

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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Dec 5, 2021 • 1h 9min
Qualcomm Snapdragon Summit recap, Honor 60, and Samsung Galaxy S22 rumors with Mike Roberts and Anshel Sag
It's time for episode 245 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Mike Roberts (Qualcomm) and Anshel Sag (Moor Insights & Strategy) -- brought to you by Audible. In this episode we discuss Qualcomm's new flagship 5G SoC -- the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 -- and everything else the company announced at the Snapdragon Summit. We also cover the new Honor 60, Samsung Galaxy A13, plus some interesting Samsung Galaxy S21 FE and S22 rumors.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- Mike Roberts: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelroberts07/- Anshel Sag: https://twitter.com/anshelsag- Snapdragon 8 Gen 1: https://hothardware.com/news/qualcomm-snapdragon-8-gen-1next-gen-ai-flagship-phones- Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3: https://hothardware.com/news/qualcommsnapdragon-8cx-gen-3-7c-windows-arm-laptops- Snapdragon G3x Gen 1: https://hothardware.com/news/qualcomm-razer-snapdragon-g3x-gen-1-android-gaming- Upcoming phones with Snapdragon 8 Gen 1: https://www.techradar.com/news/which-upcoming-phones-will-use-the-qualcomm-snapdragon-8-gen-1- Honor 60: https://www.theverge.com/2021/12/1/22811963/honor-60-pro-china-release-date-news-features-price- Samsung Galaxy A13: https://www.theverge.com/2021/12/1/22810665/samsung-galaxy-a13-5g-a03s-android- Samsung Galaxy S21 FE CES rumor: https://www.androidpolice.com/pick-which-samsung-galaxy-s21-fe-color-youre-going-to-get-from-these-new-renders/- Samsung Galaxy S22 camera leak: https://www.androidpolice.com/latest-leaks-show-how-the-samsung-galaxy-s22s-camera-could-shape-up-against-the-ultras/

Nov 28, 2021 • 1h 12min
Best phones of 2021, Oppo Reno 7 Pro, and Google Pixel 6a rumors with Daniel Bader of Android Police
Join me for episode 244 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Daniel Bader of Android Police -- brought to you by Audible. In this episode, we pick our top 5 phones of 2021 (and I cheat by picking 8). We also discuss the Oppo Reno 7 Pro, then cover news, leaks, and rumors from OnePlus, Google, ASUS, and Qualcomm... Fun show!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- Daniel Bader: https://twitter.com/journeydan- Google Pixel 6a rumors: https://www.androidpolice.com/google-pixel-6a-tipped-to-keep-one-big-ticket-pixel-6-feature-but-lose-another/- Google Pixel 2 stand available for pre-order: https://www.engadget.com/google-pixel-stand-2nd-gen-pre-order-172720920.html- More OnePlus 10 Pro leaks: https://www.androidpolice.com/oneplus-10-pro-hardware-breakdown-sounds-every-bit-as-powerful-as-youd-expect/- Oppo Reno 7 Pro: https://www.androidpolice.com/oppo-reinvents-the-notification-light-with-the-reno-7-pro/- ASUS ROG Phone 5S now available in the US: https://www.theverge.com/2021/11/23/22798615/asus-rog-5s-gaming-phone-available- New Snapdragon naming scheme: https://www.androidpolice.com/snapdragon-chips-are-ditching-the-number-salad-for-a-naming-scheme-youll-be-able-to-follow/

Nov 21, 2021 • 1h 7min
MediaTek Dimensity 9000, Moto G Power (2022), Apple DIY repair, and OnePlus 10 Pro leaks with guests Eric Fisher and TK Bay
Welcome to episode 243 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with MediaTek exec Eric Fisher and YouTube creator TK Bay -- brought to you by Audible. In this week's show we discuss MediaTek's new flagship 5G SoC -- the Dimensity 9000 -- and everything else the company announced at the MediaTek Summit. We also cover the new Moto G Power (2022), Apple's support for DIY repair, plus some interesting Samsung and OnePlus leaks (Galaxy S21 FE, OnePlus 10 Pro, and Nord N20 5G). 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- Eric Fisher: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-fisher-5484bb/- TK Bay: https://twitter.com/tkdsl8655- Moto G Power (2022): https://www.engadget.com/2022-motorola-moto-g-power-140010550.html- My Moto G Power (2022) unboxing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y4i_kqhBGdQ- Moto G71 with SD695 5G: https://www.notebookcheck.net/The-Motorola-Moto-G71-is-the-first-smartphone-with-a-Snapdragon-695-SoC.580111.0.html- Apple now supports DIY repair: https://www.theverge.com/2021/11/17/22787144/apple-home-repair-iphone-mac-parts-tools-instructions- Samsung Galaxy S21 FE leaks again: https://www.androidpolice.com/samsung-galaxy-s21-fe-live-pics-show-the-once-elusive-phone-in-all-its-glory/- OnePlus 10 Pro leaks: https://www.androidpolice.com/first-look-at-the-oneplus-10-pro-reveals-a-massive-galaxy-s21-esque-rear-camera-bump/- OnePlus Nord N20 5G leaks; https://pocketnow.com/two-upcoming-oneplus-phones-leaked-renders- OnePlus Nord 2 x Pac-Man Edition: https://www.engadget.com/one-plus-launches-a-pac-man-addition-of-its-nord-2-smartphone-132509111.html- OnePlus 9RT: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_9rt_5g-11148.php- Balmuda phone: https://www.theverge.com/2021/11/16/2278

Nov 13, 2021 • 1h 12min
Google Pixel 6 Pro camera review, Poco M4 Pro 5G, and Nokia X100 with YouTube creator Danny Winget
This is episode 242 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest and YouTube creator Danny Winget -- brought to you by Audible. In today's show -- recorded in person -- we review the Pixel 6 Pro's camera and compare it to other phones. We also discuss the Poco M4 Pro 5G and Nokia X100, and cover the latest leaks and rumors from Google and Samsung.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- Danny Winget: https://twitter.com/superscientific- Danny's Google Pixel 6 vs. Pixel 5 camera comparison: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJMXH0jbSh0- Google Pixel 6 fingerprints sensor issue and explanation: https://www.engadget.com/google-pixel-6-slow-fingerprint-sensor-195023475.html- Google Pixel Fold camera rumors: https://www.theverge.com/2021/11/5/22765097/google-foldable-pixel-12-megapixel-camera-2022-release-date- Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra leaks with S-Pen: https://www.androidpolice.com/this-galaxy-s22-ultra-leak-is-the-final-nail-in-the-notes-coffin/- Poco M4 Pro 5G (€229): https://www.slashgear.com/poco-m4-pro-5g-review-09698723/- Nokia X100 ($252) for T-Mobile: https://www.theverge.com/2021/11/9/22770393/nokia-x100-252-budget-5g-phone-1080p-display-6gb-ram-andriod-smartphone

Nov 7, 2021 • 1h 18min
EV special, plus Apple AirPods gen 3 and Beats Fit Pro review with Chris Davies of SlashGear
Tune into episode 241 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Chris Davies of SlashGear -- brought to you by Audible. In this episode, we focus on the state of EVs in 2021 by discussing the latest electric tech and our favorite electric cars. We also review the Apple AirPods gen 3 and Beats Fit Pro, then cover some news from Google and Moto... 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- Chris Davies: https://twitter.com/c_davies- Chris' Apple AirPods gen 3 review: https://www.slashgear.com/apple-airpods-3rd-generation-review-03698172/- Chris' Beats Fit Pro review: https://www.slashgear.com/beats-fit-pro-review-01697756/- Google Pixel 6 Pro display flicker issue and fix: https://www.engadget.com/google-confirms-pixel-6-pro-display-flickering-issue-will-be-fixed-next-month-122533947.html- Moto G51 with Snapdragon 480+: https://www.gsmarena.com/moto_g51_is_official_as_the_first_phone_with_snapdragon_480_chipset-news-51687.php- Ford Eluminator electric crate motor: https://www.slashgear.com/this-classic-pickups-ford-e-crate-motor-heart-is-the-start-of-something-huge-02697963/- Tesla Supercharging for other EVs: https://www.slashgear.com/tesla-trials-supercharger-access-for-any-ev-in-pivotal-pilot-01697804/- My recent EV articles for TechRadar: https://www.techradar.com/author/myriam-joire

Oct 31, 2021 • 1h 13min
Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro review, Sony Xperia Pro-I, and Honor 50 with YouTube creator Mark Watson (Soldier Knows Best)
It's time for episode 240 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest and YouTube creator Mark Watson (Soldier Knows Best) -- brought to you by Audible. In this week's episode, we review Google's Pixel 6 and 6 Pro in detail, then share our thoughts on Apple's MacBook Pro 14 and 16, Sony's Xperia Pro-I, and the Honor 50... Good times!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- Mark Watson: https://twitter.com/soldierknowbest- Mark's Google Pixel 6 Pro first impressions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v2yTBW9fWJY- Mark's Pixel 6 Pro vs. iPhone 13 Pro camera comparison: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AX_o39RJxSQ- My Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro unboxing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SlQMbZj-v10- Apple MacBook Pro 14 and 16 review: https://www.theverge.com/22751921/apple-macbook-pro-14-16-inch-2021-m1-pro-max-review- Sony Xperia Pro-I: https://www.theverge.com/2021/10/26/22745552/sony-xperia-pro-i-camera-first-smartphone-second-andriod-mobile-5g- Honor 50 vs. Huawei Nova 9: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hsgMPBR7iXk- Qualcomm announces Snapdragon 778G+ 5G, 695 5G, 480+ 5G, and 680: https://hothardware.com/news/qualcomm-snapdragon-5g-adoption-boost-performance

Oct 24, 2021 • 1h 14min
Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro plus Apple MacBook Pro 14 and 16 with Richard Lawler of The Verge
This is episode 239 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Richard Lawler of The Verge -- brought to you by Audible. In this exciting episode, we discuss Apple's new MacBook Pro 14 and 16 plus Google's new Pixel 6 and 6 Pro in depth, and share our first impressions. We then cover some news from Samsung, Oppo, and Sony. 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- Richard Lawler: https://twitter.com/rjcc- Apple "Unleashed" event recap: https://www.theverge.com/2021/10/18/22724306/apple-macbook-pro-event-biggest-announcements-airpods-m1-pro-max- Apple MacBook Pro 14 and 16: https://www.engadget.com/macbook-pro-2021-update-price-specs-release-date-173447695.html- Google Pixel event recap: https://www.engadget.com/google-pixel-6-event-2021-highlights-192245034.html- Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro: https://www.theverge.com/22731034/google-pixel-6-pro-price-specs-features-release-date-hands-on- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 Bespoke Edition: https://www.engadget.com/samsung-galaxy-z-flip-bespoke-edition-140040550.html- Oppo working on custom phone silicon: https://www.theverge.com/2021/10/20/22735935/oppo-own-chip-development-google-tensor-qualcomm- Sony Xperia event Oct 26: https://www.androidpolice.com/sony-joins-literally-everyone-else-with-its-own-october-event/

Oct 17, 2021 • 1h 13min
Moto Edge (2021) and Fairphone 4 review, Realme GT Neo 2, and Nokia G300 with Jon Porter of The Verge
Join me for episode 238 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Jon Porter of The Verge -- brought to you by Audible. In this week's episode, we review the Moto Edge (2021) and Fairphone 4, then share our thoughts on the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio and Apple Watch Series 7. We also discuss upcoming events from Apple and Google, and cover new devices from Realme and Nokia.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 Porter: https://twitter.com/JonPorty- My Moto Edge (2021) review: https://geekspin.co/moto-edge-2021-review/- Jon's Fairphone 4 review: https://www.theverge.com/22716194/fairphone-4-review- Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio review: https://www.theverge.com/22716121/microsoft-surface-laptop-studio-review- Apple Watch Series 7 review: https://www.theverge.com/2021/10/13/22723967/realme-gt-neo2-india-announced-specs-price- Apple "Unleashed" event Oct 18: https://www.theverge.com/2021/10/12/22722112/apple-october-2021-event-rumors-macbook-mac-mini-airpods-m1x- USB Type-C iPhone mod: https://www.theverge.com/2021/10/12/22722123/first-iphone-usb-c-port-robotics-engineering-student-custom- Google "Pixel Pass" rumors: https://www.theverge.com/2021/10/11/22720374/google-pixel-pass-subscription-premium-services-bundle-extended-warranty- Realme GT Neo 2: https://www.theverge.com/2021/10/13/22723967/realme-gt-neo2-india-announced-specs-price- Nokia G300 $200 5G phone: https://www.theverge.com/2021/10/12/22722036/nokia-g300-prepaid-5g-straight-talk-tracfone-price-specs-features

Oct 9, 2021 • 1h 12min
Nokia T20, Moto G Pure, Android 12, Windows 11, and more with Matteo Doni of TechTravelGeeks
Welcome to episode 237 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Matteo Doni of TechTravelGeeks -- brought to you by Audible. In today's show, we discuss the Nokia T20 tablet and Moto G Pure budget phone, share our thoughts on Android 12 and Windows 11, and cover the latest Google Pixel 6 and Samsung Galaxy S22 leaks and rumors... Good times!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- Matteo Doni: https://twitter.com/Todoleo- Google Pixel 6 launching Oct 19: https://www.engadget.com/google-pixel-6-event-smartphone-163852069.html- Google Pixel 6 Pro hands-on leak: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zJObO4TM08E- Samsung Galaxy S22 delay rumors: https://www.techradar.com/news/samsung-galaxy-s22-may-be-delayed-with-galaxy-s21-fe-taking-its-place-in-january- Nokia T20 tablet: https://www.theverge.com/2021/10/6/22711065/hmd-nokia-t20-android-tablet-10-4-inch-screen- Moto G Pure: https://www.androidpolice.com/moto-g-pure-announcement/- Fairphone 4: https://www.techradar.com/reviews/fairphone-4- Android 12: https://www.theverge.com/22708720/android-12-review-features-pixel-update-software- Windows 11: https://www.engadget.com/windows-11-review-microsoft-mindful-os-200028040.html

Oct 3, 2021 • 1h 13min
The state of Chromebooks with MediaTek, Microsoft Surface Duo 2 and Surface Laptop Studio in depth, and Amazon Astro with Victor Tyan and Rich Woods
It's time for episode 236 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Victor Tyan (MediaTek) and Rich Woods (XDA Developers) -- brought to you by MediaTek. This episode comes in two parts. First, we have an in-depth conversation about the state of Chromebooks. Second (23:53), we discuss Microsoft's Surface Duo 2 and Surface Laptop Studio in more detail, along with the latest Samsung Galaxy S-series and Pixel 6-series leaks and rumors. We then cover news from OnePlus and Honor, plus the adorable Amazon Astro robot.Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- MediaTek: http://www.poweredbymediatek.com/ (sponsor)- Explore Chromebooks powered by MediaTek: https://www.mediatek.com/products/laptops-and-tablets/chromebook- Victor Tyan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victor-tyan-b3ab741/- Rich Woods: https://twitter.com/therichwoods- Rich's Microsoft Surface Duo 2 hands-on: https://www.xda-developers.com/surface-duo-2-hands-on/- Rich's Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio hands-on: https://www.xda-developers.com/surface-laptop-studio-hands-on/- Rich's Microsoft Surface Pro 8 hands-on: https://www.xda-developers.com/surface-pro-8-hands-on/- Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra renders leak with S-Pen silo: https://www.xda-developers.com/leaked-galaxy-s22-ultra-note-successor/- Samsung Galaxy S21 FE possibly cancelled: https://www.androidpolice.com/2021/09/29/evidence-mounts-that-the-galaxy-s21-fe-may-never-see-the-light-of-day/- Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro pricing rumors: https://www.xda-developers.com/how-much-google-pixel-6-could-cost/- OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro get Hasselblad XPan mode: https://www.xda-developers.com/oneplus-9-oxygenos-update-hasselblad-xpan-mode/- Amazon fall event recap (just for reference): https://www.xda-developers.com/amazon-smart-thermostat-blink-video-doorbell-announced/- Amazon Astro: https://www.xda-developers.com/amazon-astro-announced/- Honor 50 launching globally: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_50_confirmed_to_arrive_in_europe_on_october_26-news-51205.php


