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On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar and Nick Sutrich chat with Hollywood legend Lucy Liu and Pirate Queen director Eloise Singer about their amazing new VR game The Pirate Queen: A Forgotten Legend... Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @Gwanatu

The Pirate Queen: Interview With Lucy Liu & Eloise Singer

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Nick Sutrich, and Jerry Hildenbrand discuss just how good the Honor Magic 6 Pro's camera really is, why more people are buying the Galaxy S24 Plus, why US lawmakers want TikTok banned, how Apple acquiring DarwinAI could give Google Gemini some serious competition, and more! Links:   The Honor Magic 6 Pro camera seriously blows me away - Android Central  The Galaxy S24 Plus is a hit, and I'm not surprised - Android Central  Why US lawmakers want TikTok banned - Android Central  Apple's latest AI acquisition might give Google Gemini some serious competition - Android Central Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @Gwanatu @gbhil

Could The US BAN TikTok?!

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Nick Sutrich, Jerry Hildenbrand, and Derrek Lee discuss all the fallout from MWC 2024 including some of the highlights (like Motorola's wearable smartphone), the coolest things they saw at Mobile World Congress (like a transparent laptop & robotic dog), review the OnePlus Watch 2, bring you the latest on the Samsung Galaxy Ring, get into whether Google should have promised seven years of updates, and more! Links:   Android Central's Best of MWC 2024 - Android Central The coolest things we saw at MWC 2024 - Android Central  I tested the OnePlus Watch 2 and Pixel Watch 2 for a week in Spain. The results were surprising - Android Central Samsung Galaxy Ring: Announcement, rumors, and everything we know so far - Android Central  Why the hell would Google promise seven years of updates? - Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  NetSuite: Get the visibility and control you need to weather any storm, check out netsuite.com/android. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @Gwanatu @gbhil @TheeBranLee

Mobile World Congress FALLOUT

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Nick Sutrich, and Derrek Lee review the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, the Galaxy S24 Plus finally coming into its own, Meta shifting from AR to VR, Google's Super Bowl ad highlighting a life-changing Pixel feature, the new Oura Ring 'Resilience' update that assesses your "ability to withstand physiological stress", and more! Links:   Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra initial review - Android Central  Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus initial review - Android Central  Meta said to be shifting from AR to VR - Android Central  Google highlights a life-changing Pixel feature in BTS video for Super Bowl ad - Android Central  Feeling stressed? New Oura Ring 'Resilience' update will help you pinpoint why - Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  NetSuite: Get the visibility and control you need to weather any storm, check out netsuite.com/android. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @Gwanatu @TheeBranLee

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra & Plus REVIEWED

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Nick Sutrich, Jerry Hildenbrand, and Namerah Saud Fatmi discuss all the fallout from Samsung Unpacked, including getting hands-on with the Galaxy S24, Samsung's Galaxy Ring tease, how Samsung dropped the ball on Qi2, Samsung's plans to charge for certain Galaxy AI features, how ultra-bright displays are destroying our eyes, and more! Links:   Samsung Galaxy S24 hands-on - Android Central  Samsung just dropped a Galaxy Ring teaser as it sets its sights on the Oura Ring - Android Central  Samsung dropped the ball on Qi2 with the Galaxy S24 - Android Central  Samsung plans to charge for certain Galaxy AI features after two years - Android Central  I'm not buying the Galaxy S24, and Galaxy AI is to blame - Android Central  Exclusive: Ultra-bright displays are destroying our eyes, but the OnePlus 12 gets it right - Android Central Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @Gwanatu @gbhil @NamerahS

Samsung Unpacked...UNPACKED!

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Andrew Myrick, and Namerah Saud Fatmi discuss whether the Pixel could end up in Google's graveyard, problems with the Google Pixel 6, Google's empty promises, which Android phone could tempt iPhone users, and more! Links:   It only took two years for my Pixel 6 to become a complete dumpster fire - Android Central  If history repeats itself, the Google Pixel may end up in the graveyard - Android Central  Only one Android phone could tempt my partner to switch from an iPhone - Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  NetSuite: Get the visibility and control you need to weather any storm, check out netsuite.com/android. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @AndyMyrick @NamerahS

Could The Pixel End Up In Google's Graveyard?

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Nick Sutrich, Derrek Lee, and Michael Hicks discuss the arrival of Google Gemini & why it's the future, Google bringing Gemini Nano to the Pixel 8 Pro, Google's December 2023 feature drop, the latest on Apple being forced to make iMessage cross-platform, updates to the Garmin Forerunner & Venu 3, Samsung's continued dominance in foldable phone sales, McDonald's working with Google for their 'Ask Pickles' AI chatbot, and more! Links:   Google Gemini is here to set the stage for AI models in 2024 and beyond - Android Central  Google brings Gemini Nano to the Pixel 8 Pro, releases December 2023 feature drop - Android Central  EU leans against forcing Apple to make iMessage cross-platform - Android Central  The latest Garmin Forerunner update is a boon to sleepy, stressed runners - Android Central  Beefy Garmin Venu 3 update adds skin temperature, glucose watch face, and more - Android Central  Samsung foldables continue to dominate, but other Android OEMs are eating away at its share - Android Central  McDonald's taps Google for 'Ask Pickles' AI chatbot to help fix ice cream machines - Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now. NetSuite: Get the visibility and control you need to weather any storm, check out netsuite.com/android. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @Gwanatu @TheeBranLee @Michael_L_Hicks

Google Gemini Is HERE

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Nick Sutrich, Jerry Hildenbrand, and Derrek Lee discuss doing chores in mixed reality, the Pixel 8 Pro's temperature sensor, testing the Pixel Watch 2's accuracy vs. the Fitbit Charge 6, the Pixel Watch 3 ditching it's crown, Google attempting to force Apple to adopt the RCS messaging standard, Google using earbuds to check your heart rate, and more! Links:   The Pixel 8 Pro temperature sensor is only good for one thing - Android Central  I tested the Pixel Watch 2 and Fitbit Charge 6 at Disneyland - Android Central  The Pixel Watch 3 could ditch its crown for this Galaxy Watch trick - Android Central  Google opts for a different approach to get iMessage to support RCS - Android Central  The Meta Quest 3 keeps me from crying in the kitchen - Android Central  How can Google use earbuds to check your heart rate? - Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now. NetSuite: Get the visibility and control you need to weather any storm, check out netsuite.com/android. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @Gwanatu @gbhil @TheeBranLee

Does VR Make EVERYTHING Better?!

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Nick Sutrich, Jerry Hildenbrand, Derrek Lee, and Michael Hicks discuss Apple & Samsung losing market share to Transsion, the Fitbit Charge 6, Google's Pixel Watch 2, Apple almost making the Apple Watch compatible with Android phones, T-Mobile abandoning their aggressive upgrade program, YouTube fighting back against ad blockers, and more! Links:   Fitbit Charge 6 review - Android Central  Google Pixel Watch 2 review - Android Central  Apple made the wrong decision not bringing the Apple Watch to Android - Android Central  Apple and Samsung lost market share to a phone brand you've never heard of - Android Central  T-Mobile decides it's a bad idea to anger its most loyal customers - Android Central  YouTube ramps up efforts to block you from blocking ads - Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Gwanatu @gbhil @TheeBranLee @Michael_L_Hicks

The HUGE Smartphone Brand You've Never Heard Of...

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Andrew Myrick, and Nick Sutrich discuss Google being secretive about their Pixel 8 Pro display tech, the Qualcomm Snapdragon Summit including the announcement of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, the Snapdragon X Elite & Qualcomm's ambitions for AI features, BOE revealing the 'X1' LTPO display for the OnePlus 12 and Ace 3, review the quality of the Google Pixel 8 Pro camera, debate Motorola's bending phone concept, and more! Links:   Qualcomm’s ambitious AI bets are reliant on device makers - Android Central  Qualcomm is betting its future on AI, and Google could benefit the most - Android Central  Google won't tell me why the Pixel 8 Pro doesn't make me sick - Android Central  BOE reveals the 'X1' LTPO display for the OnePlus 12 and Ace 3 - Android Central  I've taken 100,000 photos with smartphones. The Pixel 8 Pro is the best - Android Central  Motorola thinks you want to wear your next phone - Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @gbhil @AndyMyrick @Gwanatu

Why Are Google Being So Secretive About Their Display Tech?

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Andrew Myrick, and Derrek Lee discuss the launch of the Pixel Watch 2 & what it means for first-gen products, and review a variety of foldable phones including the new Motorola Razr, the OnePlus Open, the OPPO Find N3 Flip, and more! Links:   The Pixel Watch 2 convinced me never to buy a first-gen product - Android Central Motorola Razr (2023) review - Android Central OnePlus Open review - Android Central OPPO Find N3 Flip review - Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @gbhil @AndyMyrick @TheeBranLee

Battle Of The Foldables

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Andrew Myrick, and Nick Sutrich discuss whether the Tensor G3 in the Pixel 8 is the best phone chip today, Google Home getting long-awaited upgrades, the Pixel 8's Face Unlock upgrade, if Google should release a Pixelbook 2, review the Meta Quest 3, and more! Links:   Google Home is set to pick up a ton of long-awaited upgrades - Android Central  Why the Pixel 8's Face Unlock upgrade is a big deal - Android Central  The Tensor G3 in the Pixel 8 is the best phone chip today - Android Central  Hear me out (again): Google should release a Pixelbook 2 - Android Central  Meta Quest 3 review: The best VR headset you can buy - Android Central Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @gbhil @AndyMyrick @Gwanatu

Is The Pixel 8's Tensor G3 The Best Phone Chip EVER?!

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Andrew Myrick, and Nick Sutrich discuss all the fallout from the fall Pixel event including the Google Pixel 8 & Google Pixel Watch 2, Google bringing Bard to Google Assistant, the Pixel 8 getting updates until 2030, hands-on with the Meta Quest 3, and more! Links:   Everything announced at the Made by Google event - Android Central  Made by Google event 2023 live blog - Android Central Google Pixel 8 hands-on: The AI powerhouse phone - Android Central  Google Pixel Watch 2 hands-on: Finally fit to replace Fitbit - Android Central  Google Assistant is finally getting the Bard upgrade we've been wanting - Android Central  Pixel 8 and 8 Pro will get Android OS updates until 2030 — that's a game-changer - Android Central  Meta Quest 3 review: The best VR headset you can buy - Android Central Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @gbhil @AndyMyrick @Gwanatu

Google's Fall Pixel Event - Everything You Need To Know

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Michael Hicks, and Nick Sutrich discuss Fitbit teasing it's next device, the upcoming Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro, what the Google trial is about & why you should care, Android smartwatches vs. the Apple Watch, why the Apple Watch upgrade makes the Galaxy Watch 6 look worse, Apple's new accessibility features, and more! Links:   Fitbit teases its next device, and it launches very soon - Android Central  A major Android brand is making its first Wear OS 3 watch - Android Central  Here’s what the Google trial is about and why you should care - Android Central  Android smartwatches still suck, so I’m sticking with the Apple Watch - Android Central  This Apple Watch Series 9 upgrade only makes the Galaxy Watch 6 look worse - Android Central  It took Apple to make accessibility features look cool - Android Central Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @gbhil @Michael_L_Hicks @Gwanatu

Can Android Smartwatches Compete With The Apple Watch?

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Andrew Myrick, and Nick Sutrich discuss the iPhone accessory the Google Pixel 8 should steal, what USB-C on the iPhone 15 could look like, the alternative to buying your kids an iPhone, protecting privacy as schools go back, Google teasing the Pixel 8 and Pixel Watch 2, and more! Links:   This iPhone accessory makes me wish the Pixel 8 would steal this useful feature - Android Central  USB-C on the iPhone 15 might not be what you think - Android Central  Here's a phone you should get your kid instead of the iPhone - Android Central  Protect your privacy as you head back to school - Android Central  Google shows off the Pixel 8 and Pixel Watch 2 in new teaser videos - Android Central Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @gbhil @AndyMyrick @Gwanatu

The iPhone Accessory Google Should STEAL

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Andrew Myrick, and Nick Sutrich discuss the pros & cons of dark mode on phones, the Google Pixel Tablet vs. the Google Nest Hub Max, the leak of Nothing's first wearable & what it means for smartwatches, review the Galaxy Z Fold 5, preview the Fairphone 5, debate Tecno's Phantom Ultimate rollable phone concept, and more! Links:   Dark mode is a lie - Android Central  I tested the Pixel Tablet and Nest Hub Max - Android Central  Nothing's first wearable - Android Central  I spent a week with the Z Fold 5 - Android Central The Fairphone 5 goes official - Android Central  Tecno is the latest brand to unfurl a rollable phone concept - Android Central Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @gbhil @AndyMyrick @Gwanatu

Dark Mode Is A LIE!

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Andrew Myrick, and Michael Hicks discuss their love/hate relationship with the Google Pixel Fold, look into the pros & cons of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 & Watch 6 Classic, review the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, rave about the Garmin Forerunner 965, debate whether it's time for Android to finally get satellite connectivity, and more! Links:   Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 & Watch 6 Classic review: If it ain't broke... - Android Central  Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra review: More than just a tablet - Android Central  It's time for Android to finally get satellite connectivity - Android Central  Garmin Forerunner 965 review: Better than the best - Android Central  I spent a week with the Google Pixel Fold - Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @gbhil @AndyMyrick @Michael_L_Hicks

Google Pixel Fold - Love It Or Hate It?

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Derrek Lee and Nick Sutrich discuss their hands-on experiences of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 & Flip 5, Facebook Messenger dropping SMS integration, someone using VR to walk across Skyrim, why we shouldn't have to keep buying new cases, and more! Links:   Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 review - Android Central  Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 review - Android Central  I'm tired of buying new cases, and you should be too - Android Central  Facebook Messenger is breaking up with SMS - Android Central  Someone actually walked across all of Skyrim - Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now. NetSuite: Get the visibility and control you need to weather any storm, check out netsuite.com/android. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @TheeBranLee @Gwanatu

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 & Flip 5: Our Reviews

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Andrew Myrick, and Nick Sutrich discuss all the fallout from Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2023, the anticlimactic nature of annual events, review the Galaxy Z Fold 5 & it's issues with pulse width modulation, discuss Andrew's nightmare attempting to get his Galaxy Z Fold 4 repaired, and more! Links:   Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2023 LIVE updates - Android Central  Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked 2023 was bigger, better, and boringer - Android Central  The Galaxy Z Fold 5's display makes me want to curl up into a ball and die - Android Central  Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 camera review - Android Central  The Galaxy Z Flip 5's large cover screen still has room to grow - Android Central  My Galaxy Z Fold 4 nightmare - Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @gbhil @AndyMyrick @Gwanatu

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2023 FALLOUT!

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Andrew Myrick, and Michael Hicks discuss Google's 'Genesis' AI tool, what to expect from Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2023, the rumoured Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Fold 5 design improvements, the Galaxy Tab S9, the rumoured 'Galaxy Ring', review Vivo's X Flip, and more! Links:   Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2023 - Android Central  Samsung teases Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Fold 5 design improvements - Android Central Samsung Galaxy Tab S9: Everything we know and hope to see - Android Central  Google starts testing 'Genesis' - Android Central  The rumored 'Galaxy Ring' could challenge the Galaxy Watch 6 - Android Central Vivo X Flip review - Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @gbhil @AndyMyrick @Michael_L_Hicks

Google Tests AI That Can Write News Articles

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Andrew Myrick, and Nick Sutrich discuss the new Nothing phone dropping on Amazon Prime Day, Carl Pei dismissing the idea of a Nothing foldable, the explosion of Threads & what it means for social media, Mark Lucovsky's comments after resigning from Google, human trainers' frustrations with Google Bard, and more! Links:   Carl Pei talks down a Nothing foldable - Android Central  Nothing Phone initial review - Android Central  Threads by Instagram surpass 100 million sign-ups - Android Central  A Google exec resigns with a damning note about its XR ambitions - Android Central  Google Bard's human trainers claim they are frustrated with 'convoluted' tasks - Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now. NetSuite: Get the visibility and control you need to weather any storm, check out netsuite.com/android. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @gbhil @AndyMyrick @Gwanatu

A New Nothing Phone Drops On Amazon Prime Day?!

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Andrew Myrick, and Nick Sutrich discuss Google cancelling Pixel Fold preorders, Waze job cuts, Google cancelling it's AR glasses, Google Pixel 8 vs. Samsung DeX, reports of Pixel Fold displays already breaking, the OnePlus V Fold, when kids are ready for the internet, and more! Links:   Google is apparently canceling Pixel Fold preorders - Android Central  Job cuts hit Waze - Android Central  Looks like Google might have canceled its new AR glasses - Android Central  With Pixel 8, Google may finally have an answer to Samsung DeX - Android Central  Some Pixel Fold owners are already reporting broken displays - Android Central The OnePlus V Fold could steal Samsung's foldable phone thunder - Android Central  When are kids ready for the internet? - Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @gbhil @AndyMyrick @Gwanatu

Google Cancelling Pixel Fold Preorders?!

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Andrew Myrick, Derrek Lee, and Nick Sutrich review the Google Pixel Tablet, the Google Pixel Fold, the Motorola Razr Plus, and more! Links:   Google Pixel Tablet review - Android Central Google Pixel Fold review - Android Central Motorola Razr Plus review - Android Central Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @gbhil @AndyMyrick @TheeBranLee @Gwanatu

Is The Google Pixel Fold Worth The Money?

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Andrew Myrick, and Derrek Lee discuss what Android 15 needs to steal from iOS 17, what iOS 17 needs to learn from Google, the Samsung Galaxy Watch & Google Pixel Watch's new health features, review the Moto G Stylus 5G, rave about the Amazon Fire Max 11, and more! Links:   iOS 17 is a big nothing-burger - Android Central  4 things Android 15 needs to steal from iOS 17 - Android Central Amazon Fire Max 11 review - Android Central  Samsung details availability of important Galaxy Watch health feature - Android Central  The Google Pixel Watch's SpO2 monitoring finally becomes operational - Android Central  Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) review - Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  NetSuite: Get the visibility and control you need to weather any storm, check out netsuite.com/android. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @gbhil @AndyMyrick @TheeBranLee

What Android Needs To STEAL From iOS 17

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Derrek Lee, Michael Hicks, and Nick Sutrich discuss all the fallout from WWDC and why Android users should care about Apple's Vision Pro, problems with the Google Pixel watch, review the Motorola Razr Plus, and more! Links:   Apple’s Vision Pro is proof that Meta’s Quest was right - Android Central  Games on Apple Vision Pro will be great - Android Central  The Apple Vision Pro is a rare opportunity for Google, Samsung, and the Quest 3 - Android Central  Motorola Razr Plus hands-on - Android Central  Google Pixel Watch's back is falling off - Android Central Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @Michael_L_Hicks @TheeBranLee @Gwanatu

Why Android Users Should Care About Apple's Vision Pro...

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Andrew Myrick, and Derrek Lee discuss Netflix cracking down on password-sharing Microsoft Copilot, the problem with the Pixel Tablet, Google paying $40m for location tracking, the Huawei Watch 4's unusual health feature, review the TicWatch Pro 5, and more! Links:   Microsoft Copilot is what Google Assistant on ChromeOS should have been - Android Central  The Pixel Tablet isn't going to fix what's wrong with Android tablets - Android Central  Netflix's controversial password-sharing crackdown - Android Central  Google agrees to pay Washington state $40 million - Android Central  TicWatch Pro 5 review - Android Central  The Huawei Watch 4 has an unusual health feature - Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now. NetSuite: Get the visibility and control you need to weather any storm, check out netsuite.com/android. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @gbhil @AndyMyrick @TheeBranLee

Netflix's Password-Sharing Crackdown Hits The US

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Andrew Myrick, and Nick Sutrich discuss Montana's TikTok ban, the Google Pixel Fold & why it isn't a Pixel Flip, whether the Pixel Tablet is a Nest Hub replacement, review the Samsung Galaxy A54 5G, preview upcoming PSVR 2 games, and more! Links:   3 ways the Pixel Fold falls short - Android Central Google launched the Pixel Fold instead of a Pixel Flip - Android Central  Google says Pixel Tablet is NOT a Nest Hub replacement - Android Central  TikTok statewide ban signed into law by Montana governor - Android Central  Samsung Galaxy A54 5G review - Android Central  Upcoming PSVR 2 games - Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @gbhil @AndyMyrick @Gwanatu

Montana BANS TikTok?!

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Michael Hicks, and Nick Sutrich discuss all the fallout from Google I/O 2023 including all the big announcements, the Wear OS 4 tease, Google's Pixel 7a, the arrival of the Google Pixel Fold (although not everywhere), the Google Pixel Tablet, and more! Links:   Google I/O 2023: All of the biggest announcements - Android Central  Google announces Wear OS 4 - Android Central Google Pixel 7a Review - Android Central Google Pixel Fold - Android Central  The Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet aren't launching in India - Android Central  Google Pixel Tablet Hands-On - Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now. NetSuite: Get the visibility and control you need to weather any storm, check out netsuite.com/android. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @gbhil @Michael_L_Hicks @Gwanatu

Google I/O FALLOUT!

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Andrew Myrick, and Nick Sutrich discuss PWM sensitivity making people sick, the 'Godfather of AI' quitting Google, Google & Apple tackling the AirTag problem, Samsung banning staff from using ChatGPT, Motorola getting their mojo back, what they want to see at Google I/O 2023, and more! Links:   My phone is making me sick - Android Central  The 'Godfather of AI' quits Google - Android Central  Google and Apple come together to tackle the AirTag problem - Android Central  Samsung bans staff from using ChatGPT - Android Central  Motorola finally remembered how to make good phones again - Android Central Google I/O 2023: What to expect - Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @gbhil @AndyMyrick @Gwanatu

Can Phones Make You Sick?

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Derrek Lee, and Nick Sutrich discuss the Google I/O 2023 program, Fairphone's sustainability model, review Motorola's Rizr & ThinkPhone, debate whether they'd ditch Android for $10,000, and more! Links:   Google I/O 2023 program teases big reveals - Android Central  ThinkPhone Review - Android Central  Motorola Rizr Review - Android Central  Fairphone does what tech giants refuse to do - Android Central  Would You Ditch Android For $10,000? - Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @gbhil @TheeBranLee @Gwanatu

Would You Ditch Android For $10,000?

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar is joined by Nick Sutrich, Andrew Myrick, Derrek Lee, Jerry Hildenbrand, Michael Hicks, Harish Jonnalagadda and Namerah Saud Fatmi to celebrate the Android Central Podcast's milestone and discuss the next generation of smart watches, the lack of support for Android by certain manufacturers, whether foldable phones are the future, how Chinese manufacturers have improved, the future of VR, and more!   Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @Gwanatu @AndyMyrick @theebranlee @gbhil @Michael_L_Hicks @chunkynerd @NamerahS

Our 600th Episode!

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Nick Sutrich, Andrew Myrick, and Namerah Saud Fatmi discuss Google TV adding hundreds of free channels, whether Google Photos is the best image editor, YouTube Music's quirks, Samsung's issues with fast charging, review the Amazfit GTR Mini, and more! Links:   Google TV Is Adding A Ton Of Free Channels - Android Central  Google Photos Is The Best Image Editor - Android Central  YouTube Music's Most Annoying Quirk - Android Central  The Galaxy Note 7 Is Still Haunting Samsung - Android Central  Amazfit GTR Mini Review - Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @Gwanatu @AndyMyrick @NamerahS

Are Samsung Still Haunted By The Galaxy Note 7?

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Nick Sutrich, Andrew Myrick, and Namerah Saud Fatmi discuss VR replacing traditional gaming, a YouTube Shorts glow-up, the Samsung 'Fan Edition', the Galaxy Z Fold 5 going on a diet, why it's better to spend $1,000 on a Chromebook rather than a tablet, and more! Links:   VR Will Never Replace Traditional Gaming - Android Central  Time For YouTube Shorts To Have A Major Glow-Up - Android Central  What Does 'Fan Edition' Even Mean? - Android Central  Samsung Putting The Galaxy Z Fold 5 'On A Diet' - Android Central  Why I’d Rather Spend $1,000 On A Chromebook Than A Tablet - Android Central Google Pixel Fold: Everything We Know - Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @Gwanatu @AndyMyrick @NamerahS

Why VR Will NEVER Replace Traditional Gaming

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Nicholas Sutrich, and Michael Hicks dive into the biggest problem with wearable charging, announcements from GDC, their uncertain feelings on mixed reality headsets, PlayStation's curious launch of the PS VR2, and so much more! Links:   The Quest 2 and PSVR 2 are rivals with a symbiotic relationship | Android Central  My rabbit just ate my Pixel Watch charging cord, exposing a huge wearable problem | Android Central  Sony PSVR 2 review: Worth the high price | Android Central  Is Sony self-sabotaging the PSVR 2? | Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors: Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @gbhil @Gwanatu  

Mixed Feelings on Mixed Reality

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Nick Sutrich, Derrek Lee, and Andrew Myrick, discuss the launch of Google's Bard AI chatbot, a potential TikTok ban, whether Microsoft should put Bing with ChatGPT on Wear OS, debate flat or curved displays on smartphones, and more! Links:   Google's Bard AI Chatbot - Android Central  Microsoft Should Put Bing With ChatGPT On Wear OS - Android Central  It's Impossible To Review Security Cameras - Android Central  Flat Or Curved Smartphone Displays POLL - Android Central  A TikTok Ban Isn't About Privacy, It's About Politics - Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @AndyMyrick @TheeBranLee @Gwanatu

Flat Or Curved Smartphone Displays?

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Nick Sutrich and Namerah Saud Fatmi discuss the Galaxy S23 Ultra moon controversy, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6, Google Pixel 6's March Updates, more Meta layoffs, Galaxy S23 Series rumours, and more! Links:   Your Galaxy S23 Ultra Isn't Actually Taking Pictures Of The Moon - Android Central  Samsung's Galaxy Watch 6 - Android Central  Galaxy S23 Series Rumors - Android Central  Pixel 6's March 2023 Update - Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @gbhil @Gwanatu @NamerahS

The Galaxy S23 Ultra Moon Controversy?!

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast, Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Derrek Lee, and Nick Sutrich discuss the rumours around the unreleased Pixel Fold being spotted on an NYC train, Ring's controversial policy change, Spotify's revamp, review the Samsung Galaxy S23, and more! Links:   The Pixel Fold may have just been spotted - Android Central  Ring is ruining its products - Android Central  Spotify just got a major TikTok-style revamp - Android Central  Samsung Galaxy S23 Review - Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now. Follow us on Twitter: @AndroidCentral @Shruti_Shekar @gbhil @TheeBranLee @Gwanatu

Pixel Fold Spotted In The Wild?

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast Shruti Shekar, Derrek Lee, Shruti Shekar, and Michael Hicks dive into our review of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, impressions of the PS VR2, unwanted changes to the FitBit experience, what's new with One UI 5.1, and so much more! Links:   Sony PS VR2 review: Worth the high price | Android Central  Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra review: Understated grandeur | Android Central  What's new in One UI 5.1? | Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now. Rocket Money - Visit RocketMoney.com/ACP to learn more about managing your subscriptions.

Samsung Galaxy Ultra Iterative

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Nicholas Sutrich, and guest Derrek Lee dive into some hardware problems with the Google Pixel 7 Pro, impressions of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, WhatsApp spam, Netflix's concerning new password policy, and so much more! Links:  Samsung Galaxy Watch 6: Six things we want to see | Android Central  The Galaxy S23 stands out because it doesn't | Android Central WhatsApp spam is getting out of control in India | Android Central  Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra camera review: More megapixels isn't always better | Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors:  Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now.  

The Curious Case of the Crumbling Google Pixel 7 Pro

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Nicholas Sutrich, and guest Michael Hicks dive into the details surrounding Samsung's latest event, Meta earnings and the questions surrounding the pivot to VR, Apple entering the search engine race, and so much more! Links:   Samsung Galaxy S23: I just can't | Android Central  The Galaxy S23 is the easiest phone I've ever set up | Android Central  The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is making my wife regret going to iPhone | Android Central  Why the Galaxy S23 could be the best gaming phone of 2023 | Android Central  Android Central Podcast Sponsors: ZocDoc: Get trusted medical office through trusted doctors through the free Zocdoc app. Visit zocdoc.com/acp to learn more.  Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now.  

Samsung Phone Extravaganza

On this week's episode of the Android Central podcast Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, and Nicholas Sutrich share their opinions on the current problems surrounding Wear OS, Microsoft's push to compete with ChatGPT, our AI-driven search future, the frustrations surrounding digital video game ownership, and so much more!  Links:  ChatGPT could help Google more than Microsoft, ironically | Android Central  I won't buy another digital PS5 game and you shouldn't either | Android Central  Wear OS 3 finally fixes the problems Android watches have had for years | Android Central  Apple search would be Google's 'get out of jail free' card | Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors: Rocket Money - Visit RocketMoney.com/ACP to learn more about managing your subscriptions.

Is AI actually intelligent?

On this week's episode of the Android Central podcast Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Nicholas Sutrich, and Andrew Myrick answer burning questions like "who are tablets actually for?" and "why don't more games get delayed?", share their thoughts on wireless charging, discuss the current state of foldable displays, breakdown the Nothing Phone 1, and so much more! Links:   Carriers ruined my ability to switch between phones, not Apple | Android Central  Tablets suck but the Fold 4 doesn't | Android Central  Poll: Should phone makers switch to eSIM-only phones? | Android Central  The Nothing Phone 1 grabs another Android 13 beta with tons of new features | Android Central Android Central Podcast Sponsors: Rocket Money - Visit RocketMoney.com/ACP to learn more about managing your subscriptions. Masterworks - Masterworks: Invest in contemporary art with Masterworks. Download the Masterworks app and tell them the Android Central Podcast sent you, and you'll receive priority access. *** “Net returns” refers to the annualized internal rate of return net of all fees and costs, calculated from the offering closing date to the sale date. IRR may not be indicative of Masterworks paintings not yet sold and past performance is not indicative of future results. See important Reg A disclosures: Masterworks.com/cdMasterworks’ offerings are filed with the SEC, view all past and current offerings here: https://www.sec.gov/cgi-bin/browse-edgarcompany=masterworks&match=&filenum=&State=&Country=&SIC=&myowner=exclude&action=getcompany ***  

To fold, or not to fold

  On this week's episode of the Android Central podcast Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Nicholas Sutrich, and Andrew Myrick discuss 2022's disappointing output for tech, how Android can potentially improve in 2023, the highlights from CES, the striking design of the OnePlus 11, and wireless charging improvements, and much more!     Links:       https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/2022-was-a-frustratingly-awful-year-for-tech      https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/wishlist-predictions-2023      https://www.androidcentral.com/accessories/smart-home/no-arlo-is-not-bricking-your-old-cameras      https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/oneplus-11-china-launch      https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/qi2-wireless-charging-standard      Android Central Podcast Sponsors:      Indeed: Hire better with Indeed. Visit indeed.com/acp to start hiring now.      Masterworks: Invest in contemporary art with Masterworks. Download the Masterworks app and tell them the Android Central Podcast sent you, and you'll receive priority access.      ZocDoc: Get trusted medical office through trusted doctors through the free Zocdoc app. Visit zocdoc.com/acp to learn more.      

Will Android Actually Improve in 2023?

On this week's episode of the Android Central podcast Shruti Shekar,  Jerry Hildenbrand, Nicholas Sutrich, and Chris Wedel discuss an array of high-profile security concerns involving popular camera apps, the problems surrounding some ad networks, Elon Musk's phone plan, the tragic death of a skunk, and so much more!  Links:   https://www.androidcentral.com/accessories/smart-home/security-researcher-says-eufy-has-a-big-security-problem  https://www.androidcentral.com/accessories/smart-home/never-ever-put-a-camera-inside-your-home  https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/privacy-firm-reveals-that-many-shopping-apps-give-ad-networks-access-to-your-phone  https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/500-million-whatsapp-numbers-being-sold-on-the-dark-web  https://www.androidcentral.com/accessories/smart-home/what-android-central-staff-bought-for-cyber-monday-2022  Android Central Sponsors:   Rocket Money: Visit RocketMoney.com/ACP to learn more about managing your subscriptions.

They're always watching

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast Shruti Shekar and Nicholas Sutrich host a special Qualcomm episode with Alex Katouzian, SVP and GM of mobile, compute, and XR. From mobile to VR, the Android Central team asks burning questions about the future of Qualcomm.  Android Central Sponsors ExpressVPN: Visit ExpressVPN.com/Android to get an extra three months with a one-year package. Rocket Money: Visit RocketMoney.com/ACP to learn more about managing your subscriptions.

A Hawaiian special

On this week's episode of the Android Central Podcast Shruti Shekar, Jerry Hildenbrand, Andrew Myrick, and Derrek Lee discuss the potential for VR to solve real-world problems, terrible in-game ads, issues with the iPad Pro, the Fossil Gen 6 Wellness Edition, the Amazon Fire TV Cube, and so much more! Links:   https://www.androidcentral.com/gaming/virtual-reality/nanome-meta-quest-pro  https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/i-told-google-about-an-app-with-the-most-disruptive-ads-ive-ever-seen-and-was-told-to-fix-it-myself  https://www.androidcentral.com/tablets/why-im-done-with-ipad  https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/mediatek-dimensity-9200-announced  https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/fossil-gen-6-wellness-edition-review  https://www.androidcentral.com/streaming-tv/amazon-fire-tv-cube-2022-review Android Central Sponsors Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid for a limited time. Terms and conditions apply.

Can VR solve our problems?

Smartwatches monitor your activity when you are on the go. VR can let you go almost anywhere while actually going nowhere. This week, we dive into Fitbit, Meta Quest Pro, and more. Links:   Apple exec confirms move to USB-C for future iPhone | Android Central  Google needs to figure out what to do with Fitbit and Google Fit | Android Central  When it comes to your health, don't place too much trust in your smartwatch | Android Central Fitbit Versa 4 review: Straying further from the path | Android Central  Meta Quest Pro review: The Oculus Quest grew up (and got a job) | Android Central  I played virtual D&D on a real table with the Quest Pro and it was amazing | Android Central  Sponsors  Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid for a limited time. Terms and conditions apply. 

It's All About Health

There's a LOT more to say about Pixel 7 and Pixel Watch now that we've had some more time with them. We also question whether or not Wear OS 3 has the potential to make the watch market more competitive. Finally, we examine life in the metaverse with Meta Quest Pro. Links:  Google Pixel 7 review: Let's face it, it's all about the cameras | Android Central  Google Pixel Watch review: It's finally here, and it's good | Android Central Fossil says Wear OS 3 update is coming very soon to Gen 6 smartwatches | Android Central  Google's Pixel Pass should have included the Pixel Watch and Pixel 7 | Android Central  Meta Quest Pro hands-on: The amazing VR headset that isn't made for you | Android Central  The next generation is already living in the metaverse | Android Central  Sponsors  Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid for a limited time. Terms and conditions apply. 

Pixel's Pass

This week, we cover everything announced at Google's recent Pixel event and chat about the demise of Stadia. Links:   Google's Pixel event 2022: The biggest announcements, from the Pixel 7 to Pixel Tablet | Android Central  Google Pixel 7 and 7 Pro Hands-on: The tock for last year's tick | Android Central  Pixel Watch hands-on and first impressions: Google is officially in the smartwatch game | Android Central  Why Google got away with such a boring Pixel Watch & Pixel 7 reveal | Android Central  The Pixel 7 series finally gets Face Unlock, but the feature is limited to just that | Android Central  The Pixel Tablet will become a major part of your Nest smart home | Android Central  Google will never recover from its Stadia debacle | Android Central  Forget Stadia, Google is getting back into VR in a way we didn't expect | Android Central  Sponsors  Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid for a limited time. Terms and conditions apply. ExpressVPN: If you really want to go incognito and protect your privacy, secure yourself with the #1 rated VPN. Visit expressvpn.com/android, and get three extra months for free. 

Google - alive and dead

This week, we examine the new Space Race and rural connectivity. We also talk about why Apple doesn't try to compete with Android OEM's when it comes to wearables, Pixel 7 leaks, the Pico 4 VR headset, and more. Links:   Apple doesn't try to compete with Android OEMs, and that's why it's far more successful | Android Central The new Space Race is all about your smartphone | Android Central  The T-Mobile and Starlink partnership has me hopeful for my rural connectivity issues | Android Central  New Pixel Watch teaser video showcases design and new watch faces | Android Central  Pixel 7 and 7 Pro prices leak, and we're pretty stoked | Android Central  The Pico 4 is better than the Oculus Quest 2, so why isn't it coming to the U.S.? | Android Central  Sponsors  Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid for a limited time. Terms and conditions apply. 

Space Lasers

This week, we look at Apple's recent product announcements through the lens of Android users. We talk about what they got right, what they got wrong, and why using an "old" chip isn't a big deal. Links:   Dynamic Island is what Android should have done with hole-punch cameras years ago | Android Central  iPhone 14 Pro's Dynamic Island might soon see its Android version on Xiaomi phones | Android Central  Is Apple waiting too long to make a foldable phone? | Android Central  Apple using an "old" chip in the iPhone is a good thing for everyone | Android Central  Google and Apple are paving the way with digital wallets, even if some places are slow to catch up | Android Central  PICO XR on Twitter: "The moment you’ve been waiting for is here! We can’t wait to show you what we have in store for you. Stay tuned on 22nd September 2022, 14:00 GMT+2 #PICO https://t.co/KYD03VTeTE" / Twitter  Sponsors  Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid for a limited time. Terms and conditions apply. 

Calling it now, it's gonna be iFold

We review the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro and check out three new Fitbit products. Lenovo has announced platform-agnostic AR glasses, Twitter has an edit button, and more. Links:   Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro review: Heavy is the watch that wears the crown | Android Central  Fitbit Versa 4 and Sense 2 arrive with more advanced health tracking and Google apps | Android Central The Fitbit Inspire 3 launches as a fun motivational tracker with a color display | Android Central  Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro review: Fantastically comfortable | Android Central  Lenovo’s platform-agnostic AR glasses will make a virtual display for almost any device | Android Central  Twitter is finally launching an edit button — but there's a big caveat | Android Central  Whistleblower calls out Twitter for spambots and mishandling user data | Android Central  Sponsors  ExpressVPN: If you really want to go incognito and protect your privacy, secure yourself with the #1 rated VPN. Visit expressvpn.com/android, and get three extra months for free. 

A Pro Move

We've got lots to catch up on in this episode. Tune in for our coverage of the camera system on Galaxy Z Fold 4, a new Motorola Edge, Samsung's deal with Meta, PSP games on Oculus Quest 2, and more. Links:   Samsung won't fool me a third time with the Galaxy Watch 5 | Android Central  Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 camera review: They really are better! | Android Central  Android 13 is now rolling out to Google Pixel phones | Android Central  Google clarifies confusing Android 12 update amid Android 13 rollout | Android Central  Motorola Edge (2022) hands-on: Lessons learned from past mistakes | Android Central  Someone is porting PSP games to the Oculus Quest 2 and they look amazing | Android Central  Samsung's new partnership with Meta is a deal with the devil | Android Central  Sponsors  Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid for a limited time. Terms and conditions apply. 

Your Data for a Tripod

It's a universe of unpacking! We check out the new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4, Z Flip 4, and Galaxy Watch 5. Google has also turned out the heat on Apple in their efforts to increase adoption of the RCS messaging standard. RCS is really cool, but not perfect. We explain the pros and cons. Links:   Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2022 live blog: Z Fold 4, Flip 4, Watch 5 are here and we have all the info | Android Central  Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 hands-on: Flippin' gorgeous | Android Central  Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 hands-on: The fun-size foldable | Android Central  Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 hands-on: Should you go Pro? | Android Central  Why I'm trading the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic for the Watch 5 Pro | Android Central  Here's what you can buy instead of Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 4, Watch 5 Pro, and Galaxy Buds 2 Pro | Android Central  Dear companies: Stop removing features people actually like | Android Central  Google pressures Apple to stop being stubborn and adopt RCS — and you can join in | Android Central  You have the right to be forgotten, but the internet really is forever | Android Central  Sponsors  ExpressVPN: If you really want to go incognito and protect your privacy, secure yourself with the #1 rated VPN. Visit expressvpn.com/android, and get three extra months for free. Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid for a limited time. Terms and conditions apply. 

Big Thumbs and Discount Keanu Reeves

The Pixel 6a is here! We review it on the show this week and talk about a price increase for Oculus Quest 2, Samsung's $200 credit, and more. Links:  Google Pixel 6a review: Look ma, a small phone! | Android Central  The Pixel 6a is further proof that you don't need expensive camera parts in your next phone | Android Central  Early Pixel 6a users report big security issue with the fingerprint sensor | Android Central  Meta increases price of the Oculus Quest 2 by $100 | Android Central  Meta Q2 revenue goes down as it raises Quest 2 prices, deals with VR lawsuit | Android Central  Samsung's $200 credit isn't enough to get some fans to reserve its next Galaxy devices | Android Central  The Galaxy Z Fold 4 could be the next exciting foldable, but our readers are pretty meh | Android Central  Sponsors  Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid for a limited time. Terms and conditions apply. 

An Expensive Quest

This week, we talk about Amazon's policy that provides access to Ring user data without a warrant. The gang also discuss the potential Galaxy S22 FE, a new Snapdragon chip for Wear OS devices, and more. Links:   Amazon giving Ring data to police without a warrant is inexcusable, but allowed per its own policies | Android Central  If Samsung launches a Galaxy S22 FE, it should do it sooner rather than later | Android Central  Rumors point to Samsung killing the Galaxy S22 FE in favor of the S22 Ultra | Android Central  I'm stupid excited for the future of Wear OS thanks to the new Snapdragon W5 Plus Gen 1 | Android Central  TikTok's warning labels won't ease parental concerns over the app — and they shouldn't | Android Central  Sponsors  Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid for a limited time. Terms and conditions apply. 

It's MON BLANC, not Mount Blanc

Nick's review of the Nothing phone (1) is on our site! The podcast crew interrogate him further and try to better understand the phone's role in the market. They also talk about Gen Z's affinity for TikTok and Instagram, new wearables rumors, and more. Links:   Nothing phone (1) hands-on: A basic phone that gets the basics right | Android Central  Nothing phone (1) needs more than a great design to succeed | Android Central  Nothing phone (1) appearance on the US store hints at a potential release? | Android Central  Google could lose Gen Z to TikTok and Instagram someday — here's why | Android Central  Galaxy Watch 5 and Buds 2 Pro appear in Samsung's Wearable App | Android Central  Sponsors  Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid for a limited time. Terms and conditions apply. 

TikTok nail salons

You probably don't need a new phone every year. But where's the fun in that? The gang weigh the benefits of frequent upgrades and talk about protecting yourself from scammers during the Prime Day frenzy. They also chat about the importance of OS updates, lifting of the Facebook account requirement for Oculus Quest 2 users, and more. Links:   You probably don't need to buy a new phone next year | Android Central  Scams and fraud ignorance won’t stop Prime Day shoppers | Android Central  WhatsApp is working on a new privacy feature it should have had years ago | Android Central  Android users actually do care about OS updates | Android Central  Meta finally kills the Oculus Quest 2 Facebook account requirement | Android Central 

Save your money, don't buy a new phone

This week, we cover AI sentience, midrange smartphones, our thoughts on Prime Day, and more. Links:   Can Google's LaMDA chatbot actually be sentient? | Android Central TCL Stylus 5G Review: Not the Note you're looking for | Android Central  Moto G Stylus 5G (2022) review: Finally, a Motorola phone I can recommend | Android Central  The Galaxy S22 FE might be canceled, signaling possible end of Fan Edition phones | Android Central  Prime Day dates confirmed: here's when the summer sale begins | Android Central  Sponsors:  Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid for a limited time. Terms and conditions apply. 

The Simplest AI

In the wake of Apple's WWDC 2022, we have many thoughts and questions as Android users. We also ponder what's going on in the AR space with Google, Apple, and others. Links:   10 things iOS 16 'stole' from Android | Android Central  AR isn't ready for the real world yet, and Apple's WWDC conference proved it | Android Central iPadOS 16 and Stage Manager aim to narrow the gap between the iPad and Samsung DeX on Galaxy Tablets | Android Central  Sponsors:  Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid for a limited time. Terms and conditions apply. 

The Mainframe Era of AR

Shruti Shekar and Nick Sutrich sit down with Carl Pei to discuss his journey from OnePlus to Nothing, creating meaningful products, and everything in between. Links:   Nothing phone (1) launch date officially confirmed — RSVP now for the big reveal | Android Central  Sponsors:  Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid for a limited time. Terms and conditions apply. 

In conversation with Nothing’s Carl Pei

Huawei and ZTE are banned in Canada. It's a move that's mostly political, and based moreso on their networking hardware than phones. The gang chime in on that, plus a preview of Nothing phone components, Pixel Watch, and more. Links:  Huawei and ZTE are now banned in Canada over cybersecurity concerns | Android Central  Nothing phone (1) preview highlights internal components, unified design | Android Central  Pixel Watch and Pixel 7 could make me ditch Apple for good | Android Central  The Pixel Watch sounds like a powerhouse despite its aging chipset | Android Central Wear OS 3 was absent at Google I/O 2022, but that’s just fine | Android Central Wear OS companion app opens up beta program, could be a sign of things to come | Android Central  Sponsors:  Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid for a limited time. Terms and conditions apply. Truebill: Don’t fall for subscription scams. Start cancelling today at truebill.com/acp. It could save you THOUSANDS a year. 

Google's chance at making more money

Shruti and Nick sit down with Qualcomm General Manager of Handsets, Chris Patrick, to discuss the chip manufacturer's latest announcements and talk about where the industry is headed. Then, Jerry and Alex join in to share their thoughts on how new processors will benefit the most important people—You! Links:   The new Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 pushes flagship Android smartphones to new heights | Android Central The Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 arrives to bring a new era of powerful mid-range Android phones | Android Central  Sponsors:  Manscaped: Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code ACP at Manscaped.com. 

The Beautiful Chaos of Android

Google I/O 2022 has come and gone, and we have SOOOO much to discuss. We chime in on all the software and hardware announcements. We end the episode by paying tribute to our friend and co-worker, Babu Mohan, who passed away unexpectedly earlier this year. He will be greatly missed as a member of the Android Central family. Links:  Google IO 2022 | Android Central  Google I/O 2022: Biggest announcements from the keynote | Android Central  The Google Wallet / Google Pay split is messy but might just work | Android Central  Google teases smart AR glasses that put Google Translate on your face | Android Central  Google makes it easier to remove search results about yourself and control your ads | Android Central  The Galaxy Watch 4 isn't getting Google Assistant just yet, but it's close | Android Central  After 10 years of Google’s messy hardware strategy, it looks like they finally got it right | Android Central Google I/O ignored the Pixel Fold, but don't lose hope | Android Central  Here's your first look at the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro, coming later this fall | Android Central  Google's Pixel Buds Pro are coming in July and bringing ANC with them | Android Central  The iPod is dead | TechCrunch  Samsung needs to bring back its iPod competitor | Android Central  Sponsors:  Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid for a limited time. Terms and conditions apply. 

Googley, Googles, Googler, Google I/O

We talk about our exclusive leaked images that seem to show Google's first smartwatch. Accident or intentionally left behind? The gang also offer their take on the Nothing Launcher, trouble at Netflix, and Nick's review of the OnePlus Nord N20 5G. Rounding things out, each of our hosts have $44 billion to spend. What do they buy with their hypothetical money? Links:   Google Pixel Watch: Exclusive leaked images seem to show Google's first smartwatch | Android Central  Poll: Would you buy the Pixel Watch if this were the final design? | Android Central  More images of the alleged Pixel Watch emerge, and it all comes together (almost) | Android Central  Google stays mum on Pixel Watch leak despite past track record of quashing rumors | Android Central  Nothing Launcher beta is out now to give you an early taste of Nothing OS | Android Central  Netflix's streaming woes are about more than password sharing | Android Central  Netflix is losing its appeal as many of our readers plan to leave or have already left | Android Central OnePlus Nord N20 5G review: Return of the OnePlus X | Android Central[  Here's what Elon Musk could've bought for $44 billion instead of Twitter | Android Central  Sponsors:  Truebill: Don’t fall for subscription scams. Start cancelling today at truebill.com/acp. It could save you THOUSANDS a year. Manscaped: Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code ACP at Manscaped.com. 

A Pixel Watch Mystery

This week, we talk about killing in VR, sideloading apps, Carl Pei, Galaxy Watch 4, and more. Links:   Oculus Quest Pro could get a Super Resolution upgrade with T-REx tech | Android Central  Every new Quest 2 game announced at Meta Games Showcase 2022 | Android Central  Tim Cook is right and wrong about sideloading | Android Central  The OnePlus 10 might ditch this iconic hardware feature | Android Central  No OnePlus 10 phone yet, but here's why it likely hasn't been announced | Android Central  I bought a Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 again — and I'm still not impressed | Android Central  More Galaxy Watch 4 owners are finally receiving these long-awaited health features | Android Central  Sponsors:  Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid through April 30. Terms and conditions apply. 

Is Carl Pei the Next Steve Jobs?

Rumor has it that the Samsung Galaxy S23 and S22 FE might use MediaTek chips for the first time. The team also discuss privacy and safety issues when it comes to smartphone photography and trackers like Apple AirTags. They also survey the current VR landscape, and more. Links:   The Samsung Galaxy S23 and S22 FE may use MediaTek chips for the first time | Android Central  Arun Maini on Twitter: "A smartphone feature I would love to see: Being able to tap a button and instantly snap a photo, without needing to open the camera app first. Even if you can't see exactly what you're capturing, you'll at least get SOMETHING, for all those moments that happen way too quickly!" / Twitter Samantha Cole on Twitter: "AirTags are being used across the country to stalk and harass women—by vindictive ex-boyfriends, fathers, husbands. We went through 150 police reports and found this disturbing pattern of abuse: https://t.co/lh1tQQ1BRD" / Twitter Moss: Book II review: The PSVR's last hurrah is as spectacular as its first | Android Central  GDC 2022 provided a glimpse into the future of PS VR2 games | Android Central REK proves the future of sports has no balls | Android Central  Among Us VR, Cities VR, and Espire 1 confirmed for Meta Quest Gaming Showcase | Android Central  Sponsors:   Keeper Security: Remove the Pain of Remembering Passwords. Securely store your passwords with Keeper and never worry about remembering them again. Start your free trial at  www.get-keeper.com. Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid through April 30. Terms and conditions apply. 

Exynos, more like ExyNOPE

The gang praise the OnePlus 10 Pro, especially as an alternative to Google and Samsung hardware. We also hear more about Nothing, Andrew's S22 Ultra frustrations, and more. Links:  OnePlus 10 Pro review: Back on the right path | Android Central  Michael Fisher on Twitter: "My practical take on the OnePlus 10 Pro: at $899 it's a solid choice for people who want a Google or Samsung alternative. ✅Attractive ✅Charges quickly ✅Lasts long ✅150° camera is cool ❌Cameras could be better on the whole ❌Software is weird ❌No ATT 5g ❌8/128 only (USA) https://t.co/ypcKzfmhFI" / Twitter  Why I canceled my Galaxy S22 Ultra preorder | Android Central  EXCLUSIVE-U.S. probe of Google Maps picks up speed -sources | Reuters  Justice Department probe into Google Maps dominance gains traction | Android Central  Nothing on Twitter: "Say hello to just Another (1). You’ve seen a phone just like this before. Experience edge-to-edge monotony. It’s inspiringly uninspired. Utterly unoriginal. And exactly the same as everything else. Coming to bore you soon. https://t.co/pLWW07l8G7 https://t.co/2FHHI5ELr1" / Twitter  Sponsors:   Keeper Security: Remove the Pain of Remembering Passwords. Securely store your passwords with Keeper and never worry about remembering them again. Start your free trial at  www.get-keeper.com. 

The S22 Ultra Saga

This week, we take on Samsung's Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra, Google's data collection practices, and why Galaxy Watch 4 was a flop. We also speculate about Nothing as their first Android smartphone is set to arrive this summer.   Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra review: Undoubtedly overpowered | Android Central  Nothing's first Android smartphone will arrive this summer | Android Central  Google was quietly collecting your Messages and Phone app data | Android Central  Poll: What brand is your current Android smartphone? | Android Central  Despite its commercial success, the Galaxy Watch 4 was a flop after all | Android Central 

Google is watching you...

Nick and Shruti are joined this week by Chris Wedel and Derrek Lee to talk about Galaxy S22 throttling, the validity of benchmarks, Apple's M1 compared to other processors, and more. Links:   The iPad Air with M1 silicon proves Samsung has a mid-range tablet problem | Android Central  Samsung starts rolling out a fix for the Galaxy S22's throttling issue | Android Central Pixel March 2022 feature drop is live with updates for Snapchat, At a Glance, and more | Android Central  Sponsors:  Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid through March 31. Terms and conditions apply. 

Benchmarks Suck

This week, we examine Ukraine's role in the tech industry and how Big Tech is responding to Russia's invasion of the country. We also talk about Qualcomm partnering with ByteDance in the VR space. The Nothing phone could be coming in April, Pixel Watch vs. Galaxy Watch 4, and more. Links:   Ukraine has helped the tech industry, but Big Tech hasn't helped Ukraine | Android Central  Big tech’s response to Russia likely to set precedent, experts say - The Globe and Mail Qualcomm and ByteDance prove time is TikToking away for the Oculus Quest | Android Central  Samsung grabbed 96% of the global foldable smartphone market in Q4 2021 | Android Central  Carl Pei’s Nothing phone could launch as soon as April | Android Central  Pixel Watch leak suggests it could outmatch the Galaxy Watch 4 in one key area | Android Central  Sponsors:  Manscaped: Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code ACP at Manscaped.com. 

BIG CHANGES

Jerry, Michael, and Nick are joined by Tom Meyer as they hold a wake for the not-dead-but-not-very-lively Google Stadia. They also check in on some different VR tech, the value of the new Motorola Edge+, and more. Links:  Stadia: Everything you need to know about Google's cloud gaming service | Android Central  Stadia Games and Entertainment shutting down, changing focus to partnering with third-party teams | Android Central Stadia year in review 2021: Lives to see 2022, but limps into the future | Android Central Google Project Iris is a new AR/VR headset powered by the cloud | Android Central  Google reportedly in talks with Peloton, Bungie, and more over Stadia tech under new brand called 'Google Stream' | Android Central  PS VR2 (PS5 VR) official headset design revealed | Android Central The new Motorola Edge+ (2022) comes for the Galaxy S22 Ultra with its own stylus | Android Central Tom Meyer (@tomeyerz) / Twitter  Sponsors:  Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid through March 31. Terms and conditions apply. Truebill: Don’t fall for subscription scams. Start cancelling today at Truebill.com/acp. 

The Empty Stadia

Shruti Shekar and Michael Hicks have entered the chat! Please welcome them into the fold along with Nick Sutrich and Jerry Hildenbrand. This week, we offer up a podcast review of the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus and Ultra models. Links:  Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus review: Avoiding the Ultra Note trap | Android Central Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra review: Reintroducing the Galaxy Note | Android Central Shruti Shekar (@shruti_shekar) / Twitter Nicholas Sutrich (@Gwanatu) / Twitter Michael Hicks (@MichaelLHicks) / Twitter Jerry Hildenbrand (@gbhil) / Twitter  Sponsors:  Manscaped: Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code ACP at Manscaped.com. Shopify: Supercharge your knowledge, your sales and your success. Grow your business with Shopify today - go to Shopify.com/acp. 

Blurry Kids

This week, we deliver a special edition of the show as Jerry, Nick, Ara, and Michael Fisher share their thoughts on everything released at Samsung's latest Galaxy Unpacked event. Links:  Samsung Galaxy S22 hands-on: Smaller, flatter, and very Note-worthy | Android Central The Galaxy S22 and S22 Plus are official with an eco-conscious design, better cameras | Android Central Samsung's new Galaxy S22 Ultra takes a Note from the past to bring the S series into the future | Android Central  Samsung Galaxy S22 gets more guaranteed Android updates than Google's Pixel 6 | Android Central  Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 series is here with an Ultra model to take on the iPad Pro | Android Central  Why the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra's notch isn't a big deal | Android Central  Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 gets a big update, but Google Assistant is still months away | Android Central  Sponsors:  Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid through March 31. Terms and conditions apply. 

Make a Note of it

Smartphone season is nearly upon us, which means we have a metric boatload of leaks and rumors to share. Tune in and learn what's coming this year along with other news for Google and Android fans. Links:   Lenovo, Sony will skip in-person MWC 2022 while other Android brands commit to stay | Android Central  Qualcomm's SoundHound partnership keeps your voice searches off the cloud | Android Central  Huawei P50 Pro and P50 Pocket launch globally with insane cameras | Android Central  Massive Samsung Galaxy S22 specs leak leaves nothing to the imagination | Android Central  Samsung confirms Galaxy Unpacked date and time for Galaxy S22 reveal | Android Central  Leaked Galaxy S22 renders show off the different colors, models, and angles | Android Central  Samsung's Galaxy Home Mini successor could be right around the corner | Android Central  The PS VR2 display will be more than twice as pixel-dense as the Quest 2 | Android Central OnePlus Nord 2T leak reveals a Dimensity 1300 chipset and 80W fast charging | Android Central  The original Microsoft Surface Duo finally receives the Android 11 update | Android Central  Google Pixel 6a could launch earlier this year alongside the Pixel Watch | Android Central  Google may be preparing to launch affordable 'Chromecast HD with Google TV' | Android Central  You can now tell Google Assistant to shut up on Nest devices in a snap | Android Central  Can Topics finally be the thing that kills third-party cookies? | Android Central  Olympians, and burner phones, and online safety — oh my! | Android Central  Sponsors:  Surfshark: All you need in a VPN — and more. Go to Surfshark.deals/ACP and use code ACP to get 83% off plus 3 extra months for free when you sign up! Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid through March 31. Terms and conditions apply. 

Please Don't Call it "Pro"

The January 2022 update is available now for Pixel 6 phones. It brings some quality of life improvements for their users. But the the news isn't so good for NVIDIA Shield TV after an Android 11 update. However, NVIDIA says fixes for Plex, Kodi, and more are on the way. The crew also dig into a lot of other news, such as why Airlines have such a bee in their bonnet about 5G, YouTube Premium discounts, scaling back on original content, and lousy trade-in values from Apple for Android phones. Links:   How does 5G pose a threat to the airline industry? | Android Central  AT&T and Verizon 5G upgrades delayed as airlines warn of 'major disruption' | Android Central  AT&T and Dish outspend T-Mobile in mid-band 5G spectrum auction, Verizon sits this one out | Android Central  January 2022 update for Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro is finally available | Android Central  NVIDIA promises fixes for broken Plex, Kodi, and more on NVIDIA Shield TV after Android 11 update | Android Central  Google Pay may add crypto cards to attract its 'Next Billion Users' | Android Central  YouTube Premium gets a nice discount with new annual subscription plan | Android Central  YouTube scales back original content following executive departure | Android Central Google Project Iris is a new AR/VR headset powered by the cloud | Android Central  Google, Apple warn of 'harmful consequences' from proposed Senate bills | Android Central Apple lowers the trade-in value for some of the best Android phones | Android Central Logitech Pen review: The best Chromebook stylus ever | Android Central  3 reasons you should buy a Chromebook tablet instead of Android | Android Central  Sponsors:  Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid through March 31. Terms and conditions apply. Surfshark: All you need in a VPN — and more. Go to Surfshark.deals/ACP and use code ACP to get 83% off plus 3 extra months for free when you sign up! Manscaped: Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code ACP at Manscaped.com. 

Press, Press, Smash

This week, Ara, Nick, Jeramy, and Chris Wedel survey the smartwatch landscape and offer suggestions on the best ones for fitness. They also talk about Samsung's blown Exynos 2200 launch schedule, Spotify's blown lossless streaming, and how a judge has dealt a blow to Meta regarding an FTC lawsuit. Links:   Samsung misses its initial Exynos 2200 launch schedule — here's why | Android Central  Spotify delays its long-awaited feature for premium users indefinitely | Android Central  Judge deals a blow to Meta, allows FTC antitrust lawsuit to move forward | Android Central  Google Nest speakers are losing this handy feature due to Sonos ruling | Android Central  Population: One developers roll out the fix to the communications issue | Android Central  New Android 13 features could make your lock screen more useful | Android Central  Future Wear OS smartwatches will finally cater to the lefties of the world | Android Central  Here's what Google and Fitbit need to do to keep pace with Samsung and Apple in the wearables space | Android Central  What fitness tech and apps do the Android Central staff actually use? | Android Central  How I'm using fitness tech to train for my marathon | Android Central  Fitness trackers keep ditching buttons for touchscreens, and it's terrible | Android Central  Sponsors:  Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid through March 31. Terms and conditions apply. Surfshark: All you need in a VPN — and more. Go to Surfshark.deals/ACP and use code ACP to get 83% off plus 3 extra months for free when you sign up! 

A Smart Ass Scale

We're back! Ara, Nick, and Jeramy check out the first two new phones of 2022: Samsung's Galaxy S21 FE, and the OnePlus 10 Pro. There's also a ton of smartwatch news to explore from CES 2022, plus Chromebook and VR goodness. Links:  Samsung Galaxy S21 FE review: Better phone, worse price | Android Central  Samsung's new Home Hub wants to be the ultimate smart home controller | Android Central  Samsung's foldable concepts show how it could evolve beyond the Galaxy Z Fold 3 | Android Central  OnePlus 10 Pro is already shaping up to be one of the best phones of the 2022 | Android Central OnePlus reveals more details on the OnePlus 10 Pro's second-gen Hasselblad camera system | Android Central Razer gets its own limited-edition Fossil Gen 6 smartwatch for gamers | Android Central  Garmin Vivomove Sport debuts with a 'hidden' display and an affordable price tag | Android Central You'll soon be able to use your Wear OS watch to unlock your Android phone or Chromebook | Android Central  CES 2022's Chromebooks kick off a bright new trend | Android Central ASUS stuns CES 2022 with a 16-inch ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 | Android Central  Qualcomm and Microsoft are working together on new chips for the metaverse | Android Central  Oculus Quest Pro and Quest 3 release dates and new display tech leaked | Android Central PS5 VR (PSVR 2): Release date, price, and everything we know so far | Android Central  Chromecast volume controls return on Android 12 — but there's a catch | Android Central  Google products face import ban following Sonos patent infringement ruling | Android Central  Sponsors:  Shopify: Supercharge your knowledge, your sales and your success. Grow your business with Shopify today - go to Shopify.com/acp. Surfshark: All you need in a VPN — and more. Go to Surfshark.deals/ACP and use code ACP to get 83% off plus 3 extra months for free when you sign up! 

The Scrolls of Alexandria

Harish, Nick, Jerry, and Ara check in on the announcements from the Qualcomm Snapdragon Summit. Pixel Watch inches closer to reality, and OPPO is sent to release their first foldable phone. The gang also investigate a week's worth of outages and bugs, including AWS downtime and the inability to dial emergency services. Links:   Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 mobile platform ushers in a new generation for Qualcomm | Android Central  Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 is coming to these phones in 2022 | Android Central  Qualcomm takes the fight to Intel with new 5nm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3 ARM chip | Android Central  Qualcomm teams up with Razer for the next evolution of mobile gaming | Android Central  This could be our first look at official Google Pixel Watch images | Android Central  Google's Pixel Watch looks like the Moto 360 successor I've been waiting for | Android Central  OPPO's first foldable phone goes after Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 3 | Android Central Samsung's late Galaxy S21 FE launch could actually be a good thing | Android Central  The AWS outage that took down Ring, Alexa, and Disney+ is finally over | Android Central  This unbelievable bug is keeping Android phones from calling 911 | Android Central  First Android 12L beta is here with better user experience and bug fixes | Android Central  Samsung could halt the stable One UI 4 rollout for its foldable phones | Android Central  Chromecast with Google TV update fixes some of its worst lingering issues | Android Central  The Chromecast with Google TV has a fatal flaw — but it's still my favorite | Android Central  Sponsors:   Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid through December 31. Terms and conditions apply.   Codecademy: Join the millions of people learning to code with Codecademy and see where coding can take you. Get 15% off your Codecademy Pro membership when you go to Codecademy.com and use promo code ANDROID.  

Serious Fixing To Do

Nick and Jerry spend the episode chatting with fellow Android Central-ites Chris Wedel and Andrew Myrick. Chris shares his unpleasant experience with the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, plus the gang discuss Motorola's rise to number three smartphone vendor in the U.S. And that's just the tip of the iceberg of everything they cover — check it out! Links:  Chris Wedel (@chris_wedel) / Twitter Andrew Myrick (@andymyrick) / Twitter  Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro are infectious in all the wrong ways | Android Central  How Motorola became number 3 against all odds | Android Central  Samsung publishes official One UI 4 (Android 12) update schedule in the US | Android Central  Foldables may be the future but Samsung is betting big on regular phones in 2022 | Android Central  Qualcomm hints at a strong Snapdragon presence in the Galaxy S22 series | Android Central  The Pixel 6 Pro falls short on 5G speeds when compared to the Galaxy S21 | Android Central  The Pixel 6 mid-November patch could finally fix the fingerprint scanner | Android Central  Google confirms the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro don't actually charge at 30W | Android Central  New Google Camera update brings some Pixel 6 features to its predecessors | Android Central  Samsung is bringing some of Galaxy Watch 4's best features to older Galaxy watches | Android Central  Apple does the bare minimum to get in front of right to repair laws and the internet loves it | Android Central History repeats itself as Meta accused of stealing tech for new VR gloves | Android Central  You can now pick up a pair of Nreal Light AR glasses at Verizon stores | Android Central  Sponsors:   Shopify: Supercharge your knowledge, your sales and your success. Grow your business with Shopify today - go to Shopify.com/acp.   Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid through December 31. Terms and conditions apply.  

Infectious Audio

Android Central alumni Russell Holly and Daniel Bader join Ara, Jerry, and Michael Fisher for an epic gab session! They chat about Google's Pixel 6 messaging, Meta and the changing shape of the open web, and some of their favorite new tech in 2021. Links:  The Pixel 6 is facing a lot of criticism, but that's good for Google | Android Central  Meta acquires popular VR exercise app Supernatural, a sign of things to come | Android Central  Sponsors:  Codecademy: Join the millions of people learning to code with Codecademy and see where coding can take you. Get 15% off your Codecademy Pro membership when you go to Codecademy.com and use promo code ANDROID. 

The Power of Good Enough

Facebook has changed their corporate name to 'Meta', and we have thoughts! The gang chat about this and its impact on Oculus.They also check out some Samsung rumors, One UI 4 beta, and some lingering issues with Pixel 6. Links:  Facebook changes company name, is now called 'Meta' | Android Central  Is a Meta rebrand enough to heal the toxicity of the Oculus name? | Android Central Facebook's Meta rebranding could start a trademark battle with a PC company | Android Central  Oculus Quest to become Meta Quest, drop Facebook login requirement in 2022 | Android Central  Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas is coming to Oculus Quest 2 | Android Central  Meta acquires popular VR exercise app Supernatural, a sign of things to come | Android Central  Beat Saber surpasses $100 million in revenue on the Oculus Quest platform | Android Central  Meta says it's shutting down the Facebook facial recognition system | Android Central Privacy in the new Metaverse | Android Central  Leaked Galaxy S21 FE backplate shows a familiar design, with one exception | Android Central  Samsung Galaxy S22 ready for early 2022 launch, reportedly in mass production | Android Central  One UI 4 (Android 12) beta arrives for U.S. Galaxy Z Fold 3, Flip 3 models | Android Central Samsung Internet is finally getting one of Google Chrome's most useful features | Android Central  Google to fix Pixel 6 'residual light' flickering issue with December update | Android Central  Google Pixel 6 loses its smooth display when this Telegram feature is turned on | Android Central  Google Pixel 6 Pro stock is running low following its release | Android Central  Google is reportedly already working on a new Tensor chip for the Pixel 6 successor | Android Central  Generator giant Generac acquires smart thermostat maker Ecobee for $770 milllion | Android Central  NVIDIA's $40 billion Arm acquisition set back yet again by EU regulators | Android Central  Sponsors:   Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid through December 31. Terms and conditions apply.   Mint Mobile: Switch to Mint Mobile and get premium wireless service, starting at JUST $15 bucks a month at mintmobile.com/acp!  

Facebook in the Metaverse of Madness

Ara, Nick, and Jerry each have a Pixel 6 to pinky prop in their hot little hands. Tune in as they share what they love about the phone, and what could potentially be improved. Links:  Google Pixel 6 review: The best Android phone under $600 — if you can get it | Android Central Best Google Pixel 6 cases 2021 | Android Central  Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro hands-on: Prettiest Pixel perfection | Android Central  6 reasons to buy a Google Pixel 6 instead of settling for the Pixel 5a | Android Central Google Pixel 6 Pro review: The best $900 phone you'll find anywhere | Android Central Update your Pixel 6 as soon as you receive it 'to get all the features' | Android Central  Sponsors:  Shopify: Supercharge your knowledge, your sales and your success. Grow your business with Shopify today - go to Shopify.com/acp. Manscaped: Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code ACP at Manscaped.com. Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid through December 31. Terms and conditions apply. 

Cream of Wheat

In addition to looking ahead at what's certain to be a massive week of tech news, Ara, Alex, and Nick, discuss OPPO's ColorOS 12, a new Pixel Stand, 'Pixel Pass' rumors, new Acer Chromebooks, and more. Links:  OPPO ColorOS 12 (Android 12) hands-on: Everything you need, nothing you don't | Android Central  New Pixel Stand gets double the speed for the same wince-worthy price | Android Central  Google Pixel 6 | Android Central  Google may soon launch an Apple One-like 'Pixel Pass' subscription bundle | Android Central  Acer Chromebook Spin 514 (2H) review: Faster, better, and much pricier | Android Central Acer unveils new Chromebooks with military-grade durability, Wi-Fi 6 support | Android Central  HTC announces new Vive Flow portable VR smart glasses coming in November | Android Central  Sponsors:   Bookmark.com: Spend time running your business, not your website. Get 15% off your first purchase at bookmark.com/acp.   Codecademy: Join the millions of people learning to code with Codecademy and see where coding can take you. Get 15% off your Codecademy Pro membership when you go to Codecademy.com and use promo code ANDROID.  

ColorOS in a Scooby Doo mask

Android 12 is out of beta and will hopefully be rolling out to Pixel phones soon. Nick, Jerry, and Ara dig into that along with the second beta Samsung One UI 4. They also talk about what to expect during the Pixel 6 launch event, Facebook's massive outage, and more. Links:  Android 12: Everything you need to know | Android Central Android 12 finally out of beta, rolls out soon for Google Pixel smartphones | Android Central  Samsung Galaxy S21 series gets its second One UI 4 (Android 12) beta | Android Central With OxygenOS 12, OnePlus loses what little identity it had left | Android Central The Google Pixel 6 series launch date has finally been revealed | Android Central  Facebook apologizes, explains the cause of its massive outage | Android Central  'Oculess' tool unlinks Oculus Quest 2 from Facebook account | Android Central  Sponsors:   Hello Fresh: With HelloFresh, you get fresh, pre-measured ingredients and mouthwatering seasonal recipes delivered right to your door. Go to HelloFresh.com/acp14 and use code acp14 for 14 free meals, including free shipping!   Mint Mobile: Switch to Mint Mobile and get premium wireless service, starting at JUST $15 bucks a month at mintmobile.com/acp!   Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid through September 30. Terms and conditions apply.  

Vodka, Coke, and Purge

Our own Jeramy Johnson joins Ara, Nick, and Jerry for an avalanche of Amazon product announcements. The crew also check out the latest news on Pixel 6, YouTube's ban on vaccine misinformation, and more. Links:  Scare-amy Johnson 🎃 (@jeramyutgw) / Twitter  Amazon Event 2021: Everything announced including Astro, Echo Show 15, and Ring's drone camera | Android Central The new Amazon Echo Show 15 wants to be the ultimate digital photo frame | Android Central  Want to try Amazon's new drone camera? You need to sign up right now | Android Central  Ring goes after Google with new line of home security devices and services | Android Central  Blink launches $50 video doorbell with two-year battery life, new outdoor accessories | Android Central Amazon projects the new Glow will be perfect for kids and long-distance loved ones | Android Central  New Amazon Halo View fitness tracker adds AMOLED screen, ditches the creepy mic | Android Central Amazon Astro is a $1,000 robot dog on wheels that you can preorder now | Android Central  Android 12.1 looks like a much-needed upgrade ahead of rumored Pixel Fold | Android Central The Pixel 6 isn't even out yet and Google is already offering discounts | Android Central  The Pixel 6 looks to finally debut Google Camera's most anticipated feature | Android Central  Google is bringing some of the best Pixel features to more Android phones | Android Central  Managing harmful vaccine content on YouTube  Facebook is pressing pause on its 'Instagram Kids' project | Android Central  Samsung is reportedly considering canceling the Galaxy S21 FE | Android Central 

Shower Time with Amazon

EU legislators are giving Apple some serious side-eye as they propose the standardization of USB-C charging for all phones. But would the law even make sense? Your Android Central pals also talk about upcoming new Android features, Pixel 6 leaks, the Surface Duo 2 announcement, and more. Be sure you listen all the way to the end of the episode this week! Links:   The EU wants to make USB-C charging mandatory for all phones, including iPhones | Android Central What’s new on Android  New Android features coming this season  Upgrade your drive with Google as your copilot  The Microsoft Surface Duo 2 is the best foldable you're not going to buy | Android Central  Indian antitrust regulators accuse Google of abusing Android's dominance | Android Central  Google's second Galaxy Z Fold 3 contender could launch with Android 12.1 | Android Central  The Pixel 6 Pro looks stunning in what may be its first hands-on video | Android Central  Next-gen Mobvoi TicWatch Pro smartwatch shown off in first major leak | Android Central  OnePlus, even joined with OPPO, will struggle to compete with Samsung: experts | Android Central Unplugged hands-on preview: Guitar Hero for the hand tracking era | Android Central  Should you play The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners Aftershocks update? | Android Central Google updates apps for iOS 15 with new widgets and better integration | Android Central  Sponsors:  Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid through September 30. Terms and conditions apply. 

One Phone for the Size of Two

Lisa Gade of MobileTechReview is our special guest this week! She hangs out with Jerry, Daniel, and Ara to discuss the Epic court ruling and check out Apple's recent announcements in relation to what they mean for Android users. Plus, the gang offer early impressions of Samsung's One UI 4 Beta, Pixel 6, and more. Links:  MobileTechReview - YouTube Lisa Gade (@lisagade) / Twitter  Epic Games pays Apple $6 million as result of Epic v. Apple lawsuit | iMore  Fortnite fans furious as Epic Games vows to fight on against Apple | iMore  As expected, Epic Games has appealed a court ruling in its spat with Apple | iMore iPhone 13 (2021): Release date, price, features, and more | iMore iPhone 13 delivers big 5G disappointment | iMore  After four years, the notch on the iPhone is finally getting smaller | iMore Apple Watch Series 7: Release date, price, features, and more | iMore iPhone 13 event utterly bamboozles leakers | iMore  Apple begins selling USB-C charging cable designed for Apple Watch Series 7 | iMore  Ousted developer furious over new Apple Watch Series 7 feature | iMore iPad mini 6 (2021): Release date, price, features, and more | iMore  The new iPad Mini seems great even if you love Android | Android Central  Here's everything Samsung added to One UI 4.0 based on Android 12 | Android Central  Sponsors:  Hello Fresh: With HelloFresh, you get fresh, pre-measured ingredients and mouthwatering seasonal recipes delivered right to your door. Go to HelloFresh.com/acp14 and use code acp14 for 14 free meals, including free shipping! 

What You REALLY Want is a Blackberry

Nick, Ara, Michael Fisher, and Daniel ponder the Ray-Ban Stories, a collaboration with Facebook that includes cameras in a form barely different from a regular pair of Ray-Ban Wayfarer frames. Ara reports on the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 detachable, and the Fossil Get 6 is the first Wear OS smartwatch with Qualcomm's Snapdragon Wear 4100+. Michael tells the tale of TCL's canceled "Chicago" foldable, Android 12 hits beta 5 but is still buggy as hell, and more. Links:   Ray-Ban Stories review: Facebook on your face | Android Central  The Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 is the first Chrome detachable you'll actually want to type on | Android Central  Last year's Lenovo Chromebook Duet whet my appetite for the new Duet 5 | Android Central  Fossil Gen 6 is the first Wear OS smartwatch with Qualcomm's Snapdragon Wear 4100+ | Android Central The Foldable That Wasn't: TCL's Canceled "Chicago" Flip [Into The Fold Episode 9] - YouTube  Samsung is preparing a 576MP camera sensor, but you'll have to wait a while | Android Central Android 12 beta 5 hands-on: So close, yet so far | Android Central Final Android 12 Beta rolls out ahead of full release 'in the weeks ahead' | Android Central  The Galaxy Z Fold 3 has amazing hardware, but its software feels unfinished | Android Central  Batman: Wayne Family Adventures | WEBTOON  Sponsors:   Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid through September 30. Terms and conditions apply.   Codecademy: Join the millions of people learning to code with Codecademy and see where coding can take you. Get 15% off your Codecademy Pro membership when you go to Codecademy.com and use promo code ANDROID.  

The DOS prompt of smartwatches

Marton Barcza of TechAltar and crrowd joins Daniel and Nick for a conversation about the proliferation of earbuds and Qualcomm's announcement of a lossless Bluetooth audio codec. The trio also cover some wearables news, speculation about Microsoft's upcoming Surface event, a new camera sensor from Samsung, and Google is rumored to be developing custom ARM silicon to be used in Chromebooks starting in 2023. Finally, China is limiting online gameplay for children, and Apple will be making some changes to App Store policies as a result of an investigation by the Japan Fair Trade Commission. Links:  TechAltar (@TechAltar) / Twitter  Jabra's new $200 wireless earbuds use bone conduction for better-than-AirPods call quality | Android Central  Qualcomm is about to give your next wireless earbuds a CD quality boost with aptX Lossless | Android Central Why everybody is making earbuds - YouTube  Fossil unveils the first Wear OS smartwatch with Qualcomm's Snapdragon Wear 4100+ | Android Central Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 5100: Neuer Quadcore für Wear OS-Uhren - WinFuture.de  Microsoft announces September Surface event, may unveil Surface Duo 2 | Android Central  Samsung Galaxy S21 FE may take its sweet time arriving with late October launch | Android Central  Samsung unveils a crazy new 200MP camera sensor for smartphones | Android Central  Google is reportedly working on custom ARM-based chips for Chromebooks | Android Central  China Tightens Limits for Young Gamers and Bans School Night Play - The New York Times  Japan Fair Trade Commission closes App Store investigation - Apple 

Shaky Foundations

The AC team check out the boot loop and other bug fixes found within Android 12 Beta 4.1 and go hands on with the new Motorola Edge. Nick continues his exploration of the Z Flip 3, Dan reviews the OnePlus Buds Pro, Google teams up with the United States government for purely altruistic reasons, and more! Links:   Android 12 Beta 4.1 fixes boot loop issue, VPN connectivity, and much more | Android Central Motorola Edge (2021) hands on: Potential pinch hitter for the Pixel 5a | Android Central Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 review: Peak foldable chic | Android Central OnePlus Buds Pro review: Floating on AirPods | Android Central  The new Fitbit Charge 5 tracker has a killer display and smartwatch features for $180 | Android Central  YouTube Music finally comes to Wear OS in a way that'll likely tick you off | Android Central  Google unveils a $10 billion initiative to fix US cybersecurity | Android Central  Sponsors:   Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid through September 30. Terms and conditions apply.   Hover: Make a name for yourself with Hover. Grab a domain name at hover.com/acp and get a 10% discount with our referral link on all new purchases.  

Lex Luthor and the Justice League

This week, we review the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Pixel 5a. Plus, Motorola Edge (2021) offers impressive specs and a promise of software updates at a reasonable price. The team also talk about T-Mobile's data breach, Pixel 6 charging capability, and lots more. Links:  Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 review: Peak foldable chic | Android Central Google Pixel 5a review: Better battery, better price, same great phone | Android Central  Motorola Edge (2021) debuts in the US with a 144Hz display, 108MP camera | Android Central  Samsung is finally fixing one of the worst things about One UI | Android Central The Google Pixel 6 reportedly won't ship with a charging adapter | Android Central  Google's Pixel 6 will reportedly charge 'much faster' than the Pixel 5 | Android Central  T-Mobile hit with another security breach, leaving more than 40 million exposed | Android Central  CES 2022 will require proof of vaccination amid COVID-19 resurgence | Android Central  Leaked Fitbit Charge 5 renders show a color screen, Luxe-inspired design | Android Central  Androids: The Team That Built the Android Operating System  Sponsors:   Codecademy: Join the millions of people learning to code with Codecademy and see where coding can take you. Get 15% off your Codecademy Pro membership when you go to Codecademy.com and use promo code ANDROID.   Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid through September 30. Terms and conditions apply.  

Simplicity Factor

After months of leaks and rumors, Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3 are here along with Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 4 Classic. Michael Fisher hangs with Nick, Ara, and Daniel to share their impressions of Samsung's latest gadgets. Links:   Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 & Z Flip 3 hands-on: Writing a new page of foldable history | Android Central  Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 & Watch 4 Classic hands-on: Fresh start | Android Central Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 review: The new default | Android Central  The Galaxy Watch 4's best new features only work with Samsung Galaxy phones | Android Central  Sponsors:   Hover: Make a name for yourself with Hover. Grab a domain name at hover.com/acp and get a 10% discount with our referral link on all new purchases.   Hello Fresh: With HelloFresh, you get fresh, pre-measured ingredients and mouthwatering seasonal recipes delivered right to your door. Go to HelloFresh.com/14acp and use code 14acp for 14 free meals, including free shipping!   NordVPN: Head to nordvpn.com/acp or use code ACP to get a 2-year plan plus a bonus gift with a huge discount!  

The Great Democratization

Pixel 6 has been announced and will be available this Fall. We don't know all the details just yet, but we go deep on what we do know — including the Google Tensor SoC and some very cool color options. Nick, Daniel, Jerry, and Ara also cover some Nest product announcements and a cargo ship full of rumors about upcoming Samsung devices. Links:   The Pixel 6 feels like the first real, premium Google phone | Android Central Google Tensor SoC: Everything you need to know | Android Central It's official: Google Tensor is the company's new chip and it debuts on the Pixel 6 | Android Central  The Pixel 6's colors are a clear nod to Google's past, present, and future | Android Central  Which color Google Pixel 6 or 6 Pro do you want most? | Android Central  The Google Pixel 6 could launch in even fewer countries than the Pixel 5 | Android Central  The Galaxy Watch 4 may let you choose between Google Assistant or Bixby | Android Central  Galaxy Watch 4 battery life could blow every other Wear OS watch out of the water | Android Central  Leaked Galaxy Buds 2 specs show plenty of similarities with the Galaxy Buds Pro | Android Central  Another leak claims Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 3 & Z Flip 3 will be water-resistant | Android Central  Samsung wants you to go portable with its Galaxy Z Flip 3 cases | Android Central  T-Mobile to shut down Sprint 3G network January 2022, LTE following in June | Android Central  ClassDojo - Apps on Google Play  Sponsors:   NordVPN: Head to nordvpn.com/acp or use code ACP to get a 2-year plan plus a bonus gift with a huge discount!   Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid through September 30. Terms and conditions apply.  

The Mountain to Climb

Our review is in for the Nothing ear (1) $99 Bluetooth earbuds! Intel and Qualcomm have formed a partnership that has Intel building chips for its quasi-competitor. Additionally, MediaTek is coming on strong with the Kompanio 1300T chip for tablets and Chromebooks, Surface Duo 2 alleged leaks show a big ass camera hump, a new S Pen for Galaxy Z Fold 3, and tons more. Links:  Nothing ear (1) review: Unique design, phenomenal sound | Android Central Intel to build chips for Qualcomm as it fights to regain its lead | Android Central  MediaTek Kompanio 1300T chip is coming soon to an Android tablet near you | Android Central  Supposed Microsoft Surface Duo 2 prototype images show big changes are coming | Android Central  Samsung confirms new S Pen for Galaxy Z Fold 3 and other 'foldable surprises' | Android Central  New Galaxy Watch 4 leak shows off Samsung's Wear OS-based One UI skin | Android Central  Here's when Samsung will launch its Android 12-based One UI 4.0 beta program | Android Central  Android 12 isn't even out and we might already know the codename for Android 13 | Android Central  Android 12 beta 3.1 update fixes the biggest problems plaguing users | Android Central Oculus Quest 2 sales halted as we await a new model | Android Central YouTube continues to drive Google's revenue with impressive Q2 earnings | Android Central Pantera Pico PC, 2.3Ghz J4125 Win10 Linux 4K 512GB 

Here's Hoping

Harish, Alex, Jerry, and Ara check out the OnePlus Nord 2 and evaluate continued rumors of a foldable Pixel. They also chat about carrier adoption of the RCS messaging standard and companies like Apple who remain holdouts in favor of their own technology. They finish out with the whys and hows of buggy software releases, including a UK vaccine passport app that caused a giant bag of hurt. Links:  OnePlus Nord 2 review: Taking back the mid-range crown | Android Central  Rumored Google Pixel foldable could launch this year with Samsung's best display tech | Android Central  Verizon follows AT&T, T-Mobile to make Google Messages its default messaging app | Android Central  UK vaccine passport app produces broken QR codes on popular Android phones | Android Central  Sponsors:   Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid through September 30. Terms and conditions apply.   Hover: Make a name for yourself with Hover. Grab a domain name at hover.com/acp and get a 10% discount with our referral link on all new purchases.  

It depends on what you mean by launch

The team are joined by Nick Sutrich and check out Android 12 Beta 3, fresh rumors about Pixel 6, Z Fold 3, OnePlus Nord 3, Google fines in France, and more. Links:  Android 12 Beta 3 hands on: Game and swatch | Android Central  Latest Google Pixel 6 XL leak hints at a 5X 'ultra tele' camera | Android Central  Premature Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Amazon listing reveals key specs and pricing | Android Central  Exclusive: Galaxy Watch 4's new Exynos W920 chip boasts major gains - SamMobile  FCC filing reveals the Galaxy Z Fold 3 will support the upcoming S Pen Pro | Android Central The OnePlus Nord 2 could come with a pretty impressive camera upgrade | Android Central OPPO Reno 6 Pro review: A great mid-ranger with a big problem | Android Central  If you're looking for the cheaper OnePlus 9 Pro in the US, you may be out of luck | Android Central  Google has been secretly trying to preserve your Pixel's battery health | Android Central  Google launches Workspace Individual tier as one-hour limit returns to Google Meet | Android Central Twitter admits Fleets didn't work, decides to pull the plug | Android Central Google's TikTok rival YouTube Shorts is now rolling out worldwide | Android Central  French authorities slap $593 million fine on Google over news copyright row | Android Central  Sponsors:  Hello Fresh: With HelloFresh, you get fresh, pre-measured ingredients and mouthwatering seasonal recipes delivered right to your door. Go to HelloFresh.com/14acp and use code 14acp for 14 free meals, including free shipping! 

Fleeting Toronto Island

Alex Dobie joins Daniel and Ara to help make sense of the Qualcomm/ASUS partnership to create the $1,500 Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders. A big batch of Samsung leaks have also com to light, yet another Google lawsuit, and more. Links:   Qualcomm partners with ASUS on a $1500 smartphone for mobile enthusiasts | Android Central  The Motorola One 5G UW Ace debuts with Verizon's spatial audio | Android Central  Galaxy S21 FE leak reveals full specs of Samsung's next value flagship | Android Central  New leak shows Samsung's Galaxy Watch 4 Classic from every angle | Android Central  Here's your best look yet at the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 | Android Central  Nothing's first wireless earbuds will offer ANC for just $99 | Android Central  It's official: OnePlus Nord 2 5G will be unveiled on July 22 | Android Central  OnePlus limits app performance on OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro to improve battery life | Android Central  160W and beyond: Your next phone might charge in 10 minutes | Android Central  Google is hit with another lawsuit targeting high Play Store app fees | Android Central  Apple and Google crowd out the competition with default apps - The Verge  Choetech accessories yanked from Amazon weeks after RAVPower, Aukey, and Mpow | Android Central  The Samsung Galaxy S20 series gets 're-newed' with super-low prices | Android Central  Sponsors:  Indeed: Choose Indeed and join 3 million companies worldwide who use Indeed to hire great people and help grow their teams faster. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/acp. Offer valid through September 30. Terms and conditions apply. 

Monopolies Exist for a Reason

Nick Sutrich has joined Android Central full-time, so he helps the crew blast into the long weekend with all the news about Wear OS that came out of MWC 2021. He, Daniel, Ara, and Jerry also talk about some new phones, Galaxy Buds 2, Qualcomm's Snapdragon 888 Plus, and more. Links:  Nicholas Sutrich (@Gwanatu) / Twitter  From dumpster fire to crown jewels: Wear OS finally got good at MWC 2021 | Android Central  Samsung gives Wear OS a One UI makeover ahead of Galaxy Watch launch | Android Central  The new Wear OS is coming first to Samsung's next Galaxy Watch launching later this summer | Android Central  The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 looks gorgeous in these new leaked renders | Android Central  Leaked Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 renders leave little to the imagination | Android Central  Samsung's Galaxy S21 FE may launch in just two markets due to chip shortage | Android Central  Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Plus is here to make Android flagships even faster | Android Central  Google will keep Nest devices updated longer than its Android phones | Android Central  The Google Pixel 5a might actually arrive before Android 12 | Android Central  This might be our first look at the OnePlus Nord 2's design | Android Central OnePlus Nord N200 5G review: Bringing 5G to the masses | Android Central  What was your favorite era of Samsung Galaxy S phones? | Android Central 