Android Faithful

Forgive us for another time-delayed episode but we promise its for good reason. Florence and Jason have been using the new Pixel 10 Pro for almost a full week and in good parental fashion are prepared with their Yucks and Yums of their time with Google's latest and greatest! Also, Huyen shares the developer perspective on the news that Google wants developers to de-anonymize themselves when bringing apps to Android.Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor0:04:16 - NEWSGoogle wants to make sideloading Android apps safer by verifying developers’ identitiesAndroid 16 QPR2 Beta 1 is hereGoogle's not done yet, with a new Android Canary release arriving for testersPATRON PICK: Android 16's power button wallet shortcut is strangely exclusive0:29:55 - HARDWAREFlorence and Jason share their favorites (yums) and not so favorites (yucks) about the Pixel 10Check out Jason's video on Material 3 Expressive0:59:28 - APPSGoogle Translate is ready to replace Duolingo in your lifeSpotify still doesn't offer Hi-Fi audio, but now you can harass your friends about their music tastes in a messageGemini app getting major image editing upgrade with ‘nano banana’1:07:24 - FEEDBACKKyle ordered the Pixel 10 Fold, but might not keep itKev things the temperature sensor is a feature worth havingBrian does not like the changes to the Google Contacts app Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mindy Brooks, VP of Product Management and UX for the Android Platform, joins us on Android Faithful to dig into the story behind Material 3 Expressive. We dive into the four-year journey from Material You to today’s big redesign, including how Google balanced personalization with accessibility and why user feedback shaped key decisions like the upcoming blur toggle. We also explore how Material 3 Expressive touches all kinds of surfaces, plus the small details that might make you smile.Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor00:00⁠ - Podcast begins04:54⁠ - Introducing Mindy Brooks from Google05:24⁠ - From Material You to Material 3 Expressive: Why now?07:48 - Balancing design flexibility with user preferences10:15 ⁠ - Addressing accessibility and readability in Material 312:54 - The upcoming blur toggle customization14:05 - What’s new in dynamic color theming15:31 - Subtle tweaks, haptics, and animations that delight17:30⁠ - How Google decides where to add polish and detail19:24 - Availability of Material 3 Expressive on Pixel 1020:14⁠ - Closing thoughts and thanks to Mindy Brooks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mishaal Rahman, an Android expert, joins the discussion to unpack the exciting launch of the Pixel 10 lineup. They dive into the impressive features of the Pixel 10 and Pro models, especially advancements in camera technology and AI capabilities. The conversation also highlights the new Pixel Watch 4 and its innovative functionalities. Plus, they explore tech innovations in the competitive landscape, including Samsung's latest offerings and Google's gamified language learning enhancements in Google Translate.

This week we have lots to speculate about (Google TV, Pixel 10s) and lots to celebrate (Android 17's Dessert Name) and lots to mourn (Goodbye Amazon App Store) and that's enough to keep Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards busy for another week that was in Android...Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor00:09:13 - NEWSLots of questions about the future of Google TVWe hope you like Cinnamon, because we have the Dessert Name for Android 17!Patron Pick: People are not happy with the Android Auto Material Makeover00:34:14 - HARDWARESo many Made By Google Pixel 10 lineup leaks, are there ANY surprises left?Yes, the Pixel Tablet stylus is real and you could order it from Amazon?Yet another attempt to make a phone in the US that's privacy based. Should you buy it? Well....Don't miss Florence Ion's full review of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 700:55:07 - APPSMicrosoft and Motorola team up on a camera based AI interaction that seems awfully familiar...And Microsoft is killing a very popular app for who knows whyInstagram added a Map based view and here's how you can disable your location from the appGoodbye Amazon Android App Store, it was fun while it lasted01:08:16 - FEEDBACKCraig writes in with the PRO Lanyard POV Daniel from Colorado has a tale of using a phone for more than 4 yearsAdam in San Diego weighs in on where the back button should be placed Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The dog days of summer are upon us, but that doesn't stop Jason Howell, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards from talking about the latest legal drama and phone release rumors, plus a good dose of AI ethical conundrums.Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor00:04:12 - NEWSA major advancement in Epic Games legal victory over GoogleMachine Learning used to estimate user's ages? Of course Google is doing that....Samsung's use of the three button navigation in Android is under the microscopePatron Pick: Speaking of Age Verification, the EU is going the down the app route00:25:20 - HARDWAREBig reveals from Samsung as to what's coming from the tri-fold phone to the Android XR headsetCould much of Google's Pixel 10 launch devices not be shipping until October?Bringing back repairability, the Fairphone 6 raises the bar00:46:11 - APPSSome impressive changes are coming to Chrome on AndroidNeed a 2FA Authenticator app? Proton has you covered with this new FREE appGemini can now generate 10 page storybooks for you01:00:21 - FEEDBACKJames, Oxfordshire, UK chimes in on the PIxel A series battery discussionKiril remembers the Game FramePeter loves his TCL NXTPAPER 14 tablet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hosts dive into the world of foldable tech with a lively review of the Galaxy Z Fold 7, sharing firsthand experiences from a music festival. They discuss the exciting new Pixel features, including MagSafe integration and a live voicemail function. Safety concerns arise from the Pixel 6A's battery issues, sparking important conversations about device reliability. Listeners are treated to humor and nostalgia as hosts reflect on older tech, while innovative album art displays and AI video features enhance the charm of modern devices.

Dive into the intriguing world of Google's Gemini innovations, featuring exciting text-to-video capabilities. Explore the legal battles over tech leaks that have the industry buzzing. Discover the upcoming Pixel 10 and its stunning camera updates alongside the revival of classic smartwatches. Investigate the hurdles of adopting silicon-carbon batteries in smartphones and the potential shifts in battery technology. Lastly, the hosts engage in lighthearted discussions about innovative new gadgets and user feedback on current Android devices.

Ready yourselves for some supersized action with Jason, Mishaal, Huyen, and Flo discussing what has been a rather consequential week in the world of Android. From boots on the ground at Samsung Unpacked, to Jason's unboxing of the Nothing Phone 3, to a new Android Canary track for the brave, the top Google brass acknowledging that Android and ChromeOS are merging! You don't want to miss this one.Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor00:05:38 - NEWSI think you see the future first on Android' – Google's Android leader Sameer SamatIntroducing the Canary channelThis new Android Canary feature will let you stop HDR photos from blinding you at nightAndroid's first Canary build adds screen saver features made for phones with Qi2Android's first Canary release brings a major upgrade to split-screen multitaskingPatron Pick: HMD is ‘scaling back’ in the US, killing Nokia all over again00:38:06 - HARDWARESamsung Galaxy Unpacked recap: Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7 and FE, Watch 8Circle to Search Gets AI Mode, Gaming Help Arrives, and Pixel Watch Finally Gets GeminiFlo's Newsletter: Foldables Still Cost Too MuchJason unboxes the Nothing Phone 301:23:37 - APPSGoogle adds Photo-to-Video Feature to Gemini and It's Actually Mind-BlowingFirst look at Gemini Space: Google's Now Bar-like upgrade to Pixel's At a GlanceGemini now directly powers your Google Home broadcasts01:34:15 - FEEDBACKSimon is not a millionaire yet still decided to buy the Galaxy Z Fold 7Gary wonders where birthdays went in Google CalendarTharanga won't rush into Android 16 on the Pixel 6 Pro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Robby Stein, VP of Product Management, Search at Google, as he dives into the fascinating world of AI mode in Google Search. He shares exclusive insights on how AI handles complex queries, enhancing user experience. The hosts discuss the excitement surrounding the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event, teasing new foldable devices and smartwatches. Robby also gives live demos that illustrate AI's practical applications. Tune in for an engaged conversation about the future of tech and the innovations on the horizon!

Picking things up for the next 100 episodes, Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman, Jason Howell and Ron Richards traverse the wild range of Android filled with more advancements in AI and new phones hitting the market in this extended edition of Android Faithful, because you demanded it!Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor00:08:51 - NEWSFinally, the inevitable begins to happen as Gemini starts to take over Assistant on Android devicesPoking holes in Google's Find Hub network and how to fix itJapan blocks the sale of Pixel 7s, could this be trouble for Google?PATRON PICK: Android 16 can warn you that you might be connected to a fake cell tower00:37:14 - HARDWAREHands on review of the Nothing Headphones (1)Nothing releases the Nothing Phone (3) and it's impressive!The Unihertz Titan 2 is wild with it's physical keyboard, crazy aspect ratio, second screen and low price!The Vivo Fold 5 makes it's official debut and its the lightest foldable on the market AND it supports the Apple Watch (for real!)And the Xiaomi MIX Flip 2 was announced, bringing more to one of the best foldable we can't buy01:18:56 - APPSThe Android Phone app is getting an Material 3 Expressive redesign and old is newMove over Veo 3, Adobe has Firefly for all your AI image and video generation needsGoogle fixes Search via Ask Photos powered by Gemini (finally) and impresses with Doppl01:33:43 - COMMUNITYJoe reminisces about his old Pixel Watch faces Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.