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Flo burned her tongue so bad, but that won't stop her from talking about her time with the Galaxy S22 Ultra. But before we get to Samsung's big week, Andy joins in Flo's griping about network TV. We also talk about the rest of the Galaxy S22 lineup and Samsung's new tablets and leave you with news of a neat Chrome feature. Links and Show Notes: Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Announced: Price, Specs, and Preorders Samsung's Galaxy Tab S8 tablets go bigger than ever LumaFusion coming to Android in the first half of 2022 Chrome Journeys let you revisit your old Google rabbit holes Support Material with a Relay FM Membership

Andy is modding his smart lock, and Flo thinks that's kinda cool! This week, we're talking all about why Google should have taken advantage of the Joe Rogan/Spotify scandal by playing up YouTube Music's capabilities. Then, does Google want consumers to think of Android tablets as something positive all of a sudden? A few job postings on LinkedIn sure seem to indicate it. We'll also go through Google's Q4 2022 earnings and where it's spending all its money. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Wealthfront: Invest for the long term on your terms. Get your first $5,000 managed for free. Links and Show Notes: How to Cancel Spotify (and Take Your Playlists With You) Google believes 'Android Tablets' are 'future of computing' Alphabet's Profit Increased 36 Percent to $20.64 Billion in Q4 Alphabet (A shares) (GOOGL) Q4 2021 Earnings Call Transcript | The Motley Fool Lockpicking Lawyer Support Material with a Relay FM Membership

It's hard changing routines, and this week Flo is reckoning with how much she's enjoying making the switch to Fire TV after so many years with Google. We'll talk about Google's brave withdrawal of FLoC and why Topics is only slightly better, and we'll introduce you to Google's new executive VP in charge of technology and society. Then, we've got rumors! A ton of them! What is Google announcing this spring? Plenty of new gadget-y things! We'll talk about the AR glasses, the folding Pixel, the budget Chromecast, and the Pixel Watch. We'll even make some time for the Pixel 6a. It's so nice to have things to look forward to! This episode of Material is sponsored by: Ahrefs: Improve your website’s SEO performance and get more traffic from search. Free for website owners. Links and Show Notes: Google drops FLoC after widespread opposition, pivots to “Topics API” plan Get to know the new Topics API for Privacy Sandbox Google's new senior VP will explore technology's impact on society Ready for Google Glass, Round Two? This is Google's target price for its 'Pixel Notepad' foldable Google Chromecast HD 1080p Google TV dongle coming Google Pixel Watch Release Date Rumored to Be May 26 Google May Have a Cheap Pixel 6 Coming This Spring Support Material with a Relay FM Membership

This week, Andy and Flo brace themselves for the return of Google Glass, as rumored through this week's reveal of Project Iris. We talk about YouTube scaling back on original content and why it's struggling to cater to creators. We also touch upon some of the changes coming to Google Pay, and we remember Betty White as Google intended: with roses raining down over a banner splayed across your search results. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Ahrefs: Improve your website’s SEO performance and get more traffic from search. Free for website owners. Links and Show Notes: Ready for Google Glass, Round Two? An update on YouTube Originals Google kills YouTube Originals, its original video content group Google Labs working on blockchain, distributed computing New Google Pay focus is to be a comprehensive digital wallet Google Assistant White Noise Change Has Users Angry Support Material with a Relay FM Membership

This week's Nvidia Shield update has Flo wondering if it's time to upgrade her Chromecast with Google TV. Andy has finally achieved "Watch Later" Playlist Zero, and it's just as cathartic as Inbox Zero. Then, you know things are getting interesting when Android's SVP is subtweeting Apple in a public forum. Why is the head of Android speaking candidly about messaging apps? We also discuss MKBHD's recent renunciation of the Pixel 6 Pro and end with the latest details on Google's union-busting tactics. Links and Show Notes: Multiselect for YouTube Why Apple's iMessage Is Winning: Teens Dread the Green Text Bubble Google Exec Urges Apple to Adopt a Universal Messaging Standard MKBHD's Tweet Google hired union-busting consultants to convince employees “unions suck” Support Material with a Relay FM Membership

Google announces more compatibility with its Fast Pair technology and more integrations with Android Auto. Then, the ITC found Google guilting of violating patents filed by Sonos. What does that mean for your Nest devices at home? We'll also discuss why a lawsuit claims Google paid off Apple to stay out of its business and why DuckDuckGo's CEO claims Google is abusing its control of Chrome extensions. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Wealthfront: Invest for the long term on your terms. Get your first $5,000 managed for free. Links and Show Notes: Google's Improved Fast Pair Feature Will Make You Feel Like An Apple User It's About to Get Easier to Use Android Auto Wirelessly Google Infringed on Sonos Audio Patents, Trade Court Rules Upcoming Speaker Group changes - Google Nest Community Google is manipulating browser extensions to stifle competitors, DuckDuckGo CEO says Google Paid Apple to Stay Out of the Search Business, Lawsuit Claims Support Material with a Relay FM Membership

It's that weird week before Christmas and New Year's, so Andy and Flo are taking some time for reflection. We'll look back at the ways Google won us over in 2021. The Pixel 6, its revamped security cameras, and its attempt at reviving Wear OS were all extremely valiant efforts. We'll also take stock of some of Google's follies throughout the year, both internally and externally, before paying our respects to those we have lost to the Google Graveyard. Links and Show Notes: Doodle Champion Island Games Begin! Wing resumes drone deliveries in Canberra after raven attacks forced pause during nesting season Support Material with a Relay FM Membership

We're taking it easy this week. Andy's honeymoon with the Pixel 6 Pro is nearing its end, and Flo finally got herself a Christmas tree. We'll talk about the PIxel 5a's defeat over the iPhone 13 Pro, why it's not what you think, and why TikTok is beating out Google for traffic. Then we'll get really into the holiday spirit with Google's Santa Village and all the games you can play before diving into the Pixel-themed Tarot deck. Finally, in tribute to our brethren Down Under, we'll end with horror. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Pingdom: Start monitoring your website performance and availability today, and get instant alerts when an outage occurs or a site transaction fails. Use offer code MATERIAL to get 30% off. Offer expires on January 31, 2022, and can be used only once. Links and Show Notes: iPhone 13 Pro beaten out by Pixel 5a in blind test In 2021, the Internet went for TikTok, space and beyond Google Santa Tracker Google released a Pixel 6-themed tarot card deck that you can download A 1,300-leg millipede has been found, a new record Support Material with a Relay FM Membership

Flo and Andy are making their best impressions of the Christmas spirit. They wonder if Google Glass is coming back and why everyone is racing to put Android apps on Windows PCs. They applaud Google for its strict vaccination policy for its employees and chat about how Apple's latest Android app helps keep AirTag users safe. Then, it's time to bid farewell to the 21-year-old Google Toolbar. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Pingdom: Start monitoring your website performance and availability today, and get instant alerts when an outage occurs or a site transaction fails. Use offer code MATERIAL to get 30% off. Offer expires on January 31, 2022, and can be used only once. * Cross Promo: Automators: Automation for the people. Listen now. Links and Show Notes: Google is building a new augmented reality device and operating system Google is bringing Android games to Windows in 2022 Google employees to lose pay if don't comply with vaccination policy Apple releases 'Tracker Detect' Android app to find AirTags Take one last look at Google Toolbar, which is now dead Google Area 120's Museletter turns Docs into newsletters Google's Area 120 launches Qaya, a service offering web storefronts for digital creators Support Material with a Relay FM Membership

Andy indulges in opera while Flo is out on assignment this week. Andy beautifully explains what he enjoyed about Eurydice and Tosca during his trip to the Met and how his Pixel helped him navigate around New York City. Then, why are 200 newspapers suing Google for harming their advertising business? And have Roku and YouTube finally settled their beef? Andy will also walk you through why Microsoft is behind a bug that breaks an Android device's ability to call emergency services before routing you through the slew of Pixel Watch rumors—yes, that Pixel Watch that keeps getting un-rumored, then re-rumored. Maybe a Pixel Watch will get Hawkeye to upgrade his Pixel 3. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Pingdom: Start monitoring your website performance and availability today, and get instant alerts when an outage occurs or a site transaction fails. Use offer code MATERIAL to get 30% off. Offer expires on January 31, 2022, and can be used only once. Automators: Automation for the people. Listen now. Links and Show Notes: 200 Newspapers Sue Google, Facebook for Decimating Advertising Roku soars on new deal with Google to keep streaming YouTube Google confirms 'limited' Android bug that prevents emergency calling w/ Microsoft Teams installed, fix coming Google Might Actually Be Making a Pixel Watch for Real Marvel's 'Hawkeye' takes place in the universe where everyone bought a Google Pixel Support Material with a Relay FM Membership