It's time for episode 361 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Michael Fisher and Kevin Michaluk (Clicks), plus Frank McShan (FrankMcShan) -- brought to you by Clicks Technology. This episode comes in two parts. First, we talk with two of Clicks' co-founders about how the first creator keyboard for iPhone came to be. Second (20:21), we find out what it's like to wear and experience Apple's Vision Pro headset. Finally, we discuss the OnePlus 12R and Vivo's V30, then cover the latest news, leaks, and rumors. Enjoy :)Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Clicks Technology: https://www.clicks.tech (sponsor)- Michael Fisher: https://www.threads.net/@captain2phones- Kevin Michaluk: https://twitter.com/crackberrykevin- Frank McShan: https://www.instagram.com/frankmcshan/- Frank's Apple Vision Pro experience so far: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C2-8QzXrVwg/- Apple Vision Pro disassembly: https://www.gsmarena.com/teardowns_give_us_a_look_inside_the_apple_vision_pro_-news-61492.php- Apple folding phone rumors: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_is_working_on_a_78_foldable_for_20262027-news-61459.php- OnePlus 12R: https://www.xda-developers.com/oneplus-12r-review/- Vivo V30: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_v30_arrives_with_two_impressive_50_mp_main_cameras_and_a_big_battery-news-61450.php- Xiaomi 14 series global launch Feb 25: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_14_global_debut_set_for_february_25-news-61496.php- Nothing Phone 2a leaks: https://www.gsmarena.com/officiallooking_nothing_phone_2a_render_reveals_glyphless_design-news-61482.php- Samsung Galaxy S24 series camera update rumor: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_is_working_on_a_camera_update_for_the_galaxy_s24-news-61481.php

This is episode 360 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Finbarr Moynihan (MediaTek) and Parker Burton (ImParkerBurton) -- brought to you by MediaTek. This week's show comes in two parts. First, we learn about MediaTek's brand new Dimensity 8300 premium SoC, and how it differs from its flagship sibling. Second (20:53), we dive into Apple's Vision Pro reviews and share our thoughts on this polaziting new AR/VR headset. We then discuss our Realme 12 Pro+ first impressions and cover news from Xioami, Nothing, Tecno, HMD, and Bullitt.Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- MediaTek: http://www.poweredbymediatek.com/ (sponsor)- MediaTek Dimensity 8300: https://www.mediatek.com/products/smartphones-2/mediatek-dimensity-8300- Finbarr Moynihan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/finbarr-moynihan-b653b51/- Parker Burton: https://twitter.com/imparkerburton- Apple Vision Pro reviews: https://www.theverge.com/24054862/apple-vision-pro-review-vr-ar-headset-features-price- Realme 12 Pro series official: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_12_pro_duo_comes_with_a_telephoto_camera_12_pro_adds_a_periscope_lens-news-61381.php- Xiaomi 14 series global launch teased: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_14_series_global_launch_teased-news-61429.php- Nothing Phone 2a launch teased: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_phone_2a_launch_teased__-news-61433.php- Tecno Spark 20 Pro+: https://www.instagram.com/p/C2niXUrvTq5/?hl=en- HMD Global Dropping Nokia branding: https://www.gsmarena.com/hmd_is_dropping_its_nokia_branding_-news-61419.php- Bullitt ceasing operations: https://www.gsmarena.com/rugged_phone_maker_bullitt_cracks_under_financial_pressure-news-61413.php

Welcome to episode 359 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Dirk Kesselgruber (GKN Automotive) and Allison Johnson (The Verge) -- brought to you by GKN Automotive. Today's show comes in two parts. First, we explore how GKN Automotive is enabling new EV driver experiences by mastering software in e-powertrains. Second (20:53), we review the (excellent) OnePlus 12, and share our (second) impressions of Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra. We also dive into news, leaks, and rumors from Google, Asus, Moto, Redmi, and Honor, then celebrate the Mac's 40th anniversary... Happy birthday!Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- GKN Automotive: https://www.gknautomotive.com/ (sponsor)- Dirk Kesselgruber: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dirk-kesselgruber-28191122/- Allison Johnson: https://www.threads.net/@allisonjo1- Allison's OnePlus 12 review: https://www.theverge.com/24047368/oneplus-12-review- My OnePlus 12 review: https://hothardware.com/reviews/oneplus-12-review- Allison's Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra hands-on: https://www.theverge.com/2024/1/17/24040715/samsung-galaxy-s24-ultra-specs-price-ai- Google Pixel 8 series, now Mint-y fresh: https://www.theverge.com/2024/1/24/24049317/google-pixel-8-pro-mint-color-announced-hands-on- Google Pixel 9 series leaks: https://www.theverge.com/2024/1/23/24048246/pixel-9-pro-leak-specs-google- Asus ROG Phone 8 series: https://www.theverge.com/2024/1/8/24023549/asus-rog-phone-8-pro-ai-price-release-date-specs-features-gaming-smartphone- Moto G Play (2024): https://www.gsmarena.com/moto_g_play_2024_is_now_official_with_149_price_tag_50_mp_main_camera-news-61248.php- Redmi Note 13 series now global: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_note_13_series_begin_international_rollout-news-61225.php- Honor Magic V2 now available in Europe: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_magic_v2_finally_ready_to_make_its_european_debut_on_january_26-news-61336.php- The Mac turns 40: https://www.theverge.com/24048479/apple-mac-40-anniversary

Join me for episode 358 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Blake Gaiser (Samsung) and Nirave Gondhia (Hot Tech) -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In this action-packed episode, we go hands-on with the Galaxy S24 series and discuss cameras and AI with Samsung's Director of Smartphone Product Management. We then share our first impressions on two other exciting flagships, the OnePlus 12 and Oppo Find X7 Ultra... Good stuff!Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate / buy me a coffee: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech- Blake Gaiser: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blakegaiser/- Nirave Gondhia: https://twitter.com/nirave- Hot Tech: http://hot.tech/- My Samsung Galaxy S24 series hands-on video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_XJ04Apm6c- Samsung Galaxy S24 series: https://hothardware.com/news/samsung-galaxy-s24-announcement-hands-on- OnePlus 12: https://www.phonearena.com/news/oneplus-12-hands-on_id154197- Oppo Find X7 Ultra: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_find_x7_ultra_is_the_first_dualperiscope_flagship_brings_new_sony_1inch_sensor-news-61141.php

Tune into episode 357 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Bill Stewart (Infineon) and Adam Doud (SlashGear) -- brought to you by Infineon. Today's episode comes in two parts. First, we explore how semiconductors in EVs accelerate Infineon's mission towards digitalization and decarbonization. Second (18:12), we recap CES 2024 by sharing our favorite tech from the show -- including the Clicks keyboard case for iPhone, Rabbit R1 pocket companion, Realme 12 Pro+, and more. Enjoy :)Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Infineon: https://www.infineon.com/cms/en/product/promopages/oktobertech/americas/ (sponsor)- Bill Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stewart-bill/- Adam Doud: https://twitter.com/DeadTechnology- Clicks keyboard case: https://www.theverge.com/2024/1/11/24034555/clicks-keyboard-case-iphone-hands-on- Rabbit R1: https://www.tomsguide.com/reviews/rabbit-r1- Lenovo booth tour: https://hothardware.com/news/lenovo-booth-tour-ces2024- BMW Xreal AR demo: https://www.techradar.com/vehicle-tech/bmw-just-put-ar-in-a-car-and-it-finally-makes-perfect-sense- Realme 12 Pro+: https://www.engadget.com/the-realme-12-pro-is-the-first-mid-range-device-with-a-3x-periscope-zoom-camera-233636358.html- Brane X speaker: https://www.slashgear.com/1492118/ces-2024-innovation-spotlight-brane-x-portable-smart-speaker/- Marelli, Mudra, and more: https://www.slashgear.com/1490726/best-moments-ces-2024-day-3-recap/- New Asus ZenBook Duo: https://www.slashgear.com/1488923/asus-zenbook-duo-dual-screen-laptop-displays-ces-2024/

This is episode 356 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Avi Greengart of Techsponential -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In this week's show, we share our predictions for CES 2024, complete with a couple ranty tangents about VR headsets and hearing aids. We then dive into the latest news, leaks, and rumors from LG, Samsung, Vivo, OnePlus, Realme, Poco, and Honor.Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate / buy me a coffee: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech- Avi Greengart: https://twitter.com/greengart- CES predictions: https://www.engadget.com/ces-2024-what-we-expect-in-las-vegas-this-year-140040145.html- Avi's Meta Quest 3 lens insert report: https://www.techsponential.com/reports/zenniquest3- LG DukeBox: https://www.engadget.com/lgs-dukebox-puts-vacuum-tube-audio-behind-a-transparent-oled-display-125526158.html- Samsung Galaxy Unpacked confirmed for Jan 17: https://www.theverge.com/2024/1/2/24022816/samsung-galaxy-s24-unpacked-2024-date-time-san-jose- Vivo X100 series now available in India: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_x100_x100_pro_india_price_sale_date-news-61095.php- OnePlus Buds 3: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_buds_3_will_come_with_dual_drivers_flagship_sound_quality-news-61060.php- Realme 12 Pro+ getting periscope telephoto: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_confirms_periscope_camera_for_the_upcoming_realme_12_pro-news-61091.php- Poco X6 series launching Jan 11: https://www.gsmarena.com/poco_x6_poco_x6_pro_india_launch_date_design-news-61071.php- Honor Magic 6 Pro teaser: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_magic6_pro_revealed_in_lovely_new_purple_color-news-61089.php

It's time for episode 355 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Jason Howell of Android Faithful -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In this episode, we cover a whole bunch of leaks, rumors, and teasers -- from Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked (Jan 17) to Oppo's Find X7 series (Jan 8), to OnePlus' Ace 3 (Jan 4). We also discuss micro 4/3 sensors on phones, Nothing's Phone 2a, a pause in the Apple Watch ban, Xiaomi's SU7 EV, and more. Happy new year :)Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate / buy me a coffee: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech- Jason Howell: https://twitter.com/jasonhowell- Samsung Galaxy Unpacked date leaks: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_unpacked_leaked_press_materials_confirm_s24_series_launch_date_and_key_specs-news-60998.php- Oppo Find X7 series teaser, launch Jan 8: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_starts_taking_reservations_for_the_find_x7_and_find_x7_ultra_shows_them_from_all_angles-news-61054.php- Realme teases periscope telephoto: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_periscope_camera_flagship-news-61055.php- Micro 4/3 phone rumor: https://ymcinema.com/2023/12/26/are-you-ready-for-smartphones-with-micro-four-thirds-sensors/- OnePlus 12R specs leak: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_12r_specs_and_launch_date_leak-news-61009.php- OnePlus Ace 3 teaser, launch Jan 4: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_ace_3_launch_date-news-61036.php- Nothing Phone 2a specs leak: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_phone_2a_detailed_specs_surface_official_wallpapers_in_toll-news-61028.php- Nothing Phone 2a price rumor: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_phone_2as_price_leaks_alongside_ram_storage_options-news-61053.php- Honor + Porsche Design teaser: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_posts_first_magic6_porsche_design_teaser-news-61008.php- Apple Watch ban temporarily paused: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_watch_sales_ban_temporary_halt-news-61044.php- Fossil dropping WearOS rumor: https://www.gsmarena.com/fossil_watches_will_no_longer_run_on_wear_os_reports_claim-news-61027.php- Xiaomi SU7 EV: https://www.engadget.com/xiaomi-says-its-su7-ev-can-outperform-porsche-and-has-more-tech-than-tesla-095637762.html

Join me for episode 354 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Ben Bajarin of Creative Strategies -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In today's episode, we share our top 5 phones of 2023, and discuss the Apple Watch Ban, Intel's latest Core Ultra chip, and Nubia's new Z60 Ultra flagship. We then cover news, leaks, and rumors from Samsung, Oppo, Redmagic, Nothing, the SAE, and Volkswagen... Happy holidays!Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate / buy me a coffee: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech- Ben Bajarin: https://twitter.com/benbajarin- My top five phones of 2023: https://www.threads.net/@tnkgrl/post/C1Fymgpy4rN- Apple Watch ban: https://www.theverge.com/2023/12/18/24006080/apple-watch-ban-series-9-ultra-2-itc-import- Intel Core Ultra: https://www.theverge.com/2023/12/14/23998215/intel-core-ultra-cpu-specs-availability- Samsung adds folding phones to self repair program: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_adds_new_devices_to_selfrepair_program_and_expands_to_30_more_countries_in_europe-news-60990.php- Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra night-mode rumors: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s24_ultra_to_come_with_better_night_mode_ai_optimized_200_mp_photos-news-60967.php- Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra 24MP mode rumors: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_might_switch_the_galaxy_s24_ultra_to_capture_24mp_images_by_default-news-60954.php- Oppo Find X7 Ultra 1-inch LYTIA sensor confirmed: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_confirms_the_1inch_sony_lyt900_sensor_for_a_find_x7-news-60978.php- Oppo Find X7 leaks: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_find_x7_pops_up_in_render_along_with_specs-news-60942.php- Nubia Z60 Ultra: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_nubia_z60_ultra_packs_18mm35mm85mm_cameras_6000mah_battery_and_ip68-news-60959.php- RedMagic 9 Pro now global: https://www.gsmarena.com/nubia_red_magic_9_pro_goes_international_with_a_649_starting_price-news-60948.php- Nothing Phone 2a leaks: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_phone_2a_test_unit_leaks_with_photos_and_alleged_specs-news-60940.php- SAE approves NACS as standard J3400: https://electrek.co/2023/12/15/saes-nacs-certification-is-ready-and-itll-fix-every-ev-charging-problem-at-once/- VW Group finally adopts NACS: https://insideevs.com/news/701566/volkswagen-group-switch-to-nacs/

Welcome to episode 353 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Andrea Smith of CNN Underscored -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In this week's show we discuss the ongoing Beeper / iMessage saga, Realme's hot new GT5 Pro, and Vivo's X100 series imaging powerhouse. We then cover news, leaks and rumors from Samsung, Moto / Pantone, Oppo, Honor, Tecno, Meizu / Polestar, and Google.Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate / buy me a coffee: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech- Andrea Smith: https://www.threads.net/@andreasmithtech- Beeper blocked by Apple (again): https://www.theverge.com/2023/12/13/24000609/beeper-mini-cloud-outage-imessages-investigating- Realme GT5 Pro: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_gt5_pro_is_here_with_snapdragon_8_gen_3_5400mah_battery_periscope-news-60845.php- Vivo X100 series global launch: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_x100_x100_pro_global_launch_date-news-60871.php- Ben Sin's Vivo X100 Pro video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1CIlY9DP_Jw- Oppo Find X7 Pro dual-periscope rumor: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_find_x7_pro_schematic_shows_a_dual_periscope_telephoto_camera_system-news-60887.php- Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra 5x/10x telephoto details: https://www.gsmarena.com/report_the_galaxy_s24_ultra_to_keep_10x_zoom_add_a_5x_as_well-news-60888.php- Honor Magic 6 series camera specs leak: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_magic6_camera_details_surface_to_have_variable_aperture_lens-news-60878.php- Tecno future lens event: https://www.gsmarena.com/tecno_announces_variable_apperture_liquid_lens_periscope_coming_to_phantom_x_series-news-60864.php- Pantone "Peach Fuzz" Moto Razr+ and Edge 40 Neo: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_razr_40_ultra_and_edge_40_neo_are_now_available_in_pantones_color_of_the_year_2024-news-60853.php- Meizu 21 / Polestar Phone: https://www.gsmarena.com/meizu_21_announced_with_snapdragon_8_gen_3_200mp_main_cam_and_flymeos_105-news-60766.php- My Polestar phone-related story: https://www.techradar.com/vehicle-tech/tesla-phone-xiaomi-ev-the-line-between-your-car-and-your-phone-is-starting-to-blur-and-its-a-good-thing- Google Gemini: https://www.engadget.com/googles-answer-to-gpt-4-is-gemini-the-most-capable-model-weve-ever-built-150039571.html

It's time for episode 352 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest and YouTube creator Quinn Nelson of Snazzy Labs -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In this episode, we share our thoughts on why Tesla's Cybertruck is a tech game changer. We then chat about Beeper Mini, which brings iMessage support to Android, and about the OnePlus 12, which was just launched in China. Enjoy :)Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate / buy me a coffee: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech- Quinn Nelson: https://twitter.com/SnazzyLabs- The CyberTruck is finally here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6WDq0V5oBg- Quinn's Beeper Mini video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S24TDRxEna4- OnePlus 12: https://www.theverge.com/2023/12/5/23988905/oneplus-12-china-launch-price-specs-features