

Mobile Tech Podcast with tnkgrl Myriam Joire
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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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Feb 5, 2023 • 1h 10min
Samsung Unpacked recap, Galaxy S23 and Book3 series first impressions, Nothing Phone (2) details, and more with Nirave Gondhia of The Shortcut
Welcome to episode 307 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Nirave Gondhia of The Shortcut -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In today's show, we recap Samsung's latest Unpacked event, and share our first impressions of the Galaxy S23 and Galaxy Book3 series. We also discuss the upcoming Nothing Phone (2), OnePlus folding phones, and Oppo Find X6 series, then cover news, leaks, and rumors from Vivo, Sony, and Apple... Fun!Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech- Nirave Gondhia: https://twitter.com/nirave- My Samsung Galaxy S23 series hands-on: https://hothardware.com/reviews/samsung-galaxy-s23-series-hands-on- Vivo X90 Pro now available globally: https://www.theverge.com/2023/2/3/23582760/vivo-x90-pro-price-release-date-features-1-inch-sensor-camera-120w-fast-charging- Nirave's Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra hands-on: https://www.theshortcut.com/p/samsung-galaxy-book-3-ultra- Nothing Phone (2) coming to the US: https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-phone-2-us-release-2023/- OnePlus folding phone names: https://9to5google.com/2023/01/30/oneplus-foldable-names/- Oppo Find X6 series details: https://www.gsmarena.com/three_oppo_find_x6_models_leak_including_pro_with_snapdragon_8_gen_2_1inch_sensor-news-57379.php- Sony Xperia 1 V leaks: https://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_1_v_image_leaks_it_might_literally_be_the_hottest_snapdragon_8_gen_2_device-news-57429.php- Apple folding iPad rumors: https://www.macrumors.com/2023/01/30/foldable-ipad-kickstand-2024/

Jan 29, 2023 • 1h 3min
RedMagic 8 Pro review, Apple M2 MacBook Pro & Mac mini review, OnePlus leaks & rumors, and more with Rich Woods of XDA Developers
Tune into episode 306 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Rich Woods of XDA Developers -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In this week's episode, we review Nubia's gorgeous RedMagic 8 Pro gaming phone, plus Apple's M2 MacBook Pro and Mac mini. We then discuss LG's new Gram laptops, plus the latest OnePlus leaks and rumors. Finally, we cover news from Razer and Moto. Enjoy :)Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech- Rich Woods: https://twitter.com/therichwoods- Razer Edge 5G now available: https://www.xda-developers.com/razer-edge-5g-now-available/- RedMagic 8 Pro review: https://www.xda-developers.com/redmagic-8-pro-review/- Apple M2 MacBook Pro and Mac mini reviews: https://www.xda-developers.com/macbook-pro-2023-launch/- Apple SSD gate: https://www.xda-developers.com/macbook-pro-2023-slower-512gb-ssd/- Rich's LG Gram hands-on: https://www.xda-developers.com/hands-on-lg-gram-style/- OnePlus 11 and Buds Pro 2 are here: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cn2YrFAvXgs/- OnePlus 11R rumors: https://www.xda-developers.com/oneplus-11r-launch-confirmed/- OnePlus mechanical keyboard teaser: https://www.xda-developers.com/oneplus-keyboard-february-7-launch/- OnePlus Tab leaks: https://www.xda-developers.com/oneplus-pad-tablet-renders/- New Moto G phones abroad: https://www.xda-developers.com/motorola-moto-g13-g23-g53-g73-launch/

Jan 23, 2023 • 1h 19min
Exploring satellite smartphone connectivity with MediaTek, Apple M2 MacBook Pros and Mac minis, and much more with Cliff Lin, Finbarr Moynihan, and Mark Linsangan
This is episode 305 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Cliff Lin and Finbarr Moynihan (MediaTek), plus Mark Linsangan (HeyMarkL) -- brought to you by MediaTek. This episode comes in two parts. First, we explore how MediaTek is implementing 3GPP NTN satellite smartphone connectivity. Second (18:46), we discuss Apple's new M2 MacBook Pros and Mac minis, Sony's latest Walkmans, Samsung's 200MP Isocell HP2, and Google's Pixel Fold. Finally, we cover a few leaks and rumors... Phew!Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- MediaTek: http://www.poweredbymediatek.com/ (sponsor)- MediaTek satellite smartphone connectivity: https://www.mediatek.com/blog/how-mediatek-is-driving-the-key-tech-trends-from-ces-2023- Cliff Lin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cliff-lin-52269321/- Finbarr Moynihan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/finbarr-moynihan-b653b51/- Mark Linsangan: https://twitter.com/HeyMarkL- Apple M2 MacBook Pros and Mac minis: https://www.engadget.com/apple-updates-its-mac-book-pros-with-m-2-pro-and-max-chips-143848558.html- Sony Walkmans: https://www.inverse.com/gear/sony-walkman-nw-zx707-nw-a306-music-player- Samsung 200 MP Isocell HP2: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_introduces_its_best_200_mp_sensor_isocell_hp2_galaxy_s23_ultra-news-57214.php- Samsung S23 Ultra specs: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s23_ultra_entire_specs_sheet_leaks_in_full-news-57236.php- Samsung Galaxy S23 and S23+ specs: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s23_galaxy_s23_plus_leaked_full_specs_images-news-57232.php- Google Pixel Fold dummy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7SIlor1Zi9w- Google Pixel 8 rumors: https://www.androidpolice.com/google-pixel-8/

Jan 16, 2023 • 1h 12min
CES 2023 leftovers, Snapdragon Satellite, Qi2 wireless charging, Pixel 7a leaks, and touchscreen MacBook rumors with Joe Maring of Digital Trends
Join me for episode 304 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Joe Maring of Digital Trends -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In this week's show, we cover the rest of CES 2023, like Qualcomm's Snapdragon Satellite, Qi2 wireless charging, and HTC's Vive XR Elite. We then discuss the latest news, leaks, and rumors from Samsung, Google, and Apple.Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech- Joe Maring: https://twitter.com/JoeMaring1- Samsung Galaxy Unpacked on Feb 1: https://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/samsung-galaxy-unpacked-february-2023-announce-galaxy-s23/- Qualcomm Snapdragon Satellite: https://www.forbes.com/sites/moorinsights/2023/01/11/snapdragon-satellite-and-the-state-of-satellite-mobile-communications/- Qi2 wireless charging standard: https://www.theverge.com/2023/1/3/23538131/qi2-wireless-charging-apple-samsung- HTC Vive XR Elite: https://www.engadget.com/vive-xr-elite-hands-on-ht-cs-even-more-portable-answer-to-the-meta-quest-pro-ces-2023-203019745.html- Google Pixel 7a leaks again: https://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/google-pixel-7a-release-date-price-specs-leaks-rumors-news/- Next iPhone SE rumor: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_iphone_se_is_dead-news-57109.php- Touchscreen MacBook rumor: https://www.engadget.com/apple-touchscreen-macbook-pro-232631704.html

Jan 13, 2023 • 1h 5min
CES 2023 recap (part 2), Asus ProArt Studiobook 16 3D, HP Dragonfly Pro, and more with Michael Fisher, TK Bay, and Nick Gray
It's time for episode 303 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests and YouTube creators Michael Fisher (Mr. Mobile), TK Bay, and Nick Gray (Phandroid) -- brought to you by Audible. In today's episode, we recap day 1 of CES 2023, with devices like the Asus ProArt Studiobook 16 3D laptop, HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook, Razer Kiyo Pro Ultra webcam, Pimax Portal handheld, and more... Fun!Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Audible: http://AudibleTrial.com/MobileTech- Michael Fisher: https://twitter.com/Captain2Phones/- TK Bay: https://twitter.com/tkdsl8655- Nick Gray: https://twitter.com/nickmgray- Mr. Mobile's best of CES 2023: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y7yt-sN0xQQ- Phandroid's best of CES 2023: https://phandroid.com/2023/01/09/the-best-of-ces-2023-tech-we-loved-the-most/- My Lenovo ThinkPhone hands-on: https://hothardware.com/reviews/lenovo-thinkphone-hands-on- Asus ProArt Studiobook 16 3D: https://www.engadget.com/asus-spatial-vision-glasses-free-3d-proart-studiobook-190053398.html- HP Dragonfly Pro: https://www.theverge.com/2023/1/4/23537317/hp-dragonfly-pro-chromebook-laptop-price-specs-features- Razer Kiyo Pro Ultra: https://www.xda-developers.com/razer-kiyo-pro-ultra-4k-hands-on/- Pimax Portal: https://www.inverse.com/gear/pimax-portal-crystal-handheld-vr-headset-ces-2023

Jan 9, 2023 • 1h 8min
Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX in depth, CES 2023 recap (part 1), Lenovo ThinkPhone, and more with Malte Sievers, Nick Gray, and Christian De Looper
Tune into episode 302 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Malte Sievers (Mercedes-Benz), Nick Gray (Phandroid), and Christian De Looper (BGR, Digital Trends) -- brought to you by Audible. This show comes in two parts. First, we dive into the tech details of Mercedes-Benz's awesome Vision EQXX EV. Second (15:53), we recap CES 2023's press days, with devices like Lenovo's ThinkPhone by Motorola and Yoga Book 9i, TCL's 40 series phones and RayNeo X2 smart glasses, Samsung's Galaxy A14, and more. Enjoy :)Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Audible: http://AudibleTrial.com/MobileTech- Malte Sievers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/malte-sievers-08635a18b/- Nick Gray: https://twitter.com/nickmgray- Christian de Looper: https://twitter.com/CdeLooper- Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX: https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaelharley/2022/07/25/mercedes-benz-vision-eqxx-driving-the-worlds-most-efficient-vehicle/- Best of CES 2023 (mobile): https://www.xda-developers.com/best-of-ces-2023/- Best of CES 2023 (cars): https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/best-auto-news-from-ces-2023-electric-pickup-trucks-flying-cars-and-more/- My Lenovo ThinkPhone hands-on: https://hothardware.com/reviews/lenovo-thinkphone-hands-on- Lenovo Yoga Book 9i: https://phandroid.com/2023/01/06/lenovos-yogabook-9i-gen-8-is-an-interesting-take-on-laptop-design/- TCL 40 series phones: https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/tcl-40-series-phone-line-will-make-your-wallet-happy/- TCL RayNeo X2 smart glasses: https://www.engadget.com/tcl-rayneo-x2-ar-glasses-ces-2023-182523521.html- Samsung Galaxy A14: https://www.engadget.com/samsung-galaxy-a53-announced-specs-availability-pricing-ces-2023-150011687.html

Jan 2, 2023 • 1h 14min
CES 2023 predictions, OnePlus 11 images, RedMagic 8 Pro, and Redmi K60 series with YouTube creator Shannon Morse
Welcome to episode 301 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest and YouTube creator Shannon Morse -- brought to you by Audible. In this episode, we share some of our CES 2023 predictions, and discuss the OnePlus 11's official images along with the upcoming Chinese launch. We then dive into the RedMagic 8 Pro and Redmi K60 series, and cover leaks and news from Moto and LG.Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Audible: http://AudibleTrial.com/MobileTech- Shannon Morse: https://twitter.com/snubs- OnePlus 11 official images: https://www.engadget.com/oneplus-11-january-4-snapdragon-8-gen-2-130102183.html- RedMagic 8 Pro: https://www.androidpolice.com/redmagic-8-pro-worlds-first-snapdragon-8-gen-2-gaming-smartphone/- Redmi K60 series: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_launches_redmi_k60_series_pro_version_gets_snapdragon_8_gen_2-news-57007.php- Moto Thinkphone leaks: https://www.androidpolice.com/motorola-lenovo-thinkphone-hq-images-leaks/- LG telephoto module: https://www.engadget.com/lg-teases-true-optical-telephoto-zoom-phone-camera-module-with-no-bump-133518178.html

Dec 26, 2022 • 1h 16min
Top phones of 2022, Oppo Find N2 and Find N2 Flip, OnePlus 11 teaser, and more with Richard Lai of Engadget
This is episode 300 (!) of the Mobile Tech Podcast with special guest Richard Lai of Engadget -- brought to you by Audible. In this week's show, we share our top five phones of 2022, then discuss Oppo Inno Day -- including the Oppo Find N2 and Find N2 Flip. We then cover the OnePlus 11 teaser, plus news from Nothing and Nubia. Fun :)Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Audible: http://AudibleTrial.com/MobileTech- Richard Lai: https://twitter.com/richardlai- Oppo Find N2 and Find N2 Flip: https://www.engadget.com/oppo-find-n2-flip-foldable-phone-pricing-availability-101858317.html- Oppo MariSiliconY an Air Glass 2: https://www.androidpolice.com/oppo-marisilicon-y-bluetooth-chip-inno-day-2022/- Oppo glass phone concept: https://www.gizchina.com/2022/12/18/oppo-unveils-the-next-generation-of-smartphones-all-glass/- OnePlus 11 and Buds Pro 2 launching on Feb 7: https://www.engadget.com/oneplus-11-5g-buds-pro-2-reveal-event-date-140054267.html- Nothing Phone (1) coming to the US in testing program: https://www.engadget.com/nothing-phone-1-us-beta-testing-program-android-13-171906968.html- Nubia Z50: https://www.gsmarena.com/nubia_z50_announced_with_snapdragon_8_gen_2_chip_and_35mm_main_cam_-news-56915.php

Dec 18, 2022 • 1h 12min
Exploring DXOMARK battery tests, Xiaomi 13 series, Realme 10 Pro and Pro+, Tecno Phantom X2 Pro, and IQOO 11 series with Olivier Simon and Anshel Sag
It's time for episode 299 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Olivier Simon (DXOMARK), plus Anshel Sag (Moor Insights & Strategy) -- brought to you by DXOMARK. Today's show comes in two parts. First, we explore how DXOMARK performs battery and charging tests. Second (19:26), we discuss the Xiaomi 13 series, Realme 10 Pro and Pro+, Tecno Phantom X2 Pro, and IQOO 11 series. Finally, we cover leaks and news from Oppo and MediaTek.Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- DXOMARK: https://www.dxomark.com/ (sponsor)- Olivier Simon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olivier-simon-5a8a5041/- Anshel Sag: https://twitter.com/anshelsag- Xiaomi 13 series: https://www.theverge.com/2022/12/12/23505126/xiaomi-13-pro-price-release-date-features-1-inch-type-camera-120-wired-charging- Realme 10 Pro and Pro+: https://www.androidpolice.com/realme-10-pro-plus-series-global-launch/- Tecno Phantom X2 Pro: https://www.engadget.com/tecno-phantom-x2-pro-retractable-portrait-lens-113011384.html- IQOO 11 series: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_iqoo_11_and_11_pro_are_official_with_snapdragon_8_gen_2_ufc_40_storage-news-56803.php- Oppo Find X6 design leak: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_find_x6_image_leaks_shows_a_completely_reworked_design-news-56859.php- MediaTek Dimensity 8200: https://www.xda-developers.com/mediatek-dimensity-8200-launch/

Dec 11, 2022 • 1h 14min
iPad Pro M2 vs. Surface Pro 9, Moto Edge 30 Fusion Pantone edition, Moto G Play 2023, and Boost Infinite beta with YouTube creator Jon Rettinger
Join me for episode 298 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest and YouTube creator Jon Rettinger -- brought to you by Audible. In this episode, we discuss the Moto Edge 30 Fusion Pantone edition and Moto G Play 2023, and compare the iPad Pro M2 to the Surface Pro 9. We then cover news from OnePlus, Nothing, Huawei, TSMC, Boost Mobile, and Tesla. Enjoy :)Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Audible: http://AudibleTrial.com/MobileTech- Jon Rettinger: https://twitter.com/Jon4Lakers- Jon's Apple iPad M2 Pro vs. Microsoft Surface 9 Pro video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=muYx4q1mYjc- Moto Edge 30 Fusion Pantone edition: https://www.theverge.com/2022/12/2/23490142/motorola-edge-30-fusion-viva-magenta-pantone-color-of-the-year-2023- Moto G Play 2023: https://www.androidpolice.com/motorola-new-moto-g-play-2023-announcement/- OnePlus commits to 4 years of software updates: https://www.androidpolice.com/oneplus-new-update-schedule-beats-google/- Future Nothing phone coming to the US: https://www.engadget.com/nothing-in-talks-to-launch-a-new-smartphone-in-the-us-101037859.html- Huawei Watch Buds leak: https://www.engadget.com/huawei-watch-buds-teaser-150018091.html- TSMC will make Apple Silicon chips in Arizona: https://www.theverge.com/2022/12/6/23497417/apple-tsmc-phoenix-fab-plans-biden-amd-nvidia- Boost Infinite beta: https://www.pcmag.com/news/boost-infinite-opens-25-early-access-beta-for-postpaid-wireless-service- Tesla cars getting HD Radar: https://electrek.co/2022/12/06/tesla-radar-car-next-month-self-driving-suite-concerns/