Android expert Juan Bagnell joins the hosts to discuss Dave Burke's departure from Android, Android 15 Beta 3, RCS messaging on iOS, upcoming Samsung smartwatches, Honor 200 line, AR computing devices, and latest app updates like YouTube supporting Google Lens.
Honor introduces the Honor 200 Pro with a focus on photography and collaboration with Harcourt studio.
Google Pixel Watch 3 XL features a larger screen, thicker design, and potential battery improvements.
Samsung reveals the Galaxy Watch Fan Edition and Galaxy Watch Ultra targeting health market with unique designs and practical charging cases.
Deep dives
Honor 200 Series Launch Globally
Honor introduces the Honor 200 and the Honor 200 Pro globally, with the Pro variant featuring a 6.78-inch OLED display, Snapdragon 8S Gen 3, 12GB RAM, and 512GB storage. The devices emphasize portrait photography with a collaboration with French photography studio Harcourt, offering a triple 50MP camera setup and enhanced AI portrait engine for optimal portrait shots.
Pixel Watch 3 XL Details Revealed
The Google Pixel Watch 3 XL features a 1.5-inch circular display and a thicker design at 13.89mm. It is expected to offer a larger battery and improved sensors. The design includes a raised pillared case for charging, and bands may not be interchangeable between the normal and XL versions. The Pixel Watch appeals to a wider range of wrist sizes with its larger screen and thicker build.
Samsung Galaxy Watch Series Unveiled
Samsung introduces the Galaxy Watch Fan Edition (FE) and the Galaxy Watch Ultra, targeting the health and wellness market. The FE offers wellness features in an affordable package, while the Ultra features a distinct design with a 'squircle' shape, a larger 47mm case, and potential additional health monitoring capabilities. The charging case for the Galaxy Ring is modern and practical, resembling traditional Bud's cases for easy charging.
Honor’s Latest Phone Releases
Honor unveiled the Honor Magic V Flip, featuring a large cover display that can showcase entire apps, powered by a Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset with advanced camera features and endorsed by Jimmy Choo. The device boasts a 6.8-inch inner display, innovative folding design, and a substantial battery capacity, showcasing the company's inclination towards innovative flipable design and luxury collaborations.
Integration of Android Stack in Chrome OS
Google announced plans to integrate portions of the Android stack into Chrome OS, including adopting Android's Bluetooth Stack for enhanced compatibility with Bluetooth devices. While the move aims to streamline development and improve compatibility, concerns arise in the open-source community about potential impacts on Chrome OS development and innovation. This decision aligns with Google's push towards integrating Chrome OS and Android, possibly leading Chrome OS towards becoming an Android distribution, catering to desktop needs.
