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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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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

Oct 8, 2023 • 1h 6min
Google event recap, Pixel 8 series first impressions, Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, and more with Ron Richards of Android Faithful
It's time for episode 343 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Ron Richards of Android Faithful -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In this episode, we recap the Google event and share our first impressions on the Pixel 8 series and the Pixel Watch 2. We also discuss Samsung's new Galaxy FE devices and cover the latest leaks, rumors, and teasers from Samsung and OnePlus... Fun!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- Ron Richards: https://twitter.com/ronxo- Google Pixel 8 Pro: https://www.theverge.com/23900556/google-pixel-8-pro-hands-on-specs-price-launch- Google Pixel 8: https://www.theverge.com/23902229/google-pixel-8-hands-on-specs-price-release-date- Google Pixel Watch 2: https://www.engadget.com/google-pixel-watch-2-hands-on-new-biometric-sensors-in-a-slightly-lighter-package-143002557.html- Google Pixel Buds Pro update: https://www.engadget.com/pixel-buds-pro-update-adds-conversation-detection-and-several-other-new-features-143008298.html- Google Pixel Flip rumors: https://9to5google.com/2023/10/02/pixel-comet-fold-2-flip/- What the Google Pixel 8 series means for photography: https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/7/23906753/google-pixel-8-pro-photo-editing-tools-ai- Samsung Galaxy S23 FE: https://www.engadget.com/samsung-galaxy-s23-fe-hands-on-moving-beyond-fan-edition-230013723.html- Samsung Galaxy S24 series titanium rumor: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s24_s24_and_s24_ultra_will_all_have_titanium_frames_new_rumor_claims-news-60129.php- OnePlus Open teaser: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_open_hype_building_campaign_officially_starts_with_a_first_look_video-news-60089.php- OnePlus Open "leak": https://9to5google.com/2023/09/29/oneplus-open-first-appearance/

Oct 1, 2023 • 1h 8min
iPhone 15 Pro handheld gaming, Xiaomi 13T and 13T Pro, Microsoft event recap, and Meta Quest 3 with Matt Swider of The Shortcut
Welcome to episode 342 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Matt Swider of The Shortcut -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In today's show we discuss how Apple's iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max are reshaping mobile gaming, recap last week's Microsoft event, and share our thoughts on the Meta Quest 3. We also cover Xiaomi's new 13T and 13T Pro, Tecno's Phantom V Flip, and more.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- Matt Swider: https://twitter.com/mattswider- Apple iPhone 15 Pro and handheld gaming: https://www.theshortcut.com/p/tech-news-for-september-29-2023- Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max camera ranks second on DxOMark: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_iphone_15_pro_max_lands_2nd_in_dxomarks_chart-news-60032.php- Samsung Galaxy S23 FE price leaks: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s23_fe_price_leaks-news-60019.php- Sony Xperia 5 V not coming to the US: https://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_5_v_no_usa_launch_2023-news-60044.php- Microsoft event recap: https://www.theverge.com/2023/9/21/23882273/microsoft-event-surface-windows-office-ai- Meta Quest 3: https://www.theverge.com/2023/9/27/23890731/meta-quest-3-headset-hands-on-mixed-reality-connect- Xiaomi 13T and 13T Pro: https://www.engadget.com/xiaomis-13t-pro-brings-its-leica-goodness-to-more-western-markets-144108348.html- Tecno Phantom V Flip official: https://www.gsmarena.com/tecnos_first_clamshell_foldable_phantom_v_flip_is_now_official-news-59990.php- Nio Phone: https://www.arenaev.com/nio_phone_is_official_with_unrivaled_car_features_three_50_mp_cameras-news-2452.php- Nothing's CMF products: https://www.gsmarena.com/cmf_by_nothing_introduces_three_new_products_buds_pro_watch_pro_and_65w_gan_charger-news-60026.php

Sep 24, 2023 • 1h 17min
Exploring Apostrophy's mobility platform, Apple iPhone 15 series review, Amazon event recap, and more with Steve Cistulli and Rich DeMuro
Tune into episode 341 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Steve Cistulli (Apostrophy) and Rich DeMuro (KTLA) -- brought to you by Apostrophy. This week's show comes in two parts. First, we explore Apostrophy's security- and privacy-focused mobility platform. Second (15:17), we recap the Amazon event and review Apple's iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, and 15 Pro Max. Finally, we talk about an intriguing Samsung rumor. Enjoy :)Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate / buy me a coffee: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- Apostrophy: https://www.aphy.io/ (sponsor)- Steve Cistulli: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevecistulli/- Rich DeMuro: https://twitter.com/richontech- Amazon event recap: https://www.theverge.com/2023/9/20/23881164/amazon-event-hardware-devices-alexa-echo-ring- iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max review: https://www.theverge.com/23879619/apple-iphone-15-pro-max-review- iPhone 15 and 15 Plus review: https://www.wired.com/review/apple-iphone-15/- iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max easier to repair: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_iphone_15_pro_and_15_pro_max_design_makes_replacing_the_rear_glass_panel_much_cheaper-news-59941.php- Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra telephoto rumors: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s24_ultra_rumored_to_ditch_periscope_module-news-59957.php

Sep 17, 2023 • 1h 22min
Exploring the tech behind FirstNet, Apple "Wonderlust" event recap, iPhone 15 series first impressions, and more with Shannon Browning and Rebecca Isaacs
This is episode 340 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Shannon Browning (FirstNet) and Rebecca Isaacs (Forbes) -- brought to you by AT&T. This episode comes in two parts. First, we explore some of the cool tech behind FirstNet, built with AT&T. Second (18:40), we recap Apple's "Wonderlust" event and share our first impressions on the iPhone 15 series and updated Apple watches. Finally, we dive into some folding phone news from Honor and Tecno... Good times!Episode Links- Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl- Donate / buy me a coffee: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/- FirstNet, built with AT&T: https://about.att.com/pages/disaster-recovery/network-recovery (sponsor)- Shannon Browning: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-browning-5917b8208/- Rebecca Isaacs: https://twitter.com/BexwasX- Apple "Wonderlust" event recap: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbes-personal-shopper/2023/09/12/how-to-pre-order-iphone-15-apple-watch-series-9/- iPhone 15 Pro / Pro Max: https://www.theverge.com/23859793/iphone-15-pro-max-hands-on-pictures-video-apple- iPhone 15 / 15 Plus: https://gizmodo.com/apple-iphone-15-hands-on-upgrade-1850832173- iPhone 15 Pro Max "tetraprism" 5x telephoto: https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/iphone-15-pro-max-tetraprism-means-better-5x-telephoto-camera/- iPhone 15 Pro / Pro Max pack 8GB of RAM: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_iphone_15_pro_iphone_15_pro_max_ram_amount-news-59885.php- Apple Watch Series 9 / Ultra 2: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_watch_9_and_watch_ultra_2_price_availability-news-59873.php- Honor bringing V Purse to China... Surprise! https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_to_introduce_v_purse_in_china_on_september_19-news-59850.php- Tecno V Flip coming Sep 22: https://www.gsmarena.com/tecno_phantom_v_flip_5g_launch_date-news-59822.php

Sep 10, 2023 • 1h 17min
Sony Xperia 1 V review, 1-inch sensors, Realme GT5, Infinix Zero 30 5G, and more with Steve Litchfield of Phones Show Chat
Join me for episode 339 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Steve Litchfield of Phones Show Chat -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In today's show, we focus (ha!) on mobile photography by reviewing Sony's Xperia 1 V and sharing our thoughts on 1-inch sensors in phones. We then discuss the latest iPhone and Pixel leaks, and cover new phones from Realme and Infinix, plus the latest news...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- Steve Litchfield: https://twitter.com/stevelitchfield- Steve's thoughts on the Sony Xperia 1 V camera: https://stevesrantsnraves.blogspot.com/2023/07/sony-xperia-1-v-musings-on-pureview.html- Steve's thoughts on 1-inch sensors: https://stevesrantsnraves.blogspot.com/2023/04/so-phones-now-have-camera-with-1-sensor.html- Apple iPhone 15 series camera specs leak: https://www.gsmarena.com/here_are_the_detailed_camera_specs_of_the_iphone_15_series-news-59805.php- Google Pixel 8 series andPixel Watch 2 details leak: https://www.theverge.com/2023/9/7/23863192/google-pixel-8-pro-watch-2- Realme GT5 official: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_gt5_unveiled_with_150w_and_240w_versions_top_model_has_24gb_of_ram-news-59688.php- Infinix Zero 30 5G official: https://www.gsmarena.com/infinix_zero_30_5g_debuts_with_50_mp_selfie_camera_that_records_video_in_4k-news-59762.php- Xiaomi 13T series coming Sept 26: https://www.gsmarena.com/official_xiaomi_13t_and_13t_pro_will_get_four_android_updates_five_years_of_security_patches-news-59809.php- Huawei Mate 60 Pro making waves: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/sep/06/huawei-mate-60-pro-mobile-phone-china-dodges-5g-chip-embargo- MediaTek announces 3nm chip: https://www.tomshardware.com/news/mediatek-beats-apple-to-3nm-process- Lenovo Legion Go: https://hothardware.com/news/lenovo-launches-legion-go-and-legion-glasses

Sep 3, 2023 • 1h 12min
IFA 2023 recap, Oppo Find N3 Flip, Sony Xperia 5 V, Huawei Mate 60 Pro, and more with David Ruddock and Nick Gray
It's time for episode 338 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests David Ruddock (formerly Android Police) and Nick Gray (Phandroid) -- brought to you by Mint Mobile. In this week's show, we recap IFA 2023, including the global Honor Magic V2, Honor V Purse concept, and sustainable Fairphone 5. We also discuss the freshly minted Oppo Find N3 Flip, Sony Xperia 5 V, and Huawei Mate 60 Pro, then cover exciting news from Google and Apple.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- David Ruddock: https://www.threads.net/@daviddoesfuji- Nick Gray: https://twitter.com/nickmgray- Oppo Find N3 Flip: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_find_n3_flip_brings_improved_cameras_and_dimensity_9200_chip-news-59703.php- Sony Xperia 5 V: https://phandroid.com/2023/09/01/the-sony-xperia-5-v-is-now-official/- Honor Magic V2 global: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_magic_v2_goes_global_leaves_important_questions_unanswered-news-59759.php- Honor V Purse: https://phandroid.com/2023/09/01/honors-v-purse-is-a-unique-and-novel-take-on-foldable-phones/- Huawei Mate 60 Pro: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_mate_60_pro_silently_arrives_with_three_punch_holes_in_the_display-news-59702.php- Fairphone 5: https://www.gsmarena.com/fairphone_5_goes_official_with_5_years_warranty_up_to_10_years_of_software_support-news-59724.php- Made By Google event Oct 4: https://www.theverge.com/2023/8/30/23852400/pixel-8-google-event-announced-date- Apple event Sept 12: https://www.engadget.com/apples-iphone-15-event-is-set-for-september-12th-161028116.html