
Mobile Tech Podcast with tnkgrl Myriam Joire
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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Jul 15, 2024 • 1h 20min
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked recap (Ring/Watch Ultra/Watch7/Z Fold6/Z Flip6/Buds3 series), Nothing CMF Phone 1, affordable EVs, and more with Christian de Looper
It's time for episode 383 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Christian de Looper of BGR and Digital Trends -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In today's episode we recap Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event and dive into Samsung's Galaxy Ring, Watch Ultra, Watch7, Z Fold6, Z Flip6, and Buds3 series... That's a lot of devices! We then discuss Nothing's CMF Phone 1 and cover some phone news, leaks, and rumors, before sharing our thoughts on the state of affordable EVs.Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech- Christian de Looper: https://www.threads.net/@christiandelooper- My Samsung Galaxy Unpacked hands-on: https://hothardware.com/reviews/samsung-galaxy-ring-hands-on- Christian's Samsung Galaxy Unpacked hands-on: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbes-personal-shopper/2024/07/10/samsung-unpacked-2024-how-to-preorder-samsung-galaxy-z-flip-6-z-fold-6/- Nothing CMF Phone 1: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_cmf_phone_1_price_specs_availability-news-63610.php- Nothing CMF Watch Pro 2 and Buds Pro 2: https://www.gsmarena.com/cmf_watch_pro_2_and_buds_pro_2_announced-news-63611.php- Redmi K70 Ultra design and key specs: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_reveals_redmi_k70_ultra_design_key_specs-news-63667.php- Realme 13 Pro series design: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_13_pro_13_pro_plus_design_colors_revealed-news-63671.php- Honor Magic V3 specs leak: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_magic_v3_specs_leak-news-63600.php- Christian's affordable EVs article: https://www.digitaltrends.com/cars/5-upcoming-budget-electric-vehicles-we-cant-wait-for/- My 5 must-have EV features article: https://www.techradar.com/vehicle-tech/hybrid-electric-vehicles/5-must-have-features-to-future-proof-your-first-or-next-ev-purchase

Jul 7, 2024 • 1h 12min
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked rumors, Google Pixel 9 leaks, RedMagic 9S Pro/Pro+, and more with YouTube creator Kevin Nether (Kevin The Tech Ninja)
This is episode 382 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest and YouTube creator Kevin Nether (Kevin The Tech Ninja) -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In this episode, we discuss the latest Samsung Galaxy Unpacked rumors and share our thoughts on Google's Pixel 9 leaks. We then dive into RedMagic's new 9S Pro/Pro+ gaming phones, and cover news, leaks, and rumors from Realme, OnePlus/CMF, Nothing, and Honor.Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech- Kevin Nether: https://www.threads.net/@techninjaspeaks- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6 specs leak: https://www.theverge.com/2024/7/3/24191966/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-flip-6-spec-leak- Samsung Galaxy Unpacked July 10: https://www.gsmarena.com/its_official_samsung_is_announcing_the_galaxy_z_fold6_flip6_watch7_watch_ultra_on_july_10-news-63432.php- Google Pixel 9 leaks in pink: https://www.gsmarena.com/pink_pixel_9_shows_up_in_another_video_this_time_its_running-news-63550.php- Google Pixel 9 event August 13: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_announces_surprise_pixel_event_for_august_13-news-63439.php- RedMagic 9S Pro/Pro+ official: https://www.gsmarena.com/red_magic_9s_pro_and_9s_pro_arrive_with_overclocked_sd_8_gen_3_improved_cooling-news-63561.php- Realme 13 Pro+ camera samples, coming soon: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_13_pro_early_handson_and_camera_samples-news-63577.php- OnePlus Nord 4 leaks, coming July 16: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_nord_4_images_leak_left_and_right_showcasing_mostly_metal_back-news-63578.php- Nothing CMF Phone 1 design, coming July 8: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_cmf_phone_1_full_frontal_live_image_leaks_while_the_brand_shows_us_its_back-news-63564.php- Honor Magic V3 to be ultra thin, colors teased, coming July 12: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_showcases_magic_v3_in_three_more_colors-news-63586.php

Jun 30, 2024 • 1h 10min
Exploring the future of Bluetooth with Infineon, plus Moto Razr+ and Razr (2024) first impressions with Shantanu Bhalerao and Michael Fisher
Explore the future of Bluetooth technology with Shantanu Bhalerao from Infineon and YouTube creator Michael Fisher. They discuss Bluetooth applications beyond consumer tech, Infineon's role in IoT, and review the new Moto Razr phones. The conversation covers advancements in Bluetooth, sustainability, digitalization, and smartphone features, including design, camera setup, and software improvements.

Jun 23, 2024 • 1h 15min
Realme GT6, Oppo Reno 12 series, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra rumors, Moto Razr+ 2024 leaks, and more with Nirave Gondhia of Hot Tech
Tune into episode 380 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Nirave Gondhia of Hot Tech -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. On today's show, we discuss the Realme GT6 and Oppo Reno 12 series, then share our thoughts on Microsoft's Copilot+ PC and Apple's Vision (non-Pro) strategy. We also cover news, leaks and rumors from Samsung, Moto, Nothing, and Xreal.Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech- Nirave Gondhia: https://twitter.com/nirave- Realme GT6: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_announces_gt_6_with_snapdragon_8s_gen_3_5500mah_battery-news-63356.php- Oppo Reno 12 series now global: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_reno12_pro_arrives_in_europe_with_two_50mp_portrait_cams_reno12_tags_along-news-63337.php- Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra camera rumors: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s25_ultras_camera_improvements_detailed_in_new_leak-news-63370.php- Moto Razr+ 2024 ad leaks, coming June 25: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_razr_2024___razr_50_ultra_promo_video_leaks-news-63363.php- Nothing CMF Phone 1 coming July 8: https://www.gsmarena.com/cmf_phone_1_will_be_joined_by_watch_pro_2_and_buds_pro_2-news-63333.php- Xreal Beam Pro now global: https://www.gsmarena.com/xreals_androidpowered_beam_pro_goes_global_costs_just_200-news-63334.php- Microsoft Copilot+ PCs are out: https://www.engadget.com/here-are-all-of-the-copilot-pcs-with-snapdragon-x-chips-that-were-released-today-104404765.html- Apple Vision (non-Pro) strategy: https://www.macrumors.com/2024/06/18/apple-suspends-work-on-vision-pro-2/

Jun 16, 2024 • 1h 12min
WWDC 2024 recap, Apple Intelligence, Rivian R1T and R1S refresh, Honor 200 series, HTC U24 Pro, and more with Anshel Sag of Moor Insights & Strategy
It's time for episode 379 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Anshel Sag of Moor Insights & Strategy -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In this episode, we recap WWDC 2024 and share our thoughts on Apple Intelligence. We then dive into Rivian's refreshed R1T and R1S and discuss the Light Phone 3, Honor 200 series, and HTC U24 Pro. Finally, we cover news, leaks, and rumors from Nothing, Samsung, and MediaTek. Enjoy :)Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech- Anshel Sag: https://twitter.com/anshelsag- Apple WWDC 2024 recap: https://www.theverge.com/24171190/apple-wwdc-2024-biggest-announcements- Anshel's Apple Intelligence article: https://www.forbes.com/sites/moorinsights/2024/06/13/apple-zips-through-os-improvements-to-launch-apple-intelligence/- RCS in iOS 18: https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/10/24171315/apple-messages-rcs-ios-18-imessage-green-bubble- Calculator in iPadOS 18: https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/10/24175487/ipad-calculator-app-ipados18-pencil-apple-wwdc2024- Rivian R1T and R1S refresh: https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/06/rivian-refresh-r1t-r1s-second-generation-speed-range-apple/- Light Phone 3: https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/11/24176026/light-phone-3-launch-price-release-date- Honor 200 series now global: https://www.gsmarena.com/you_can_now_buy_the_honor_200_pro_honor_200_and_honor_200_lite_globally-news-63254.php- Nothing CMF Phone 1 leaks: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_cmf_phone_1_image_leaks-news-63220.php- HTC U24 Pro: https://www.gsmarena.com/htc_u24_pro_is_here_with_three_50_mp_cameras_surprising_price-news-63256.php- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6 pricing rumors: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_flip6_will_be_more_expensive_too-news-63268.php- Samsung Watch FE: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch_fe_is_already_available_to_order_in_the_netherlands-news-63265.php- MediaTek ARM chip for Windows rumors: https://www.gsmarena.com/reuters_mediatek_is_working_on_a_windowsonarm_chip_for_microsoft-news-63253.php

Jun 9, 2024 • 1h 14min
Apple WWDC 2024 predictions, Moto Edge 2024, Xreal Beam Pro, Samsung folding phone leaks, Nothing CMF Phone 1 rumors, and more with YouTube creator Andru Edwards
Welcome to episode 378 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest and YouTube creator Andru Edwards -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. On today's show, we share our predictions for Apple's upcoming WWDC, then discuss the Moto Edge 2024 and Xreal Beam Pro. We also cover Samsung folding phone leaks, Nothing CMF Phone 1 rumors, and news from OnePlus, Oppo, HTC, Intel, and MediaTek.Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech- Andru Edwards: https://twitter.com/AndruEdwards- Apple WWDC 2024 predictions: https://www.theverge.com/24172139/wwdc-2024-what-to-expect-news-rumors- Moto Edge 2024: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_unveils_edge_2024_for_the_us_with_sd_7s_gen_2_66_144hz_oled_display-news-63137.php- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6 leak: https://www.gsmarena.com/official_image_with_samsung_galaxy_z_fold6_and_z_flip6_leaks-news-63147.php- Nothing CMF Phone 1 rumors: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothings_cryptic_teaser_decoded__cmf_phone_1_incoming_specs_in_tow-news-63133.php- OnePlus 12 Glacial White: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_12_glacial_white_launches_in_india-news-63117.php- Oppo Find X8 series going global: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_confirms_next_find_x_flagship_is_going_global_reno12_series_is_coming_later_this_month-news-63150.php- Oppo bringing AI to its phones: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_promises_to_bring_ai_to_all_of_its_smartphone_lines_aims_to_have_50_million_users_by_end_of_202-news-63146.php- Xreal Beam Pro Android device: https://www.gsmarena.com/xreal_unveils_androidpowered_beam_pro_with_3d_cameras-news-63078.php- HTC teases new phone coming June 12: https://www.gsmarena.com/htc_teases_a_new_phone_launching_on_june_12_could_be_the_u24_pro-news-63166.php- Intel Lunar Lake: https://www.gsmarena.com/intel_unveils_lunar_lake__its_radical_new_mobile_chips-news-63152.php- MediaTek Dimensity 7300 & 7300X: https://www.gsmarena.com/mediatek_unveils_dimensity_7300_7300x_brings_dualdisplay_support-news-63071.php

Jun 2, 2024 • 1h 6min
Nothing Phone (2a) Special Edition, best affordable Android phones, Fitbit Ace LTE, and more with Nicholas Sutrich of Android Central
This is episode 377 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Nicholas Sutrich of Android Central -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. On this week's show, we discuss the Nothing Phone (2a) Special Edition and pick our favorite affordable Android phones. We also dive into some leaks and rumors from Samsung, OnePlus, Oppo, and Realme, and cover news from FitBit, Apple, T-Mobile, and ICQ (!)Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech- Nicholas Sutrich: https://twitter.com/Gwanatu- Nothing Phone (2a) Special Edition: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_phone_2a_special_edition_unveiled_with_red_yellow_and_blue_color_scheme-news-63047.php- Best affordable Android phones: https://www.androidcentral.com/best-cheap-android-phones- Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra camera rumors: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s25_ultra_rumored_to_pack_massive_camera_upgrades-news-63014.php- OnePlus, Oppo, and Realme flagship battery rumors: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_13_oppo_find_x8_and_realme_gt6_pro_to_get_6000_mah_batteries-news-63017.php- Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra renders leak: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_is_readying_a_galaxy_watch7_ultra_leaked_renders_suggest-news-62998.php- Fitbit Ace LTE smartwatch for kids: https://www.gsmarena.com/fitbit_ace_lte_is_a_new_smartwatch_for_kids_available_on_june_5-news-63059.php- Apple WWDC 2024 June 10 invites: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_is_now_sending_wwdc_2024_invites_where_well_see_ios_18_with_ai-news-63044.php- T-Mobile acquires US Cellular: https://www.gsmarena.com/tmobile_buys_uscellular_for_44_billion-news-63041.php- The end of ICQ: https://www.gsmarena.com/icq_will_finally_cease_to_exist_next_month-news-63023.php

May 26, 2024 • 1h 8min
Poco F6 series, Poco Pad, Microsoft Surface event recap, Qualcomm Snapdragon X PCs, and more with Sam Byford of Multicore
Tune into episode 376 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Sam Byford of Multicore -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In this episode, we dive into Poco's latest devices, the F6, F6 Pro, and Poco Pad. We then recap the Microsoft Surface event and discuss the Qualcomm Snapdragon X-powered Copilot+ PCs. Finally, we cover news and rumors from Realme and Sony.Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech- Sam Byford: https://twitter.com/345triangle- Sam's Poco F6 series hands-on: https://www.multicore.blog/p/poco-pokes-at-flagship-performance- Poco Pad: https://www.gsmarena.com/poco_pad_debuts_with_121_120hz_lcd_and_snapdragon_7s_gen_2-news-62990.php- Microsoft Surface event recap: https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/20/24160711/microsoft-surface-event-ai-windows-biggest-announcements- Qualcomm Snapdragon X PCs: https://www.xda-developers.com/all-snapdragon-laptops-announced-may-20/- Sam's Pixel 8a review: https://www.multicore.blog/p/the-pixel-8a-is-every-bit-a-pixel- Realme GT 6T: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_gt_6t_arrive_india-news-62967.php- Sony Xperia Pro-C rumor: https://www.gsmarena.com/sony_readies_xperia_proc_with_compact_design_and_faster_charging-news-62961.php

May 19, 2024 • 1h 6min
Google I/O 2024 recap, Android 15, Sony Xperia 1 VI, Vivo X100 Ultra and X100s series, and more with Judie Stanford of Gear Diary
Join me for episode 375 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Judie Stanford of Gear Diary -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. On this week's show, we recap Google I/O 2024, check out Android 15, and share more thoughts on generative AI. We also discuss Sony's hot new Xperia 1 VI plus Vivo's X100 Ultra and X100s series, then cover the latest news from Poco and OpenAI.Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech- Judie Stanford: https://twitter.com/geardiary- Google I/O 2024 recap: https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/14/24155647/google-io-news-announcements-rumors-gemini-ai- Android 15 features: https://www.zdnet.com/article/android-15-unveiled-here-are-8-new-exciting-features-coming-to-your-phone/- Android 15 beta available for OnePlus, others: https://www.gsmarena.com/gpt4o_released_with_improved_text_audio_and_vision_capabilities_-news-62850.php- Sony Xperia 1 VI: https://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_1_vi_is_here__sd_8_gen_3_better_zoom_but_ditches_the_4k_screen-news-62863.php- Poco F6 series coming May 23, design revealed: https://www.gsmarena.com/poco_f6_poco_f6_pro_designs_revealed-news-62846.php- Poco F6 to feature Snapdragon 8s Gen 3: https://www.gsmarena.com/poco_f6_confirmed_to_feature_snapdragon_8s_gen_3-news-62858.php- Vivo X100 Ultra: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_x100_ultra_debuts_with_200mp_periscope_cam_and_sd_8_gen_3-news-62839.php- Vivo X100s series: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_x100s_and_x100s_pro_arrive_with_dimensity_9300_x100s_is_thinner_and_with_a_flat_display-news-62842.php- OpenAI GPT-4o: https://www.gsmarena.com/gpt4o_released_with_improved_text_audio_and_vision_capabilities_-news-62850.php

May 12, 2024 • 1h 7min
Apple iPad Pro M4 and iPad Air M2, Google Pixel 8a, MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, and more with Nirave Gondhia of Hot Tech
This is episode 374 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Nirave Gondhia of Hot Tech -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In today's show, we recap Apple's Let Loose event, and share our thoughts on the new iPad Pro M4 and iPad Air M2. We also discuss Google's new Pixel 8a, and cover news, leaks, and rumors from MediaTek, Sony, Honor, Poco, and Nokia... Good times!Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech- Nirave Gondhia: https://twitter.com/nirave- Apple Let Loose event recap: https://www.theverge.com/24148044/apple-ipad-let-loose-event-biggest-announcements-may-2024- Apple iPad Air M2: https://www.engadget.com/hands-on-with-the-ipad-air-m2-a-big-screen-ipad-that-doesnt-break-the-bank-160655629.html- Apple iPad Pro M4 hands-on: https://www.theverge.com/24151128/apple-ipad-pro-2024-hands-on- Apple iPad Pro M4 commercial: https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/8/24152236/apple-ipad-pro-commercial-artists-ai- Google Pixel 8a: https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/7/24150360/google-pixel-8a-price-specs-camera-best-take-magic-editor- MediaTek Dimensity 9300+: https://hothardware.com/news/mediatek-unveils-dimensity-9300-with-a-clock-boost-and-faster-on-device-ai- Sony Xperia 1 VI leaks: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_sony_xperia_1_vi_leak-news-62703.php- Honor Magic 6 RSR now global: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_brings_magic6_rsr_porsche_design_to_the_global_audience-news-62691.php- Poco F6 Pro rumors: https://www.gsmarena.com/poco_f6_pro_key_specs_geekbench-news-62710.php- Nokia 3210: https://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_3210_2024_is_the_latest_reimagined_retro_feature_phone__-news-62771.php
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