could bad battery life on the Pixel 10 mean for the Tensor chip?
PATRON PICK: Google says Android 16's Desktop Mode builds on what Samsung did with Dex

00:44:14 - HARDWARE

The Google Pixel 10 leaks from it's own commercial shoot
The RealMe GT7 has an impressive battery and approach to design
The OnePlus 13S is launching soon, but not here and likely with an AI Button

01:02:14 - APPS

Facer is back on WearOS!
Android Auto gets social listening with Spotify
RIP Pocket - huge bummer news from one of our old favorite apps

01:10:35 - FEEDBACK

Dave writes in about an old prototype of a solution for car interfaces that he wonders why it never took off?
Nik is frustrated with Gemini

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Google I/O 2025

Wed, 21 May 2025 15:45:00 GMT

It's the main event, back at the Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View, CA, steps away from the Google headquarters for the big show, Google I/O 2025. Jason Howell, Mishaal Rahman, Florence Ion and Ron Richards were in attendance for all the Gemini and AI related announcements and reveals and break down what you need to know from an Android POV. Plus, we sat down with friends of the show Sam Bright, VP and GM of Google Play and Developer Ecosystem and Matthew McCullough, VP of Product Management, Android Developer to catch up on all the news as it relates to the Android ecosystem and get hyped for Android XR!

Due to an unfixable error in the studio, the interview audio is less than ideal. We tried our best to clean up the audio. Our apologies.

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00:02:10 - NEWS

During the Google I/O Keynote, Android 16 QPR1 Beta was released
Here's everything you need to know about the Google I/O Keynote for Android users

00:20:17 - INTERVIEW

Mishaal and Ron chat with Sam Bright, VP and GM of Google Play and Developer Ecosystem and Matthew McCullough, VP of Product Management, Android Developer about Android, Gemini, Google Play, Android XR and Material 3 Expressive

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The Android Show Show

Wed, 14 May 2025 04:45:14 GMT

Google I/O is one week away, but that didn't stop Google from starting the party early with Android related news, including some AI magic coming to cars and we've got an exclusive interview with Patrick Brady, VP of Android for Cars at Google to discuss it!

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00:05:37 - NEWS

Google presented a special edition of The Android Show ahead of I/O
Material 3 Expressive gets confirmed and revealed to the world
Google Gemini makes the jump to Android Auto, WearOS, Google TV and Android XR
New security features are unveiled for Android
PATRON PICK: The reality of tracking a powered off, stolen Pixel phone...is depressing

00:47:21 - INTERVIEW

Florence Ion and Jason Howell chat with Patrick Brady, VP of Android for Cars at Google about Gemini on Android Auto

01:11:17 - HARDWARE

It's so thin, how can the battery hold up? The Samsung S25 Edge arrives with lots of questions
Many rumors abound about the Samsun Galaxy Watch 8 series

01:19:33 - APPS

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Material Zoomer Design

Wed, 07 May 2025 04:00:32 GMT

Week two of big news from Android Faithful as we welcome a new member to the team (you know who it is, right?) Also, Material 3 is EXPRESSIVE, Android Desktop Mode is TOTALLY right around the corner, and the Chromecast is BACK! (sort of)

In case you missed it, Android Faithful has new perks and rewards for supporting the show on Patreon including a NEW SHOW called Android Faithful After Hours!

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00:09:24 - NEWS

Google is working on a big UI overhaul for Android: Here's an early look
Leak: How and why Google made Material 3 Expressive
A Simple Google Search Is Now a Thing of the Past
Google is finally building its own DeX: First look at Android's Desktop Mode
PATRON PICK: iOS and Android juice jacking defenses have been trivial to bypass for years

00:43:26 - HARDWARE

Exclusive: The Pixel 10 could be in for an unexpected display upgrade
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge: This is the ultra-thin new top smartphone
The Chromecast is back, but not as we know it

00:57:50 - APPS

Google Wallet launches new age and identity verification features
Android Auto's in-progress light theme is actually starting to look pretty good
Opera for Android launches new tab management features

01:08:34 - COMMUNITY

Tharanga wants a light Android tablet for reading music
Craig has a DND solution for Jason
Anonymous has a solution for Gemini news sources

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The Bubbling Bubble Bar

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 04:02:38 GMT

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BIG News from Android Faithful as we've got new perks and rewards for supporting the show on Patreon!

Meanwhile, in the world of Android, Google I/O is getting closer and it already controversial and new phones hit the market and they're quite cool to look at!

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00:10:31 - NEWS

The Google I/O schedule of events is out! But looks like Android is getting some advanced attention.
It's been a while, but we've got updated Android distribution numbers!
We're excited about Android's bubble bar and more Android 16 goodies
Google does a little humblebrag that Find My Device network is 4x faster now.
PATRON PICK: If you're a passenger, Android Auto isn't really all that great

00:47:36 - HARDWARE

Hands On with the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro and Buds
A happy update from OnePlus on pricing for the OnePlus Watch 3
An unhappy update from OnePlus on the availability of the OnePlus 13T
Look at the awesome colors of the new lineup of Motorola Razrs! We approve!

01:12:24 - APPS

Goodbye Assistant Driving Mode
You can finally view PDFs in Chrome for Android. Finally!
Google Photos will nudge you to make a Highlights video for Mother's Day and then let you share it with a QR Code

01:19:40 - COMMUNITY

Brad has a POV on HealthConnect
Mark Zip has had it with Gemini
Fredrik Seglem shares his Samsung Dex setup

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VIVO Says Hold My Camera

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:35:37 GMT

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Another week in the tapestry of Android news rolls on as Jason Howell, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards deliver the highs and lows and the wonder of bizarre camera add-ons for phones and more.

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00:06:20 - NEWS

Android 16 rolled out the 4th beta and Mishaal breaks it down
Samsung and Motorola may go the AI Assistant route of Perplexity
There's early leaks of Samsung One UI 8 and they're nothing to get excited about
Could we see a new version of Material Design at Google I/O?
PATRON PICK: Apparently Android's Health Connect is a bit of a mess

00:42:42 - HARDWARE

A new rugged phone and tablet on the way from Samsung!
The Vivo X200 Ultra and it's camera kit is shocking to see
Could this be the patent for the Samsung rollable phone?

01:02:18 - APPS

Some major updates from Gemini with Live Camera and free access for College students
Google Discover continues to make weird design choices
Now you can upgrade old photos to Ultra HDR in Google Photos

01:16:38 - COMMUNITY

Jim discovered voice reporting does work in Waze!
Michel Dumont is curious about anti-virus software in Android, is it needed?
Sam from Cleveland has some ideas about car based smart glasses

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Pixel Watch 4... More Like Thick-sel Watch 4

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 03:24:02 GMT

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It was a week of wearable news as Jason, Huyen, and Mishaal talk about XR glasses at TED, in the news, and in Android Auto, and wonder what are the nubs on the Pixel Watch 4 in a leaky peaky.

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00:02:02 - NEWS

Google lays off hundreds of employees in the Platform and Devices division.
Mishaal talks about a couple of features that will make Android devices more secure, including one borrowed from iOS.
Google gives a first look at their XR glasses being made in collaboration with Samsung
PATRON PICK: Gboard is working on a meme studio and it’s “mediocre at best”

00:42:46 - HARDWARE

The newly announced Honor “Power” lives up to its name
The OnePlus Watch now has a higher price for unsurprising reasons
A leaky peaky of the Pixel Watch 4 shows that it might be a little bit thicker than the Pixel Watch 3
The Pixel 10 Pro Fold price leaks
Jason and Shannon Morse reviewed the Pixel 9a

01:05:02 - APPS

01:17:25 - COMMUNITY

Michael O. writes in to ask about Android trackers that do not require Samsung device lock-in.

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My Next Phone is Centa-Fold

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 04:12:15 GMT

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This week Huyen, Jason and Ron ponder the world of of AR glasses, infinite folding smartphones, song parodies and more!

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00:04:53 - NEWS

Higher prices for Samsung phones seem inevitable
Mishaal explains how Android 16 may borrowing from iOS and more from the upcoming OS release
Google adds Lens and Photos support to AI Search and it's pretty impressive
Looks like the Samsung Galaxy S25 was a hit after all
PATRON PICK: Meta is going to one-up Google Glass with the next Ray-Bans Smart Glasses

00:58:24 - HARDWARE

Could Samsung be developing a Quad Fold device? We hope so!
The new Wal-Mart Onn TV Device is coming and it's the harbinger of the "Free TV" button on Google TV remotes
Rumors swirling around the OnePlus 13T are too amazing to be true. Small phone with a huge battery that weighs less?
The camera specs for the Google Pixel 10 line are confirmed and confounding.

01:20:33 - APPS

Android Automotive has a DashCam App, but you can't download it
More AI on Android, this time from Microsoft with Copilot Vision, now available on mobile
Did you know Intel Unison enabled Android to connect to Windows? We didn't either but it doesn't matter since they're shutting it down

01:25:22 - COMMUNITY

TJ writes in about something fishy going on with games on Google Play
Larry from Metamora, Michigan writes in asking if his bluetooth earbuds can connect to two phones at once?

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No Joke, Android Goes Private

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 04:29:54 GMT

We're not foolin' around this week as some earth shaking news in the development world of Android along gets weighed by our hosts, Jason Howell, Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards.

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00:02:35 - NEWS

It's April Fool's Day and the jokes are really losing steam...
BIG NEWS in the world of open source as Google takes Android private and Mishaal is here to explain
More information on what could have been with "Pixie"
Looks like the Samsung Galaxy S25 was a hit after all
PATRON PICK: Why are phone makers ditching Gorilla Glass?

00:47:31 - HARDWARE

Nothing OS get an update for (3a) Series and Jason's review of the phone is positive along with an appreciation of the Essential Space button
Google re-sets the Pixel 9A launch date for April 10
We get some leaked renders of the Pixel 10 Pro Fold and they're more of the same

01:02:10 - APPS

Google's got a bunch of new features and tips on how to plan your summer travel with Search, Maps, Gemini and Lens
Looks like Chrome for Android supporting extensions may becoming real
Hey! Circle to Search is coming to...Perplexity on Android?
Now you can play video games in your car on Android Auto

01:17:16 - COMMUNITY

Jordan in Montana wants us to normalize plastic phones again
Javier from Louisville, KY shares his Samsung DEX Setup

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Gemini Hallucinates Stock Android

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 03:17:28 GMT

It's an episode of some deep analysis and discussion of Google's AI progress with Gemini along with a lively Stock Android hot-take talk along with the latest phones, apps and your emails with Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards.

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00:03:17 - NEWS

The EU has got Apple backed into a corner over iOS only features
A fascinating look at Google playing catch-up to OpenAI with the development of Gemini
PATRON PICK: A hot-take on the fact that Stock Android really is a thing of the past

00:36:06 - HARDWARE

The Pixel 9A is here! Even though it's delayed and missing some features
Huawei changes the game on foldables WITHOUT Android!
The new lineup of Moto Razr foldables have leaked
Now you can have Atari 2600 games on your new Atari smartwatch

00:54:21 - APPS

G-Mail upgrades your inbox with AI (of course) and now parents can add credit cards to kids' Google Wallet
Google Messages might be bringing YouTube back
Get your free stuff. Free video games on the Epic Games store and free MLB.TV on T-Mobile

01:01:56 - COMMUNITY

Clayton from Valencia, CA followed up with photos of his DEX Setup
Jordan also sent in photos of his former DEX Setup
Andy in Melbourne, Australia has a huge gripe about smartwatches and their lack of actual watch like functions

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Google, Give Us a Break

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 04:33:12 GMT

March is a huge month for Android with Google's barrage of announcements. Adam Doud joins the team to parse through as much as we can in this extra long episode.

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00:10:40 - NEWS

RCS is back as Apple adds encryption with Android users
Google Play announced interoperability between PCs and Mobile games along with Vulkan as the official graphics API
Pokemon Go! got sold to Scopely
Android 16 Beta 3 is here and we've got platform stability!
We finally get a date for Samsung's OneUI 7 rollout and more device info
PATRON PICK: This crazy new handheld device is powered by the new Snapdragon chip for gaming

00:44:50 - HARDWARE

Leaks of the Motorola Edge 60 Fusion and a NEW kind of foldable from Huawei
Get minimalist as the Light Phone III is shipping this month
Pebble is back with the Core 2 Duo and Core Time 2 watches

01:22:32 - APPS

Gemini is getting personalization along with a ton of tools for developers and collaboration
Gemini begins the takeover of Assistant
Microsoft integrated Android into Copilot AI app for Windows
Joining groups on Google Messages is getting easier

01:38:11 - COMMUNITY

Clayton from Valencia, CA is a proud Samsung Dex user!

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Mobile World Congress: Because We Can

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 03:37:35 GMT

Mobile World Congress is over and Jason and Mishaal are back on the show to join Huyen and Ron to go through a TON of Android News. Plus we're delighted to welcome Nirave Gondhia of House of Technology to the show to help us break it all down

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00:06:50 - NEWS

Google announces an experimental AI Mode for Search
Samsung expands One UI 7 beta access to more devices, revealing new features
Lock screen widgets are coming (back) to Android along with one step closer to desktop access
More details on the Pixel 4A debacle emerge
The March Feature Drop has caused many problems for Google Pixels
The DOJ vs Google saga continues targeting Chrome
PATRON PICK: GBoard goes rounded keys and people freaked out

00:59:11 - HARDWARE

Mobile World Congress Recap with tons of phones! Like the RealMe Photo Concept phone, the Techno Spark Slim phone and much more!
Leaky Peeky at the Pixel 10 and "Pixie" makes a comeback!
We get updated leaked images of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7
REVIEW: Jason took the OnePlus Watch 3 Snowboarding!
Goodbye slider button! OnePlus confirms it's dead

01:38:16 - APPS

Google Gemini on Android Auto? Yes it's for real
Google Photos rolls back feature change due to user demand

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Ja-Mobile World Congress

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 01:00:00 GMT

While Jason Howell and Mishaal Rahman are enjoying Jamon in Barcelona at Mobile World Congress, Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards are at AFHQ to bring you the latest in Android news and the continuing parade of new phones!

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00:02:50 - NEWS

Google times the March 2025 Android Feature and Google Pixel Drops with MWC
If you've got a Samsung device, here's when you'll get One UI 7
Google Pixels in the wild as NYC uses them to help monitor the subway for defects
PATRON PICK: Google Translate gets an unbelievably helpful AI boost

00:31:20 - HARDWARE

Jason is hands on with the brand new Nothing Phone 3(A) and Pro
Mishaal provides a n in-depth review of the Xiaomi 15 Ultra
Samsung busts into the mid-range with some great specs for the Galaxy A26 5G, A36 5G & A56 5G
From Barcelona at MWX, Jason is hands on with the TCL 60 XE NextPaper 5G
Foldable leaky peakys! First the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 and then the crazy cool Infinix tri-folding concept phone
More concepts with the TECNO Spark Slim boasting the thinnest smartphone ever!

01:19:50 - APPS

Some cars will get a very cool heads-up display integration with the Waze 5.4 update

01:23:54 - COMMUNITY

Derek from Illinois sheds some light on the OnePus Watch 3 typo debacle
Michael from Tulsa, OK is so very disappointed in Samsung

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What Does "Global" Even Mean, Anyway?

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 05:37:56 GMT

Oh boy, the week before Mobile World Congress and there is SO MUCH hardware to discuss. Luckily Jason Howell, Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards are to ponder what a global launch really means.

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00:05:00 - NEWS

Goodbye Amazon Appstore on Android Devices!
Mishaal's got even more details on Android 16
Rabbit is back with a look at their Android Agent
PATRON PICK: The Pixel Tablet gets a new, expensive life from Murena

00:40:00 - HARDWARE

First video leak of the Google Pixel 9A shows off the lack of a camera bump
The Oppo Find N5 is launching "Globally" but not in the US or Europe. Okay Oppo, sure, "Global"
Just how slim is the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge? Very slim.
Nothing reveals the secrets behind the design of the Phone 3(A)
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 looks to finally get the form factor right
Goodbye Chromecast with Google TV - we loved you.
The Xiaomi 15 is coming on March 2
Finally, the Clicks keyboard arrives for Android!

01:21:50 - APPS

Cars with Android Auto are getting dozens of apps!
The newest Photoshop app from Adobe is coming to Android...eventually.

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Qi2 (Not) Ready

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 04:11:15 GMT

The team is almost back as Huyen Tue Dao and Mishaal Rahman return to the show to join Ron Richards as we dive into the latest in Android, most notably one of the best smartwatches we've ever reviewed!

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00:01:42 - Huyen is back!

While in Japan she picked up an Oukitel WP35 Rugged Phone 5G and the Motorola Edge 50 Pro

00:11:57 - NEWS

Android 16 Beta 2 was released and Mishaal breaks it down
Google finally updates Family Link and adds new features
Android XR is confirmed to give access to all cameras on the headset
PATRON PICK: Why can't Android get magnetic Qi2 charging right?

00:41:26 - HARDWARE

REVIEW: OnePlus Watch 3
We're heartbroken that we won't be getting a OnePlus Open 2
But maybe we can get a Huawei Mate XT Ultimate?
Nothing's teaser game for the Nothing Phone 3(A) is strong
In dual tone greatness, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra looks fantastic

01:10:30 - APPS

No, hell hasn't frozen over but yes Apple released the AppleTV+ app for Android
Gemini Live gets some new features around captions and summaries

01:20:46 - COMMUNITY

Robert from New Jersey has a happy Pixel 4A ending
Raven reports that the Bahamas has solved the messaging problem!

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Innovative Product Lunch

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 04:02:32 GMT

It's just two dudes talking Android this week as Jason Howell and Ron Richards dish on Google's mistakes, get excited for I/O and parse all the new phones that all seem to be running the Snapdragon 8 Elite.

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00:03:00 - NEWS

It's coming! The date has been announced for Google I/O 2025!
Google's Search AI mode is coming too!
The sad Pixel 4A Battery update saga just keeps going, now with more details on perhaps why this is happening.
Android 16 will alert you when you change time zones. It's about time!
PATRON PICK: The patrons couldn't resist Google's Super Bowl Ad fiasco

0:26:10 - HARDWARE

The Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra has launched!
The OnePlus Watch 3 is going to launch on February 12!
The much anticipated tri-fold Huawei Mate XT might be launching on February 12 also!
The Oppo Find F5 is not only thin, it barely has a crease and it's launching on February 20!

00:40:48 - APPS

Google Messages looks to support WhatsApp video calling. I know, we're surprised too.
AI generated images in Google Photos are getting an invisible watermark.
Want to track Samsung tracker tags with Android? There's an app for that!

00:48:34 - COMMUNITY

Scott Wyant from Arkansas loves his Pixel 4A.
Ben hates his Pixel Buds Pro 2.
Dave in Virginia Beach loves the AF theme music and wants an extended remix.

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Pixel 9A Dumps the Bump

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 04:00:20 GMT

It's a calm before the storm as we've got a quiet week in Android making Jason Howell, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards thankful for the reprieve, because the wave of phone releases is on the horizon!

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00:03:05 - NEWS

Layoffs looming, Google offers packages for Pixel and Android employees to exit
2024 was a very good year for Smartphones with sales up 7%!
PATRON PICK: Android 16's Linux Terminal is real and it runs DOOM

0:19:24 - HARDWARE

We've got a release date for the Pixel 9A and it's soon!
The Nothing 3(A) is coming on March 4!
HANDS ON: Jason reviews the Moto G 2025, a $200 phone
The leak of the Xiaomi 15 Ultra launch date reveals a February 26 date?

00:42:46 - APPS

New Play Protect features roll out on Android to protect against dangerous apps
Openvibe is a new app attempting to unify the open social web
Apple Invites work on Android! Kinda...
File sharing and linking for Android and Windows gets easier.

00:56:59 - COMMUNITY

MattBatt has the Moto G and loves it
Jason from Chicago cannot get the Google Discover page to fully work
Rory needs Earbuds with Find My Device support

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Pebble: The Next Generation

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 04:35:46 GMT

Jason and Mishaal chat with Pebble founder Eric Migikovsky about the return of the smartwatch brand, comprehensive coverage of Samsung's Galaxy S25 launch, and Android 16's first beta in detail."

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00:01:23 - INTERVIEW WITH ERIC MIGIKOVSKY, PEBBLE

- Eric Migikovsky, Pebble founder, discusses Pebble's return and Google's open-sourcing of Pebble OS

- Discussion of Pebble's unique features and why users loved them

- Google's process of open-sourcing Pebble OS and community involvement

0:30:52 - NEWS

Android 16's first beta is here with major tablet improvements and iOS-like Live Updates

The future is adaptive: Changes to orientation and resizability APIs in Android 16

Here's how Google's changing notifications in Android 16 with Live Updates

Android 16 could borrow one of the best OxygenOS multitasking features for tablets

Google rolls out new accessibility features for Android, starting with Samsung's Galaxy S25

Circle to Search is adding new one-tap actions and AI overviews for visual searches

Meet Samsung's kid-friendly smartwatch experience

PATRON PICK: This major brand has a tool to run PC games, Steam on your Android tablet

1:01:13 - HARDWARE

Samsung's Galaxy S25 is tougher, faster, and packed full of AI features

4 reasons to wait for the Galaxy S26 Ultra

Here's a look at Samsung's upcoming Project Moohan XR headset, powered by Android XR

Samsung showed off the Galaxy S25 Edge at Unpacked

Oppo Find N5 confirmed to come with an IPX9 rating and 50W wireless charging

1:27:09 - APPS

Gemini is getting smarter with apps, YouTube videos, and your camera

Epic will expand its mobile game store by helping cover developer iOS fees

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TikTok Kabuki Theatre

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 04:05:14 GMT

'Twas the night before Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025 and Patrick Norton makes his first appearance on Android Faithful to join Ron Richards and Jason Howell pre-game Samsung's announcement, laugh at Microsoft, navigate the TikTok ban and so many new phones all in one jam-packed episode!

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00:03:06 - NEWS

Rich Miner, the Android co-founder throws some shade at Microsoft and Bill Gates
Nothing reporting over 1 Billion dollars in sales
PATRON PICK: Google Home is adding on AI insights and a new UI for creating routines

00:23:43 - HARDWARE

Getting excited for Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025 plus rumors of a thin Galaxy phone
And you thought the Oppo Find N5 couldn't get thinner, spoiler IT'S REALLY THIN
Honor launches the HONOR Magic7 Pro and another partnership with Porsche for the Magic7 RSR
Motorola is back with the new Moto G and Moto G Power
You can now control your Chromebook with your face

00:54:30 - APPS

There's a new assistant in town, with the preview of Perplexity's Android assistant
Bluesky, X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram scramble to fill the void (not quite yet) caused by the TikTok ban
Get excited as Android Automotive is getting new apps soon!
There's a problem with RCS/SMS on Google Messages and it's Apple's fault

01:09:01 - COMMUNITY

John from Cincinnati writes in with a reason why last week's e-mailer couldn't install apps
Derek wants to know if he should buy the Pixel 8 or Pixel 8A
Marge is skeptical of the offer Google sent Pixel 4A owners

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OnePlus Premiumization

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 05:48:38 GMT

For the first time in 2025, Jason Howell, Mishaal Rahman, Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards gather to wrap up CES, dive into the OnePlus 13 and navigate all the Samsung and Nothing leaks. We're Android Faithful and we're back at it, all together baby!

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00:03:05 - NEWS

Jason and Mishaal share their CES Experiences
Google pushes home technology further with Matter
The global smartphone sales numbers for 2024 are in and Xiaomi is doing very well, plus we have a new buzzword
PATRON PICK: Google is experimenting with an audio summary of your daily news

00:40:57 - HARDWARE

Jason and MIshaal weigh in on the OnePlus 13 and 13R
Leaks abound as the Samsung Galaxy S25 specs across the line are out ahead of Unpacked next week
The ZenFone 12 Ultra, the new flagship from Asus has a release date
Nothing prepares for its first flagship phone
The thinnest flagship is coming thanks to the Oppo Find N5

01:08:36 - APPS

Google Messages brings back the ability to customize your contacts
GBoard introduces an ‘Undo’ button
Gemini is getting a facelift on Android devices

1:14:52 - COMMUNITY

Charles from San Antonio can't get Android Auto on his Galaxy S10
Mike from Ohio gets a weird ding when he puts his phone on his watch

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The GOAT of all Guests

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 04:13:17 GMT

Kicking off 2025 with Matteo Doni of Tech Travel Geeks to go through all the news from CES!

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CES NEWS

Samsung unveils Vision AI and new TVs
A sneaky announcement about Wireless Qi2 charging on Android
Samsung and Google's alternative to Dolby Atmos
Google brings more AI to Google TV
TCL shows the Playcube, a Google TV-powered projector
TCL unveils display tech for better eye comfort: NXTPAPER 4.0
Lenovo unveils new premium Android tablets

HARDWARE

The OnePlus 13 and 13R
OnePlus 13 will work with Find My Device
First look at the OnePlus Open 2
Details around the OnePlus Watch 3 Pro

NEWS

Google's 1st Android patch of 2025 released
EU targets Apple
Google makes a counterproposal to the DOJ
PATRON PICK: connect a hearing aid to your phone

APPS

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All I Want For Christmas is Android XR

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 05:20:06 GMT

We wrap up 2024 for Android Faithful with a great interview with Shahram Izadi - VP & GM, AR/XR at Google about the new Android XR platform. That plus Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman, Jason Howell and Ron Richards share their best and worst of Android for 2024. It's been a hell of year for Android, and we wouldn't want it any other way!

PROGRAMMING NOTE: This is our last episode of 2024. We'll be back on January 7, 2025. We thank you for enjoying our show this past year and hope you have a peaceful and delightful holidays and a happy new year! We'll see you in 2025, just in time for CES!

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INTERVIEW

00:00:45 - We sit down with Shahram Izadi - VP & GM, AR/XR at Google for an indepth discussion about Android XR and what we expect from the platform along with the news of Find My Device on Android XR

NEWS

00:41:42 - Google rolls out Gemini 2.0 as they enter the "Agentic Era"
00:47:29 - Project Astra opens up the waitlist for users to get access to the new platform
00:48:57 - Want Gemini on your Nest Home device?
00:52:12 - Samsung Galaxy Unpacked is coming in 2025 and the date has been leaked
00:54:30 - PATRON PICK: Google rolls out a redesign to Discover

HARDWARE

01:06:19 - Huge news as Google chooses a MediaTek modem for the Pixel 10

APPS

01:08:45 - The Epic Games store is coming pre-installed on millions of Android devices in Europe and Latin America
01:11:26 - YouTubeTV gets another price increase

BEST AND WORST OF 2024

01:18:08 - The Android Faithful share their best things from Android in 2024:

Ron: Google's insane pace of updates across Android and related platforms

Mishaal: Google's commitment to the future of the Android platform

Huyen: The Pixel 9 Series

Jason: Project Astra

01:26:54 - The Android Faithful share their worst things from Android in 2024:

Ron: The cancellation of the Pixel Tablet 2

Huyen: Continued overemphasis on jamming in AI-features

Mishaal: Uncertainty about the future of certain Google and Qualcomm products given litigation

Jason: The DOJ/Google Antitrust rulings might bring big changes to Play Services and more.

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Sneaky Doomscrolling With Expressive Captions

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 04:59:57 GMT

Jason and Mishaal are joined by Florence Ion to discussSamsung's OneUI 7 Beta, a massive slew of new Android and Pixel features, OnePlus' Watch 3 rumors, and an interview with Angana Ghosh, Director of Product Management for Android about Expressive Captions!

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NEWS

0:05:30 - Here's every new feature in the Pixel Drop update for December 2024

0:07:25 - Google’s December Pixel Drop Introduces AI Enhancements for Screenshots

0:12:41 - Android is getting new features to help you consume and share content

0:17:16 - Here's everything Google didn't tell you about in Android 15's first Feature Drop

0:22:00 - Samsung One UI 7 Beta Starts To Roll Out

0:32:20 - @MishaalRahman: Pixel 6 series, Pixel 7 series, and Pixel Fold will get an additional 2 years of OS updates!

0:35:05 - PATRON PICK: How Chrome doubled its Speedometer scores on Android

INTERVIEW

0:40:25 - Google is making captions on Android even better.

HARDWARE

1:02:26 - Motorola Razr+ is dripping in Pantone's 2025 color of the year

1:04:55 - Upcoming OnePlus Pad's key specs tipped

1:06:40 - Possible OnePlus Watch 3 bags FCC certification

1:13:33 - Flo's Pixel Watch 3 Review

1:02:46 - Ice Universe: the Samsung Galaxy S25 trio will support Qi2 wireless charging

APPS

1:22:28 - Your Wear OS watch can now double as a hotel key, campus ID, and more

1:25:17 - Google Photos is getting its own version of Spotify Wrapped

COMMUNITY

1:29:10 - Clayton really wants Desktop Mode NOW.

1:31:34 - Lukas knows how to roll your own YouTube Music Recap!

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PDA: Portable Data Appliance

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 05:31:35 GMT

The Android Faithful team is joined by Juan Bagnell who gives his review of the massive (dare I say chonky) TANK Pad, along with discussion of Google's antitrust appeal, Honor's focus on portrait photography, OnePlus's Live Alerts, and IDC's smartphone growth predictions.

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NEWS

00:06:40 - Google asks US appeals court to reject app store monopoly verdict

00:12:33 - Microsoft says it built an Xbox game store on Android but can’t launch it

00:21:37 - Worldwide Smartphone Market Forecast to Grow 6.2% in 2024

00:30:16 - Former Android devs working on an operating system for AI agents

00:36:15 - Motorola announces open beta program for advanced moto ai features

00:39:47 - PATRON PICK: OnePlus took iPhone's Dynamic Island and made it way more useful

HARDWARE

00:47:38 - Juan Reviews the Tank Pad

01:00:20 - US gets its first Snapdragon 8 Elite phone

01:07:19 - Honor 300 and 300 Pro

01:12:25 - More images of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

01:19:55 - OnePlus 13 launches globally in January

01:20:45 - What the Pixel Tablet 2 would have been

APPS

01:24:17 - Samsung reveals the fate of the DeX Windows app

01:25:35 - Google Maps app showing incident reports from Waze

01:27:27 - Firefox for Android v133

COMMUNITY

01:30:05 - Jonathan wants a review of the Moto Tag trackers

01:35:45 - Ian Hall shares the BuzzKill app as a solution for taming Bluesky new follower notifications

01:37:03 - Mike W wants to know how durable our foldables are in actual use

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Parting Huaweis

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 03:37:25 GMT

Just in time for Thanksgiving in the US, Shannon Morse returns to the show to join Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards for the latest in Google. OnePlus. Samsung, Oppo and of course, Huawei news. Plus a whole lot of being thankful! Thanks for enjoying Android Faithful!

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NEWS

00:07:55 - As speculated, the DOJ recommends Google sell off Chrome
00:13:35 - Samsung wearable users are finally getting the enhanced experience
00:23:27 - Looks like Huawei is parting ways with Android in 2025
00:28:26 - Tune into the Roku Channel on Google TV
00:31:42 - PATRON PICK: Google Keep is adding "Help me draw" AI based drawing

HARDWARE

00:39:27 - Confirmation of the rumors that Google killed the Pixel Tablet 2
00:44:13 - Rumors of a OnePlus flip foldable in 2025 emerge
00:47:38 - Hands on with the Oppo Find X8 Pro
00:51:50 - The secret weapon of the Snapdragon Elite 8 might be the battery performance

APPS

00:54:49 - Android is getting Motion Cues to help fight motion sickness
00:57:42 - Soon you'll be able to backup and restore your messages in Google Messages
01:03:21 - Fitbit starting to appear on device with the pre-installed Google apps
01:05:53 - YouTube Music shares 2024 recaps with new functionality

COMMUNITY

01:07:08 - Bob from Ontario shares his YouTube Music 2024 recap
01:08:47 - Simon from Australia recommends the app Floating Notes
01:11:43 - Michael from Tulsa struggles with needing two remotes for his TV and smart TV device

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Android 16 Sneaky Peeky

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 06:19:43 GMT

Adam Doud returns to the show with a tale of phones vs. escalators and joins Mishaal Rahman, Huyen Tue Dao, Ron Richards and Jason Howell for a jam packed show full of Android 16, Samsung and Google rumors and much more.

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NEWS

00:04:00 - The Android 16 Developer Preview #1 has landed!
00:14:24 - Rumors swirl about the future of ChromeOS and Android
00:18:58 - The DOJ may be pushing for Google to sell off Chrome
00:20:41 - There could be some patent wars in the US thanks to Samsung
00:23:20 - The Pixel Tablet 2 may be getting a keyboard
00:26:50 - Xiaomi is rolling out HyperOS 2
00:29:12 - PATRON PICK: Google's new Android App helps you confirm the identity of who you're chatting with

HARDWARE

00:37:35 - Adam Doud is hands on with the ROG Phone 9
00:56:41 - The Samsung Galaxy S25 Launch may be in January
00:57:58 - Details emerge on the specs for the Samsung XR glasses along with rumors of a tri-fold phone!

APPS

01:02:30 - Google announced the best apps and games of 2024
01:08:55 - Enhanced scam protection rolled out to Android users along with live threat detection on apps
01:15:45 - Health Connect now lets you back up your health and fitness data

COMMUNITY

01:20:18 - Shawn writes in with more Google Messages thoughts
01:23:01 - Bob from Ontario, Canada wants to know if he permanently switch to Google Messages
01:27:01 - Ben from Baltimore is down on ads on Android as well

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Two Chromebooks Walked Into a Bar

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 05:41:28 GMT

It's never quiet in the world of Android and this week we've got reviews of two Chromebooks, plus updates to Android 15 and rollouts to manufacturers like OnePlus and Nothing. Jason Howell, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards are here to sort through the noise for you, the Android Faithful!

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NEWS

00:04:08 - Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1has arrived and Mishaal has the breakdown
00:12:31 - Rollouts for new operating systems and updates are here for OnePlus, Nothing and Vivo
00:18:25 - Google is forcing Quick Share consent across OEMs to try and help spread awareness of the handy feature
00:20:47 - Hardware requirements for Android TV are being lowered, but has it gone too far?
00:25:13 - Emoji reactions are finally happening in iOS
00:32:48 - PATRON PICK: Guess how much the Pixel 9 Pro costs to make?

HARDWARE

00:38:43 - REVIEW: Lenovo Chromebook Duet 11
00:47:51 - REVIEW: Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus (2024)
01:00:41 - Details on the impressive Realme GT7 Pro
01:08:42 - The #1 reason for returned Pixel phones is revealed

APPS

01:12:36 - Gemini gets a big boost
01:16:34 - AI can soon help screen your phone calls

COMMUNITY

01:19:53 - Dave from Patreon is frustrated by how ads in games work
01:23:36 - Andy from Melbourne, Australia has a Google Photos mystery
01:26:28 - Mike from Rochester, NY is comparing Google Messages with Textra

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It's a Gemininomicon!

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 01:00:22 GMT

It's been a big week for Android with an official Android 16 Update along with new features and a new release schedule. In this episode we have our interview with Seang Chau, VP and GM of Android Platform and Matthew McCullough, VP of Android Developer Experience at Google who talked with Huyen Tue Dao and Mishaal Rahman about the news AND Android 16's dessert name! Jason Howell, Ron Richards and Huyen alos break down this week's news in the world of Android!

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NEWS

00:03:33 - XR Devices are coming from Samsung and Google!
00:08:51 - More Gemini extensions are coming for Messages, Whatsapp, Google Home and more!
00:19:06 - There's a big update for Samsung's OneUI 7

HARDWARE

00:26:08 - The OnePlus 13 is released...in China and now we can confirm the details
00:30:47 - Is there a slim Samsung Galaxy S25 coming?
00:33:55 - Will the Pixel Tablet 3 be a productivity device?
00:38:02 - The Boox Palma 2 adds more power to the neat little device

APPS

00:41:10 - Some big updates to Google Play rolled out with Google's big day of news
00:47:22 - And Google Maps, Google Earth and Waze got updates too!
00:51:21 - Microsoft brings Android storage integration to Windows 11, Windows 10
00:53:28 - Thunderbird for Android is finally out!

INTERVIEWS

00:55:48 - Seang Chau, VP and GM of Android Platform and Matthew McCullough, VP of Android Developer Experience at Google talk the news around Android 16's release schedule and reveal the Android 16 dessert name: Baklava!

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Snapdragon 8 Elite... DisARMed?

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 04:09:47 GMT

We've got leaks, we've got reveals, we've got an interview about satellite smartphone connectivity - this episode has it all as Mishaal Rahman, Jason Howell, and Ron Richards break down all the ins and outs in the world of Android this week.

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NEWS

00:06:35 - A bunch of new glimpses of Android 16 have emerged
00:17:30 - Inside OxygenOS 15 from OnePlus
00:24:55 - T-Mobile and AT&T are against the FCC mandating unlocking phones after 60 days
00:30:20 - Arm takes the nuclear option in it's battle with Qualcomm
00:36:10- PATRON PICK: How Google is able to provide 7 years of updates to Android phones

HARDWARE

00:44:18 - HUGE LEAK from Google about the Tensor G5 and G6 and Pixel 10 and Pixel 11 phones
00:52:05 - More details of the Google Pixel 9A are coming to light
00:55:22 - The OnePlus 13 gets spoiled by...OnePlus
01:03:35 - Everything about the Xiaomi 15 and 15 Pro is big

APPS

01:07:15 - Google Photos increases transparency around AI use
01:08:50 - Notion is developing a Mail app and you can sign up to be among the first to get access

INTERVIEWS

01:09:56 - Inside the world of satellite connectivity and it's deployment on the Pixel 9 phones with Dr. Andrew Nuttall, the co-founder and CTO of Skylo

COMMUNITY

01:32:50 - Tony writes in to pit Android vs iOS when it comes to dictation for accessibility

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OnePlus Tricks or OnePlus Treats

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 04:36:25 GMT

This week we have everything from legal drama to hardware leaks and new releases to cybersecurity as Mishaal Rahman, Huyen Tue Dao, Jason Howell, and Ron Richards catch up on the week in Android.

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NEWS

00:05:27 - The latest in Epic vs Google scores a win for Google this time around
00:09:05 - Q3 '24 Smartphone sales show big wins for Google, Motorola and Huawei
00:11:25 - You may be able to transfer your passkeys soon!
00:17:45 - Moto AI is coming soon to Motorola phones with familiar LAM functionality
00:24:12- PATRON PICK: Google Play is making apps use the Android Photo Picker for privacy reasons

HARDWARE

00:35:00 - Coming soon to Korea, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition and it sure is somethin'!
00:44:20 - Qualcomm says the Snapdragon 8 Elite is a quantum leap forward in performance
00:51:00 - OnePlus 13 leaks are popping up all over the place, including eSports events!

APPS

00:58:30 - Google Messages is working to protect you from scams
01:03:00 - WearOS and Google is coming for your watch faces
01:07:20 - Autofill on Chrome for Android is getting a bit better

INTERVIEWS

01:09:40 - Mishaal chats with Tom Powledge, Head of Cybersecurity Business at Verimatrix

COMMUNITY

01:32:00 - Jordan writes in about Motorola notification panel swiping issues

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Android 15: The Last Google OS?

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 04:40:49 GMT

The Android Faithful team breaks down the major Android 15 release, foreshadows Android 16 features, examines Google's legal troubles, and reviews new devices from Vivo and Walmart.

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NEWS

00:04:18 - Big day for Android 15 as it rolls out to Pixels along with an October Pixel Drop
00:24:58 - Last week was a big day for the DOJ as indicators of a Google breakup may be looming
00:34:17 - Some neat new features coming to Android 16
00:38:54 - Linux apps are coming to Android!
00:42:25 - PATRON PICK: Google Photos will soon be able to identify images that are AI generated

HARDWARE

00:53:53 - Extreme performance is promised by MediaTek with the Dimensity 9400
00:58:31 - Jason reviewed the ONN 4k Pro TV streaming device
01:00:00 - George from NYC advocates for the ONN 4k Pro TV
01:06:10 - and meanwhile, the NVidia Shield Pro is still getting updates
01:10:10 - And with the Dimensity 9400 comes the Vivo X200 Pro and X200 Pro mini
01:15:47 - We got a glimpse of the Oppo Find X8 Quick Capture button

INTERVIEWS

01:19:27 - Recorded at Droidcon NYC, Sam Greenberg from Capital One and Matt McKenna from Square discuss developing for accessibility
01:22:11 - Matt Ramotar from Uber chatted about the feedback loop from users
01:24:12 - Roy Cohen and Brian Reed from Appdome talk about why the accessibility layer of Android is targeted by malicious actors

APPS

01:29:40 - Circle to Search is coming to the HONOR Magic V3 and HONOR 200 series
01:32:20 - There's a bunch of new features coming to YouTube
01:38:32 - Gemini users rejoice, Imagen 3 is now available to everyone

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Google Play's Epic Beatdown

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 04:13:58 GMT

We're back with another monster episode, but this time with less hardware and way more Samsung and Apps with Mishaal Rahman, Huyen Tue Dao, Jason Howell and Ron Richards.

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NEWS

00:03:58 - The courts lay massive punishment on Google as result of the Epic lawsuit
00:17:31 - Samsung's One UI 7.0 may not have been announced yet, but we've seen alot of it!
00:21:40 - Unlock your front door with your Samsung Galaxy phone
00:25:02 - We've got a first look at Nothing OS 3.0 based on Android 15
00:28:46 - Mishaal has the scoop on three security features rolling out to Android phones
00:31:05 - PATRON PICK: The Pixel Buds Pro 2 have support for Auracast

HARDWARE

00:38:47 -The Pixel 9A is coming soon and in pank!
00:44:05 - Motorola's Moto G75 has 'military-grade' toughness, whatever that is!

INTERVIEWS

00:53:11 - Record at Droidcon NYC, Siddhika Nevrekar of Qualcomm chats about AI Hub and how it can improve AI development for devs
00:59:09 - And Jesse Wilson looks at the success of Android since the early days when he was part of the Open Handset Alliance

APPS

01:06:23 - Hey, Samsung has Passkeys too! *eyeroll*
01:12:01 - Arc Search has arrived on Android!
01:14:39 - Thunderbird for Android is coming!
01:18:09 - New AI Search updates from Google
01:23:45 - Spotify adds offline backup music support

COMMUNITY

01:29:25 - Huyen recommends this great video about how QR Codes work

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Waffling on Dessert Names

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 04:31:24 GMT

The gang is back together as Mishaal Rahman, Huyen Tue Dao, Jason Howell and Ron Richards delve deep into the motherlode of Android news, hardware and more!

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NEWS

00:04:10 - Vivo is the first to rollout Android 15
00:05:03 - Get ready for Android 16 as the new codename has been revealed
00:13:49 - A timely update to the Google Pixel Watch
00:15:17 - Back in court with Epic suing Google and Samsung
00:22:00 - PATRON PICK: Android 15 finally blocks the noise from old notifications!

HARDWARE

00:29:21 - Mishaal is hands on with the Xiaomi 14T Pro - Check out his photos
00:40:04 - Jason delivers his review of The Google TV Streamer
00:48:40 - Google unveiled two new Chromebooks and more AI features
00:53:47 - Samsung unveiled the Galaxy S24 FE and the Galaxy Tab S10 tablet
01:03:48 - The newest Pebblebee trackers go universal for Android and Apple
01:09:38 - It's a Leaky Peeky of the Google Pixel 9A

INTERVIEWS

01:12:00 - At Droidcon, Kevin Galligan chats about the evolution of Android Development in the ten years since Droidcon began
01:16:42 - And Jonathan Petit-Frere discusses why developers don't make widgets more often

APPS

01:23:59 - Google Photos rolls out improved video editing features

COMMUNITY

01:23:35 - Daniel wants PocketCasts controls in WearOS
01:27:27 - Andy calls in about the Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Qi2 wireless charging
01:31:24 - Austin needs help changing the foam in his Google Pixel Buds Pro 2

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Google TV Dogfooding

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 03:23:58 GMT

Google TV gets a major update while Xiaomi, Huawei and Nothing are bringing the latest to Android globally. Recorded at Droidcon NYC, Mishaal Rahman, Huyen Tue Dao, Jason Howell and Ron Richards break down the news along with an exclusive interview with Shalini Govil-Pai, VP & GM of Google TV.

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NEWS

00:06:20 - The numbers are in and Xiaomi passed Apple as the No. 2 smartphone brand in the world
00:13:20 - Google is making it easier to sync passkeys across devices, but it's still confusing
00:20:06 - Oppo has a launch date for ColorOS 15 and Oxygen OS 15 is getting more iOS esque

HARDWARE

00:26:29 - Leaks of the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G are out, along with rumors of 6 years of updates
00:29:30 - The Xiaomi MIX Flip is getting global launch. Revisit Mishaal's coverage of the device
00:32:27 - The HUAWEI Mate XT is coming to global markets after all, and here's when

APPS

00:36:55 - Microsoft has rolled out a Windows App 🤷
00:39:23 - Teens now have a restricted version of Instagram
00:43:53 - Google apps roundup with updates to Maps, Photos, Messages

MORE NEWS

00:49:47 - The Nothing Ear (open) is here! Nothing's first open-ear audio product
00:53:48 - PATRON NEWS PICK: Can you believe that Google Photos was broken a month?
00:59:56 - A major new batch of features are coming to Google TV

INTERVIEW

01:04:34 - Interview: We chat with Shalini Govil-Pai, VP & GM of Google TV about the latest updates to the platform

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Buggy and the Droids

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 03:17:36 GMT

It's a jam-packed episode this week ranging from more Android 15 to a closer look at the Samsung Galaxy S25 to the much-maligned return of Flappy Bird. Yes, Flappy Bird. Jason Howell, Ron Richards and Mishaal Rahman (for a little bit) go on this Android journey with you, our faithful audience.

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NEWS

00:03:55 - Mishaal has the details on Android 15 QPR1 Beta 2 with many new features
00:16:00 - A new dawn rises as RCS rolls out to iOS devices with iOS 18's release
00:21:41 - More digital IDs and state IDs are coming to Google Wallet along with an official digital credentials API
00:24:19 - Sideloaded apps get the smackdown (sorta) in Android 15
00:28:14 - Pixels be damned! Circle to Search looks to no longer be exclusive!
00:29:40 - The Patron News pick was all about those notification icons in Android 15. Bright colors!

HARDWARE

0:37:42 - Here it is, the Samsung Galaxy S25 in all its flat sided glory!
0:42:19 - And the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ & S10 Ultra will arrive in a couple of weeks!
0:45:49 - The new Techno Phantom foldables look to be impressive and affordable

APPS

0:51:33 - Gemini Live rolls out to more users...for free?
0:53:20 - Browsing gets a little safer with these new Chrome features
0:55:40 - Google Home adds Search because, well Google.
0:58:07 - I can't believe I'm saying this, but Flappy Bird is back and it's tied to Crypto, because of course it is

COMMUNITY

1:07:48 - Adam in San Diego is not thrilled with Gemini over Assistant
1:12:41 - James runs into a problem sharing photos from Google Photos to Google Messages

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Detox In The Front, Sparkle In The Back

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 04:29:52 GMT

Huyen got the Pixel Watch 3 on her wrist, Mishaal caught a glimpse of an Android 16 feature, and Jason became a believer in the tri-fold format.

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NEWS

0:19:43 - Google is preparing a major overhaul to notifications and Quick Settings in Android 16
0:26:24 - Here's how Android 15 blocks thieves from bypassing factory reset protection
0:30:36 - Samsung One UI 6.1.1 Expands Latest Galaxy AI Features to Even More Users Around the World
0:33:25 - Google limits on Android Auto access may breach EU rules, court adviser says
0:35:20 - Everything is not OSOM
0:41:29 - Patron pick: Android 15 is already prepared for Bluetooth 6.0's best new feature

HARDWARE

0:50:51 - HUAWEI Mate XT Hands-on & Quick Review
0:59:01 - HONOR Unfolds a Future with Possibilities with the record-breaking HONOR Magic V3 at IFA 2024
1:05:10 - Best of IFA 2024: HMD Fusion
1:09:41 - Qualcomm says it’s working on mixed reality smart glasses with Samsung and Google
1:11:52 - TCL's newest phone takes its NXTPAPER display to a whole new level
1:16:10 - Exclusive: First Look at the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

APPS

1:18:38 - Improved search in Google Photos
1:25:15 - Google's Android Search widget is getting supercharged
1:27:52 - 3 Chrome updates to help you stay on top of your tabs
1:30:37 - Meta will let third-party apps place calls to WhatsApp and Messenger users

COMMUNITY

1:34:01 - Jelly Bean 4.2.2 in Sam's car!
1:35:38 - Could RCS be bad for security?

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Flo's AI Boyfriend

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 05:01:22 GMT

It's a classic episode all about Android as we welcome back Florence Ion to take a trip to hardware leak city with Jason Howell and Ron Richards!

Hey! We'll be at Droidcon NYC this September!

Also hey! You can get Android Faithful merch for up to 40% off at Threadless!

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NEWS

0:05:47 - Big day for Android with the release of Android 15 and the September feature drop
0:20:53 - The date has been set for the Samsung Developer Conference!
0:24:03 - Patrons picked hearing about how Google Messages will handle media with RCS

HARDWARE

0:29:27 - The Motorola Edge 50 Neo is here and the colors are fantastic
0:33:47 - We enter LEAK CITY with the Oppo Find X8 with a similar looking feature to the iPhone 16
0:37:13 - The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition gets new dimensions
0:39:51 - Exciting news of Huawei's TRI-FOLD Foldable coming September 10
0:42:53 - Xiaomi checks in with a leak of a button-less phone
0:47:00 - As we leave Leak City we get news of the Pixel 9A's modem

APPS

0:53:01 - Gemini brings new features to your inbox
0:55:24 - After demos, Circle to Search gets new features
0:59:15 - Google adds live translation for Translate to foldables

COMMUNITY

1:01:20 - VinkyPoo from the Netherlands has a tip for fingerprint scanning
1:02:48 - Dustin shares Fi pricing
1:05:00 - Damon is back on Android!
1:08:12 - Baldwin asks to revisit the chain link fence

Thanks to Florence Ion for joining! Read her at Gizmodo and listen to Material!

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Don't Throw Rocks At Chipsets

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 04:22:22 GMT

We just can't quit you Pixel 9, can we? Even with guest Adam Doud on the show, Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman, Jason Howell and Ron Richards are at it again.

We'll be at Droidcon NYC this September!

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NEWS

0:17:26 - The dawn of AI Photos and the ethics of images that aren't real
0:29:54 - We know when Android 15 will roll out and it's been a rollercoaster!
0:36:21 - Android 15 QPR 1 has goodies like Lockscreen Widgets and more
0:43:56 - Patrons picked the news that phone call recording is coming...only to the Pixel 9

HARDWARE

0:49:48 - The Google Pixel 9 reviewed!
1:07:59 - A ton of features available on the Pixel phones
1:13:56 - The Pixel 9 Pro uses 3 GB for AI
1:16:56 - The Snapdragon 7S Gen 3 brings, you guessed it, AI
1:19:04 - Foldable alert! Tecno’s Phantom V Fold 2 and Flip 2 leak with great pricing
1:22:55 - For my tablet fam, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus and Ultra details are here

APPS

1:24:55 - Niagra Launcher brings Android 15 features
1:26:27 - Arc Browser is coming to Android!
1:28:49 - Sharing clips from YouTube finally got easier
1:30:56 - Google Tasks redesign brings productivity upgrades

COMMUNITY

1:32:38 - Paul has a tale of frustration from Google sales support
1:36:02 - Larry from Michigan is Google Fi curious
1:42:54 - Mike from Georgia has an old Android version alert

Thanks to Adam Doud for joining us - check him out at Benefit of the Doud, Slashgear, Forbes, CNN Underscored, and more!

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No Pank For the Pixel 9 Pro

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 04:05:03 GMT

Jason, Mishaal, and guest Shannon Morse discuss the potential breakup of Google's Android division, #TeamPixel controversy, the new OnePlus Buds Pro 3, as well as the promised Pank interview!

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NEWS

0:17:33 US Considers a Rare Antitrust Move

0:28:01 Google threatened tech influencers unless they ‘preferred’ the Pixel

0:42:09 4 new AI-powered Pixel and Android accessibility updates

0:45:41 Geekbench AI 1.0

0:51:03 Samsung Expands Circle to Search to Galaxy A Series

0:51:30 California IDs coming soon in Google Wallet

0:51:55 Android's theft detection lock feature is starting to roll out

0:53:17 Patron Pick: Nearly All Google Pixel Phones Exposed by Unpatched Flaw in Hidden Android App

HARDWARE

1:02:31 @Honorglobal: Don't just imagine the future. Be there when it unfolds.

1:06:06 OnePlus Buds Pro 3 launch with redesigned case

1:08:50 Brian Cutter, Google's CMF designer - Interview

APPS

1:13:47 New video calling features coming to Google Meet

1:16:00 This new feature is basically AirDrop but for Windows PCs and Android

1:19:20 Quick Hits:

Gemini can finally start Google Assistant Routines
Gemini glows with new floating overlay panel, starts rolling out
Circle to Search is rolling out a new Song Search feature for some users
Basic editing of Ultra HDR photos in Google Photos no longer strips Ultra HDR
Offline Google Maps rolling out to Wear OS
Help me write in Gmail now lets you polish email drafts

COMMUNITY

1:24:52 What am I missing with Google One AI?

1:31:10 Why Google TV Streamer is disappointing.

1:33:50 Are old cars to blame?

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Made By Google Pixel Launch

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 07:10:59 GMT

It's a big week in Android-land as the AF team and the rest of the tech industry descended on Mountain View, California to go to Google's headquarters for the keynote presentation and launch of the new Pixel phones, watches and earbuds, all wrapped up in a big Artificial Intelligence bow called Gemini. We truly are in the Gemini Era with this lineup of hardware designed to maximize the user benefit of the language models and tools developed by Google.

We took a little different approach this week as Jason Howell, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards got together pre-event to breakdown the devices and their details and then the guys were joined by Huyen Tue Dao at the event and we gathered to share our impressions of the event and the announcements. We hope you enjoy our coverage!

All details and specs for the Google Pixel 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, 9 Fold, Watch 3 and Buds Pro 2 are available at AndroidFaithful.com

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00:00:00 - We breakdown the Pixel hardware and Gemini software announcements at Made By Google
00:35:26 - Post-event we share our analysis and impressions from hands-on time with the devices and applications.

We'll be back to our regularly scheduled show next week. Thanks to Google for having us at their event and all the hospitality they provided.

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Chromecast is Dead! Long Live Chromecast!

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 04:27:00 GMT

We're navigating anti-trust lawsuits, Pixel 9 leaks and so, so much hardware (again!).

**NOTE: Streamyard glitched at times throughout the recording of this podcast and there is no fix to the damage in this episode. We apologize for the audio cutouts.**

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NEWS

00:03:09 - What does the ruling against Google mean for Android?
00:10:09 - Edge to edge apps have a loophole in Android 15.
00:18:50 - Tablet sales are on the rise!
00:21:42 - Patrons picked the news that Samsung execs are displeased with their devices copying Apple

HARDWARE

00:28:13 - The Google TV Streamer was announced and there's new Nest Thermostats
00:44:11 - Now the leaks are out about the Pixel 9 Pro Fold with details about price and shipping dates
00:48:20 - There's more Pixel Watch 3 details leaked
00:50:41 - The Moto Tags are on sale now!
00:51:52 - Jason spent time with the Nothing Phone (2A)
00:56:00 - Mishaal has the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
01:03:43 - Jason reviewed the Nothing CMF Watch Pro 2

APPS

01:06:32 - Google rolled out safety updates to Search and Maps/Waze
01:11:15 - School Time from Google is coming to phones and tablets
01:13:45 - Better controls to your device's audio thanks to Wavelet
01:15:52 - Check this cool feature when using Google Lens!

COMMUNITY

01:18:02 - Dave from Virginia Beach shares his list of old devices running old versions of Android!
01:20:19 - George from NYC strongly recommends the ONN TV Device
01:22:29 - Wil in Tigard Oregon has a warning for Samsung Watch 7 users

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Over-Gesturification

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 04:05:58 GMT

The gang is back together as Huyen Tue Dao, Jason Howell, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards are reunited after a month of travels to talk the latest in Android with lots of hardware!

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NEWS

00:03:52 - With Android 15 nearby, let's look at the distribution numbers for Android
00:10:38 - In London, Samsung's latest campaign takes the "Fold" concept literally
00:12:48 - Speaking of Samsung, the first look at One UI 7 is out and it's a head-scratcher
00:23:02 - The Patrons were all about that Picture in Picture on YouTube

HARDWARE

00:32:10 - Mishaal has the OnePlus Pad 2 and shares his impressions of the tablet
00:42:24 - Ron has the Nothing CMF Phone 1 and gives a look at the low priced phone
00:48:53 - The Pixel 9 details keep on leaking all over the place ahead of the MBG event in August
01:00:00 - The Pixel Watch 3 details leaked. So did a new Google TV streaming device

APPS

01:08:03 - A peek inside the Google app shows contacts, apps and settings in search
01:08:56 - Another peek reveals Gemini getting extensions for Google Home, Phone, Keep and more
01:09:59 - Windows Insiders get the ability access their Android devices in File Explorer

COMMUNITY

01:14:45 - Jonathan from Vermont recommends the Onn 4k Pro for a streaming device
01:17:11 - Darren from Tasmania, Australia asks what he loses by using the Samsung Ultra watch with a Pixel phone?

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Google Play Leveling Up!

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 13:00:48 GMT

We've got exciting news about Google Play and an exclusive interview with Sam Bright, VP & GM of Google Play recorded from Google HQ in New York City. Jason Howell and Mishaal Rahman sat down with Sam Bright to hear all the latest coming to Google Play. In addition, Ron Richards joined the guys to hit on the big news of the week so we don't miss a thing!

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HARDWARE & NEWS

00:52:21 - Mishaal went to China and got to get hands-on with the Xiaomi MIX Fold 4 and the Xiaomi MIX Flip! Check out these photos of the MIX Fold 4 to see how thin it is!
00:19:36 - Since it's all been leaked, Google released official teases for the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 Fold Pro ahead of the Made by Google event in August.
00:24:55 - Android 15 gets closer to final release as Android 15 Beta 4, the final update, was released
00:30:07 - As if we didn't have enough events, Nothing joins the party on July 31 to unveil the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus

APPS

00:32:26 - In-app release news, Notion Calendar was released for Android and it's pretty good!
00:34:27 - On the AI side, Claude by Anthropic for Android was released and it's pretty impressive!
00:36:21 - Oh hey, the Olympics start this week in Paris and we've got some tips on how to watch and engage with the games on your Android device

INTERVIEW

00:39:56 - After unveiling new features and updates to Google Play, Jason and Mishaal sit down with Sam Bright, VP and GM of Google Play, for an in-depth discussion of the updates and we get a behind-the-scenes update and exclusive scoop as to how it all happened.

Thank you to Sam Bright for being generous with his time and sitting down with us, as well as all the awesome people at Google for welcoming us to the Google NYC office to learn about Google Play and record on location. Make sure you check out the latest at Google Play on your Android device!

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Leaky Cringey Hardware Marathon

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 04:34:07 GMT

We're bursting at the seams with this hardware-focused episode as Jason Howell, Huyen Tue Dao, and Ron Richards breakdown the latest from Samsung, OnePlus, Nothing and parse the Pixel 9 leaks PLUS a brand new Apps segment and Ron has a BIG announcement! It doesn't get bigger than this!

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NEWS

00:05:15 - Google took a moment to look back on and celebrate Android ten years ago in 2014, which was huge.
00:17:03 - PATRON PICK: Reacting to the fallout of Google's Find My Device network

HARDWARE

00:28:10 - Samsung Galaxy Unpacked was last week and break it all down
00:57:07 - OnePlus's big announcement event was today and we literally got the One Plus Watch 2R, plus news of the OnePlus Pad 2, and the Nord Buds 3 Pro
01:05:11 - Hands on with the Nothing CMF Watch 2 and Buds Pro 2
01:14:33 - It's thin foldable time as the HONOR Magic V3 looks to be the thinnest of the bunch
01:17:36 - Xiaomi has something to say about thin foldables also
01:20:39 - And there have been massive leaks about the Google Pixel 9 lineup ahead of the event in August

APPS

01:24:24 - NEW SEGMENT: Widget of the Week! Huyen shows off the Nothing X app widget

COMMUNITY

01:30:39 - Andy from Melbourne wants to know where are the Qi2 phones?

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Taco Tri-Fold

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 03:44:46 GMT

One full year of Android Faithful is in the books and we're so elated to welcome Jason Howell back to the show to join Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards get hyped for what's new in Android and look back at the past year.

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NEWS

00:05:28 - Looks like there's an Apple-like approach to cyber attack protections coming from Google
00:11:39 - There was a major security breach from Authy and Xiaomi is testing a "Disable Ads" toggle option
00:17:36 - Microsoft makes employees in China use iPhones for security reasons
00:21:13 - PATRON PICK: Mishaal details an unexpected use of Fuschia on Android devices

HARDWARE

00:29:06 - Nothing released the CMF Phone 1 and we're all in love with it!
00:42:05 - Samsung Galaxy Unpacked is tomorrow and pretty much everything has now leaked
00:51:00 - Pixel news as the Pixel 9 is rumored to get an ultrasonic fingerprint reader and the Pixel Watch 3 gets reviewed by the FCC with revealing results
00:54:19 - OnePlus's big announcement event is July 16 and we're expecting the One Plus Watch 2R, OnePlus Pad 2, the Nord 4 and Nord Buds 3 Pro
00:56:32 - Huawei is developing a tri-fold phone that looks like a taco holder and we're here for it.

LOOKING BACK ON ANDROID

01:01:07 - Overrated: Passkeys, Magic Photo Tools and RCS
01:11:56 - Underrated: RCS on iPhones, Widgets, Google Vs. Epic fallout and Android TV

Thank YOU the listener/viewer of Android Faithful for a wonderful first year of the podcast. We'll be back next week for more Android news, hardware, apps and more and we can't wait to bring you another year of podcasts! Thanks for your support!

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Samsung Health is Sick!

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 03:41:00 GMT

It's Hot Android Summer and first up is Samsung so join Mishaal Rahman, Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards!

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NEWS

00:03:30 - Google AI is coming to the Pixel 9 and the Pixel 9 sure looks Pink!
00:12:37 - Major warning for Pixel 6 owners! Don't factory reset and follow this guide from Google
00:20:20 - WhatsApp launched a clever ad campaign and Ron saw it in NYC!
00:24:11 - Mishaal visited Qualcomm HQ and saw some amazing AI application demos
00:35:02 - The patrons picked the news of the rejected Pixel Fold design

HARDWARE

00:39:13 - OnePlus launched the new Pad Pro and a new Smart Watch in China
00:42:0 - Samsung leaks of renders and details of phone cases, the Galaxy Watch and Earbuds and of course, the Ring!
00:56:37 - And more details on Samsung Health apps!

APPS

01:02:56 - 5 new features in Chrome
01:08:20 - Google Lens becomes Circle to Search
01:12:29 - Huyen rants about Inconsistent Google App drawers

COMMUNITY

01:20:32 - Ryuu Minastas ponders the expansion of the Tensor chip
01:22:13 - Stealth Dave doesn't need a new phone!

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Hot Phone Tips

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 03:29:30 GMT

We did it Android fam! 50 episodes of Android Faithful and to celebrate, Florence Ion returns to join Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards discuss the upcoming events and latest in the world of Android.

Running Time: 01:17:35

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NEWS

00:04:23 - Google announced the next Made By Google Event and we got a date for Samsung Galaxy Unpacked
00:13:47 - Gemini and Google Assistant STILL can't handle reminders
00:16:50 - Flo weighs in on Android 15 and we get some more upcoming features
00:25:45 - RIP VPN by Google One
00:29:45 - The patrons picked the news of OnePlus' battery improvements

HARDWARE

00:40:47 - The new Motoroloa Razr and Razr+ are here. So is the MotoTag!
00:52:27 - Flo was hands on with the new Lenovo Tab Plus
00:56:37 - Some tablet leaks with the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 and the OnePlus Pad 2

APPS

01:01:20 - The Blackmagic Camera app is out and it's free but it's only on Pixels and Samsung Galaxys
01:06:12 - There's a constant stream of updates from YouTube coming out

COMMUNITY

01:09:41 - Kevin has a simple phone approach solution

Thanks to Florence Ion for joining us! Read her work at Gizmodo and listen to Material!

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HTC. Back Again. HTC. Tell A Friend.

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 04:05:14 GMT

It's a hot summer Android night and we welcome Juan Bagnell to discuss the latest in Android with Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards.

Running Time: 01:21:24

NEWS

We were shocked by the news that Android VP of Engineering, Dave Burke, announced he was moving on
Android 15 Beta 3 is out and Mishaal has the breakdown
We get out first glimpse of RCS Messaging working in iOS
The patron news pick wants to re-live the glory days of HTC phones in anticipation of the the HTC U24 Pro

HARDWARE

Samsung reveals the details of the Galaxy Watch FE, and we get some leaky looks at the Galaxy Watch Ultra and the Samsung Ring Charging case
Sticking with watches, we get a leaky look at the Google Pixel Watch 3XL
Honor rolls out the Honor 200 line and the Magic V Flip, with bonus Jimmy Choo
Over in AR Computing, the XReal Beam Pro looks to be very interesting and the Spacetop G1 looks ridiculous (in the best way possible)

APPS

Surprising news out of ChromeOS as it starts to inch closer to Android
YouTube adds Google Lens Search support and Chrome for Android will now read articles to you

Thanks to Juan Bagnell for joining us. Stay up to date with all of his content over at SomeGadgetGuy.com

Get all your Android Faithful news and premium content at AndroidFaithful.com

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AI in Everything, Everywhere, All at Once

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 03:19:36 GMT

We welcome Shannon Morse back to the show as Jason Howell heads off on vacation, leaving Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards to sort through all this Artificial Intelligence across the entire industry - it's uncanny!

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Running Time: 01:13:52

NEWS

0:03:40 - Apple made some announcements at WWDC, including the RCS news we've been waiting for, and we discuss from the Android POV
0:15:39 - The AI Invasion continues as Nothing and Oppo announce their AI intentions
0:26:43 - Mishaal breaks down the June Pixel Feature Drop and touches on the latest Android 15 QPR Beta and texting 911 via RCS in Google Messages
0:35:54 - The patron news pick highlights the new AI Chat features in Duck Duck Go

HARDWARE

0:42:25 - More Find My Device thoughts as Mishaal gives impressions after taking it out into the world.
0:48:07 - A month until Samsung Galaxy Unpacked and it looks like it's all been leaked already
0:53:35 - Speaking of leaks, a potential look at the Pixel Watch 3 has leaked as well
0:56:06 - Nothing CMF Phone 1 is coming it looks very cool
0:58:59 - And for minimalists, the Light Phone 3 was announced today, with more functionality than ever before

APPS

01:01:30 - Samsung's Multi Control system is pretty cool and Mishaal saw it in action
01:04:49 - Soon you'll be able to access your Android device's file system in Windows 11

COMMUNITY

1:06:53 - Eric writes in with some advice for getting added insurance coverage of your phone

Thanks to Shannon Morse for coming on the show. Be sure to check out her YouTube Channel at youtube.com/shannonmorse

Get all your Android Faithful news and premium content at AndroidFaithful.com

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"Find My" Finally Found

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 05:19:10 GMT

It's a packed episode as Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman, Jason Howell and Ron Richards discuss the latest in Android ranging from Google's feature drop to Samsung getting more AI and lawsuits to hands-on with the latest hardware in the space. Plus, a whole lotta alliteration.

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Running Time: 01:22:15

NEWS

0:02:27 - Google rolls out a pretty packed feature drop across all Android devices and apps
0:11:00 - In Samsung land, they're prepping AI for the Galaxy Watches and a pre-emptive lawsuit against Oura ahead of the Samsung ring's release later this summer
0:20:57 - Some surprising sales numbers for foldables including Huawei, Motorola and Honor on the rise
0:26:17 - The patron news pick covers the upcoming features to Live Translations

HARDWARE

0:31:25 - Mishaal gives a hands-on look at the Chipolo and Pebblebee Tracker devices
0:42:57 - Jason reviews the Google Pixel 8A
0:53:05 - Google announces the Fitbit Ace LTE, a wearable for kids

APPS

0:58:19 - Google rolls out the massive changes to the GPay app in the US
1:01:30 - Mishaal recaps some updates including Android 15 Beta 2 restoring Cast volume controls for speaker groups and Quick Reply feature in Gmail for Android
1:07:08 - Apple may be developing an AppleTV+ app for Android

COMMUNITY

1:09:35 - Mr. B, a teacher, is looking for a new tablet recommendation
1:12:30 - Chris from Virginia has a tale of woe about Samsung and repairs

Get all your Android Faithful news and premium content at AndroidFaithful.com

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Chromebook Plus AI Equals Gemini

Wed, 29 May 2024 04:24:43 GMT

Big news coming from Google this week as they rolled out the next wave of Gemini AI integration, this time in Chromebook and Chromebook Plus laptops. We sat down with Google's VP of ChromeOS, John Maletis to discuss the news and what it means for Android. The gang is reunited as Huyen Tue Dao returns and joins Jason Howell, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards for Chromebooks and all the other Android news of the week.

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NEWS

Huyen fills us in on the KotlinConf 2024 and how it compared to Google I/O and JetBrains approach to AI and developers
GoogleTV is seeing some updates soon including Find My Remote and Picture in Picture
Honor gets in on the AI integrated smartphone trend with the 200 series. They're very pretty!
PATRON PICK: After voting on Patreon, the Android Faithful supporters chose the news that iFixit had some choice negative words for Samsung
Google, along with Asus, Acer and HP, rolls out new Chromebook and Chromebook Plus laptops with Gemini AI integration and 1 year of Gemini Advanced for free!

HARDWARE

Hands on review of the Acer Chromebook Plus 514

APPS

Even Adobe is getting in on the AI game with Acrobat and other apps like Grammarly leveraging Gemini Nano
Want a new Google Home app ‘Favorites’ widget? Your welcome.

COMMUNITY

Rohan (and many, many others) wrote in with the solve to accessing your Notifications History on Android.

Get all your Android Faithful news and premium content at AndroidFaithful.com

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The Google Investor Conference

Wed, 22 May 2024 04:28:28 GMT

Google I/O is behind us, but in our first episode back since the event we invited David Imel (MKBHD) to break down what it all means for Android. From Gemini to Gemini Nano to Gemini Flash to Gemini Advanced, there's alot of AI ground to cover with Jason Howell, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards.

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NEWS

There was a ton of information delivered by Google at Google I/O about Android including the second beta of Android 15
The Patron Pick is about the confirmation from Google that its new XR product with Samsung will get it's own "moment" soon

HARDWARE

It's Sony's time to shine with the Sony Xperia 1 VI
And Sony's got a midranger with Sony Xperia 10 VI
We've got a leaky peeky at the Motorola Razr 50 5G and Razr 50 Ultra 5G designs

APPS

Coming out of Google I/O, there's a bunch of new features coming to the Android Ecosystem
Project Gameface from Google is promising for accessibility

COMMUNITY

Chaim from Brooklyn calls out Google's use of the word "Flash"
Marchello from Atlanta, GA is looking for a place to buy phones not available in the U.S.
Howard Harris noticed a setting turned off in Google Maps

Thanks to David Imel for joining us. Check out his YouTube channel and watch his video about the Sparkle emoji and it's relation to AI

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Inside Google at I/O: Gemini, AI and Android 15

Wed, 15 May 2024 17:01:25 GMT

Google I/O 2024 kicked off with lots of news and updates about how Google is integrating artificial intelligence even deeper into Android with Gemini. We're incredibly thrilled to get the opportunity to sit down with Sameer Samat (President, Android Ecosystem) and Dave Burke (VP Engineering, Android) for an in-depth chat breaking down some of the more interesting aspects of Gemini and Android, as well as getting a special perspective on what Android 15 brings to users.

Topics discussed during the interview:

A look at the journey of Gemini and Android over the past year
How Gemini and AI fit into the overall Android product strategy
Balancing the 7 years of updates commitment and the speed of AI growth
Details on Scam Detection with Gemini and Android
How developers can harness Gemini and convince their managers to invest in AI
The requirements for the latest Android Studio for developers
Insight into the power management improvements within WearOS 5
How the theft detection in Android 15 works
Sameer and Dave's favorite features of Android 15
Confirmation of the Android 15 dessert name!

We hope you enjoyed this special Google I/O edition of Android Faithful. We'll be back next week with our regular/usual episode where we'll dive even deeper into all the Google I/O news and announcements.

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Google I/O Countdown

Wed, 08 May 2024 04:50:45 GMT

As if Google I/O excitement wasn't enough, we shared some big news on the podcast this week! Listen as Jason Howell, Huyen Tue Dao, Ron Richards and Mishaal Rahman reveal the brand new Android Faithful website featuring newsletters, articles, reviews and more! Check it out at AndroidFaithful.com and then listen as we discuss all the major Android news of the week!

NEWS

Google I/O is next week and we share what we're excited to see along with programming updates about our coverage
One UI 6.1 with AI rolls out to to the Samsung S21 series and older foldables
MediaTek is getting in on the premium Android action in the US this year
Multitasking on Android 14 is finally better on tablets
The Patron Pick speculated whether or not HTC might launch a phone with a faster Snapdragon chip soon?

HARDWARE

Ahead of I/O, Google rolls out the Pixel 8A
Also, the Pixel Tablet shed the dock and sells for $399
Hands-On with the Rabbit R1 and continued debunking of it's relationship with Android
Get ready for style with the Porsche Design Honor Magic6 RSR with clean lines and design
Walmart levels up your living room with the Onn 4K Pro streaming set top box with Google TV

APPS

Exciting news for new phone set ups as Google's working on a way to speed-up data transfers
Google Photos adds a new feature to enhance videos with a button
There's a new android app for Comic Books called Omnibus

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Down the Rabbit Hole

Wed, 01 May 2024 04:36:35 GMT

This edition of Android Faithful sure did erupt into something spectacular as Jason Howell, Huyen Tue Dao, Ron Richards and Mishaal Rahman dig deep into the Rabbit R1 and it's tenuous Android connection along with tracking the latest rumors, leaks and news about Samsung, Google and more!

NEWS

Mark your calendars, the next Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event is coming in July!
It's Android 15 time with Mishaal as we go even deeper into the new OS
Wear OS is gaining on the Apple Watch
The Patron Pick celebrates Google Play enabling downloading two apps at once, finally!

HARDWARE

Some curious Pixel Tablet release rumors
Details of the Google Pixel 8A are leaking left and right including the cost
And Google has a refresh of the Chromecast with Google TV getting teed up

APPS

Google explains why YouTube Music should be the destination for podcasts and we have opinions!
Want Android 15's volume panel now? Here you go!
Mishaal unravels the Rabbit R1's connection to Android with BREAKING NEWS of Rabbit's response

BONUS HARDWARE

Unboxing the Nothing Ear 3

COMMUNITY

James from SoCal write in about Google Messages compressing images and video even over RCS
Mike in Dubai has thoughts about Google One and the end of the Google One VPN
Stealth Dave provides some recommendations for multi-device travel chargers

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The Great Google Un-Silo-ing

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 03:48:34 GMT

We're into the quiet period before Google I/O, but that doesn't stop Google from doing a massive re-org that affects Android dramatically. Huyen, Jason, Mishaal and Ron break it all down and get a little emotional about saying goodbye to Hiroshi Lockheimer.

NEWS

Google shares the future as they build it with AI and reorganize their divisons
Mishaal shares even more Android 15 previews
Meta rolls out the Horizon OS, based on Android, for more third party partners
The Patron Pick highlights the new AI tool in YouTube is pretty helpful!

HARDWARE

Hands on with the Nothing Ear (a) in bright yellow
Improved performance looms for the OnePlus Pad 2
Introducing the Pura 70 line from Huawei
Global manufacturer Tecno goes in on camera functionality with the Camon 30 Premiere

APPS

TikTok Notes is the upstart rival to Instagram
Google Messages is rolling out Selfie GIF functionality and even more features coming for Google Photos
EV drivers get some cool functionality in Google Maps

COMMUNITY

Timothy writes in to defend the Google One VPN
Mike from Ohio was able to change the ringtone on his Pixel Watch 2!
Andrew from Ontario celebrates the new Google Home Controls screensaver

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Android 15 Beta Roundup

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 03:58:15 GMT

The gang is back together as Ron returns to join Huyen, Jason and Mishaal and just in time too since the Android 15 beta dropped and Mishaal's got the breakdown. That plus...a phone made of wood?!?

NEWS

Android 15 Beta has arrived!
Samsung overcomes Apple in market share according to IDC
Google Gemini and OnePlus are working together in a confusing fashion
Samsung brings Galaxy AI to more Galaxy devices
The Patron Pick shows that Google listens as Google Messages brings back the single-line text field after getting complaints

HARDWARE

Pixel 9 line developments as a new modem brings emergency satellite connections and perhaps the Pixel Fold gets renamed?
Leaked looks at the Sony Xperia 1 VI
Motorola rolls out the Edge 50 series, featuring a wood backing plate (again!)

APPS

COMMUNITY

Stephen from Ontario has solved the taking calls while driving with Maps problem
Mike from Ohio has discovered a huge drawback to the Google Pixel Watch 2
John from Cincinnati, also in Ohio, shares some tech observations while traveling abroad

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Premium Upper Mid-Range

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 03:54:32 GMT

Welcome Ben Schoon of 9to5Google to the show as we've got a lot going on with Android 15 developments and Google's rollout of the Find My Device network, finally!

NEWS

We got some amazing photos of the solar eclipse yesterday!
Mishaal's got the latest rundown of what's coming to Android 15
Google is finally rolling out the Find My Device Network - whoo hoo!
The Patron Pick is a hoot with a new device that lets you run Samsung Dex on your car screen!!

HARDWARE

The rumored Motorola Edge 50 has been announced!
The Samsung Galaxy S25 will stick Exynos and Snapdragon

APPS

Beeper was acquired by Automattic!!
In more messaging news, Sunbird is coming back, rising like a phoenix
OnePlus is rolling out AI Eraser and some rumors about Google's Magic Eraser

COMMUNITY

Owen from Ottawa, Canada checks in on Chrome tabs
Chaim from Crown Heights in Brooklyn) wants to know if Android's Earthquake Detection actually works?
Jakob shows off how he watches Android Faithful

Thanks to Ben Schoon for joining us - check out all his great work at 9to5Google!

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RIP Google Podcasts

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 04:53:37 GMT

JR Raphael of The Intelligence returns to the show to join Jason, MIshaal and Ron to discuss the latest in Google and Android updates plus some hands-on Gamer gear and some rumors of the Pixel 9 line.

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NEWS

Google has a bunch of updates to Shopping, Maps and Circle to Search
Latest in the upcoming Android 15 is protection from stingray devices
Google may be bringing Gemini to phones but it's going to be a RAM hog
RCS is coming to iPhones this Fall, according to Google
Patron Pick: Android 15 could revamp the volume panel and make it collapsible and plus, Android 15 prepares revamped status bar and Mishaal isn't having it!

HARDWARE

Pixel 9 rumors and leaks are heating up and it looks like there might be three phones in the line
The Vivo X Fold3 is the lightest book-style foldable yet - it's so thin!
Mishaal is hands on with the GameSir X2s Type C mobile gaming controller
If you like photography then you'll want to check out the Xiaomi 14 Ultra photography kit

APPS

Google Podcasts is going away, make sure you find a new podcast app!
Gemini now automatically starts Google Maps navigation
Got too many Chrome tabs? They've got a fix for that

COMMUNITY

Dan M. is having a hard time with audio on the OnePlus Watch 2
Jon and Eric write in with Maps while on the phone solutions
Mike S. has a tip for battery drain on the Pixel 7A

Thanks to JR Raphael of The Intelligence for joining us, check out all his great work over at The Intelligence - https://theintelligence.com/

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Apple Gets Beepered By the DOJ

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 04:16:53 GMT

Juan Bagnell of SomeGadgetGuy returns to the show for a spicy week of Android discussions as Jason, MIshaal and Ron preview Android 15 and get hands-on with some new hardware!

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NEWS

Android 15 Developer Preview 2 is out and Mishaal breaks down what's new in this latest release
The Department of Justice is suing Apple for monopolistic behavior. What does it mean for Android?
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G gets Seamless Updates
The Samsung OneUI 6.1 Update starts rolling out this week!
Patron Pick: Google Contacts is making it easier to set custom ringtones for individual contacts

HARDWARE

Ron is hands on with the Nokia T21 Table from HMD
Jason reviews the OnePlus Watch 2 - Go watch his full review on YouTube!
Details on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3, featuring (surprise, surprise), AI!

APPS

The Epic Games Store is coming to Android!
Google Wallet requiring device unlock for payments
Google Photos library can now appear in OnePlus and Xiaomi's gallery apps

COMMUNITY

Alpan23 on Patreon wonders if Android/Google Play is really as insecure as Apple makes it out to be?
Daniel C. shares why he's Team Pixel all the way
David, akak Panzer_Z has another tip for locking your screen on Google Maps

Thanks to Juan Bagnell for joining us, check out all his great work over at SomeGadgetGuy.com

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Searching for Circle to Search

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 05:23:30 GMT

Ron, Mishaal, Huyen, and Jason are so excited to share some big news for the show (a long time coming!) Plus, its that time of the year when Google blesses us all with the date for an event that always gets us giddy!

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Would attend an Android Faithful meetup during Google IO!

Featured in this episode:

NEWS

HARDWARE

APPS

COMMUNITY

Linda loves pinch to zoom in Android Messages
Richard has a problem with Google Maps for Android.
Chris wonders what he'd miss if he switched away from Pixel

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Consistently Inconsistent Assistant

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 05:20:17 GMT

Ron, Huyen, Jason, and Mishaal have a hard time sifting through the sheer volume of big Android news this week, but have no fear: There's an exclusive piece of news that Mishaal breaks on the show complete with a shiny new breaking news bumper and the gang celebrates a little too hard.

NEWS

@MishaalRahman: Here is what's new in Android 14 QPR3 Beta 2
Android 15 might let you send text messages via satellite
Google finally enables display output on the Pixel 8, here's what it could mean for a DeX-like mode
Patron News Story Pick: SpaceX says its satellite service aced tests on Android and iPhone
Apple is working to make it easier to switch from iPhone to Android because of the EU
@MishaalRahman: Google also announced yesterday that they will begin showing "additional choice screens" for users setting up an Android device in the EEA.
@MishaalRahman: Google has shared details on its new external offers program, the program they created to comply with the EU's Digital Markets Act.
To comply with DMA, WhatsApp and Messenger will become interoperable via Signal protocol

HARDWARE

Pixel 8a will be more expensive: colors, prices, memory of the new Google phone
Google confirms Pixel 8a is coming with Android’s new battery stats
@mishaal_rahman: Gemini Nano won't be coming to the Pixel 8 because of ""some hardware limitations"" but will be coming to more high-end devices in the near future according to Terence Zhang, a Developer Relations engineer at Google, during #TheAndroidShow.
Samsung's Galaxy A55 and A35 are official with 6.6" OLED screens, focus on security
No April Fools' joke: OnePlus will launch a new Nord on April 1
Exclusive Leak: Motorola Edge 50 Pro
Jason's Boox Palma hands on

APPS

[Exclusive] Google says the IETF's ongoing work on the unwanted tracker detection spec doesn't impact its launch timeline for the Find My Device network
@MishaalRahman: Google has announced that movie tickets and boarding passes will automatically be added to Google Wallet when you get a confirmation email in Gmail!"

COMMUNITY

Timothy, Hilton, and Robert have PLENTY to say about Assistant routines
Michael says we've seen Circle to Search before
Chuck is having Samsung RCS issues

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Pixel Drop Or Pixel Dribble?

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 04:53:26 GMT

Ron, Jason, Huyen, and guest Will Sattelberg dive into Will's experience in Barcelona at Mobile World Congress, plus Jason has the Nothing Phone (2a) and rooted phones lose RCS.

NEWS

Google is blocking RCS on rooted Android devices
Pixel feature drop: New productivity tools and advanced health features
Google prepares to add 'Satellite SOS' feature on Pixel devices
Google prepares 'Satellite SOS' emergency feature for Pixel devices.
Patron News Story Pick: Google Phone is going to make talking more fun with sound reactions and effects

HARDWARE

I miss when the world's biggest phone show wasn't all about prototypes
MWC 2024 was weird, and I couldn’t be happier about it
These Companies Have a Plan to Kill Apps
Deutsche Telekom/T-Mobile: AI Could Replace the Apps on Your Phone. I've Seen It With My Own Eyes
Humane AI Pin: The most jaw-dropping demo at MWC was from a brand I wasn't expecting to see
A Phone, A Friend
Jason's Nothing Phone (2a) hands-on

APPS

Microsoft is killing support for running Android apps on Windows 11
YouTube's free picture-in-picture mode could go global really soon
A new look for “Your apps” row

COMMUNITY

Setting volume based on Bluetooth device
Routines in the Clock app

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Chonky Watches: Inside Wear OS 4 on the OnePlus Watch 2

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 05:42:35 GMT

Bjorn Kilburn, VP of Wear OS at Google joins Jason Howell, Mishaal Rahman, Ron Richards, and Huyen Tue Dao to talk about the new Hybrid Architecture features of Wear OS 4 and the new OnePlus Watch 2. Plus, it's a super-sized episode with all the biggest gadget news from Mobile World Congress 2024!

Featured in this episode:

NEWS

9 new Android features to help you stay productive
Wear OS 4 interview with Bjorn Kilburn

HARDWARE

Introducing OnePlus Watch 2: A Dual-Engine Flagship Smartwatch Powered with Wear OS by Google
Google Pixel Fold 2 360-Degree Video And 5K Renders Reveal; No More Horizontal Camera Visor
Xiaomi Debuts Xiaomi 14 Series Internationally with Next-Generation Leica Optics, Powered by Xiaomi HyperOS
Xiaomi Adds an Exciting Array of Smart Living Products to its International AIoT Lineup
Qualcomm Redefines Connected Experiences with FastConnect 7900, the First AI-optimized Wi-Fi 7 System
Qualcomm Unveils the World’s Most Advanced 5G Modem-RF System, Harnessing Integrated AI to Enable the Next Generation of 5G
ZTE Devices at MWC
Honor Magic 6 Pro
HMD - Barbie Flip phone and Modular Phones
Motorola’s Rollable Concept phone laughs at your silly foldable

MORE NEWS

Patron News Story Pick: Androidify strikes back: Google now lets you create a custom Android ‘Bot’
New One UI 6.1 Update Brings Galaxy AI to More Galaxy Devices
Simplifying our payment apps in the U.S.

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Leica Liking Friends

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 03:57:06 GMT

It's a big week as Android 15 has landed and Huyen, Mishaal and Ron are excited to talk about it with our special guest, Android Developer Zarah Dominguez joining us direct from Australia!

Featured in this episode:

NEWS

The first Developer Preview of Android 15 is here
Mishaal breaks down why it wasn't hard to break down Android 15
Android 15 could have new features to protect your sensitive notifications AND speed up web pages
As if Android 15 wasn't enough, Google rolled out Gemini 1.5, upping the game for AI
Fewer Android users jumped to iPhones in 2023
Patron News Story Pick: 8 new Emoji are coming to our keyboard soon!

HARDWARE

Pixel Fold and Pixel Watch Prototypes leaks in unlikely places
OnePlus teases the One Plus Watch 2 to be unveiled at Mobile World Congress
Asus Zenfone 11 will be unveiled on March 14
Honor Magic V2 gets a Porsche makeover
ZTE Libero Flip hits Japanese markets at a low price
Details emerge on the Xiaomi 14 Ultra
Go watch Jason's review of the OnePlus Open!

APPS

Google Messages could soon let you edit texts
Google explains Android Auto AI Message Summaries
"Talk to a Live Rep" coming to Android, not just Pixels
Google Play Store gets AI with App Highlights and FAQs

COMMUNITY

Email 1: Tom from Ireland and Scotland shares an app to enable Nearby Share with MacOS called Near Drop
Email 2: Adam in San Diego shares a YouTube video that helped him figure out how to change notification sounds on his Samsung Galaxy S24

Thanks to Zarah Dominguez for joining us on the show! Check her work out at https://zarah.dev/

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Google Gemini Rollout Rollercoaster

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 04:45:43 GMT

Ron, Jason, Huyen, and Mishaal are unimpressed by the rollout of Gemini as an Assistant replacement, MIshaal shows a reputable leak of the Pixel Fold 2, and Android 15 is likely days away from release!

Featured in this episode:

NEWS

Bard AI chatbot replaces Google Assistant, available in new Gemini app and Google Assistant headphones
Gemini can save conversations for up to 3 years
Android 15 to make phones easier for baseline users to use
Pixel Fold might get a fancy trick from the OnePlus Open
Pixel phones may get auto touch sensitivity based on the environment
First look at Android 15's chat bubbles on Pixel Tablet
Google tackling Android phishing problems
Android 15 preview coming this week
FCC may investigate Apple over Beeper Mini shutdown
WhatsApp planning interoperability with other messaging apps
Patron News Story Pick: YouTube Music testing Cast redesign on Android

HARDWARE

OnePlus 12 and 12R unboxing, 12R available now
Exclusive first look at rumored Google Pixel Fold 2
Nothing Phone 2A launches March 5th in US with limited release
Nothing announced Glyph developer kit
Xiaomi Watch 2 with Wear OS for half the Pixel Watch 2 price

APPS

Google Maps redesigning directions search, dropping fullscreen
Google Maps Android now shows weather
Cloud photos available in Android photo picker

COMMUNITY

Email 1: Blake switched from Galaxy to Pixel 8 Pro, misses Samsung Routines to change settings like Bluetooth volume.
Email 2: Dave impressed with Pixel 7's Photosphere features, providing an example of a seamless Photosphere they took.
Email 3: Another Dave asking what the word is before "Android" in the AF theme song.

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More Bang For The Bezel

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 04:41:07 GMT

Ron Richards, Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman, and Jason Howell are joined by Chih-Hao Kung from ASUS to talk all about the ROG Phone 8 and the state of Android gaming phones in 2024.

NEWS

Android 15 to bring audio sharing, more immersion, and enhanced app archiving.
Amazon job listing spells impending doom for Android on Fire OS.
Circle to Search comes to Pixel 8 family.
Find My Device network still MIA.
Patron News Story Pick: Full screen food ads on the Chromecast with Google TV.

INTERVIEW

Chih-Hao Kung, ASUS global PR, talks all about the ROG Phone 8.

HARDWARE

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 might be less expensive.
Also possibly a mid-range foldable by Samsung too!
Nokia branding by HMD coming to an end.
PIxel Fold 2 might have a Tensor 4 instead of the G3!

APPS

Quick Share is here!
Generative AI coming to Google Maps.
Google says Assistant Driving Mode isn't DEAD dead.

COMMUNITY

The end of the microphone in the search bar isn't that bad.
The Pixel 8 Pro thermometer ALSO isn't that bad.
Firefox Focus is highly recommended!

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Fossil Becomes Fossilized

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 05:02:23 GMT

Ron, Jason, Huyen, and Mishaal are joined by Florence Ion to discuss what Samsung is doing right, what Google is doing wrong, and what Onn has that Logitech doesn't.

Featured in this episode:

NEWS

Google Pixel devices lose Assistant microphone shortcut
Google accidentally reveals Assistant with Bard demo video
Google may rename Assistant with Bard to Gemini
Flo LOVES Circle to Search
Pixel Feature Drop for January 2024
Samsung, Google preparing Wear OS 5 based on Android 14
Wear OS preps for Material You, hints at grid app launcher
Android allows eSIM transfer between phones
Patron News Story Pick: Critical storage permission bug in Pixel phones
Google halts January 2024 GPSU rollout due to device issues

HARDWARE

Fossil exits smartwatches
Galaxy S24 may detect car crashes
Honor’s Magic V2 foldable launches in Europe and UK
Ron looks at the Logitech K480 Keyboard paired with Pixel Tablet

APPS

Chromecast with Google TV to receive incoming call notifications
Google Assistant revamped on Android Auto with AI
Upgrade to Passkeys on Pixel phones with Google Password Manager

COMMUNITY

Chad suggests gestures for AR computing instead of virtual keyboards
Mike shares how alcohol saved his water-damaged phone

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Samsung's AI Secret Is Google

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 04:44:31 GMT

Mishaal returns from Galaxy Unpacked 2024 with the S24 in hand, plus plenty of rumory goodness from Google and OnePlus.

Featured in this episode:

NEWS

Samsung Unpacked 2024 was full of AI... by Google.
Samsung Galaxy Ring is a smaller fitness wearable.
Samsung looks to bring non-invasive glucose monitoring to its wearables.
Patron News Story Pick: WhatsApp has its own nearby file sharing solution too.

HARDWARE

Mishaal goes hands-on with the Samsung Galaxy S24.
OnePlus announces the global OnePlus 12 and the 12 R.
OnePlus also shows off the OnePlus Buds 3.
OnePlus Watch 3 could come at MWC and run Wear OS.
Pixel Watch 3 might come in two size variants.
Pixel 9 gets some crisp new renders that show striking design changes.

APPS

Gboard for Pixel Tablet getting new voice typing toolbar and seamless voice typing mode.
Google Messages will let you talk to Bard soon.
Assistant with Bard might become, simply, Bard.
Google Photos stacks will clean up your photo roll.

COMMUNITY

How aggressive is Google's hardware plan compared to Samsung and Apple?
One fan's AR-driven futuristic dream.
Kia software update fixed Pixel 6 connectivity issues.

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Samsung Slows to Second

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 04:53:41 GMT

Post-CES hangover is in effect with guest Adam Doud fresh from Vegas with some hot hardware in hand to show off. Plus, a bonus chat with Mishaal from the road!

Featured in this episode:

NEWS

Samsung's reign as top smartphone maker comes to an end
Google layoffs lead to the end of many Assistant features
Widgets returning to the lockscreen? Thank you, Android 15
That green Android guy has a name!
Patron News Story Pick: Animated GIFs coming to Google Messages

HARDWARE

Mishaal talks about his hands-on with the ASUS ROG Phone 8 and other CES discoveries
Adam gives a hands-on glimpse of the OnePlus 12
AAWireless 2 brings hardware improvements

APPS

Bluetooth beacons save Google Maps' day in tunnels
WowMouse turns your smartwatch'd hand into gesture-nav goodness

COMMUNITY

One tale of eSIM glory in the UK
Chad likes Podcast Addict too (and he's tried them all)
You know what's better than Android Faithful? 140" of Android Faithful!

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Windows in the Front, Android in the Back

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 04:37:55 GMT

It's the annual CES 2024 mega-super-duper-crazy-awesome Android extravaganza, featuring Sandeep Chivukula from Google!

Featured in this episode:

NEWS

Deep dive with Sandeep Chivukula, Director of Product Management for Multi-Device Experiences at Google
QuickShare, Fast Pair on big screens, Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel Tablet content hand-off, Matter on Google TVs for Home control.
A slew of Android announcements for the car
RCS getting dual SIM support on Google Messages
Android 15 could support replacing the Assistant summons with apps like ChatGPT
Patron News Story Pick: Google Password Manager gets a new shortcut

CES HARDWARE

Mishaal goes hands-on with the ASUS ROG Phone 8
TCL goes big with new NXTPAPER devices
TCL goes bigger with the largest TV set in North America (with Google TV)
Lenovo announces a ThinkBook that runs Windows when docked and Android when detached
Samsung teases AI features with its Galaxy Book 4 news
Hisense also shows off a very large Google TV
Xgimi is bringing Google TV heat to its projectors

NON-CES HARDWARE

Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 will power the next generation of XR experiences
Oppo Find X7 has not one but two Periscope cameras

COMMUNITY

You talk about Pocket Casts, but what about Podcast Addict?
Why so much about sharing files? Isn't that what the cloud is for?

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Google Feature Hokey Pokey

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 03:50:49 GMT

It's the first episode of the new year and if you thought Android news was light due to the holiday break, think again!

Featured in this episode:

NEWS

Google and Samsung might merge Quick Share and Nearby Share
Beeper says it’s done dealing with Apple over iMessage for Android app issues
Global premium smartphone market sees record sales in 2023
Android may soon estimate phone battery life expectancy
Patron News Story Pick: Google Maps Driving Mode on Android might disappear in 2024

HARDWARE

Samsung hosting Galaxy S24 Unpacked event in San Jose
More Galaxy S24 series renders leaked
Galaxy S24 series AI and camera features leaked
Nothing Phone (2a) specs and pricing leaks
Carl Pei tweets teasing a “New Year, New Phone"
OnePlus 12R specs aplenty

APPS

Android Auto now syncs phone wallpaper to display
Google Clock gets Pixel-inspired weather forecast redesign
Microsoft brings Copilot AI assistant to Android

COMMUNITY

contacts sync issues from Google Contacts to Mac
Google's Find My Device tracker launch is still in progress
Green bubble complaints signify the need for new friends

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Nearby Husbands

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 04:41:04 GMT

The last official episode of the year is a biggy! Jason Howell, Ron Richards, Huyen Tue Dao, and Mishaal Rahman welcome not one but two amazing guests: Gizmodo's Florence Ion and The Verge's Sean Hollister!

Featured in this episode:

NEWS

Sean was in the courtroom for the entire Epic v Google case!
Google lost another antitrust ruling that threatens sideloading norms.
Beeper's iMessage saga leads to US lawmaker attention.
Patron News Story Pick: Google Messages giving RCS its background wallpaper.

HARDWARE

Pixie could outshine Assistant on the Pixel 9.
More photos and specs of the Asus ROG Phone 8 and 8 Pro.
OnePlus addresses quality control concerns by Xiaomi.

APPS

Gboard is getting stylus handwriting support.
Google Keep is getting lockscreen note capabilities.
Google Photos cloud content will be available to the Photo picker.
Chrome for premium tablets will default to desktop mode.
Google Maps is moving location tracking data on-device.

COMMUNITY

Bob from Pennsylvania talks about the real reason most Android users want messaging compatibility across platforms.
Scott doesn't like YouTube Music's podcast strategy.
(Another) Bob is happy that the band is back together again.

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Epic's Victory Royale Versus Google

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 04:07:44 GMT

The moment you've all been waiting for, Jason Howell returns to Android Faithful and has a big announcement as he joins Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards for a JAM PACKED episode filled with Android news!

END OF YEAR BEST OF VOTING! Let us know your favorite moments of Android Faithful for our Best Of 2023 - submit them here: https://tinyurl.com/AFBestOf23

Featured in this episode:

NEWS

The Beeper Mini roller coaster continues
Epic wins over Google in court - what does it all mean?
Google introduces Gemini, their next step in AI and it's coming to the Google Pixel 8 Pro
Details on the December Pixel drop from Google, plus what's coming in Android 14 QPR2 beta
Be careful with your password manager
Patron News Story Pick: Google Messages looks to be adding the ability to edit messages soon!

HARDWARE

The ROG 8 phone is coming to CES from Asus
OnePlus shipped a OnePlus 12 with a literal bug in it

APPS

Details of One UI 6.1 from Samsung have leaked
Some Android phones can send medical info to 911
Google Podcasts is shutting down in April 2024, and you can migrate to YouTube Music
Google adding dedicated ‘Weather’ shortcut to app grid on Pixel, FINALLY

COMMUNITY

Charles from San Antonio wants to know when his Pixel Fold will get the beta features released?
Rob Schertzer from moist Vancouver writes in about the death of Google Play Movies & TV
More Chrome tab counts from Eric from Michigan and Ibo

Make sure you subscribe to Jason Howell's newsletter to find out more about his future projects at freejasonnewsletter.com

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Beeper Blasts Blue Bubble Bullying

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 04:02:38 GMT

It's a HUGE show as Eric Migicovsky of Beeper and long time friend of the show Shannon Morse join as Huyen Tue Dao and Mishaal Rahman return, along with Ron Richards to discuss the world rocking news of Beeper Mini and the unveiling of the OnePlus 12 and more!

END OF YEAR BEST OF VOTING! Let us know your favorite moments of Android Faithful for our Best Of 2023 - submit them here: https://tinyurl.com/AFBestOf23

Featured in this episode:

NEWS: Eric Migicovsky of Beeper walks us through Beeper Mini and graciously answers all of our questions. This is a major step forward for unified messaging and we're honored that Eric gave us some of us time to talk about it! In addition we break down the new features in Google Messages and the latest Android feature drops. We get a non-update on Find My Device (boo Apple again!) and the Patron News Pick shares the news that it's easier to set a specific ringtone for a contact in the Google Contacts app.

HARDWARE: The OnePlus 12 is unveiled in China and happy 10 years to OnePlus! Rumors abound about the size of the front screen on the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 and Nothing is rolling out apparel!

APPS: Google announces the Best Apps of 2023 in the Google Play store. Google Keep gets an AI assistant for making lists and you can soon use your Android as a webcam on with Microsoft's Phone Link.

COMMUNITY: Ryan from Garden Grove wants earbud recommendations and Yevhenii Bronnykov shares that we were the #1 podcast in his Spotify Wrapped for 2023.

Thanks to Eric Migicovsky for chatting with us - check out Beeper Mini at https://www.beeper.com/

And thanks to Shannon Morse for joining the show - check her out on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/shannonmorse

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Turning A Semi-Boring Genre Of Tech Into Magic

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 03:23:54 GMT

With everyone out on vacation, Ron Richards is the sole host but fear not, he's joined by some of the best in biz as Juan Bagnell and Tshaka Armstrong join the show to have a lively conversation despite it being a very slow news week.

END OF YEAR BEST OF VOTING! Let us know your favorite moments of Android Faithful for our Best Of 2023 - submit them here: https://tinyurl.com/AFBestOf23

Featured in this episode:

NEWS: Google Drive users are missing data, Android 14 Screenshot API starts rolling out and Tshaka Armstrong shares some tips for making the holidays better thanks to Android. And the Patron News Pick of the week was that Google Cast control notifications now appear in the Android media player

HARDWARE: The OnePlus 12 is coming! And we get our first offical glimpse at the new phone thanks to OnePlus. Samsung Galaxy S24 photos have leaked showing a flat screen. Wal-Mart released the Onn. Streaming Stick for less than $15!

APPS: Google Messages gets support for Ultra HDR images over RCS

COMMUNITY: Dave Carver writes in with practical developer experience coding apps for Amazon Fire TV as well as Google TV and Cory needs advice on what lower-budget phone to purchase next.

Thanks to Juan Bagnell and Tshaka Armstrong for joining the show!

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Thankful AF

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 04:02:25 GMT

It's a special Thanksgiving edition of Android Faithful as longtime friend of the show JR Raphael of Android Intelligence joins Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards to celebrate Apple adding RCS support and all the other roller coaster dramas of the last week in Android. PLUS special guest cameos at the end of the show as we share what we're thankful for.

Featured in this episode:

NEWS: Apple got the message! RCS is coming to iMessage, but Android users will still be green bubbles. Nothing's attempt to solve the iMessage problem blows up and both Nothing Chats and Sunbird get pulled from the Google Play Store. Mishaal breaks down Android 14 QPR2 Beta 1 and the Patron Pick is about how Google Pixel phones finally install system updates much faster.

HARDWARE: The Samsung Galaxy S24 Announcement is coming on January 17, 2024 and the OnePlus 12 will be unveiled in China on December 4th. The next Google Pixel phone will support Qi2 magnetic wireless charging. The Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 and MediaTek Dimensity 8300 bring performance under the hood and Mishaal shares his adventures with the Android 14 Webcam feature and it's poor quality.

APPS: OnePlus, OPPO, and Realme join Samsung in integrating Microsoft's Link to Windows app. WhatsApp backups on Android will soon start counting towards your Google Account's cloud storage limit. Google Photos library organization gets upgraded with AI (of course). And a clarification from last week as Huawei will keep Android app support for international devices.

COMMUNITY: Huyen Tue Dao, Florence Ion and Jason Howell send in messages of what they're thankful for along with members of the Android Community: Robert from Alaska, CousinofJah, Bob Rissler and Rick Ankrum.

Thanks to JR Raphael for joining us. Check out TheIntelligence.com and sign up for Android Intelligence!

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Amazon Fires Android

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 03:54:40 GMT

The longest episode of Android Faithful yet and it's a doozy! Mishaal Rahman, Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards are joined by Janko Roettgers of Lowpass to talk the Amazon/Android news plus a Huyen Dev rant, the Humane AI Pin and a ton more.

Featured in this episode:

NEWS: Janko Roettgers of Lowpass joins to discuss his scoop about Amazon developing their own OS to replace Android on their devices. Huawei is also ditching Android with HarmonyOS Next. Google Play Store makes some changes to support "High Quality" apps, but at what cost? Huyen has feelings. Google turns to the EU to help get Apple to support RCS while Nothing adds iMessage support to their phones. Black Friday deals are coming from Nothing and Google. More revelations from the Epic Games Vs. Google lawsuit. And we have a double patron pick with GBoard fixing landscape typing and Google's sweetheart deal offered to Netflix.

HARDWARE: The Humane AI pin runs Android!?!? A sneak leak peek of the OnePlus Watch 2. Samsung getting onboard the AI train with the S24. Qualcomm and Iridium call it quits over satellite phones.

APPS: Android 14 finally supports dual screen support for apps. Google Home gets AI and a new tiles screen.

COMMUNITY: Issai, Linda, Brandon and Peter weigh in on Chrome tabs and Kevin from Pittsburgh has a tale of woe for hardware support from Google.

Thanks to Janko Roettgers for joining us. Be sure to sign up for his newsletter at Lowpass.cc

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Is That A Tablet In Your Hammock Or...

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 03:21:56 GMT

It's a packed episode of Android Faithful as Myriam Joire, aka Tnkgrl joins Mishaal Rahman, Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards for the latest in the world of Android in the past week, and this week there was a lot!

Featured in this episode:

NEWS: Sales numbers are DOWN for Google, Samsung and even Apple in the US, Epic Games Vs. Google gets underway in court, Apple almost released the Apple Watch for Android!?!? And the Patron Pick was all about the AI behind Google's Weather App Nowcast technology.

HARDWARE: OnePlus is bringing OpenCanvas from the OnePlus Open to the OnePlus Pad and Myriam shares her thoughts on the OnePlus Open, Qualcomm confirms an Exynos-Snapdragon split on Samsung Galaxy S24s, the Mediatek Dimensity 9300 chipset arrives and Lenovo brings us tablet based fashion.

APPS: Google Messages starts rolling out multi-device pairing, Shopping Lists move from Assistant back to Google Keep and Meta reveals Google won't bring Google Play to VR.

COMMUNITY: Jeff is looking for recommendations for mid-range phones and Brandon wants to know how many tabs we all have open?

Huge thanks to Myriam Joire for joining us this week, follow Myriam online and listen to the Mobile Tech podcast.

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Android 14's Dessert Is Actually Boot Loops

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 02:34:45 GMT

It's a special Halloween edition of Android Faithful as Ron Richards, Mishaal Rahman, and Huyen Tue Dao get together to dodge trick or treaters and talk all things Android in the past week.

Featured in this episode:

NEWS: The latest in the Google Antitrust case and how it affects Android devices, Android version distribution chart updated by Google, Android 14 bug with multiple profiles and Play Store protection updates. The AF Patron Pick: The Pixel 8 Pro display leaps over Samsung and Apple in power efficiency

HARDWARE: Xiaomi rolls out the Xiaomi 14 line with a phone, a watch and a washing machine and HyperOS. Motorola's latest prototype foldable is wrapping around wrists! The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 Retro edition is a nostalgia trip. The OnePlus Open is full of surprises like stylus support!

APPS: Samsung Galaxy S23 Android 14 (One UI 6.0) starts it's roll out. Google's got some pretty cool, immersive updates to Maps and Google Wallet makes it easier to commute.

COMMUNITY: Peter has a warning for beta users, Wil shows off his Camaro's phone set up, and Adam in San Diego sounds the alarm about a Google Nest Doorbell bug that's pretty major.

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OnePlus Open Your Wallet

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 02:28:02 GMT

It's the core AF crew as Ron Richards, Mishaal Rahman, and Huyen Tue Dao talk foldables, messages, generative AI and all the other buzzwords of Android these days.

Featured in this episode:

NEWS: Some states now support IDs in Google Wallet and Huyen gave it a try, Android Safe Browsing is real and Repair Mode for Android may be coming. The Patron's Picked the news that Google may be integrating Assistant into a Glasses wearble (again)!

HARDWARE: Hands on with the OnePlus Open and Mishaal and Ron both love the phone. It may be the best option for a folding form factor foldable and definitely worth the look. Mishaal breaks down the news coming out of the Snapdragon summit and the FCC opens up the 6ghz band.

APPS: Google making apps on Foldables even better, WhatsApp supports multiple accounts and Google Messages makes multi-device access easier. Google Photos uses AI to make video highlights and now stores RAW. YouTube Music uses AI to make art for playlists.

COMMUNITY: Eddie sends in his Photospheres, Mark also used Photospheres, Sam wants to know how to car mount a foldable, Hilton is having an issue with Android 14 betas, and Derrick loves Android 14 and the battery life.

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Does it Pass the Butt Test?

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 02:44:04 GMT

Happy to welcome Michael Fisher, aka Mr. Mobile as our guest this week who joins Ron Richards, Mishaal Rahman, and Huyen Tue Dao as we show off the Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel Watch 2 and talk foldables, Android 14 and more on Android Faithful!

Featured in this episode:

NEWS: Android 14 problems and some performance improvements, Nothing gets Android 14 and Xiaomi launches HyperOS, Mobile Carriers get a report card (Spoiler, yay T-Mobile), Patron Pick: Google retires Photo Sphere from the Camera App

HARDWARE: Hands on with the Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel Watch 2, plus all the updates to the Pixels on the software side. Michael shares his experience with the hinge of the upcoming One Plus Open and gives us a glimpse of the Oppo Find N3 Flip AND the Motorola Razr 2023

APPS: YouTube rolls out some updates to their app.

COMMUNITY: Scott sends in his Subaru/Android Auto setup

Thanks to Michael Fisher for joining us. Find him on Threads @captain2phones and on YouTube at youtube.com/themrmobile

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Very Pixel-ated

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 02:33:32 GMT

We cannot think of a better episode for Florence Ion to come on to Android Faithful for the first time than the post-Pixel Event episode! Flo joins the chat with Ron Richards, Mishaal Rahman, and Huyen Tue Dao to breakdown the latest from Google coming out of the Pixel 8 event and all the surprises, drama, Artificial Intelligence drinking game and underrated announcements that goes along with it. So much so that Huyen gets a little salty...watch out!

Featured in this episode:

NEWS: SO MUCH NEWS! And SO MUCH AI! Made by Google/Pixel 8 Event recap, A little about Android vs Pixel branding, Pixel Secure Face Unlock is a gamechanger, as is the Ultra HDR in Android 14, Google's pledge for 7 years of updates, Samsung trying to get involved in the action, Assistant with Bard is a for real life thing, Google wins over Sonos and the Patron Pick is the Pixel 8 teardown video.

HARDWARE: No low-end phone from Google confirmed, but the Pixel 8A has leaked, and OnePlus releases a new tablet and it looks like the OnePlus Open foldable is real and coming soon.

APPS: Going deep on Android QPR1 Beta 2 and Samsung OneUI 6.0 officially launches

COMMUNITY: Ryuu Minastas via Patreon shares an Android Auto experience.

Thanks to Florence Ion for coming onto the show, check her writing out at Gizmodo.com

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Twas the Night Before Pixel

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 02:41:57 GMT

It's an exciting Pixel Eve as Juan Bagnell (SomeGadgetGuy) comes on to pre-game the Made by Google event with Mishaal Rahman, Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards. We've got our hopes and dreams and predictions as we prepare for the Google/Android event of the season!

Featured in this episode:

NEWS: Made by Google/Pixel 8 Event preview, Android 14 is coming as well maybe?, Some numbers about Pixel sales in North America and Japan, an exciting update for Pixel Buds and the Patron Pick digs into the Material You update for Chromebooks.

HARDWARE: Hands on with the Xiaomi 13T Pro as Mishaal and Juan both have the device and share their thoughts, OnePlus Open is spotted in the wild and the Samsung 23 Fan Edition is released.

APPS: Google Messages takes a major step backwards with the latest update as does G-Mail with the addition of emoji reactions?!?!

COMMUNITY: Jonathablade via Patreon breaks down the Google Play TV & Movies shut down

Thanks to Juan Bagnell for joining us, check him out at SomeGadgetGuy.com

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You Say Potato, I Say Computer

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 02:22:49 GMT

We're honored to welcome Romain Guy, Director of Engineering on Android at Google to the show as he joins Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards to discuss the history of Android and what it's like to be on the inside behind the OS driving pretty much everything we talk about here on Android Faithful!

Featured in this episode:

INTERVIEW: Romain Guy, Director of Engineering on Android at Google expounds on working on Android and what some of his favorite phones/devices and moments in Android history have been.

NEWS: Android 14 QPR1 Beta 1 is here and it's packed! Google taunts Apple over RCS again and the Patron Pick is all about the redesigned Weather App from Google!

HARDWARE: We've got the full Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro specs as well as details on the Pixel 8 camera offering. Tecno Phantom V Flip launches at nearly half the price of the Samsung Galaxy Flip 5!

APPS: Google expands Studio Bot to over 170 international markets, Threads adds account switching, Passkey support is coming to WhatsApp and...Google Podcasts is dead. Long live Google Podcasts.

COMMUNITY: Miguel Oliveira writes in with his POV on the Google Tablet, and Jeremy writes into Patreon annoyed by the Pixel Watch not being repairable.

Thanks to Romain Guy for joining us and providing Android for us to use every day and talk about here on the podcast!

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Raygunning For Android 14

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 02:26:55 GMT

Does it get any better than having our brother in Android join us for this week's show? Jason Howell of TWiT comes on the show and joins Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards to wonder where Android 14 is and much more!

Featured in this episode:

NEWS: Inside the September Pixel Update, Smartphone sales are falling in North America, Nokia phone maker HMD is getting into the game and the Patron Pick: Inside the teardown of the Pixel Tablet! It's quite roomy!

HARDWARE: The Tensor 9 chip from Google is going to disappoint, Motorola is back with phones in the midrange, more Pixel Watch 2 leaks/rumors and Xiaomi is getting into WearOS with their new smartwatch

APPS: Swiftkey Beta enables AI Image generation, Google's Nest Hub Max is dropping Meet and Zoom support and Huyen is disappointed, but Mishaal is excited by the possibilities of Emoji Kitchen

COMMUNITY: Branden got Beeper! And Derek makes Huyen talk about the Honor V Purse...again!

Thanks to Jason Howell for joining us, go to https://twit.tv/tnw to check out Tech News Weekly!

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Pour One Out for Google Play Movies

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 02:27:23 GMT

10 episodes of Android Faithful! And to celebrate, Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards are joined by Annyce Davis, VP of Engineering at Meetup to break down all the Android news and stories for the week.

Featured in this episode:

NEWS: Inside Google's Anti-trust case and what it could mean for Android, Huawei emerges with some alarming sanction busting tech mysteries, Android 14 Beta 5.3 is here AND the Patron Pick: Google is killing Google Play TV & Movies on Android TV.

HARDWARE: Google unveils a sneak peek at the Pixel Watch 2, Some curious button updates on the new Google Chromecast, More Foldables from Tecno! and of course, Huyen still can't get enough of the Honor V Purse.

APPS: EU is forcing WhatsApp into multi-app support, Google Messages enabling more devices, GBoard's AI based proofreader is here, and we've got stories on Google Play, but why?!?!

COMMUNITY: Branden wants to know more about Beeper, and MattBatt wants a ringtone for unknown callers.

Thanks to Annyce Davis for joining us, go follow her at @brwngrldev

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The Bot-Bod Is Back!

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 02:09:43 GMT

On the latest Android Faithful episode, Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards have got A LOT of Android news to cover as Google is kicking things into gear post Labor Day

Featured in this episode:

NEWS: Google sets the date for the Pixel 8 launch event, in one month. We break down the latest rumors and leaks surrounding the Pixel 8 and dig into the latest Android feature drops and the Android branding update. The Bot is back!

HARDWARE: The Honor V2 Magic was launched and adds another foldable to the mix PLUS a fashion forward concept with the Honor V2 Purse! Yes, a purse. You have to see this to believe it.

APPS: OnePlus is getting a jump on rolling out Android 14 to it's phones, Instagram goes tablet mode, sorta and Google protects us from fake Signal and Telegram apps.

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Scooping Your Privacy From The Sandbox

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 02:26:01 GMT

This week on Android Faithful, Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards are joined by Mary Ross, Chief Privacy Officer of OSOM Products, o get some insight into Data Privacy and how it affects the world of Android along with the usual fun we have covering the past week of Android.

Featured in this episode:

DISCUSSION: Mary Ross's journey with data privacy, ranging from co-authoring the California Consumer Privacy Act legislation and it's impact on technology to her joining OSOM Products and continuing to walk the walk when it comes to data privacy in tech.

NEWS: Google and Android celebrate the latest ART impact on millions of devices, plus Google Calendar starts to play nice with Microsoft Outlook

HARDWARE: OPPO confirms the Find N3 Flip (and Huyen loves it), Qualcomm getting Snapdragon into gaming devices, and the reports of the ASUS ZenFone's death was great exxagerated.

APPS: Google Search goes all in on Stories, YouTube Music touts RSS for podcasts, but Ron isn't having it and rants instead. Samsung gets real about how much data is used by its bloatware.

Check out Mary Ross's work at OSOM Products at https://www.osomprivacy.com/

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Maybe She's Born With It? Maybe It's Coverscreen!

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 02:25:05 GMT

We could not be more excited for this week's Android Faithful as Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards are joined by the O.G., long-term alumni of the show, Eileen Rivera along with Brendon Bigley of the Into the Aether video game podcast as they join us for a fantastic discussion around Android and their phone journeys.

Featured in this episode:

DISCUSSION: Brendon Bigley got a PIxel Fold, Eileen Rivera got a Samsung Flip 5 - they both have been on iPhones for years and we discuss what it was like to jump operating systems to Android, along with embracing the future of phones with their respective foldables.

NEWS: Android 14 Beta 5 gets an emergency point release, a glimpse at the Pixel 8 camera and the Patron Pick: how eSim transfers will work on Android.

HARDWARE: The OnePlus 12 leaks some insane specs. Seriously, you need to listen to this to believe it.

APPS: Beeper adds RCS/Google Messages, Google Keeps get version history and text formatting AND Threads is coming to the web!

We hope you enjoy listening or watching this episode as much as we had making it!

You can check out Brendon Bigley's podcast at https://intothecast.online/ and follow Eileen on TikTok at https://www.tiktok.com/@faceofe

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If It Doesn't Have a Hinge, I Don't Want It

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 02:16:08 GMT

It's Foldable mania as Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards are joined by SlashGear and Forbes' own Adam Doud to talk Android 14, Foldables and much more!

Featured in this episode:

NEWS: More Pixel 8 leaks as we find out about Magic Audio Eraser, Android 14 is inching closer to release

HARDWARE: Adam Doud shows off and gives some hands on feedback on the Samsung Fold 5, Flip 5 and Tab S9 Ultra, Xiaomi's Mi Mix Fold 3 is impressive

APPS: Google Photos navigation evolution continues, Under the hood of Samsungs OneUI 6 Beta and Jetpack Emoji Picker makes Huyen's day

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The RCS Revolution Will Be Televised

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 02:25:55 GMT

Our longest episode yet as we welcome friend of the show, Juan Bagnell to the show to join Huyen Tue Dao, Ron Richards and Mishaal Rahman as get together, as friends do, to talk Android, technology and have lots of laughs!

Featured in this episode:

NEWS: Google rolls out RCS by default, Pixel 8 and Pixel Watch 2 leaks and Long-range QR Code Scanning.

HARDWARE: Mishaal has a first look at the Asus Zenfone 10 and Juan schools us on face displays with the Rokid Station and X-Real Beam.

APPS: Shortwave comes to Android (Finally!), TIP: Nearby Share can copy folders with the Google Files app.

COMMUNITY: Juan has got some feedback about the tracker network and we hear from a loyal Samsung user.

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Unpack, Unfold and Flip Out!

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 02:42:23 GMT

We're extremely excited to welcome a special guest to the show, Chet Haase, author of the book "Androids: The Team That Built the Android Operating System". He joins Huyen Tue Dao, Ron Richards and Mishaal Rahman as we dive into the world of Android.

Featured in this episode:

NEWS: AI overhaul of Google Assistant, Smartphone sales are down, Update on Google Tracker Alerts and Find My Devices

HARDWARE: Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2023 broken down plus Mishaal's hands on with the Samsung Fold 5

APPS: Google Play Store for large screens and Threads loses half it's users

COMMUNITY: Your emails about the Pixel Tablet as a dashboard and the demand for SD Cards!

This episode of Android Faithful is brought to you by OSOM. The OSOM privacy cable gives you much-needed control over when and how your data is shared. Get more info at http://osomprivacy.com/privacy-cable

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Shoebox Full Of Foldables

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 02:38:24 GMT

For our third episode, Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards welcome our very first guest to the show: Max Weinbach of 9to5Google!

Featured in this episode:

NEWS: ChatGPT comes to Android, Instagram head says Android is better than iOS and a preview of the NEW Google Photos app!

HARDWARE: Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2023 preview, so many foldables, Sony Playstation handheld "Project Q" runs Android!

APPS: Samsung's One Hand Operation gestures and Stylus interface for Android 14

COMMUNITY: Your emails about battery life on a Pixel 7A, PocketCasts on WearOS and replaceable batteries in waterproof phones!

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From Thicc to Thinn

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 02:24:25 GMT

We're back for the second episode of Android Faithful! Huyen Tue Dao, Ron Richards and Mishaal Rahman return to discuss the world of Android news, hardware, apps and everything in between.

Featured in this episode:

NEWS: New Google Play policy updates around privacy and the blockchain, The EU requires replaceable batteries in smartphones in 2027, Android 14 brings a change to work profile changing as well as warnings for sideloaded updates

HARDWARE: Review: Pixel Tablet, Honor Magic V2 is the thinnest foldable yet, OnePlus's foldable is coming in late August AND OnePlus released a mechanical keyboard!

APPS: Oh hey, PocketCasts is now available for WearOS

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All About Android Faithful

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 02:17:10 GMT

It's the inaugural episode of Android Faithful! Huyen Tue Dao, Ron Richards and Mishaal Rahman come together to kick off this next chapter in the world of Android news, hardware, apps and everything inbetween.

Featured in this episode:

NEWS: Android's new branding with a capital A, Android 14 Beta 4 arrives, with an Easter Egg!, Android 13 Pixel Update for July rolls out, Foldables Market Share surges, Google should bring Samsung’s Maintenance Mode to Pixel phones, Patron Pick: Google beta tests new Pixel Call Screening with AI

HARDWARE: First Look: Nothing Phone (2), Review: Pixel Fold, Quick Tease: Pixel Tablet

APPS: Threads arrives on Android, Threads was built with jetpack compose!

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Welcome, Android Faithful

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 21:28:06 GMT

Android Faithful is your weekly source for Android news, hardware, apps and more. Join Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards, along with a host of Android friends and experts as they keep you up to date every week on everything important to the world of Android From phones and foldables, to tablets and TVs and more. We are the Android Faithful.

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