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It's a special GREEN day for Android and we celebrate it with the triumphant return of Huyen Tue Dao as she joins Florence Ion and Ron Richards to dive headfirst into the green dyed waters of Android news this week!Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor00:05:10 - NEWSGoogle went to SF for GDC and brought news for gamers and game developersLookout! There's a new top phone manufacturer in town of foldables and its...Motorola!Things got real weird in the OnePlus Community app in the US, but they're back to normalPATRON PICK: That was quick! Samsung is done selling the Galaxy Trifold!00:34:40 - HARDWAREFlo's got some more review notes of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and news on the Perplexity hot word and people are getting headaches from the display?There's a leak of the Motorola Razr 2026 and it sure is Pantone Purple!We get a great update on the status of the Google Find My Hub network 00:56:40 - APPSA massive, immersive update to Google Maps has arrived and people are freaking out!New scam protections rollout to Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram by Meta and Instagram is shutting down End-to-End encryption on Direct MessagesGoogle rolls out Transit mode for Pixel devices and it's pretty darn cool.01:11:51 - COMMUNITY FEEDBACKSean writes in with another suggestion of a phone with an SD Card expansion slotTharanga from Melbourne, Australia shows off HIS Unihertz phoneJoey checks in with an update on his new Pebble watch and how little he's had to charge it Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the post Mobile World Congress hangover, which is the perfect time for hands-on reviews with two of the hottest phones you can get right now and Florence Ion and Jason Howell have got 'em! Oh and Ron Richards is back to hear all about it!Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor00:05:55 - NEWSGoodbye revenue share! Google drops their cut from the Google Play store and makes other changes sooner then they had to, but why!?!?!Google is ranking AIs and giving developers more tools with their new Android BenchQuick! Check your Google Play Perks, you may have $400 off on a new Pixel 10 ProPATRON PICK: Google Play begins shaming apps that are battery hogs00:33:18 - HARDWAREAre you ready for the Google Pixel 10A hands-on review? Cause it' s a good one!How about our impressions of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?Nothing unveiled the Nothing Phone (4A) Pro and the Nothing Headphone (a) and they're both pretty rad!The first glimpses of the OnePlus 15T have emerged and they're intriguing! Unfortunately, OnePlus and Oppo are raising prices on everything due to market conditionsThe physical keyboard revolution continues with the daring Unihertz Titan 2 Elite!01:03:54 - APPSWant a different news app? Check out Particle AI, now with a feature to turn news articles into audio podcasts01:14:01 - COMMUNITY FEEDBACKIan from the UK has a suggestion for an icon to link to a file on Google DriveRobert is curious if MicroSD cards could be a solution to the RAM price increase crisis? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jason and Flo are joined by Juan Bagnell to mostly discuss this year's biggest Mobile World Congress hardware announcements, but they couldn't help but start with the junk in Google's trunk.Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor0:04:12 - NEWSMarch 2026 Feature Drop: Pixel 10 ‘Comfort’ view, custom AI icons, At a Glance ‘My commute,’ & moreOh great, here comes 6GQualcomm and Other Industry Leaders Commit to 6G Trajectory Towards Commercialization Starting from 2029 OnwardsQualcomm's Snapdragon Wear Elite is the biggest smartwatch chip upgrade in 3 yearsSamsung hits pause on next-gen Edge, Z TriFold phones, but is optimistic about the S PenPATRON PICK: Motorola has a tiny new black box at MWC that wants to kill Android Auto cables0:33:22 - HARDWAREI tried Honor's ultra-thin foldable phone at MWC 2026, and it's almost too powerfulA closer look at Honor’s Robot PhoneHonor’s new MagicPad 4 is the world’s thinnest Android tabletOppo teases the Find N6’s crease-less display ahead of rumored March launchTecno revives modular Android devices with new concept phone1:00:48 - MORE HARDWARELenovo is working on a foldable that could be both your handheld and desktopThe Motorola Razr Fold is shaping up to be pure flagshipMotorola confirms GrapheneOS support for a future phone, bringing over featuresXiaomi launches 17 Ultra smartphone, an AirTag clone, and an ultra-slim power bank1:21:37 - FEEDBACKPaul wants to know how to add a shortcut to files on the homescreenDavid just noticed some questions appear when he blocks a call in Google Phone Dialer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well whaddaya know, Jason Howell and Florence Ion are on the scene with Samsung's newest flagship series, the Galaxy S26 lineup, for at least a part of the show. Plus, Flo details Google's agentic Gemini news, Google I/O dates are here, and Jason reviews the Motorola Moto Watch.Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor0:00:11 - SAMSUNG GALAXY UNPACKEDFlo and Jason go hands-on with the Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra0:20:12 - NEWSA more intelligent Android on Samsung Galaxy S26Google I/O 2026 confirmed for May 19: Here's what to expectAndroid malware is now using Gemini AI to adapt in real time (Updated: Google statement)Patron Pick: Calling Cards made Google Contacts too busy, but a fix is in the works0:49:02 - MORE HARDWAREGoogle's Pixel 10a Brings Gemini Live and Satellite SOS to the Mid-RangeI tested Motorola's new Moto Watch on a snowboarding trip and came back frustrated1:07:38 - APPSPixel At a Glance adds Sports and Finance updatesOlympics on Peacock on Google TV was EXCELLENTGoogle, Apple start testing encrypted RCS on Android and iOS 26.41:17:09 - FEEDBACKNicholas goes to bat for the usefulness of Air Drop compatibility Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're still reeling from the roller coaster launch of Android 17 but we're doing our best to hold our own as Florence Ion, Ron Richards and Huyen Tue Dao ponder the new OS beta along with more AirDrop/QuickShare news and lots of new phones to discuss!Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor00:02:30 - NEWSThe first beta for Android 17 was released after a bit of back and forth from GoogleQuickShare is making adjustments to be more like AirDrop and AirDrop compatibility is available for Pixel 9s!PATRON PICK: Unlock the Android Auto Developer Options for more control of your in-car experience!00:32:13 - HARDWAREThere's leaks of the upcoming Google Pixel 10A and the colors are delightful and the EU shows the battery life is impressive!Could it be? Could NVIDIA be working on a NEW NVIDIA Shield TV device?Samsung Galaxy Unpacked is coming and that means that all the specs for the upcoming S26 line have leaked along with a possible glimpse of the WIDE Foldable? Is it wider than the Pixel Fold?And some new phones in the world with the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the global release of the Huawei Mate 80 Pro  00:58:03 - APPSNow you can pin tabs on Chrome on Android!Looks like Now Playing will graduate to a full app but maybe for Pixels only?Nothing's Playground launches letting you vibe code your own widgets with AI, but is it any good?01:10:40 - COMMUNITY FEEDBACKChris K writes in for an AirDrop like experience via PushBullet@MColey on Threads shares how their family uses AirDrop on iOS to share photos Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Love is in the air this Valentine's week...a love affair with all things Android as Ron Richards is reunited with Florence Ion, Huyen Tue Dao and Jason Howell to revel in confirmed (not leaks!) of Samsung news plus drama around YouTube Music. Ah, Amore!Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor00:02:46 - NEWSWe've got more data on Smartphone sales growth in 2025 and Honor and Nothing impress with their increasesAs if the AirDrop for Android news couldn't get any better, Google sweetens it even more beyond PixelsLooks like Gemini will be quite prominent on Android PCsPATRON PICK: Google Messages is bringing back a key RCS feature you might not have noticed disappeared00:32:12 - HARDWAREWe've got the details on the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Unpacked eventSome news on the Samsung Galaxy Z fold 8 going wide (pun intended)Jason test drives the INMO Air3 glasses and gets Android in his face!00:54:10 - APPSMuch ado about nothing with YouTube Music and access to Lyrics. Plus AI Playlists are here!More on Google Home's update to enable support for smart buttons in automationsThe At-A-Glance Widget on Google Pixels is going high contrast!01:07:09 - COMMUNITY FEEDBACKPatrick from Middle Tennessee shares some recommendations of good music players for Android! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Ron gone (in Portland for pinball, don't worry), Jason Howell, Florence Ion, and Huyen Tue Dao do their best to hold down the fort. From Android desktop UI leaks to Nvidia's masterful 10 year (and counting) run with the Shield, to a live unboxing of the new Motorola Moto Watch, everything you need for Android bliss is right here.Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor00:02:33 - NEWSAndroid’s full desktop interface leaks: New status bar, Chrome ExtensionsChromeOS will be ‘phased out’ in 2034 as Android PCs arrive late, court docs suggestGoogle releases ‘Desktop Camera’ app that’s seemingly for Android PCsAndroid 16 is off to a strong start in Google's latest usage breakdownGoogle Pixel expected to see ‘strongest growth’ in 2026, report saysPatron Pick: Motorola is getting away with zero OS updates thanks to regulatory loophole00:36:11 - HARDWAREMotorola Moto Watch first lookThere won’t be a Nothing Phone 4 this yearNothing’s next over-ear headphones reportedly cost around $150, launching in MarchNothing Phone 4a series leak reveals launch date, and it's just weeks awayInside Nvidia’s 10-year effort to make the Shield TV the most updated Android device ever00:58:12 - APPSGemini in navigation is now available for walking and cycling in Google Maps.Fitbit's co-founders are back with a new app, and you can sign up for the limited betaThis free app turns your Android phone into an iPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thankfully the snowstorm stopped in time for Ron Richards to dig out and join Jason Howell and Huyen Tue Dao for the latest in Android news from OnePlus to Samsung and of course a dash of Google and Gemini for fun.Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor00:04:55 - NEWSOnePlus responds to reports of their demise and it's not really confidence building...Ron was glad he wasn't alone in having Pixel Weather fail completely during the snow storm last weekend.EU is coming after Google, again, this time for how deeply Gemini is integrated into AndroidPatron Pick: Say goodbye to this killer feature in GMail you probably didn't even know existed!00:36:39 - HARDWARESome glimpses of the Oppo Find X9 Ultra shows a cool two-tone camera back designMore peeks of the Samsung Galaxy S26, this time at the camera bump via the Qi2 battery bank!We hope you're sitting down because Samsung revealed how much the Galaxy Z Trifold will cost in the US and it's a lot! It's available now!00:50:01 - APPSNow you can sync your queues across the web and Android on YouTube MusicFeel free to celebrate now that Google Photos Me Meme feature is here. Or Not.But you should really celebrate now that Google Sans is an available font in Google Docs and other apps!00:57:52 - FEEDBACKJezz from Australia wants to know how to screenshot the Gemini overlay?Ken from Batavia, NY weighs in on the iOS vs Android debateFrank R. clears up the confusion about Porsche Design and Honor Phones. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rumors swirl about a popular manufacturer's demise but we see right through it plus the latest Gemini news that Google has to offer to keep Jason Howell, Florence Ion and Ron Richards amused in the key of Android for another week!Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor00:05:05 - NEWSWe've got Q4 2025 smartphone market data and it shows growth!ASUS confirmed no new phones this year and maybe even beyond 2026Also, news of OnePlus's demise may have been overwrought, but there's definitely something happening in Oppo-landThe latest from Google and Gemini is called Personal Intelligence and Jason got the advanced look at it!Patron Pick: Smartphones are likely going to be more expensive this year and here's why...00:35:50 - HARDWARESomeone's Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold already broke...oops.Honor is hard at work ripping off the iPhone Air, making a wacky camera phone with Porsche and Jason compared the Honor Magic8 Pro vs. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra at the Grand Canyon!The new battery king might be the RealMe P4 Power with a 10,001 mAh battery!00:51:46 - APPSGoogle is looking to amp up MagicCue thanks to Google Wallet and TasksNeed a quicker answer from Gemini? Google has a button for that.There are some major upgrades to Voice Search from Google featuring, you guessed it, Gemini.Nova Launcher lives again with a new owner! And now there will be ads, but that's ok!01:03:02 - FEEDBACKRobert from Alaska blesses us with the discovery of the rugged phone Xever 7 Pro from RugOne, and it's a doozy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Making a triumphant return from CES, Jason Howell and Mishaal Rahman join Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards to wind down from Vegas and get into the latest Android headlines from the past week. Plus stay tuned for a major update from the Android Faithful fam at the end of the show!Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor00:03:57 - NEWSWe wrap up CES with Jason and Mishaal's experiences at the showGoogle released the first Pixel update of 2026 with the January Pixel UpdateThe world shook as Apple chose Google Gemini to provide AI for Siri via a Joint Statement between the two companiesDon't worry, ChromeOS isn't going anywhere!Patron Pick: Can tiny speakers be the future for cooling devices?00:44:07 - HARDWAREOur first Leaky Peaky of the year is the Pixel 10A and it's red colorFoldables Lightning Round begins with Motorola surprising at CES with the Motorola Razr Fold! Jason got to check it out at CES!Oppo is prepping to go after Apple with it's new foldableDon't get your hopes up for a new foldable from OnePlus thoughThe mystery deepens behind Samsung's foldable's creasesJason loves his new Flashback camera!01:04:50 - APPSNow you can avoid vertical video by filtering out Shorts from search results on the YouTube appSoon you can finally make your own Calling Card for yourself on Android, here's howG-Mail is getting all Gemini'd up in here with new AI Features01:15:06 - FEEDBACKJames wants to know what we think of the new Desktop Mode on Pixel Phones? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Back from the holidays and ready to dive into 2026 for Android and what better way to start than with CES? Florence Ion, Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards break down all the Android related news coming out of Las Vegas and we get hands-on reports from Jason Howell on the scene at CES 2026!Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor00:05:58 - CES NEWSWe've got all the Android related CES news at AndroidFaithful.com!Google showed up at CES and put Android XR on the Sphere, made some Google TV announcements and extended their partnership with XREALSamsung had a lot to say about AI, but that's okay because everyone fell in love with the Samsung Galaxy Z TrifoldPatron Pick: GE Lighting’s new Matter-compatible smart shades impressed the patrons!00:40:05 - CES HARDWAREClicks made a big splash with the Clicks Communicator but the Clicks Power Keyboard is the sneaky winnerWatch lovers rejoice, the Pebble Round 2 has arrivedTCL continues their NXTPAPER devices with the NxtPaper 70 Pro Phone and Note A1 NXTPAPERIt's real and it's delightful, the Honor Robot AI Phone was on the sceneFor something minimal, european and secure, check out the Punkt MC03 phone, with a subscription 01:21:21 - NON-CES NEWSGoogle makes a major change to the Android Open Source Project release scheduleMotorola's upcoming Razr Foldable phone design leaksASUS may be getting out of the smartphone business Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The moment you've been waiting for as Florence Ion, Mishaal Rahman, Jason Howell and Ron Richards gather to present the best (and weirdest) in the world of Android for 2025 and unveil the winners of our first annual end of the year awards, the APKs! Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor00:09:42 - NEWSDon't worry about the New Year's deadline, Google is extending the move from Assistant to Gemini further into 2026Unfortunately Gemini's takeover of Google Home ruined Christmas for some kids this yearMishaal has the details of Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1Patron Pick: Could Sodium-Ion batteries be the next big thing in smartphones someday?00:35:56 - HARDWAREDetails emerge on the OnePlus 15T and the Honor Magic V6Is Samsung developing a widescreen foldable to pre-compete with the Apple Foldable?00:49:26 - The 2025 Annual Podcast Kudos (APKs)We present the winners of the first ever Android Faithful end of year awards for Best Phone, Best Foldable, Best Accessory, Best Innovation, Biggest News Story of 2025 and Weirdest News Story of 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another glorious week on the Android Faithful podcast with Jason Howell reviewing a 32" tablet, Mishaal flexing his Google sleuthing muscles all over Android 17, and Huyen bringing the TURBO to 2026!Don't forget the 2025 Annual Podcast Kudos (APKs!!!) You can vote for your favorite phones and news stories at https://bit.ly/2025apks - Voting closes on 12/22 at 11:59pm ET!Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor0:05:18 - NEWSGoogle and Apple partner on better Android-iPhone switchingGalaxy Z TriFold Becomes Instant Hit, Sold Out Within MinutesAndroid 17 may finally add the native App Lock feature Pixel users have been waiting forAndroid 17 could mimic this helpful iOS feature to reduce motion sicknessPatron pick: Google's Stadia controller just got a big upgrade courtesy of Steam0:32:25 - HARDWAREJason reviews the KTC 32" Android TabletOnePlus says its upcoming ‘Turbo’ gaming phones are ‘frighteningly strong’Return of 4GB RAM in smartphones by 2026 amidst DRAM crisis2026 Smartphone Shipment Forecasts Revised Down as Memory Shortage Drives BoM Costs Up0:52:09 - APPSInstagram hands you the keys to control 'Your Algorithm' in Reels, plans to expandBringing state-of-the-art Gemini translation capabilities to Google Translate0:59:35 - FEEDBACKJeff is having Pixel 10 Qi2 issuesHilton thinks monochrome icons make Android less usableMorgan shares a (long) report on Google's sub-par customer service Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's an exciting week at Android Faithful as Jason Howell and Florence Ion share their Android XR experience with Ron Richards and we kickoff the first ever Android Faithful awards...the 2025 Annual Podcast Kudos or the APKs!!! You can vote for your favorite phones and news stories at https://bit.ly/2025apks - Voting closes on 12/22 at Midnight ET!Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor00:03:38 - HARDWAREAll the details of the new AI Glasses unveiled by Google at the Android XR eventA bunch of Samsung news as it likes like they're adding Qi2 wireless to the Galaxy S26And Samsung rolls out OneUI 8.5And we can't get enough of the Tri Fold. Here's info on the fingerprint scanner and a glimpse of a 4 camera prototypePebble unveils their latest product, a ring! It's a memory ring and it's open for pre-order!Patron Pick: 90:10 Split-Screen multitasking in Android is brilliant… so why do I almost never use it?00:45:15 - NEWSA Judge limits Google's contracts to a single yearThe EU is coming after Google's AI SummariesPatron Pick: Check out this adorable MagSafe E-Reader! 00:59:23 - APPSWe got new gestures with the latest WearOS updateOpera makes it easier to choose your AI within their browserGet a glimpse of Face Editing in the upcoming Google Photos update01:07:02 - The 2025 APKsWe unveil the first ever Android Faithful awards - The 2025 APKs - voting is open now at https://bit.ly/2025apks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're kicking off the last month of 2025 with Florence Ion, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards pondering everything from multi-tasking to foldables to earbuds and whether or not icons should be themed or as the developer intended them to be? So many questions to start the end of 2025...Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor00:03:20 - NEWSThe last Pixel / Android Drop of 2025 has arrived and we've got all the details of Android 16 QPR2Google is hyping the next wave of news from Android XR coming next weekThe wait is over! The OnePlus 15 is going on-sale for pre-orders in the US on December 4th and you can get a free smartwatch or earbuds in the process!Patron Pick: 90:10 Split-Screen multitasking in Android is brilliant… so why do I almost never use it?00:44:18 - HARDWAREIt's finally happening, Samsung quietly announces the Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold (yes it's just called the Trifold)Flo's End of 2025 hardware picks for Ear Buds are in and they've got blingSony unveiled their 200 Megapixel camera sensor and it's going to be in phones soon01:10:14 - APPSGoogle may be getting ride of the Weather app! Netflix got rid of Casting support!MKBHD's wallpaper app is shutting down! 01:20:52 - FEEDBACKMatt from Louisville provides an amusing solve to the lack of Gemini features for his Pixel BudsMike from Ohio shares how Google Photos and AI helped make some memorable photos for his familyCraig K. ponders how sustainable the Fairphone actually is... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So much to give thanks for this week as Jason Howell, Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards process the implications of AirDrop on Android, the affordability crisis in phones and exciting new hardware designs in phones!BLACK FRIDAY SPECIAL: Support Android Faithful at Patreon and get 25% off using code: BLACKFRIDAYNote: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor00:05:27 - NEWSThe unthinkable happened: AirDrop works with Android!US customers aren't upgrading their phones as fast as they used toHints of Google's 'Aluminium OS' for Android to PCsGemini arrives on Android Auto!Patron Pick: Samsung's Now Bar and Now Brief are the Google Now experience I've been missing00:44:25 - HARDWAREUpstart manufacturer Nubia has got two Foldables coming soonCheck out this modular feature phone running Android, it's wild!Honor's Robot Phone is real, and it's fantastic - get your first glimpse of it in person00:58:50 - APPSPerplexity has been busy! Comet for Android launched and Perplexity may be powering Bixby for SamsungGoogle ain't messing around as Nano Banana goes Pro01:12:14 - FEEDBACKHilton shares his excitement for Microsoft Co-PilotKiril explains how skiing and cold weather makes Face Unlock a necessity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a big episode full of first looks, glimpses and glances as Jason Howell, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards gear up for everything from AI to OnePlus, Samsung, Motorola and more this week in the world of Android.Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor00:02:13 - NEWSGemini 3 has landed and here's how Mishaal put it to the testMore developments in the Google Sideloading emotional rollercoasterAndroid apps are coming to Steam?Android 17 updates focusing on alternate app stores, gaming controllers and contacts management privacyPatron Pick: Android is about to get better facial recognition00:39:45 - HARDWAREThe official Android Faithful OnePlus 15 ReviewUnboxing the Moto G Play 2026, a nice low end phoneThe Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold gets another pre-release update01:02:38 - APPSGoogle Play announced the best games and apps of 2025!Google's attempt at Apple's NameDrop might be coming to Android soon?Predictive weather gets a boost from Google's WeatherNext 2 model on Pixel Weather01:15:11 - FEEDBACKJoey checks in now that he got his new Pebble WatchJoseph wants to know if the Onn 4k Pro is a good buy? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've got an exciting pair of new phones to look at as Jason Howell and Mishaal Rahman are showing them off to Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards along with the latest in the ongoing sagas from the world of AndroidNote: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor00:04:40 - HARDWAREFirst looks at the OnePlus 15Comparing the Nubia Z80 Ultra camera to the Pixel 10 ProRumors and renders of the Samsung Galaxy S26 UltraThe Samsung Galaxy XR might be available in more countries in 202600:35:20 - NEWSThe Google Vs. Epic legal drama took a surprise turn towards a settlement?!? And what does this mean for sideloading?The November PIxel Drop is here and it's filled with some cool new featuresPatron Pick: A YouTuber put phone batteries to the test and the results are fascinating!01:07:55 - APPSLauncher news! Niagra launcher has themes! Another Nova Launcher update! There's a new minimalist launcher aimed at older adults and beginners!OpenAI's SORA app is now available on AndroidBig Gemini updates to Google Maps and Android Auto01:22:44 - FEEDBACKMattBatt writes in with memories of his LG G4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Election Night in the US and Jason Howell, Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards are abuzz with the world of Android ranging from Android Developer updates to AI powered Robots and phones with physical keyboard.Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor00:09:07 - NEWSWell, it's happened - Google has opened up the Play Store's gates in the US after the Epic Games court rulingAndroid Developers take note as Google announces new tools and programs for Google Play plus new AI experiences on The Android ShowA leaker reveals exactly how Cellebrite can hack into Pixel phonesPatron Pick: Why don't the best Android phones ever make it to the US?00:44:58 - HARDWAREExperience the LOOI Robot which turns your phone into an AI Powered, desktop robot!Hands on with the Unihertz Titan 2 and it's elegant physical keyboardThe Samsung Galaxy S26 will be unveiled in San Francisco next February along with so much more AI stuffA new gaming phone is teased by Ayaneo10 years later, we get more looks at Project Ara's modular smartphone01:09:13 - APPSAndroid 17 could bring full-screen apps to your phone’s always-on displayLineage0S now supports the Pixel 9A and the OnePlus 13Home screen widgets are coming to Android Auto!01:18:13 - FEEDBACKChuck in Thousand Oaks follows up with what he did with that free phone number from VerizonWill from Oregon points out that Nova Launcher just released an update, what's up with that? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The pre-Halloween vibes are setting in as Florence Ion shares her scary experience with Google Home and Gemini seeing ghosts with Jason Howell, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards along with the other shocking Android news of the week.Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor00:09:19 - NEWSIt gets creepy as Google Home starts hallucinating people in housesNothing appears to be going the bloatware route in favor of revenue, can you blame them?Fitbit's AI-Powered personal health coach enters public previewPatron Pick: Wanna be a meme? Google Photos has you covered00:44:08 - HARDWAREGet your first glimpse of the blue Google Pixel 10AThe OnePlus 15 gets confirmed specs, especially the massive battery. It's real!Ever think you wanted a denim backed phone with a 2.1 stereo speaker system powered by Bose? Dreams do come true thanks to RedMiSamsung reshuffles the Galaxy S26 lineup...again and it's very familiar!01:05:21 - APPSThe YouTube video player redesign rolls out across AndroidGoogle might be fixing the flaw in Calling CardsGoogle Wallet gets in on the Live Updates action01:12:32 - FEEDBACKLarry from Kennewick, WA checks in with an update to his upgrade to the Google Pixel 10 Pro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.