

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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Sep 26, 2021 • 1h 10min
Apple iPhone 13-series and iPad mini review, Microsoft Surface event recap, and Surface Duo 2 with YouTube creator Rene Ritchie
Tune into episode 235 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest and YouTube creator Rene Ritchie -- brought to you by Audible. In today's episode, we review Apple's iPhone 13 and 13 Pro, along with the new iPad mini. We then recap Microsoft's fall Surface event, and discuss the Surface Duo 2. Finally, we cover the latest Google Pixel 6 Pro leak, plus news from Nokia and TCL. 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- Rene Ritchie: https://twitter.com/reneritchie- Rene's Apple iPhone 13-series review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6-qv1-bAoG8- Rene's Apple iPad mini review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bm9fS9QDfjA- Microsoft fall Surface event recap: https://www.engadget.com/microsoft-surface-2021-event-recap-185020522.html- Microsoft Surface Duo 2: https://www.theverge.com/2021/9/22/22686707/microsoft-surface-duo-2-phone-design-specs-features-photos-hands-on- Google Pixel 6 Pro hands-on leak: https://www.androidpolice.com/2021/09/21/unofficial-pixel-6-pro-video-hands-on-shows-off-that-glossy-back-glass-in-all-its-glory/- Nokia G50 ($299): https://www.androidpolice.com/2021/09/22/nokias-latest-budget-phone-has-a-monstrous-screen-and-two-day-battery-life/- TCL's cancelled "Chicago" flip phone: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hmJJvzrGODk

Sep 19, 2021 • 1h 14min
Apple California Streaming event recap, iPhone 13-series, Xiaomi 11T-series, and Pixel 6 Pro leaks with YouTube creator Shannon Morse
This is episode 234 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest and YouTube creator Shannon Morse -- brought to you by Audible. In this week's show, we recap Apple's California Streaming event and share our thoughts on the iPhone 13-series, iPad mini, and Apple Watch Series 7. We also discuss Xiaomi's new 11T-series and the latest Google Pixel 6 Pro leak, then cover some interesting news from T-Mobile.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- Apple California Streaming event and iPhone 13-series recap: https://www.theverge.com/22663657/apple-iphone-13-pro-ipad-mini-watch-event-biggest-announcements- Xiaomi 11T-series: https://www.engadget.com/xiaomis-11-t-pro-smartphone-can-record-dolby-vision-video-and-charge-in-17-minutes-130051058.html- My Xiaomi 11T unboxing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BfOsqFoOBTA- My Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 unboxing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CijJbOngHmk- My Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 review: https://hothardware.com/reviews/samsung-galaxy-z-flip3-review- Shannon's Google Pixel 5a review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EN7ZVpSJRxM- My Google Pixel 5a unboxing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZr2tKqgr98- My Google Pixel 5a review: https://hothardware.com/reviews/google-pixel-5a-review- Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro at Google store in NYC: https://www.techradar.com/news/google-pixel-6-and-pixel-6-pro-photos- Google Pixel 6 Pro full specs leaked: https://www.xda-developers.com/exclusive-pixel-6-pro-leak/- T-Mobile to offer same-day in-store repairs: https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/t-mobile-rolls-out-in-store-repairs-at-500-locations-in-the-us/

Sep 12, 2021 • 1h 7min
Android 12 beta 5, Vivo X70-series, and Facebook / Ray-Ban smart glasses with Ryne Hager of Android Police
Welcome to episode 233 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Ryne Hager of Android Police -- brought to you by Audible. In this episode, we discuss Android 12 (which is coming very soon) and Vivo's brand new X70-series (which is now official, with a gimbal). We then cover a whole bunch of news from Google, Oppo / Kodak, Moto, LG, Samsung, Apple, and Facebook / Ray-Ban... So buckle up and let's roll!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- Ryne Hager: https://twitter.com/rynehager- Android 12 (coming very soon): https://www.androidpolice.com/2021/09/08/android-12-is-just-a-few-weeks-away-as-release-candidate-beta-5-lands-with-pixel-5a-support/- Google Pixel 6 teaser: https://www.androidpolice.com/2021/09/09/google-teases-the-pixel-6-and-its-possible-launch-date-in-new-ads/- Google Pixel circle ad: https://www.androidpolice.com/2021/08/27/google-definitely-hotboxed-the-office-while-making-the-newest-pixel-5a-ad/- Germany wants 7 years of security updates: https://www.androidpolice.com/2021/09/05/germany-wants-to-extend-your-smartphones-lifespan-with-seven-years-of-security-patches/- Vivo X70-series (now official, with a gimbal): https://www.androidpolice.com/2021/09/09/vivos-new-x70-pro-packs-a-big-camera-fast-wireless-charging-and-an-ip-rating/- Oppo Kodak partnership rumors: https://pocketnow.com/oppo-and-kodak-allegedly-working-on-a-device-with-dual-50mp-cameras- Moto "true" wireless charging concept: https://www.androidpolice.com/2021/09/08/motorolas-concept-over-the-air-wireless-charger-can-juice-up-4-phones-at-once/- LG new folding glass for folding phones: https://www.androidpolice.com/2021/09/07/lgs-new-bending-glass-might-make-your-next-folding-phone-a-lot-more-durable/- Samsung adding OIS to Galaxy A-series: https://www.androidauthority.com/samsung-galaxy-a-series-ois-2746806/- Samsung doesn't renew Galaxy Note trademark: https://www.techradar.com/news/samsung-didnt-renew-its-note-trademark-so-what-does-that-mean-for-note-22- Apple iPhone 13 event on Sept 14 (not Sept 13): https://www.engadget.com/apple-iphone-13-event-2021-date-161123048.html- Facebook / Ray-Ban smart glasses: https://www.theverge.com/2021/9/9/22662809/facebook-ray-ban-stories-camera-smart-glasses-hands-on

Sep 5, 2021 • 1h 9min
Qualcomm Snapdragon Sound and aptX Lossless, plus Google Pixel 6, Samsung Galaxy S21 FE, and Microsoft Surface Duo 2 rumors with Ricky Villacrez of GSMArena
Join me for episode 232 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Ricky Villacrez of GSMArena -- brought to you by Audible. In today's episode -- recorded in person -- we discuss the aptX Lossless audio codec Qualcomm just launched for its Snapdragon Sound initiative. We then cover the latest rumors and leaks on Google's Pixel 6 / 6 Pro, Samsung's Galaxy S21 FE, and Microsoft's Surface Duo 2... 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- Ricky Villacrez: https://twitter.com/rickyvtech- Qualcomm aptX Lossless: https://www.gsmarena.com/qualcomm_unveils_aptx_lossless_for_bluetooth_devices-news-50782.php- Qualcomm Snapdragon Sound: https://www.gsmarena.com/qualcomm_unveils_snapdragon_sound_for_highquality_lowlatency_wireless_audio-news-48069.php- Google Pixel 6 / 6 Pro launch date rumors: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_6_and_6_pro_to_become_available_on_october_28_new_rumor_says-news-50748.php- Google Pixel 6 / 6 Pro Samsung mmWave 5G modem rumors: https://www.gsmarena.com/reuters_the_pixel_6_duo_will_come_with_a_samsung_mmwave_5g_modem-news-50682.php- Samsung Galaxy S21 FE manual leaks: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s21_fe_user_manual_reveals_lack_of_microsd_card_slot_no_charger_in_box-news-50749.php- Microsoft Surface event Sept 22: https://www.theverge.com/2021/9/1/22651859/microsoft-surface-event-date- Microsoft Surface Duo 2 spec rumors: https://www.gsmarena.com/microsoft_surface_duo_2_appears_in_geekbench_with_snapdragon_888_and_8gb_ram-news-50706.php- PCMag's Fastest mobile networks 2021: https://www.pcmag.com/news/fastest-mobile-networks-2021- Ricky's How Tech Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjlbXgMoKiZpqmLeR5nNsyw

Aug 29, 2021 • 1h 8min
OnePlus Buds Pro review, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 review, and Framework laptop review with Florence Ion of Gizmodo
It's time for episode 231 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Florence Ion of Gizmodo -- brought to you by Audible. In this week's show, we share our detailed reviews of the OnePlus Buds Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3, and Framework laptop. We then jump into some news by Xiaomi and Oppo. So get some popcorn, get comfy, and let's go :)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- Florence Ion: https://twitter.com/ohthatflo- My OnePlus Buds Pro review: https://hothardware.com/reviews/oneplus-buds-pro-review- My OnePlus Buds Pro unboxing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VBNngtShzUU- Florence's Galaxy Z Flip3 review: https://gizmodo.com/the-galaxy-z-flip-3-is-almost-the-android-flip-phone-of-1847514210- Florence's Framework laptop review: https://gizmodo.com/i-wanted-to-love-framework-s-modular-laptop-but-it-s-g-1847339409- Xiaomi moving away from Mi branding: https://www.theverge.com/2021/8/24/22639020/xiaomi-mi-brand-ending-mix-4-confirmed- After Realme's MagDart comes Oppo's MagVOOC, naturally: https://gizmodo.com/oppo-shows-off-a-faster-version-of-apples-magsafe-charg-1847548355- Oppo 5-axis OIS and continuous zoom: https://www.engadget.com/oppo-five-axis-ois-camera-continuous-optical-zoom-rgbw-sensor-070011347.html

Aug 22, 2021 • 1h 12min
Google Pixel 5a review, Moto Edge (2021) first impressions, Realme GT Master edition, and Redmi 10 with Ryan Whitwam (Android Police) and Nick Gray (Phandroid)
Tune into episode 230 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Ryan Whitwam (Android Police) and Nick Gray (Phandroid) -- brought to you by Audible. In today's show -- recorded in person -- we review Google's excellent Pixel 5a, and share our (disappointing) first impressions of the Moto Edge (2021). We also discuss Samsung's updated Galaxy A52s 5G, the sexy Realme GT Master edition, and the affordable Redmi 10. 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- Ryan Whitwam: https://twitter.com/RyanWhitwam- Nick Gray: https://twitter.com/nickmgray- My Tesla Model 3 Long Range review: https://www.techradar.com/news/tesla-model-3-long-range-2021-review- Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G: https://www.androidpolice.com/2021/08/17/samsungs-newest-mid-range-phone-sure-does-look-a-lot-like-the-old-one/- Ryan's Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 first impressions: https://www.androidpolice.com/2021/08/11/hands-on-gallery-how-distracting-is-the-samsung-galaxy-z-fold3s-under-display-camera/- Realme GT Master edition: https://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/realme-gt-master-explorer-edition-hands-on-features-price-photos-release-date/- Redmi 10: https://www.androidcentral.com/xiaomi-accidentally-announces-redmi-10-ahead-august-18-launch- Nick's Google Pixel 5a review: https://phandroid.com/2021/08/17/pixel-5a-review/- My Google Pixel 5a review: https://hothardware.com/reviews/google-pixel-5a-review- My Google Pixel 5a unboxing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gp1yOT0WV84- Ryan's Moto Edge (2021) hands-on: https://www.androidpolice.com/2021/08/19/motorola-edge-announcement-hands-on/- Nick's Moto Edge (2021) camera test: https://phandroid.com/2021/08/20/motorola-edge-2021-camera-test/- My Moto Edge (2021) hands-on: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gp1yOT0WV84

Aug 15, 2021 • 1h 15min
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3, Z Flip3, Watch 4, and Buds 2, plus Xiaomi Mi Mix 4 and Honor Magic 3-series with Jason Cipriani of ZDNet
Welcome to episode 229 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Jason Cipriani of ZDNet -- brought to you by Audible. In this episode we recap Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event, share our first impressions on Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold3, Galaxy Z Flip3, Galaxy Watch 4 / 4 Classic, and Galaxy Buds 2. We also discuss Xiaomi's Mi Mix 4 and Honor's Magic 3 series, then cover news from MediaTek and the FCC... 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- Jason Cipriani: https://twitter.com/mrcippy- Samsung Galaxy Unpacked recap: https://www.zdnet.com/article/samsung-galaxy-unpacked-event-biggest-announcements/- Xiaomi Mi Mix 4: https://www.engadget.com/xiaomi-mi-mix-4-snapdragon-888-plus-under-screen-camera-133605155.html- Xiaomi CyberDog: https://www.zdnet.com/article/xiaomi-enters-quadrupedal-robotics-space-with-cyberdog/- Honor and the entity list: https://www.slashgear.com/honor-is-still-in-danger-of-being-added-to-the-us-entity-list-09685929/- Honor Magic 3 series: https://www.theverge.com/2021/8/12/22621367/honor-magic-3-pro-plus-price-specs-features-cameras- MediaTek Dimensity 920 and 810: https://www.gsmarena.com/mediatek_brings_two_new_6nm_chipsets__dimensity_920_and_dimensity_810-news-50469.php- FCC US coverage map: https://www.pcmag.com/news/fcc-puts-out-its-first-mobile-coverage-maps-why-they-differ-from-carrier

Aug 8, 2021 • 1h 19min
The state of Wi-Fi with MediaTek, Google Pixel 6, 6 Pro, and Tensor chip announcement, and more with James Chen and David Ruddock
This is episode 228 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests James Chen (MediaTek) and David Ruddock (Android Police) -- brought to you by MediaTek. This week's show comes in two parts. First, we have an in-depth conversation about the state of Wi-Fi. Second (21:31), we share our thoughts on Google's Pixel 6, 6 Pro, and Tensor chip announcement. Finally, we recap some news, leaks, and rumors -- including Realme's MagDart wireless charger, Oppo's under display camera, and more. Enjoy :)Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- MediaTek: http://www.poweredbymediatek.com/ (sponsor)- MediaTek Filogic Wi-Fi 6/6E: https://www.mediatek.com/products/connectivity-and-networking/mediatek-filogic-wifi-6- James Chen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamescchen/- David Ruddock: https://twitter.com/rdrv3 - Google Pixel 6, 6 Pro, and Tensor chip announced: https://www.androidpolice.com/2021/08/02/google-reveals-the-pixel-6-pixel-6-pro-and-its-first-ever-custom-chipset/- Realme MagDart wireless charger: https://www.androidpolice.com/2021/08/03/realmes-magdart-wireless-charging-aims-to-take-on-apples-magsafe-with-faster-speeds/- Oppo under display camera: https://www.engadget.com/oppo-next-gen-under-screen-camera-usc-030044965.html- Xiaomi Mi Mix 4 coming Aug 10: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_confirms_mi_mix_4_will_launch_on_august_10-news-50372.php- Honor Magic 3 (SD888+) and X20 coming Aug 12: https://www.xda-developers.com/honor-x20-launch-date/- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3 prices leak: https://www.androidpolice.com/2021/08/02/samsungs-galaxy-fold3-is-going-to-be-even-more-expensive-than-we-thought/

Aug 1, 2021 • 1h 19min
Google Pixel Buds A-Series review, Nothing ear (1), Huawei P50-series, and more with Jason Howell of TWiT
Join me for episode 227 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Jason Howell of TWiT -- brought to you by Audible. In today's episode, we review Google's Pixel Buds A-Series earbuds, and share our thoughts on Nothing's ear (1) earbuds. We also discuss a bunch of new phones, including the Huawei P50-series, ZTE Axon 30 5G, Poco X3 GT, Moto Edge 20-series, and Nokia XR20, then cover news, leaks, and rumors from OnePlus, Microsoft, and MediaTek.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- Jason Howell: https://twitter.com/jasonhowell- Jason's Google Pixel Buds A-Series review: https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-tech/episodes/147- Nothing ear (1) TWS earbuds with ANC ($99) shipping Aug 17: https://www.theverge.com/22598920/nothing-ear-1-earbuds-review-features-specs- Affordable "no-name" TWS earbuds w/ ANC (SoundPEATS T2): https://amzn.to/3lfUM4E- Huawei P50-series with SD888 but no 5G: https://www.theverge.com/2021/7/29/22598135/huawei-p50-china-release-date-price-news-features-specs-cameras- Poco X3 GT with Dimensity 1100: https://www.theverge.com/2021/7/28/22597511/poco-x3-gt-announced-specs-features-regions- ZTE Axon 30 5G with 2nd gen UDC: https://www.gsmarena.com/zte_axon_30_5g_brings_a_secondgen_ud_camera_snapdragon_870_and_55w_charging-news-50255.php- Moto Edge 20-series: https://www.theverge.com/2021/7/29/22599860/motorola-edge-20-pro-lite-camera-5g-global-launch- Nokia XR20 rugged phone: https://www.theverge.com/2021/7/26/22591113/nokia-xr20-rugged-phone-c30-6310-clarity-earbuds-pro- No OnePlus 9T rumor: https://www.gsmarena.com/there_wont_be_a_oneplus_9t_or_oneplus_9t_pro_rumor_has_it-news-50262.php- Microsoft Surface Duo 2 leaks: https://www.engadget.com/microsoft-surface-duo-2-images-leak-133233711.html- MediaTek Kompanio 1300T: https://www.gsmarena.com/mediatek_kompanio_1300t_chipset_unveiled_a_dimensity_1200_for_tablets-news-50227.php

Jul 25, 2021 • 1h 15min
OnePlus Nord 2 and Buds Pro, Google Pixel Fold rumors, and ZTE Axon 30 Ultra review with Nick Gray of Phandroid
Tune into episode 226 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Nick Gray of Phandroid -- brought to you by Audible. In this episode, we discuss the OnePlus Nord 2 and Buds Pro in great detail, and jump into the latest Google Pixel Fold rumors. We also review the ZTE Axon 30 Ultra, and cover news from Samsung, Moto, Huawei, Honor, Nothing, Panasonic, and Verizon.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- Nick Gray: https://twitter.com/nickmgray- OnePlus Nord 2 and Buds Pro: https://phandroid.com/2021/07/22/oneplus-nord-2-officially-arrives-next-week-coming-to-europe-and-india/- More Google Pixel Fold rumors: https://phandroid.com/2021/07/14/foldable-pixel-phone-will-use-an-ultra-thin-glass-display-from-samsung/- Samsung Galaxy Unpacked official: https://phandroid.com/2021/07/20/samsung-wants-you-to-get-ready-to-unfold-at-unpacked-on-august-11th/- Moto G100 available in the US: https://www.androidpolice.com/2021/07/22/the-snapdragon-870-powered-motorola-g100-makes-its-way-to-the-us/- Huawei P50-series launching July 29 (with SD888?): https://phandroid.com/2021/07/21/you-might-actually-be-able-to-buy-the-huawei-p50-outside-of-china/- Honor Magic 3 coming Aug 12 (with SD888+): https://phandroid.com/2021/07/16/honor-magic-3-lineup-set-to-launch-on-august-12/- More Nothing Ear 1 details: https://phandroid.com/2021/07/20/carl-pei-cant-help-himself-shares-more-info-about-the-nothing-earbuds/- My Panasonic TOUGHBOOK FZ-G2 unboxing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AybjBLc9ekE- Verizon switching to Google Messages: https://phandroid.com/2021/07/20/verizon-is-ditching-its-crappy-texting-app-for-google-messages/- Nick's ZTE Axon 30 Ultra review: https://phandroid.com/2021/06/15/zte-axon-30-ultra-review-finding-that-perfect-balance/


