All About Android (Audio)

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AAA 606: Affordable a-Foldable - Google payola, clipboard syncing, app archiving, Samsung W23 Flip Nov 29, 2022

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Google paid millions to radio hosts to endorse the Pixel 4 — even though they hadn't used it
Google says Google should do a better job of patching Android phones
Google officially deploys app archiving through the Play Store
Honor Magic Vs foldable launches w/ Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, $1,050 start price
Samsung Launches China-Specific 'Luxury' Versions of Their Foldable, Called the W23 and W23 Flip
Here's your first look at the Google Pixel 7a
Google reportedly has Gmail and Calendar apps in the works for Wear OS
Google Maps and Keep are no longer available on Wear OS 2 watches
Google Messages has started letting some users react with any emoji
JR's tip of the week: Clipboard syncing
Lamenting the potential demise of Alexa.
Google Podcast search is good (but could be better).
Adding memory to Chromecast with Google TV.

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Hosts: Jason Howell, Ron Richards, and Florence Ion

Co-Host: JR Raphael

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AAA 605: 32-bit Your Pixel 7 - Nord N300 hands-on, Google TV app bundles, Nearby Share sheet, black friday Nov 22, 2022

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Storage-saving archivable App Bundles replacing APKs for Google/Android TV in 2023.
App Bundles for Google TV and Android TV.
Android TV 13 comes to the Raspberry Pi 4 courtesy of unofficial LineageOS 20 ROM.
Android will prompt you to update apps if they're crashing.
Google Fi discounts Pixel 7 to $399 and offers $300 off 7 Pro for Black Friday.
Forget the Apple Watch! The Google Pixel Watch is $299 in early Black Friday deal.
Score near all-time low pricing on Samsung's Galaxy S22/+/Ultra from $697, foldables, more.
OnePlus 10 Pro falls to new all-time low at $550 in early Black Friday sale (Save $250), more.
Nord N300 Hands-on.
You can now (unofficially) add 32-bit support to your Pixel 7 phone.
[Tutorial] [Magisk] Enabling 32-bit Support For Apps.
Nearby Share button in the clipboard editor overlay on Android 13.
Nearby Share being added to the first row of the share sheet.
Nearby Share redesign with Material You.
An update on Nearby Share for Windows.
You can now ask Google Assistant to search and play podcasts by guest, episode.
Amazon Alexa is a "colossal failure," on pace to lose $10 billion this year.
JR's tip of the week: Threaded replies in Google Messages.
Why Amazon Photos is a good photo backup service.
Foldable prices make sense when adjusted for inflation.
Repurposing old devices as IP webcams.

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Hosts: Jason Howell, Ron Richards, and Huyen Tue Dao

Co-Hosts: Mishaal Rahman and JR Raphael

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AAA 604: The Devening - Predictive Back, Photo Picker, Logitech G Cloud review, Pixel Fold renders Nov 15, 2022

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Android 14 will let the predictive back gesture work inside apps.
Google releases 'Now in Android' on Play Store to demo Material You and modern app development.
"Now in Android" Play Store Listing.
The Now in Android website (basically a text/video newsletter).
November Google Play System updates New Android photo picker, Wallet tweaks.
Logitech G Cloud hands-on.
Alleged Google Pixel Fold Renders Leak, and It's Going to Be Pricey.
@Za_Raczke: Google Pixel 7a to come with 90Hz screen, wireless charging, brand new dual rear camera setup.
Spotify is the first to launch non-Google Android billing in the US.
Android Auto's Makeover Prioritizes the Map and Focuses on a Split-Screen Experience.
Waze doesn't fully support Android Auto's split-screen redesign just yet.
Netflix won't link to home.
Giving Members Additional Control Over Their Account.
JR's tip of the week: Chrome and screenshots!
Health Connect by Android mini-review.
How's the call quality on the Nothing Ear Stick?
I finally have a modern Android phone!

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Hosts: Jason Howell, Ron Richards, and Huyen Tue Dao

Co-Host: JR Raphael

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AAA 603: Where's My G Phone? 15 Years of Android - Android turns 15, Nothing Ear Stick review, Google Play Games on PC Nov 08, 2022

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Android is 15 years old!
Mishaal clears up some of the confusion about the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
Qualcomm confirms Samsung Galaxy s23 series will use only Snapdragon chipsets
Galaxy S23 to reportedly launch in first week of February 2023
Ron reviews the Nothing Ear (stick)
Ron's first impression of the Pixel 7
Pixel 7, the first 64 bit-only Android phone
Huawei Pocket S is the cheapest foldable yet, comes with Snapdragon 778G
Google launches Play Games for PC beta in US
Amazon Photos has finally been redesigned for Android users
@kdrag0n: Early preview of my simplified Linux VM app for Pixel 6 and newer is now on Patreon
JR's tip of the week: Android 12 Clock Widgets!
Viewers write in to talk about their frustrations with the Pixel Watch

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Hosts: Ron Richards and Huyen Tue Dao

Co-Hosts: Mishaal Rahman and JR Raphael

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AAA 602: From Lemongrass to Lemon - Android Dev Summit roundup, Google G1 prototype, Pixel Watch feedback Nov 01, 2022

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Jetpack Compose debuts new Material Design 3 controls and expands to Android TV
Relay: Figma to Compose handoff
Google prototyped iris scanning during the Pixel 2 era
Pre-iPhone Google G1 renders reveal a lot of green and more physical buttons
Google Hangouts shuts down for good today, as web app closes up shop
Feedback extravaganza!!!
Chrome tabs record.
Why I'm returning the Pixel 7.
A solution for Ron's headphone woes.
Assistant tip: Read it!
Ways to improve battery life on the Pixel Watch.
How to manage podcasts on Wearcasts easier.
Just get a Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro!
Or get an Amazfit T-Rex Pro.
JR's tip of the week: Pixel Minimal Watch Face.
Smartwatches are better than fitness wearables because...
Podcast support on the Pixel Watch.
Pixel Watch is an upgrade from the Fitbit Sense.

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Hosts: Jason Howell, Ron Richards, and Huyen Tue Dao

Co-Host: JR Raphael

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AAA 601: Price Hikes Are A-Comin - Ron's Pixel Watch review, Windows Subsystem for Android, Android 13 Go Oct 25, 2022

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Android 13 (Go edition) announced with Material You, Google Play System Updates, and more
Microsoft's Windows Subsystem for Android finally gets its stable release
How to sideload Android apps using WSA on Windows 11
The Galaxy S22 gets Android 13, Samsung posts timeline for older devices
Ron reviews the Pixel Watch
The $228 OnePlus Nord N300 packs good looks, 33 W charging
Nothing hikes the price of Ear 1 earbuds by 50 percent / The $99 earbuds will soon cost $149
@nothing: Made to be heard. Seen. But not felt. Ear (stick) is coming.
@Za_Raczke: Nothing Ear (stick) - official leaked renders
YouTube Premium is getting a price hike for family plans to $22.99/month
Google's Latest Android Messaging Update Has Some iMessage Vibes
New Google Messages and Contacts app icons rolling out, Phone left [U]
JR's tip of the week: Pixel 7 camera tips

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Hosts: Jason Howell and Ron Richards

Co-Host: JR Raphael

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AAA 600: Garden of Pixels - Pixel 7 review, Pixel Watch review, Razer Edge, Signal loses SMS, Passkey in Chrome Oct 18, 2022

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Pixel 7 review, Pixel Watch review, Razer Edge, Signal loses SMS, Passkey in Chrome

Google's Pixel 7 Still Has the Best Smartphone Camera.
Report: Google 'doubling down' on Pixel with added focus on its own hardware as Samsung bleeds.
Google's Pixel Watch is Nice, But It's Missing Some Oomph.
Google Pixel Watch review: it's a smarter Fitbit.
Google Fit is missing.
Motorola's Rollable Phone Concept Changes Size With the Press of a Button.
Razer's Edge is one sharp-looking cloud gaming Android handheld.
Google starts rolling out passkey support for Android and Chrome.
Chrome for Android Gets Some Tablet-Friendly Touches.
Marvel Snap devs' first idea was so good they refused to believe it.
Signal will remove support for SMS text messages on Android.
JR's tip of the week: Pixel 7 tips!
Why reinvent the wheel with watch bands?
Google Fit to Fitbit with Fit to Fit.
What do smartwatches do that fitness watches can't?

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Hosts: Jason Howell, Ron Richards, and Florence Ion

Co-Host: JR Raphael

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AAA 599: Google Pixel Event 2022 Wrap Up - Made by Google 2022, App Archiving, Slideable PCs Oct 11, 2022

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Google remembered the phone part of the smartphone
Google Pixel Watch: Help by Google, health by Fitbit
@tshakaarmstrong: Can't wait to test this new Fitbit/pixel watch/pixel7 ecosystem!
Pixel Tablet preview: A Smart Display dock is Google's best chance at getting Android tablets in your homeFuture Feature Drops will bring these new Pixel features to last year's Pixel 6 line
@AssembleDebug: Initial look at @GooglePlay's App archive feature which was announced back in March 2022 and seems fully functional but the number of apps is almost none. @googlenews is the only app supporting it for now. @MishaalRahman
Mishaal's article explaining APK archiving
Intel and Samsung are getting ready for 'slidable' PCs
Assistant Driving Mode ditches Google Maps integration, no longer an Android Auto replacement
@MishaalRahman: Google Clock 7.3 also adds more flexible alarm settings. You can now set an alarm for a specific date. You can also turn an alarm off on specific dates if you've set up a recurring alarm.
Todoist adopted Compose for Wear OS and increased its growth rate by 50 percent
Huyen Plug: I did a voiceover for a developer feature of Compose for Wear OS
JR's tip of the week: JR responds to Peter 895 tabs from last week and a bonus tip for Widget lovers
Step trackers that don't require their own software on Android
Google Assistant won't close? Turn off "continued conversation."

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Hosts: Ron Richards and Huyen Tue Dao

Co-Host: JR Raphael

Guest: Tshaka Armstrong

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AAA 598: Stadia: Game Over - Google Stadia fallout, Google Nest announcements, Zenfone 9 review Oct 04, 2022

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Game Devs And Stadia Employees Alike Were Blindsided By The Sudden Shutdown
@ztlaidlaw: Stadia refund: $2,200.88. Yeah, I hoped it would be around for the long haul.
EU vote paves way for USB-C to be common device charger in 2024
Android 14 is coming: Here's what we know so far
New Nest products and features for a better smart home
Reimagining the future of Google Home
Google forgot to remove Stadia references from Nest Wifi Pro listings
Razer announces Edge 5G gaming handheld powered by Android
Zenfone 9 Review
The Pixel 4 hits end of life after three years of service
Nothing Ear Stick Event
YouTube tests restricting 4K playback to YouTube Premium accounts
Google Maps Will Now 'Vibe Check' Your Destination's Neighborhood For You
JR's tip of the week: more Chrome tips!
Ask a dev: when are apps asking for too much info?
Should I still trust Google with any more money?

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Hosts: Ron Richards and Huyen Tue Dao

Co-Hosts: Mishaal Rahman and JR Raphael

Guest: Zach Laidlaw

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AAA 597: Ruggable Switch Deck - Seamless updates, dynamicSpot, Logitech G Cloud, Vivo X Fold Plus, Chrome tips Sep 27, 2022

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Android 13's virtual A/B mandate could bring Seamless Updates to more devices.
You Can Use Dynamic Island on Android Now, But You Probably Shouldn't.
Android might get its own version of Apple's Dynamic Island if Realme get its way.
Chromecast with Google TV (HD) is Here to Revive Your Old Screens.
Chromecast with Google TV (HD) can't be powered by your TV's USB port.
Google Pixel 7 and 7 Pro price leaks, along with Target's pre-order bonus.
Google finally shows off the front of the Pixel 7 Pro officially, looks less curved.
Google Pixel Watch retail box emphasizing 'with Fitbit' leaks.
Pixel Watch hits another store as revealed by Fast Pair, confirming 'device app'.
Framework's Chromebook Is Bringing Modularity to ChromeOS.
Introducing the Framework Laptop Chromebook Edition.
Samsung's New Rugged Tablet and Smartphone Look Perfect For a Hike or Construction Site.
This foldable beats the Galaxy Z Fold 4 with bigger battery, faster charging.
Logitech's G Cloud Gaming Handheld arrives in October for $349.99.
JR's tip of the week: Chrome tips part deux.
Google Fit feature is limited on Android.
Nokia's subscription service is good for the planet.
A tip for Android Messages users.