
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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Dec 17, 2023 • 1h 5min
Beeper Mini blocked, Realme GT5 Pro, Vivo X100 series, and Moto Razr+ "Peach Fuzz" with Andrea Smith of CNN Underscored
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

Dec 10, 2023 • 1h 7min
Tesla Cybertruck, Beeper Mini, and OnePlus 12 with Quinn Nelson of Snazzy Labs
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

Dec 4, 2023 • 1h 6min
Teenagers and the future of Android, OnePlus 12 teaser, Oppo Reno 11 series, and more with Miles Franklin of Miles Above Tech
Tune into episode 351 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Miles Franklin of Miles Above Tech -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In this week's episode, we discuss the dominance of the iPhone among North American teenagers, and what it means for the future of Android. We then cover the latest OnePlus 12 teaser, plus news, leaks, and rumors from Realme, Oppo, IQOO, Redmi, and Xiaomi.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- Miles Franklin: https://twitter.com/milesabovetech- Mile's short video on teenagers and the future of Android: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Dab7gGN_wD4- Teenagers and the future of Android: https://www.androidpolice.com/android-teens-problem/- OnePlus 12 colors official, launching Dec 5 in China: https://www.gsmarena.com/this_is_what_the_oneplus_12_will_look_like_at_the_december_5_announcement-news-60714.php- OnePlus 12 cameras identical to OnePlus Open/Oppo Find N3: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_12_will_have_the_same_cameras_as_oneplus_open_oppo_find_n3-news-60727.php- OnePlus 12 India launch rumor: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_12_global_india_launch_date_tipped-news-60741.php- Realme GT5 Pro coming Dec 7: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_gt5_pro_is_arriving_on_december_7-news-60693.php- Realme GT5 Pro charging specs leak: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_gt5_pro_will_bring_100w_wired_and_50w_wireless_charging_for_under_500-news-60744.php- Oppo Reno 11 series: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_reno11_reno11_pro_availability_price-news-60680.php- IQOO 12 series: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_iqoo_12_series_brings_snapdragon_8_gen_3_capable_triple_camera_system-news-60503.php- Redmi K70 series: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_k70_arrives_with_new_50_mp_main_camera_k70_pro_runs_on_snapdragon_8_gen_3-news-60750.php- Redmi K70E with Dimensity 8300: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_k70e_also_launches_packs_a_dimensity_8300_and_a_667_120hz_display-news-60751.php- Redmi K70 Pro Lamborghini edition: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_k70_pro_automobili_lamborghini_squadra_corse_comes_with_24_gb_ram_1_tb_storage-news-60755.php- Redmi K70E will become global Poco X6 Pro: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_k70e_will_be_sold_internationally_as_poco_x6_pro-news-60740.php- Xiaomi 14 Ultra variable aperture rumor: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_14_ultra_could_introduce_a_wider_variable_aperture_to_its_main_camera-news-60747.php

Nov 26, 2023 • 1h 9min
Xiaomi 13T series review, RedMagic 9 Pro/Pro+, Honor 100 series, Redmi K70 series, and more with Basil Kronfli of TechEdit
This is episode 350 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Basil Kronfli of TechEdit -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In today's show, we review Xiaomi's Leica-branded 13T series and discuss the RedMagic 9 Pro/Pro+, Honor 100 series, and upcoming Redmi K70 series. We also cover news from Qualcomm, MediaTek, OnePlus, and Huawei... Good times!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- Basil Kronfli: https://twitter.com/basil_knows- Basil's Xiaomi 13T and 13T Pro review: https://www.digitalcameraworld.com/reviews/xiaomi-13t-and-13t-pro-review-leica-for-less- RedMagic 9 Pro / Pro+: https://www.gsmarena.com/red_magic_9_pro_and_pro_official_with_sd_8_gen_3_up_to_24gb_ram-news-60681.php- Honor 100 series: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_100_100_pro_arrive_with_100w_fast_charging_and_custommade_chip_for_calls-news-60686.php- Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3: https://www.gsmarena.com/snapdragon_7_gen_3_is_the_latest_midrange_chipset_from_qualcomm-news-60604.php- Redmi K70 series coming Nov 29: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_k70_k70e_k70_pro_launch_date-news-60679.php- Redmi K70E teaser: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_starts_teasing_the_k70e_it_will_have_the_dimensity_8300_on_board-news-60660.php- MediaTek DImensitty 8300: https://www.gsmarena.com/mediatek_dimensity_8300_brings_armv9_cpu_60_faster_gpu_and_generative_ai_capabilities_-news-60651.php- OnePlus 12 launching Dec 4: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_12_is_launching_on_december_4_-news-60631.php- OnePlus 12 Lytia 808 teaser: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_12_specs_teased_sony_lyt808_sensor_confirmed-news-60531.php- Sunbird shuts down "temporarily": https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_chats_partner_sunbird_temporarily_shuts_down_its_service-news-60658.php- Huawei's HarmonyOS Next drops Android app support: https://www.gsmarena.com/harmonyos_next_wont_have_android_app_support-news-60561.php

Nov 19, 2023 • 1h 13min
MediaTek Summit recap, Humane AI Pin, Nothing enables iMessage, Apple adopts RCS, and Vivo X100 series with Finbarr Moynihan, Nick Gray, Michael Fisher, Shannon Morse, and Christian de Looper
Join me for episode 349 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Finbarr Moynihan (MediaTek), plus Nick Gray (Phandroid), Michael Fisher (Mr. Mobile), Shannon Morse (Morse Code), and Christian de Looper (BGR, Digital Trends) -- brought to you by MediaTek. This episode comes in two parts. First, we recap the MediaTek Summit and dive into current SoC trends showcased by MediaTek's Dimensity 9300. Second (14:56), we share our thoughts on Humane's AI Pin, Nothing enabling iMessage support, Apple adopting RCS, and Vivo's new X100 series. 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 Dimensity 9300: https://www.mediatek.com/products/smartphones-2/mediatek-dimensity-9300- Finbarr Moynihan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/finbarr-moynihan-b653b51/- Nick Gray: https://twitter.com/nickmgray- Michael Fisher: https://twitter.com/Captain2Phones/- Shannon Morse: https://twitter.com/snubs- Christian de Looper: https://twitter.com/CdeLooper- Humane AI Pin: https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/9/23953901/humane-ai-pin-launch-date-price-openai- Nothing enables iMessage: https://phandroid.com/2023/11/14/nothing-finally-has-a-solution-for-the-imessage-rcs-conundrum/- Apple adopts RCS: https://phandroid.com/2023/11/16/apple-finally-announces-rcs-support-for-iphones-roll-out-expected-next-year/- Vivo X100 series: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_x100_series_debuts_with_dimensity_9300_x100_pro_brings_100mm_zeiss_apo_periscope-news-60567.php

Nov 12, 2023 • 1h 2min
Apple MacBook Pro M3 and iMac M3 reviews, Samsung Galaxy S24 series leaks, Realme GT5 Pro rumors, and Poco C65 with Derrek Lee of Android Central
Welcome to episode 348 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Derrek Lee of Android Central -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In today's show we review Apple's MacBook Pro M3 and iMac M3, then discuss the latest leaks and rumors about the Samsung Galaxy S24 series and Realme GT5 Pro. We also cover MediaTek's powerful new Dimensity 9300 and Xiaomi's super affordable Poco C65.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- Derrek Lee: https://twitter.com/iamDerrekLee- Apple MacBook Pro M3 (14-inch) review: https://www.theverge.com/23944344/apple-macbook-pro-14-2023-review-m3-specs-battery-ports- Apple MacBook Pro M3 Max (16-inch) review: https://www.engadget.com/macbook-pro-14-inch-and-16-inch-review-an-m3-chip-for-every-situation-140048075.html- Apple iMac M3 review: https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/06/apple-imac-m3-review/- MediaTek Dimensity 9300: https://hothardware.com/news/mediatek-dimensity-9300-all-in-big-cores-android-phones- Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra images: https://www.sammobile.com/2023/11/01/look-at-these-amazing-galaxy-s24-ultra-images/- Samsung Galaxy S24 series Exynos and Snapdragon: https://www.gsmarena.com/qualcomm_ceo_seemingly_confirms_exynossnapdragon_s24_duality-news-60455.php- Samsung Galaxy S24 series January 17: https://www.gsmarena.com/report_samsung_will_unveil_the_s24_series_at_a_us_event_on_january_17-news-60465.php- Realme GT5 Pro specs: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_gt5_pro_specs_listed__678_amoled_sd_8_gen_3_and_up_to_1tb_storage_-news-60384.php- Realme GT5 Pro display: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_gt5_pro_display_will_reach_3000_nits_brightness-news-60495.php- Realme GT5 Pro cameras: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_realme_gt5_pro_leak_details_a_change_in_camera_sensors-news-60442.php- Poco C65: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_poco_c65_is_here_with_helio_g85_674_90hz_display_5000mah_battery-news-60471.php

Nov 5, 2023 • 1h 21min
Exploring OktoberTech 2023 with Infineon, plus Apple "Scary Fast" event recap, Xiaomi 14 Pro hands-on, and more with Sean Kinney of RCR Wireless
Tune into episode 347 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Adrian Mikolajczak and Kim Lee (Infineon), plus Sean Kinney (RCR Wireless) -- brought to you by Infineon. This week's episode comes in two parts. First, we explore some of the tech showcased during Infineon's OktoberTech Silicon Valley 2023. Second (19:15), we recap everything that was announced at Apple's "Scary Fast" event, including the iMac M3 and MacBook Pro M3. Finally, we share our first impressions on the Xiaomi 14 Pro, and wax poetic about photography in the age of generative AI.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)- Adrian Mikolajczak: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrianmikolajczak/- Kim Lee: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-lee-30bb562/- Sean Kinney: https://twitter.com/seankinneyRCR- Apple iMac M3: https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/30/23938798/apple-m3-imac-price-specs-release-date-event- Apple MacBook Pro M3: https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/30/23938783/apple-macbook-pro-m3-max-specs-features-price-release-date- Sean's Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite story: https://www.rcrwireless.com/20231024/chips/qualcomm-ceo-on-oryon-cpu-performance-theres-a-new-sheriff-in-town- Xiaomi 14 Pro hands-on: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Un55y8tn6zQ- Vivo X100 coming Nov 13: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_x100_series_will_arrive_on_november_13_watch_3_also_incoming-news-60433.php- OnePlus 12 to feature another Sony LYTIA sensor: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_12_to_debut_sony_lytia_duallayer_stacked_cmos_sensor-news-60435.php- OnePlus Open includes pen support: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_open_actually_supports_stylus_input-news-60391.php- Photography in the age of generative AI: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/cameras-clout-creepinessphotography-era-gen-ai-sean-kinney-ibagc

Oct 30, 2023 • 1h 10min
Revisiting decarbonization and digitalization with Infineon's Adrian Mikolajczak and Kim Lee, plus Qualcomm Snapdragon Summit 2023 poolside recap with Michael Fisher, Rich Woods, Nick Gray, and Christian de Looper
It's time for episode 346 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Adrian Mikolajczak and Kim Lee (Infineon), plus Michael Fisher (Mr. Mobile), Rich Woods (XDA Developers), Nick Gray (Phandroid), Christian de Looper (BGR, Digital Trends), and a cameo by Adam Doud (SlashGear) -- brought to you by Infineon. This episode comes in two parts. First, we revisit decarbonization and digitalization as showcased during Infineon's OktoberTech Silicon Valley 2023. Second (16:55), join us poolside as we recap everything that was announced at Qualcomm's Snapdragon Summit 2023 in Hawaii, including the new Snapdragon X Elite and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoCs, Xiaomi 14 series flagships, and Honor Magic 6 series... Fun times!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)- Adrian Mikolajczak: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrianmikolajczak/- Kim Lee: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-lee-30bb562/- Michael Fisher: https://twitter.com/Captain2Phones/- Rich Woods: https://twitter.com/therichwoods- Nick Gray: https://twitter.com/nickmgray- Christian de Looper: https://twitter.com/CdeLooper- Adam Doud: https://twitter.com/DeadTechnology- Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite: https://www.xda-developers.com/4-things-you-didnt-know-qualcomm-snapdragon-x-elite/#every-major-windows-pc-oem-is-on-board- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3: https://bgr.com/tech/qualcomm-snapdragon-8-gen-3-news/- Xiaomi 14 series: https://phandroid.com/2023/10/27/xiaomi-14-the-worlds-first-snapdragon-8-gen-3-smartphone-has-arrived/- Honor Magic 6 series teased: https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/honors-magic-6-phone-teased-with-generative-ai-and-eye-tracking/

Oct 23, 2023 • 1h 9min
OnePlus Open review, Oppo Find N3, Xiaomi 14 series news, and more with Nirave Gondhia of Mint Insights
Join me for episode 345 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Nirave Gondhia of Mint Insights -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In this week's show, we share our in-depth review of the excellent OnePlus Open, and our first impressions of the Oppo Find N3. We also discuss the latest news, and leaks about Xiaomi's 14 series, and cover some Apple news and rumors. 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- Nirave Gondhia: https://twitter.com/nirave- My OnePlus Open review: https://hothardware.com/reviews/oneplus-open-review-this-folding-phone-puts-samsung-on-notice- Nirave's OnePlus Open unboxing: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/766XtG4tc6w- Oppo Find N3: https://www.engadget.com/oppos-find-n3-foldable-goes-big-on-displays-and-durability-094134290.html- Xiaomi 14 Pro renders leak: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_14_pro_design_leaked_renders-news-60213.php- Xiaomi 14 series arriving this month: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_14_series_is_arriving_this_month_partnership_with_leica_confirmed-news-60283.php- Xiaomi 14 series switching to HyperOS: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_ceo_announces_hyperos_first_to_arrive_with_the_xiaomi_14_series-news-60255.php- Apple Pencil with USB Type-C: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_pencil_with_usbc_announced-news-60260.php- Apple to update phones in box: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_developed_new_instore_device_for_wireless_software_updates-news-60241.php

Oct 15, 2023 • 1h 8min
Oppo Find N3 Flip review, Google Pixel 8 series review, Moto Edge (2023), and more with Enrique Villacrez of the Cyber Nut podcast
This is episode 344 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Enrique Villacrez of the Cyber Nut podcast -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In today's episode, we review Oppo's Find N3 Flip and Google's Pixel 8 series. We then discuss the Moto Razr (2023) which is now for sale, and the brand new Moto Edge (2023). Finally, we cover news, leaks, and rumors from OnePlus, Oppo, Xiaomi, and Qualcomm.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- Enrique Villacrez: https://twitter.com/EnriqueVTee- My Oppo Find N3 Flip review: https://geardiary.com/2023/10/12/oppo-find-n3-flip-review/- Oppo FInd N3 leaks: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_oppo_find_n3_weight_and_thickness_measured_in_live_photos-news-60205.php- Oppo Find N3 coming Oct 19: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_find_n3_series_global_launch_is_scheduled_for_october_19-news-60196.php- OnePlus Open leaks: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_open_leaks_in_detailed_renders_with_a_rumored_price_of_1699-news-60179.php- OnePlus Open coming Oct 19: https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/12/23913363/oneplus-open-foldable-launch-date-october-19- Moto Razr (2023) is $699: https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/10/23911156/motorola-razr-edge-2023-flip-phone-price-availability- Moto Edge (2023) is $599: https://www.androidpolice.com/motorola-edge-2023-announcement/- Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro review: https://www.theverge.com/23912370/google-pixel-8-pro-review-camera-assistant-magic-editor-best-take-audio-eraser- Xiaomi 14 series Oct 27 rumor: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_14_and_xiaomi_14_pro_will_be_unveiled_on_october_27_rumor_says-news-60195.php- Qualcomm Snapdragon X: https://www.gsmarena.com/qualcomm_is_rebranding_its_windows_on_arm_chips_to_snapdragon_x_series-news-60185.php
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