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After some catch-up, Flo and Andy dive into the Google-leaked details of the Pixel 4. We'll discuss what the future holds for technology like Project Soli, which will come baked into the phone, and whether we'll be waving at our smart displays any time soon. We'll also touch upon the Chrome 76 loophole that made it difficult for you to get free content (pay journalists!), and we'll end on another bit of sweet Google Baby News. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code MATERIAL at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. Links and Show Notes: Google Blog: New features coming to Pixel 4 Engadget: Chrome now prevents sites from checking for private browsing mode Reddit: 9-month old baby's first word is "Google" Support Material with a Relay FM Membership

Flo and Andy go down various rabbit holes this week and discover plenty of new crevices in which to burrow along the way. After the first break, we'll walk you through Google's week of lawsuit roulette. Then, we'll check out Google's new lightweight photo gallery app called Gallery Go. We'll also test whether either of our Assistants has received the update that makes them less chatty. We'll end the show with the exciting arrival of Baby Google, who was recently born in Indonesia. This episode of Material is sponsored by: ExpressVPN: High-Speed, Secure & Anonymous VPN Service. Get 3 months free with a 1-year package. Linode: High-performance SSD Linux servers for all of your infrastructure needs. Get a $20 credit. Links and Show Notes: An expertly burrowed rabbit hole involving Android Q's background permissions Why Google is in trouble with its Street View cars Google settles ‘age-discrimination’ class-action lawsuit with more than 200 workers for $11 million FTC approves a settlement with Google over YouTube kids privacy violations Gallery Go Google is making Assistant less chatty when turning off the lights Parents name adorable baby after Google Support Material with a Relay FM Membership

This week, we're light on the catch-up and heavy on the information dump. Andy and Flo discuss the impact of Google Walkout organizer, Meredith Whittaker's, departure from the company. We'll also explain what recently transpired between Google and the U.S. Congress, and how the company is attempting to fight "stalkerware" apps. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code MATERIAL at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. Links and Show Notes: Another #GoogleWalkout Goodbye Congress’ antitrust hearings heard from Google, Facebook, Apple, and Amazon on Tuesday Google removes seven major stalkerware apps from Play Store War is over! Amazon Prime Video app now supports Chromecast and Android TV Support Material with a Relay FM Membership

It's summer sale time! This week, Andy and Flo run you through some of the better deals in the Google Store, including a massive discount on the Pixel 3 and 3 XL. After the first break, we'll dive into the 1,000 Android apps taking your data despite permission blocks. Then, we'll discuss the Twitter thread by Google Photos product lead David Lieb asking for feedback on the service, and why your IP68-rated phone isn't water resistant. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Linode: High-performance SSD Linux servers for all of your infrastructure needs. Get a $20 credit. Pingdom: Start monitoring your websites and servers today. Use offer code MATERIAL to get 30% off. Links and Show Notes: Report: Over 1,000 Android apps take your data, even despite permission blocks Android Q will kill some of these vulnerabilities Twitter conversation results in a list of imminent Google Photos features The thread! iFixit: Your phone is never waterproof, no matter what the manufacturer says Support Material with a Relay FM Membership

It's a holiday in the US, but we still managed to find something to discuss. Andy and Flo start with some excellent deals (nothing screams "independence!" like flash sales). After the break, we'll talk about Google's version of Apple's AirDrop (oh please, oh please!) and the new developer site for those interested in playing with Fuschia. We'll also chat about some new features coming to Google Docs, and how Google is helping turn "robots.txt" into a truly open standard. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code MATERIAL at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. Linode: High-performance SSD Linux servers for all of your infrastructure needs. Get a $20 credit. Links and Show Notes: Google working on ‘Fast Share,’ Android Beam replacement and AirDrop competitor Google has created a new developer site for Fuchsia Fuchsia GitHub page Google is testing a new document approvals pipeline in Google Suite Google takes first steps to formalize robots.txt as an open web standard Support Material with a Relay FM Membership

After a minor bit of catchup, Andy and Flo dive into why Google told employees that protesting YouTube alongside the company's official San Francisco Pride float is a big no-no. We'll also discuss why Google is saying au revoir to making tablets, and why we agree with Bill Gates. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Linode: High-performance SSD Linux servers for all of your infrastructure needs. Get a $20 credit. ExpressVPN: High-Speed, Secure & Anonymous VPN Service. Get 3 months free with a 1-year package. Links and Show Notes: Google warns its employees that Pride protests are against the company’s code of conduct An Open Petition to the San Francisco Pride Board of Directors YouTube looks to demonetization as punishment for major creators, but it doesn’t work Google's officially done making its own tablets Bill Gates says his ‘greatest mistake ever’ was Microsoft losing to Android Support Material with a Relay FM Membership

Flo is working on adopting a new hobby this summer, and Andy tells us how he missed out on that Android-based netbook. After the break, we discuss why Google's $1 billion investment in housing for the Bay Area isn't entirely altruism, and how the company got caught stealing lyrics from Genius. We also talk about how indexing video is the next essential step for search, and how fun it could be to make a game with Google's drag-and-drop Game Builder. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code MATERIAL at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. Links and Show Notes: Get your reading done before listening to the episode: Google blog: "$1 billion for 20,000 homes" SF Chronicle: Google puts up $1 billion to fight the housing crisis in its Bay Area backyard BGR: Google caught using Genius lyrics Google blog: "How we help you find lyrics" Android Police: Google app showing 'in this video' bookmarks for YouTube Google blog: Create 3D games, no coding required Support Material with a Relay FM Membership

Andy is about to make a terrible purchasing decision, and he's proclaiming it all on this week's podcast. After the break, Andy and Flo discuss why Google is accused of "killing the news," and why usernames and passwords aren't all that effective at keeping you safe. Then, we'll dive into the latest Pixel 4 rumors (is it a rumor if Google confirms it?). This episode of Material is sponsored by: Linode: High-performance SSD Linux servers for all of your infrastructure needs. Get a $20 credit. Pingdom: Start monitoring your websites and servers today. Use offer code MATERIAL to get 30% off. Links and Show Notes: News Media Alliance claims that Google makes $4.7 billion a year off newspapers Jeff Jarvis calls BS Passwords are not that great Pixel 4 rumors as leaked by Google Twiddle your thumbs to navigate Support Material with a Relay FM Membership

Flo relays her experience with the Lenovo Smart Clock, and Andy discovers the Pixel 1 is just a little bit waterproof. After the break, we discuss how YouTube is tackling hate. Then, Andy tells us why he's excited for Stadia. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code MATERIAL at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. ExpressVPN: High-Speed, Secure & Anonymous VPN Service. Get three months free with a 1-year package. Links and Show Notes: Maza's video Washington Post's overview of this week's events YouTube's response YouTube: Our ongoing work to tackle hate All about Stadia Support Material with a Relay FM Membership

Andy and Flo get real this week, first about the agony of managing a personal music library on Android, then about the new Google Lens features that are rolling out. After the ad, we'll break down the reports of "sweatshop-like working conditions" for linguists working on the Google Assistant, and why Google allowing abortion clinics to advertise will help save lives. We'll also discuss Google's "OneChrome" project, and whether we like the newly revamped Google Travel page. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code MATERIAL at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. ExpressVPN: High-Speed, Secure & Anonymous VPN Service. Get three months free with a 1-year package. Links and Show Notes: New Lens filters roll out to Android and iOS "A white-collar sweatshop" Google changes abortion ad policy OneChrome to rule them all Travel by Googs Support Material with a Relay FM Membership