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Feb 6, 2021 • 1h 13min

Apple MacBook future, AirPods Max review, MediaTek M80 launch, and HarmonyOS surprise with Nirave Gondhia of XDA Developers

This is episode 202 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Nirave Gondhia of XDA Developers -- brought to you by Audible. In this week's show, we explore the latest MacBook Pro and Air rumors, and review Apple's AirPods Max. We also discuss MediaTek's new M80 mmWave 5G modem, plus Huawei's forked HarmonyOS beta and upcoming Mate X2 foldable. Finally, we cover leaks from Oppo, Sony, and ZTE... Phew!Episode Links- Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Audible: http://AudibleTrial.com/MobileTech- Nirave Gondhia: https://twitter.com/nirave- Latest MacBook Pro and Air rumors: https://www.xda-developers.com/apple-working-on-thinner-more-powerful-macbook-air-alongside-new-macbook-pro-with-sd-card-slot/- My quick AirPods Max review: https://twitter.com/tnkgrl/status/1351387502511235073- HarmonyOS is just a fork of Android 10: https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2021/02/harmonyos-hands-on-huaweis-android-killer-is-just-android/- Huawei Mate X2 foldable coming Feb 22: https://www.xda-developers.com/huawei-mate-x2-new-foldable-phone-launches-this-month/- More Oppo Find X3 Pro leaks: https://www.xda-developers.com/oppo-find-x3-pro-leak-flash-ringed-camera/- Sony Xperia 1 III leaks: https://www.xda-developers.com/sony-xperia-1-iii-headphone-jack-microsd/- ZTE Axon 30 Pro teased: https://www.xda-developers.com/zte-axon-30-pro-5g-teaser/- MediaTek M80 mmWave 5G modem: https://www.xda-developers.com/mediatek-m80-5g-modem-mmwave/
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Jan 30, 2021 • 1h 13min

Oppo Reno5/5 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 9T 5G, Honor View40, and Sony Xperia Pro with YouTube creator Isa Rodriguez

Join me for episode 201 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest and YouTube creator Isa Rodriguez -- brought to you by Audible. In this episode, we review Oppo's Reno5/5 Pro 5G and Redmi's Note 9T 5G. We then discuss a bunch of new phones, including the Honor View40, Sony's Xperia Pro, the Moto Edge S, and ZTE's Blade X1 5G. Finally we cover the latest rumors and leaks from Huawei and Sony, plus something called Nothing.Episode Links- Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Audible: http://AudibleTrial.com/MobileTech- Isa Rodriguez: https://twitter.com/isadoes_- Isa's Reno5 unboxing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbHUn9gY9fQ- Isa's Reno5 Pro 5G unboxing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4pDnHqDtyxE- Isa's Redmi Note 9T 5G unboxing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbuLVCfXLI8- Honor View40: https://www.engadget.com/honor-view40-smartphone-first-after-leaving-huawei-093118538.html- Huawei to sell P- and Mate-series phone business rumors: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-huawei-smartphone-sale-exclusive/exclusive-chinas-huawei-in-talks-to-sell-premium-smartphone-brands-p-and-mate-sources-idUSKBN29U0OU- Sony Xperia Pro: https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/26/22248440/sony-xperia-pro-5g-price-release-date-news-features- Sony compact phone leak: https://www.engadget.com/sony-xperia-compact-leak-190015885.html- Moto Edge S: https://www.androidpolice.com/2021/01/27/the-motorola-edge-s-is-the-first-phone-with-a-snapdragon-870/- ZTE Blade X1 5G: https://geekspin.co/blade-x1-5g/- Carl Pei's company is called Nothing: https://www.androidpolice.com/2021/01/27/carl-peis-new-company-is-called-nothing-which-is-about-as-much-as-we-know-about-it/
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Jan 23, 2021 • 1h 13min

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra review, TCL 20-series, plus new Qualcomm and MediaTek chips with Richard Lai of Engadget and Brad Molen of TCL

Welcome to episode 200 (!) of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Richard Lai (Engadget) and Brad Molen (TCL) -- brought to you by Audible. In this week's (reunion) show we discuss TCL's 20 series and its phone strategy, and review Samsung's Galaxy S21 and S21 Ultra. We then cover Qualcomm's Snapdragon 870 plus MediaTek's Dimensity 1200 and 1100 5G SoCs, and speculate on rumors and leaks from LG and ASUS. Good times...Episode LinksDonate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Audible: http://AudibleTrial.com/MobileTech- Richard Lai: https://twitter.com/richardlai- Brad Molen: https://twitter.com/phonewisdom- TCL 20-series: https://www.engadget.com/tcl-20-5g-tcl-20-se-smartphones-foldable-rollable-ces-2021-160044472.html- Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra review: https://www.engadget.com/samsung-galaxy-s21-ultra-review-specs-price-cameras-snapdragon-888-160013665.html- Samsung Galaxy S21 review: https://www.engadget.com/samsung-galaxy-s21-review-camera-samples-screen-specs-160033680.html- My Moto One 5G Ace review: https://hothardware.com/reviews/moto-one-5g-ace-review- Vivo X60 Pro+: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_x60_pro_unveiled_large_main_sensor_upgraded_gimbal_stabilization_dual_tele_lenses-news-47337.php- Qualcomm Snapdragon 870: https://www.engadget.com/qualcomm-snapdragon-870-143023247.html- Moto / Redmi / OnePlus phones coming w/ SD870: https://www.xda-developers.com/oneplus-9-lite-redmi-k40-flagship-moto-g-snapdragon-870-2/- MediaTek Dimensity 1200 and 1100: https://hothardware.com/news/mediatek-dimensity-1200-1100-soc-5g-android- Realme X9 Pro w/ Dimensity 1200: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_will_release_one_of_the_first_dimensity_1200powered_phones-news-47292.php- LG leaving phone business rumor: https://www.engadget.com/lg-ceo-kwon-bong-seok-mobile-division-exit-losses-094712722.html- ASUS ROG Phone leak: https://www.xda-developers.com/asus-rog-phone-4-could-launch-soon-with-65w-fast-charging/
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Jan 16, 2021 • 1h 11min

Samsung Galaxy S21 first impressions and CES 2021 recap with Dave Altavilla and Marco Chiappetta of HotHardware

This is episode 199 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Dave Altavilla and Marco Chiappetta of HotHardware -- brought to you by Audible. In today's show, we share our first impressions of Samsung's Galaxy S21-series and Galaxy Buds Pro. We then dive into CES 2021 news from Samsung, Qualcomm, TCL, LG, OnePlus, Honor, HTC, BlackBerry, and Huawei (phew!), and briefly recap the rest of the show... Enjoy :)Episode Links- Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Audible: http://AudibleTrial.com/MobileTech- Dave Altavilla: https://twitter.com/DaveAltavilla- Marco Chiappetta: https://twitter.com/MarcoChiappetta- Samsung Galaxy S21-series: https://hothardware.com/news/samsung-galaxy-s21-launch-ces-2021-snapdragon-888- Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro: https://hothardware.com/news/samsungs-galaxy-buds-pro-premium-wireless-earbuds- Samsung Exynos 2100: https://hothardware.com/news/samsung-officially-unveils-exynos-2100-flagship-mobile-chip-to-battle-mighty-snapdragon-888- Samsung Exynos SoCs getting AMD GPUs: https://hothardware.com/news/samsung-2022-flagship-phones-socs-radeon-rdna-2-gpu- Qualcomm's new ultrasonic fingerprint sensor: https://hothardware.com/news/qualcomm-3d-sonic-sensor-gen-2- My Huawei P40 Pro+ review: https://geardiary.com/2021/01/15/huawei-p40-pro-review/- TLC 20-series phones: https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/11/22219101/tcl-20-5g-20-se-android-phone-price-specs- TCL Rollable devices: https://hothardware.com/news/tcl-shows-off-17-inch-scrollable-tablet-and-675-inch-rollable-phone-concepts- LG Rollable phone: https://hothardware.com/news/lg-rollable-smartphone-concept-ces-2021- Oppo Find X3 Pro leaks: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_find_x3_pro_leaks_in_officiallooking_renders_showcasing_unique_camera_hump-news-47175.php- OnePlus band: https://www.androidpolice.com/2021/01/11/oneplus-band-unveiled-with-spo2-tracking-and-two-week-battery-life/- Honor MagicBook Pro and Band 6: https://pocketnow.com/honor-announces-magicbook-pro-honor-band-6- HTC Desire 21 Pro 5G: https://www.engadget.com/htc-desire-21-pro-5g-205009669.html- BlackBerry sells smartphone IP to Huawei: https://crackberry.com/blackberry-sells-90-smartphone-patents-huawei- HotHardware's best of CES 2021: https://hothardware.com/news/hot-hardware-picks-best-ces-2021- ASUS' new ZenBook Duo models: https://hothardware.com/news/asus-laptop-and-aio-reveals-ces2021
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Jan 9, 2021 • 1h 12min

Samsung Galaxy S21 launch date, OnePlus Nord N10 5G for the US hands-on, new Moto G lineup, and Redmi 9T first impressions with Ross Rubin of Reticle Research

It's time for episode 198 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Ross Rubin of Reticle Research -- brought to you by Audible. In this action packed episode, we discuss the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S21-series launch, the $299 OnePlus Nord N10 5G for North America, plus Moto's new One Ace 5G and G-series lineup. We also cover Xiaomi's latest phones (including the affordable Redmi 9T I recently unboxed), and Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 480 5G budget SoC.Episode Links- Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Audible: http://AudibleTrial.com/MobileTech- Ross Rubin: https://twitter.com/rossrubin- Samsung Galaxy S21 line launching January 14: https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/3/22206649/samsung-officially-confirms-galaxy-s21-event-on-january-14th- My OnePlus Nord N10 5G for North America hands-on: https://hothardware.com/reviews/oneplus-nord-n10-5g-us-edition-hands-on- Moto One 5G Ace, G Stylus, G Power, and G Play: https://www.engadget.com/motorola-moto-one-5g-ace-moto-g-power-moto-g-play-moto-g-stylus-2021-140034669.html- Redmi 9T: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_9t_brings_snapdragon_662_6000mah_battery_for_159-news-47106.php- My Redmi 9T first impressions and unboxing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l-eZvMA-ynM- Redmi Note 9T 5G: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_goes_global_with_the_redmi_note_9t_5g-news-47102.php- Xiaomi Mi 10i 5G: https://www.androidpolice.com/2021/01/05/the-xiaomi-mi-10i-takes-on-the-oneplus-nord-offering-quite-more-bang-for-your-buck/- Poco F2 rumors: https://www.androidpolice.com/2021/01/01/xiaomi-confirms-the-poco-f2-is-on-the-way/- Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 5G: https://www.engadget.com/qualcomm-snapdragon-480-5g-143023744.html- Huawei Kirin 9010 3nm rumors: https://pocketnow.com/huawei-is-working-on-kirin-9010-soc-based-on-3nm-process
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Jan 2, 2021 • 1h 10min

Xiaomi Mi 11, Samsung Galaxy S21 leaks, and OnePlus 9 rumors with industry insider Phil Berne

Tune into episode 197 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest and industry insider Phil Berne -- brought to you by Audible. In this week's episode we discuss the Snapdragon 888-equipped Xiaomi Mi 11, plus the latest Samsung Galaxy S21 leaks and rumors -- including our thoughts on Samsung Mobile's PR and marketing strategy. We also cover the latest OnePlus 9 leaks and rumor, and some strange Pixel news from Google.Episode Links- Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Audible: http://AudibleTrial.com/MobileTech- Phil Berne: https://twitter.com/philipberne- Xiaomi Mi 11 (with SD888) official: https://www.theverge.com/2020/12/28/22202973/xiaomi-mi-11-flagship-announced-chinese-variant- Samsung Galaxy S21 pre-orders coming : https://www.engadget.com/samsung-galaxy-s21-preorder-reservations-credit-163329414.html- Samsung Galaxy S21 S Pen support confirmed: https://www.theverge.com/2020/12/23/22196897/s-pen-uwb-comfirm-galaxy-s21-ultra-fcc- My Nokia 8 V 5G UW review: https://hothardware.com/reviews/nokia-8-v-5g-uw-review- OnePlus 9 Lite (with SD865) rumor: https://phandroid.com/2020/12/28/a-oneplus-9-lite-could-be-in-the-works/- OnePlus 9 battery and charging leaks: https://www.androidpolice.com/2020/12/24/oneplus-9-leak-suggests-support-for-wireless-charging/- Google drops ultrawide astrophotography support on Pixels: https://www.engadget.com/google-removes-pixel-5-4a-5g-astrophotography-mode-230231769.html
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Dec 26, 2020 • 1h 11min

ZTE Axon 20 5G, OnePlus 8T concept, and best phones of 2020 with Carolina Milanesi of Creative Strategies

Join me for episode 196 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Carolina Milanesi of Creative Strategies -- brought to you by Audible. In today's show we discuss ZTE's Axon 20 5G and color changing OnePlus 8T concept phone. We also talk about Qualcomm's Snapdragon 888 benchmarks, and cover leaks and rumors from Xiaomi, Samsung, LG, and Microsoft. Finally, we share our favorite phones of 2020. Enjoy :)Episode Links- Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Audible: http://AudibleTrial.com/MobileTech- Carolina Milanesi: https://twitter.com/caro_milanesi- ZTE Axon 20 5G (in display selfie camera): https://www.theverge.com/2020/12/21/22191459/zte-axon-20-5g-under-display-camera-hands-on- OnePlus 8T color changing concept phone: https://www.theverge.com/2020/12/21/22189219/oneplus-8t-concept-color-changing-back-motion-sensing-radar- Snapdragon 888 benchmarks: https://hothardware.com/news/qualcomm-snapdragon-888-performance-preview- Xiaomi Mi 11 (w/ SD888) launching Dec 28: https://www.androidauthority.com/xiaomi-mi-11-launch-1187444/- My Realme 7 5G review: https://hothardware.com/reviews/realme-7-5g-review- Another Samsung Galaxy S21 leak (6 cameras on Ultra): https://www.engadget.com/samsung-galaxy-s21-new-leak-images-colors-214459745.html- LG Slide (rollable phone) price rumor and spec leak: https://pocketnow.com/lg-rollable-tipped-to-cost-usd-2359-specs-leaked- Microsoft developing ARM chip rumor: https://www.engadget.com/microsoft-arm-chips-report-205834114.html
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Dec 19, 2020 • 1h 11min

Apple AirPods Max review plus Samsung and OnePlus leaks and rumors with Michael Josh Villanueva of GadgetMatch

This is episode 195 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Michael Josh Villanueva of GadgetMatch -- brought to you by Audible. In this show, we review Apple's AirPods Max and discuss a bunch of Samsung and OnePlus leaks and rumors. We also cover news from Oppo, Qualcomm, Microsoft, Google, and Mozilla... Phew!Episode Links- Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Audible: http://AudibleTrial.com/MobileTech- Michael Josh Villanueva: https://twitter.com/michaeljosh- MJ's Apple AirPods Max review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xgtsrjhu38E- Oppo/Nendo "slide phone" concept: https://www.engadget.com/oppo-nendo-slide-phone-concept-screen-sizes-152840382.html- OnePlus smartwatch coming: https://www.inputmag.com/tech/oneplus-ceo-pete-lau-confirms-smartwatch-and-opens-up-on-its-facebook-mistake- OnePlus 9 leak: https://www.engadget.com/oneplus-9-photo-leak-161417188.html- Samsung Galaxy Note 2021 rumor: https://www.theverge.com/2020/12/16/22177972/galaxy-note-21-still-happening-yonhap- Mozilla Firefox for M1: https://www.theverge.com/2020/12/16/22178527/firefox-update-84-mozilla-apple-m1-arm-mac-silicon-native-support- Microsoft Office for M1: https://www.theverge.com/2020/12/15/22176548/microsoft-office-native-m1-apps-apple-silicon-support- Windows on ARM x64 emulation: https://www.engadget.com/windows-10-arm-x64-emulation-preview-141709475.html- Snapdragon 678: https://www.engadget.com/qualcomm-snapdragon-678-192500759.html- Longer update cycles for Android phones: https://www.androidpolice.com/2020/12/16/google-and-qualcomm-just-announced-huge-news-for-android-os-updates/
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Dec 12, 2020 • 1h 7min

Apple AirPods Max, MacBook Air M1 in depth, and Samsung Galaxy S21 leaks/rumors with YouTube creator Jon Rettinger

Welcome to episode 194 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest and YouTube creator Jon Rettinger -- brought to you by Audible. In this week's show, we discuss Apple's expensive new AirPods Max and share our impressions on the MacBook Air M1 after a couple weeks. We also cover the many leaks/rumors around Samsung's Galaxy S21, the LG Slide, the Moto G Stylus, and Oppo's Find X3 Pro. Enjoy :)Episode Links- Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Audible: http://AudibleTrial.com/MobileTech- Jon Rettinger: https://twitter.com/Jon4Lakers- Apple AirPods Max: https://www.theverge.com/2020/12/8/21438042/apple-max-studio-noise-canceling-headphones-price-date- MacBook Air M1 review: https://www.imore.com/macbook-air-m1-review- Samsung Galaxy S21 video teasers: https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2020/12/8/22163632/samsung-galaxy-s21-plus-ultra-5g-teaser-video-leak- Samsung Galaxy S21 launch rumors: https://www.engadget.com/samsung-galaxy-s21-series-january14-reveal-29-launch-122518058.html- LG Slide rumors: https://pocketnow.com/lgs-rollable-phone-could-soon-be-a-reality- Moto G Stylus (2021) leaks: https://www.theverge.com/2020/12/9/22165594/moto-g-stylus-2021-leak-screen-price- Oppo Find X3 Pro leaks: https://www.voice.com/post/@evan/oppo-find-x3-pro-fussi-detailed-1607361964-1- Carl Pei's new venture: https://techcrunch.com/2020/12/09/oneplus-co-founder-carl-pei-raises-7-million-for-his-new-venture/- My Nokia 8 V 5G UW unboxing video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NAahiZOqS24- My Realme 7 5G unboxing video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UsO3RYPsMJo
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Dec 5, 2020 • 1h 12min

Snapdragon Summit 2020 recap, Snapdragon 888 imaging, and Poco M3 first impressions with Qualcomm's Ziad Asghar and Android Authority's David Imel

Tune into episode 193 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Ziad Asghar (Qualcomm) and David Imel (Android Authority) -- brought to you by Audible. This show is all about Qualcomm's Snapdragon Summit, which took place online this week. We discuss the Snapdragon 888 in depth, with a particular focus on imaging vs. Apple's A14 Bionic in the iPhone 12. We also share our first impressions of the affordable Poco M3, and cover OnePlus and Samsung rumors, plus some news from Moto... Phew!Episode Links- Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Audible: http://AudibleTrial.com/MobileTech- Ziad Asghar: https://twitter.com/ziad_asghar- David Imel: https://twitter.com/durvidimel- David's Snapdragon 888 video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zgeUNOhRmpg- David's Snapdragon 888 imaging story: https://www.androidauthority.com/snapdragon-888-camera-qualcomm-interview-1180775/- David's iPhone 12 Pro Max review: https://www.androidauthority.com/apple-iphone-12-pro-review-1172263/- OnePlus 9E rumor: https://9to5google.com/2020/11/30/oneplus-9e-rumored-to-launch-alongside-oneplus-9-9-pro/- End of Galaxy Note line rumor: https://www.engadget.com/samsung-note-2021-report-185555313.html- Poco M3: https://www.androidauthority.com/poco-m3-1179872/- My Poco M3 unboxing video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDMcNaVpln0- Moto G G5 ($300): https://www.androidauthority.com/motorola-moto-g-5g-1181927/

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