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Mobile Tech Podcast with tnkgrl Myriam Joire

tnkgrl’s Mobile Tech Podcast is the place to hear the lowdown on the nitty gritty details of what’s happening the world of mobile technology – especially smartphones, personal gadgets and even car tech. tnkgrl (Myriam Joire) has been covering tech for over a decade and was previously Engadget’s Senior Mobile Editor, host of the Engadget Mobile Podcast, and co-host of TWiT’s All About Android.

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Qualcomm Snapdragon Summit 2026 recap, Moto Signature 27, Xiaomi 18 Pro/Pro Max, Oppo Find X10/X10 Pro Max, Vivo X500 series, and Meta smart glasses with Christian de Looper, Jason Howell, C Scott Brown, Adam Doud, Nick Gray, Dean Daley, and Sascha Segan Sep 27, 2026

Show notes

Welcome to episode 498 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Christian de Looper (BGR), Jason Howell (Android Faithful), C Scott Brown (Android Authority), Adam Doud (SlashGear), Nick Gray (Phandroid), Dean Daley (MobileSyrup), and Sascha Segan (Qualcomm) -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In this episode, join us pondside as we recap everything that was announced at Qualcomm's Snapdragon Summit 2026 in Maui -- including the new Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 and 8 Elite Gen 6 -- then dive into the latest flagships from Motorola, Xiaomi, Oppo, and Vivo, plus new smart glasses from Meta... Good times! (Special thanks to Qualcomm for covering travel.)

Episode Links

- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl

- Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/

- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech

- Christian de Looper: https://www.threads.net/@christiandelooper

- Jason Howell: https://www.threads.net/@thatjasonhowell

- C Scott Brown: https://www.threads.com/@c.scottbrown

- Adam Doud: https://www.threads.net/@deadtechnology

- Nick Gray: https://www.threads.net/@nickmgray

- Dean Daley: https://www.threads.com/@deandaley_

- Sascha Segan: https://www.threads.com/@saschasegan

- Qualcomm Snapdragon Elite Gen 6 benchmarks (1): https://www.bgr.com/2268742/qualcomm-snapdragon-8-elite-gen-6-benchmarks-performance/

- Qualcomm Snapdragon Elite Gen 6 benchmarks (2): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5blJhnOPLoo

- Qualcomm Snapdragon Sound Elite Gen 2: https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/09/23/qualcomm-sound-elite-gen-2/

- Qualcomm wants its AI chips on every device: https://aiinside.show/episode/qualcomm-wants-its-ai-chips-on-every-device

- New Microsoft Surface devices: https://www.zdnet.com/tech/surface-pro-laptop-snapdragon-x2-plus-hands-on/

- Motorola Signature 27 (1): https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_unveils_signature_27_with_200mp_telephoto_camera_snapdragon_8_elite_extreme_gen_6-news-74726.php

- Motorola Signature 27 (2): https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/09/22/motorola-unveils-signature-27-first-with-snapdragon-8-elite-extreme/

- Xiaomi 18 Pro/Pro Max: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_18_pro_and_18_pro_max_arrive_with_latest_snapdragon_chips_privacy_displays_and_more_useful_re-news-74733.php

- Oppo X10 Pro Max: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_find_x10_pro_max_launches_with_three_200mp_rear_cameras_dimensity_9600_pro_soc-news-74714.php

- Vivo X500 series: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_x500_x500_pro_and_x500_pro_max_announced-news-74698.php

- New Meta smart glasses: https://www.engadget.com/2267230/everything-announced-at-meta-connect-2026/

- Meta VR Glasses: https://phandroid.com/2026/09/24/metas-1299-vr-glasses-could-fix-what-made-you-give-up-on-vr/

- Ray-Ban Meta Audio glasses: https://phandroid.com/2026/09/24/meta-is-ditching-the-camera-to-shake-its-pervert-glasses-label/

- Nothing spins off CMF: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_makes_cmf_an_independent_indian_brand-news-74713.php

- Clicks Communicator updates: https://discover.clicks.tech/big-updates-clicks-communicator

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- Moto Razr Fold: https://link.amazon/B053lsgeJ

- Google Pixel Watch 5: https://link.amazon/B0ghO0WVj

- Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro: https://link.amazon/B0cAYV3pe

- Microsoft Surface Laptop 13" (2026): https://link.amazon/B0ioNH8L0

- Meta Ray-Ban Audio Clubmaster: https://link.amazon/B0cS3sS69

Apple iPhone 18 Pro/Pro Max and AirPods 5 review, Snap Specs, MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro, travel tech showcase, and more with Josh Kirschner of Techlicious Sep 20, 2026

Show notes

It's time for episode 497 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Josh Kirschner of Techlicious -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In today's show, we review Apple's iPhone 18 Pro/Pro Max and AirPods 5. We then showcase some of our favorite travel tech (see affiliate links below), and discuss Snap Specs and the state of smart glasses in general. Finally, we cover rumors, leaks, and news from Apple, Samsung, MediaTek, Vivo, Oppo, Honor, and Microsoft... Phew!

Episode Links

- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl

- Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/

- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech

- Josh Kirschner: https://twitter.com/joshkirschner

- Apple iPhone 18 Pro/Pro Max review video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ohqxP8EEumo

- Apple iPhone 18 Pro/Pro Max review: https://www.theverge.com/tech/995945/iphone-18-pro-max-review-camera-aperture

- Apple AirPods 5 review: https://www.theverge.com/tech/995273/airpods-5-wireless-charging-case-review

- Apple iOS 27 now available for select iPhones: https://www.gsmarena.com/ios_27_now_seeding_here_are_all_the_iphones_getting_it_-news-74617.php

- Samsung One UI 9 now available for Galaxy S26 series: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_officially_releases_one_ui_9_based_on_android_17_for_the_galaxy_s26_s26_and_s26_ultra-news-74642.php

- Snap Specs eyes-on: https://www.theverge.com/tech/996422/snap-specs-hands-on-ar-glasses

- MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro: https://hothardware.com/news/mediatek-dimensity-9600-pro-30b-ai-up-to-185fps-gaming

- Vivo X500 Pro Max coming Sep 21 with Dimensity 9600: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_x500_pro_and_x500_pro_max_will_be_the_first_to_use_mediateks_dimensity_9600_pro-news-74632.php

- Oppo Find X10 Pro Max coming Sep 22 wih Dimensity 9600: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_oppo_find_x10_pro_max_is_one_of_the_first_dimensity_9600_pro_phones_will_be_available_globally-news-74621.php

- Honor Robot Phone teardown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EnWmuc-J8i8

- Honor teases Magic9 design coming Sep 28 with 11,000mAh battery option: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_reveals_magic9_series_designs_and_colors_super_edition_to_get_11000mah_battery-news-74601.php

- Microsoft event Oct 7: https://www.gsmarena.com/microsoft_announces_october_7_windows_and_surface_event-news-74635.php

Affiliate Links (If you use these links to buy something, we might earn a commission)

- Anker Soundcore Sleep A30: https://link.amazon/B0dx85Zwe

- Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro: https://link.amazon/B0cAYV3pe

- INIU SnapGo Air: https://link.amazon/B0aHXYq1i

- Anker Nano 45W with display: https://link.amazon/B0gtSnXyG

- Shokz OpenFit Pro: https://link.amazon/B0jcOJk1s

- Samsung Galaxy Buds4: https://link.amazon/B02kl1BC2

- Apple AirPods 5: https://link.amazon/B06UmJ2YQ

- Sony WH-1000XM6: https://link.amazon/B0blkhz5a

- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: https://link.amazon/B031wEijB

- Samsers ultra-slim foldable Bluetooth keyboard: https://link.amazon/B03AbDQuI

Apple iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 Pro/Pro Max first impressions, Xiaomi 18 Fold, Poco F9 Pro/Ultra, and more with Matt Swider of The Shortcut Sep 13, 2026

Show notes

Join me for episode 496 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Matt Swider of The Shortcut -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In this week's show, we recap the Apple event and share our first impressions of the iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro/Pro Max, Apple Watch Ultra 4/series 12, and AirPods 5. We then discuss my hands-on with Honor's Robot Phone, plus new handsets from Xiaomi, Poco, and Motorola. Finally, we cover news, leaks, and rumors from Honor, Oppo, and Huawei.

Episode Links

- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl

- Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/

- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech

- Matt Swider: https://www.threads.com/@mattswider

- Matt's recap of the Apple event: https://www.theshortcut.com/p/apple-iphone-duo-event-live-blog

- Matt's Apple iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 Pro/Pro Max first impressions: https://www.theshortcut.com/p/iphone-duo-first-look

- Apple iPhone Duo alternatives: https://www.gsmarena.com/here_are_the_apple_iphone_duo_alternatives-news-74560.php

- Xiaomi 18 Fold: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8iWRnEq6DQ

- My IFA 2026 recap article (with Honor Robot Phone hands-on): https://hothardware.com/reviews/ifa-2026-recap-colorful-laptops-nvidia-rtx-spark-machines-and-robot-phones

- My IFA 2026 recap video (with Honor Robot Phone hands-on): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LPpQMiaBTT4

- Honor Magic9 Pro Max video leaks, coming Sep 28: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_honor_magic9_pro_max_stars_in_a_handson_video_before_its_official_announcement-news-74542.php

- Moto Edge 70+: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_edge_70_plus_razr_70_with_crystals_watch_ultra_handson-news-74468.php

- Poco F9 Pro/Ultra: https://www.gsmarena.com/poco_f9_pro_and_f9_ultra_announced_-news-74425.php

- Oppo details Find X10 series cameras: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_find_x10_to_feature_dual_200mp_cameras_pro_max_gets_open_gate-news-74555.php

- Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_mate_xt_2_ultimate_design_is_official_with_a_kirin_9050_pro_soc_5600mah_battery-news-74503.php

- My silicon-carbon battery story: https://www.tomsguide.com/phones/i-interviewed-honor-and-oneplus-about-their-silicon-carbon-battery-tech-apple-and-google-are-quickly-falling-behind

Affiliate Links (If you use these links to buy something, we might earn a commission)

- Apple MacBook Neo: https://link.amazon/A0gLI0s07

- Apple iPhone 17 Pro: https://link.amazon/B0b89kaoS

- Apple Watch Ultra 4: https://link.amazon/B0f4TzUW4

- Apple AirPods 5: https://link.amazon/B06UmJ2YQ

- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: https://link.amazon/B031wEijB

IFA 2026 recap, Lenovo IdeaPad Vibe and Yoga Pro 9n, ASUS ProArt P14 and P16, Moto Watch Ultra, and more with Nick Gray and Adam Doud Sep 06, 2026

Show notes

Welcome to episode 495 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Nick Gray (Phandroid) and Adam Doud (SlashGear) -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In this episode, we recap IFA 2026 and discuss Lenovo's IdeaPad Vibe and Yoga Pro 9n, ASUS' ProArt P14 and P16, plus new laptops from Acer and Dell. We also cover the Moto Watch Ultra, new phones from Xiaomi and TCL, and much more. Enjoy :)

Episode Links

- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl

- Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/

- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech

- Nick Gray: https://www.threads.net/@nickmgray

- Adam Doud: https://www.threads.net/@deadtechnology

- IFA 2026 recap: https://www.techradar.com/tech/ifa-2026-best-in-show-awards-our-25-favorite-reveals-at-the-berlin-tech-expo-from-somersaulting-robots-to-modular-solar-batteries-for-renters

- Lenovo IdeaPad Vibe: https://phandroid.com/2026/09/03/lenovos-new-699-99-laptops-finally-skip-the-boring-black-look/

- Lenovo Yoga Pro 9n: https://www.engadget.com/2250161/lenovo-yoga-pro-9n-nvidia-rtx-spark-ifa-2026/

- ASUS ProArt P14: https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/laptops/macbook-pro-14-inch-vs-asus-proart-p14-nvidia-rtx-spark

- ASUS ProArt P16 and GR1X: https://www.howtogeek.com/rtx-spark-hands-on-asus-dell-microsoft/

- Acer Swift Blade 14: https://www.techradar.com/computing/windows-laptops/the-new-acer-swift-blade-14-is-the-worlds-lightest-laptop-to-be-launched-globally

- Dell 14S: https://www.pcmag.com/news/dell-14s-unveiled-another-full-metal-macbook-neo-challenger-ifa-2026

- Moto Watch Ultra: https://phandroid.com/2026/09/03/motorola-is-launching-its-first-ever-lte-smartwatch-for-349-99/

- Xiaomi 18 Fold: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_18_fold_gets_its_first_official_look_ahead_of_september_7_launch-news-74446.php

- TCL P80 Ultra: https://www.androidpolice.com/tcl-p80-ultra-hands-on-why-no-one-copying/

- Tecno Bezelless concept: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ngPkbaZliaU

- Ulefone/RugOne Xsnap 7 Pro: https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/rugone-xnap-7-pro-hands-on

- Anker Soundcore Sleep earbuds 4 Pro: https://www.theverge.com/tech/988265/anker-sleep-earbuds-4-pro-price-date-specs

- Ugreen MagFlow Pro Magnetic Power Bank: https://www.techlicious.com/blog/ugreen-bets-on-a-999-ai-hub-to-run-your-whole-smart-home/

Affiliate Links (If you use these links to buy something, we might earn a commission)

- Apple MacBook Neo: https://amzn.to/45Z2JRP

- Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5X: https://amzn.to/3TcvXd7

- ASUS Zenbook A14: https://amzn.to/3SU9mSu

- Xiaomi 17T Pro: https://amzn.to/4iO3tRc

- Ugreen MagFlow Pro: https://amzn.to/4yrG5Oc

Dell XPS 13 review, Samsung Galaxy S26 FE, Apple Mac mini M6/M5 Pro and Mac Studio M5 Max/Ultra, and more with Marc Saltzman of Tech It Out Aug 30, 2026

Show notes

Tune into episode 494 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Marc Saltzman of Tech It Out -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In this week's show, we review Dell's ultra thin and light XPS 13 laptop TCL's Tab 8 NXTPaper 5G tablet , and Hypershell's X Ultra S exoskeleton. We then discuss Samsung's new Galaxy S26 FE plus Apple's Mac mini M6 and M5 Pro and Mac Studio M5 Max and M5 Ultra. Finally, we cover rumors, leaks, and news from Samsung, Apple, Qualcomm, and Gamescom.

Episode Links

- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl

- Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/

- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech

- Marc Saltzman: https://www.threads.com/@marcsaltzman

- Mark's Dell XPS 13 review: https://www.reviewed.com/laptops/content/dell-xps-13-dx13260-review

- Samsung Galaxy S26 FE: https://www.theverge.com/report/985187/samsung-galaxy-s26-fe-hands-on-preview-specs-features-design

- Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra renders leak: https://www.gsmarena.com/take_a_look_at_the_samsung_galaxy_s27_ultra_in_some_fresh_highquality_cad_renders-news-74333.php

- Apple iPhone event is Sep 9: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_schedules_iphone_event_for_september_9-news-74357.php

- Apple Mac mini M6 (2nm) and M5 Pro plus Mac Studio M5 Max and M5 Ultra: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_announces_new_mac_mini_and_mac_studio_with_m6_and_m5_chips-news-74335.php

- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and Gen 6 Pro to reach 5GHz: https://www.gsmarena.com/qualcomm_confirms_that_its_next_snapdragon_flagship_platform_will_reach_5ghz-news-74343.php

- Mark's Gamescom / Stage Tour coverage: https://ca.news.yahoo.com/saltzman-play-gamescom-2026-154307087.html

- TCL Tab 8 NXTPaper 5G review: https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/tcl-tab-8-nxtpaper-5g

- Hypershell X Ultra S review: https://www.wired.com/review/hypershell-x-ultra-s/

Affiliate Links (If you use these links to buy something, we might earn a commission)

- Dell XPS 13 2026: https://amzn.to/4zSOvjg

- Samsung Galaxy S26: https://amzn.to/4xqbws1

- Apple Mac mini M6: https://amzn.to/45XFyaA

- Apple MacBook Neo: https://amzn.to/45Z2JRP

- TCL NXTPaper 11 Plus: https://amzn.to/4xwpPvh

Google Pixel 11 series and Pixel Watch 5 review, Fairphone 6+, CMF Buds Neo, and more with David Cogen of TheUnlockr Aug 23, 2026

Show notes

It's time for episode 493 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest David Cogen of TheUnlockr -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In today's show, we review Google's new Pixel 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro XL, and 11 Pro Fold, plus Google's Pixel Watch 5. We then discuss the Fairphone 6+ and CMF Buds Neo, and cover news, rumors, and leaks from Google, Samsung, and Qualcomm. Also in this episode: stupid pigeons!

Episode Links

- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl

- Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/

- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech

- David Cogen: https://www.threads.com/@theunlockr

- My Google Pixel 11 series review: https://hothardware.com/reviews/google-pixel-11-series-review-tensor-g6-hilight-cameras-prices

- Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold review: https://www.theverge.com/tech/981956/google-pixel-11-pro-fold-review

- Google Pixel Watch 5 review: https://www.theverge.com/tech/981957/google-pixel-watch-5-review-wearables-smartwatch

- GoogleBooks are coming Sept 15: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_will_announce_the_new_googlebooks_and_accompanying_os_on_september_15-news-74240.php

- David's Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 real-world test: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RpNpAWle2EQ

- Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is coming Aug 27: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_sets_the_date_for_the_galaxy_s26_fe_unveiling__its_coming_next_week-news-74245.php

- Fairphone 6+: https://www.gsmarena.com/fairphone_6_is_now_official_and_coming_to_the_us-news-74226.php

- CMF Buds Neo: https://www.gsmarena.com/cmf_buds_neo_goes_official_with_anc_and_up_to_52_hour_total_battery_life-news-74263.php

- Qualcomm teases two Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chips: https://www.gsmarena.com/qualcomms_new_teaser_confirms_that_two_snapdragon_8_elite_gen_6_socs_are_coming-news-74252.php

- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 V Series: https://www.androidauthority.com/redmi-k100-pro-qualcomm-snapdragon-8-elite-gen-5v-chip-3694293/

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- Google Pixel 11: https://amzn.to/4fXhJp6

- Google Pixel 11 Pro XL: https://amzn.to/4ccXbH1

- Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold: https://amzn.to/4qncJO4

- Fairphone 6+: https://amzn.to/3SSspMS

- CMF Clip Pro: https://amzn.to/4wkxCuH

Google Pixel 11 series and Pixel Watch 5 first impressions, Honor Robot Phone, and more with YouTube creator Jaime Rivera Aug 16, 2026

Show notes

Join me for episode 492 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest and YouTube creator Jaime Rivera -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In this episode, we dive into the details and share our first impressions of Google's fresh new Pixel 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro XL, and 11 Pro Fold, alongside Google's Pixel Watch 5. We then share our thoughts on Honor's super cool Robot Phone, which is finally available in China. Enjoy :)

Episode Links

- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl

- Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/

- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech

- Jaime Rivera: https://www.threads.com/@jaimerivera

- Jaime's Google Pixel 11 series hands-on video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zzT6DzSkRJQ

- Google Pixel 11 Pro series: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_unveils_the_pixel_11_pro_and_11_pro_xl_the_new_pixel_11_pro_fold_joins_them-news-74139.php

- Google Pixel 11: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_google_pixel_11_arrives_with_tensor_g6_and_faster_charging-news-74137.php

- Google Pixel 11 series uses MediaTek M90 5G modem: https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/google-pixel/the-pixel-11-series-is-here-but-google-saved-the-big-upgrades-for-the-pro-models

- Google Pixel Watch 5: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_watch_5_is_official_with_gemini_intelligence_improved_health_tracking-news-74140.php

- My Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Z Fold8 Ultra review: https://hothardware.com/reviews/samsung-galaxy-z-fold8-and-z-fold8-ultra-review-wide-is-the-way

- Honor Robot Phone hands-on: https://www.theverge.com/gadgets/978314/honor-robot-phone-hands-on-impressions-test-gimbal-camera

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- Google Pixel 11: https://amzn.to/4fXhJp6

- Google Pixel 11 Pro XL: https://amzn.to/4ccXbH1

- Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold: https://amzn.to/4qncJO4

- Google Pixel Watch 5: https://amzn.to/4gjAXnS

- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: https://amzn.to/4ghuERI

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Watch Ultra2 review, XREAL xbx A01+ review, Clicks Power Keyboard and CMF Clip Pro first impressions, OnePlus N6x, and more with Rich DeMuro of Rich on Tech Aug 09, 2026

Show notes

This is episode 491 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Rich DeMuro of Rich on Tech -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In this week's show, we review Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Watch Ultra2, plus XREAL's xbx A01+ glasses. We also share our first impressions of Clicks' Power Keyboard, CMF's Clip Pro earbuds, and EZQuest's Pro Series 8-in-1 hub, then cover news, leaks, and rumors from Apple, Google, Redmi, OnePlus, and Aptera.

Episode Links

- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl

- Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/

- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech

- Rich Demuro: https://www.threads.com/@richontech

- Rich's Samsung Unpacked recap: https://richontech.tv/p/foldable-phones-still-have-one-big

- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra review: https://www.engadget.com/2228942/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-8-ultra-review/

- Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2 review: https://www.techradar.com/health-fitness/smartwatches/samsung-galaxy-watch-ultra-2-review

- XREAL xbx A01+ glasses review: https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/xreal-ao1-plus-budget-display-glasses-hands-on-commentary/

- CMF Clip Pro earbuds: https://www.theverge.com/gadgets/974933/nothing-cmf-clip-pro-open-ear-buds-price-launch

- Clicks Power Keyboard: https://www.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/reviews/clicks-power-keyboard

- EZQuest Pro Series 8-in-1 hub: https://www.macworld.com/article/3140947/ezquest-usb-4-dual-display-8-in-1-hub-pro-series-review-two-displays-no-software-required.html

- Apple iPhone Air 2 rumors: https://www.gsmarena.com/iphone_air_2s_upgrades_detailed_in_a_new_research_note-news-73969.php

- Google Pixel 11 Pro XL renders leak: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_11_pro_xl_stars_in_some_new_leaked_renders-news-74001.php

- Google Pixel 11 renders leak: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_11_leaks_in_some_fresh_new_renders_too-news-73963.php

- Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold renders leak: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_google_pixel_11_pro_fold_renders_leak-news-73945.php

- Redmi K100 Pro with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 V chip coming Aug 11: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_k100_pro_to_use_a_snapdragon_8_elite_gen_5_v_soc_design_and_key_specs_revealed-news-73993.php

- OnePlus N6x: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_n6x_debuts_with_a_dimensity_6360_apex_chipset_a_7000mah_battery-news-73950.php

- Rich's Aptera first impressions: https://richontech.tv/p/i-took-a-ride-in-a-car-powered-by

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 review, Google Pixel 11 series leaks, Apple Upgrade program, Light Flip, US foreign robot ban, and more with Will Sattelberg of 9to5Google Aug 02, 2026

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Tune into episode 490 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Will Sattelberg of 9to5Google -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In today's show, we review Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold8 and discuss the latest Google Pixel 11 series leaks. We also share our thoughts on Apple's Upgrade program and the US foreign robot ban, then cover news, leaks, and rumors from Apple, Light, Honor, OnePlus, Nothing, MediaTek, and Qualcomm. Good times!

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- Will Sattelberg: https://www.threads.com/@willsattelberg

- Samsung Galaxy Z8 series recap: https://9to5google.com/2026/07/22/heres-everything-new-on-samsungs-galaxy-z-fold-8-series-flip-and-new-galaxy-watch-is-it-enough/

- Ben's Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 review: https://9to5google.com/2026/07/31/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-8-review/

- Dom's Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 review: https://www.theverge.com/tech/972387/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-8-review

- Google Pixel 11 Pro teaser: https://9to5google.com/2026/07/29/pixel-11-pro-teaser-2/

- Google Pixel 11 series pricing leak: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_leak_claims_the_pixel_11_and_pixel_11_pro_may_actually_be_cheaper_than_their_predecessors-news-73913.php

- Google Pixel 11 series colors leak: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_leaked_renders_reveal_every_color_option_for_the_pixel_11_lineup-news-73839.php

- Apple Upgrade program: https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/28/apple-upgrade-leasing-program-debuts-how-it-works/

- Apple Mac roadmap leaks: https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/22/apples-huge-mac-roadmap-revealed-in-new-report/

- Light Flip: https://9to5google.com/2026/07/21/light-flip-minimalist-phone-announcement/

- Light founders interview: https://9to5google.com/2026/07/27/the-sideload-040-finding-digital-peace-with-light-phone/

- Honor Robot Phone camera details, coming Aug 12: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_details_robot_phone_cameras_ahead_of_launch-news-73905.php

- OnePlus 16 rumors: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_leak_points_to_october_launch_for_the_oneplus_16-news-73891.php

- Nothing downsizing rumors: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_denies_plans_to_exit_12_global_markets_says_its_fake_news-news-73895.php

- Nothing Wear OS smartwatch rumors: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothings_first_smartwatch_to_launch_in_september_tipster_claims-news-73901.php

- MediaTek Dimensity 9600 rumors: https://www.gsmarena.com/mediateks_appleinspired_dimensity_9600_variants_revealed-news-73893.php

- Third Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip rumor: https://www.gsmarena.com/qualcomm_is_allegedly_launching_a_new_snapdragon_8_elite_gen_5_soc_this_year-news-73846.php

- US bans foreign robots: https://9to5google.com/2026/07/29/robot-vacuum-us-government-ban/

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Qualcomm at Galaxy Unpacked, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Z Fold8, Z Flip8, Watch Ultra2, and Watch9 hands-on and first impressions with Chris Patrick and Michael Fisher Jul 26, 2026

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Welcome to episode 489 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Chris Patrick (Qualcomm) and Michael Fisher (Mr. Mobile) -- brought to you by Qualcomm. This episode comes in two parts. First, we talk about Qualcomm's contribution to the new devices Samsung launched at Galaxy Unpacked, including the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy and the Snapdragon Wear Elite SoCs. Second (18:32), we share our first impressions of Samsung's new folding phones and smartwatches, and dive into the pros and cons of the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Z Fold8, Z Flip8, Watch Ultra2, and Watch9. Enjoy :)

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- Qualcomm at Galaxy Unpacked: https://www.qualcomm.com/snapdragon/news/meet-samsung-s-latest-flagship-devices-all-powered-by-snapdragon

- Chris Patrick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-patrick-754611b0/

- Michael Fisher: https://www.threads.com/@captain2phones

- Michael's Galaxy Z8 series hands-on video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nw5h-Vdeb6o

- My Galaxy Z8 series hands-on article: https://hothardware.com/reviews/samsung-galaxy-z8-series-hands-on

- My Galaxy Z8 series hands-on video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Z1lKw0EWRg

- My silicon-carbon battery article: https://www.tomsguide.com/phones/i-interviewed-honor-and-oneplus-about-their-silicon-carbon-battery-tech-apple-and-google-are-quickly-falling-behind

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