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Google I/O 2024 kicked off with lots of news and updates about how Google is integrating artificial intelligence even deeper into Android with Gemini. We're incredibly thrilled to get the opportunity to sit down with Sameer Samat (President, Android Ecosystem) and Dave Burke (VP Engineering, Android) for an in-depth chat breaking down some of the more interesting aspects of Gemini and Android, as well as getting a special perspective on what Android 15 brings to users.
Topics discussed during the interview:
A look at the journey of Gemini and Android over the past yearHow Gemini and AI fit into the overall Android product strategyBalancing the 7 years of updates commitment and the speed of AI growthDetails on Scam Detection with Gemini and AndroidHow developers can harness Gemini and convince their managers to invest in AIThe requirements for the latest Android Studio for developersInsight into the power management improvements within WearOS 5How the theft detection in Android 15 worksSameer and Dave's favorite features of Android 15Confirmation of the Android 15 dessert name!
We hope you enjoyed this special Google I/O edition of Android Faithful. We'll be back next week with our regular/usual episode where we'll dive even deeper into all the Google I/O news and announcements.


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As if Google I/O excitement wasn't enough, we shared some big news on the podcast this week! Listen as Jason Howell, Huyen Tue Dao, Ron Richards and Mishaal Rahman reveal the brand new Android Faithful website featuring newsletters, articles, reviews and more! Check it out at AndroidFaithful.com and then listen as we discuss all the major Android news of the week!
NEWS
Google I/O is next week and we share what we're excited to see along with programming updates about our coverageOne UI 6.1 with AI rolls out to to the Samsung S21 series and older foldablesMediaTek is getting in on the premium Android action in the US this yearMultitasking on Android 14 is finally better on tabletsThe Patron Pick speculated whether or not HTC might launch a phone with a faster Snapdragon chip soon?
HARDWARE
Ahead of I/O, Google rolls out the Pixel 8A Also, the Pixel Tablet shed the dock and sells for $399Hands-On with the Rabbit R1 and continued debunking of it's relationship with AndroidGet ready for style with the Porsche Design Honor Magic6 RSR with clean lines and design Walmart levels up your living room with the Onn 4K Pro streaming set top box with Google TV
APPS
Exciting news for new phone set ups as Google's working on a way to speed-up data transfersGoogle Photos adds a new feature to enhance videos with a buttonThere's a new android app for Comic Books called Omnibus


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This edition of Android Faithful sure did erupt into something spectacular as Jason Howell, Huyen Tue Dao, Ron Richards and Mishaal Rahman dig deep into the Rabbit R1 and it's tenuous Android connection along with tracking the latest rumors, leaks and news about Samsung, Google and more!
NEWS
Mark your calendars, the next Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event is coming in July!It's Android 15 time with Mishaal as we go even deeper into the new OSWear OS is gaining on the Apple WatchThe Patron Pick celebrates Google Play enabling downloading two apps at once, finally!
HARDWARE
Some curious Pixel Tablet release rumorsDetails of the Google Pixel 8A are leaking left and right including the costAnd Google has a refresh of the Chromecast with Google TV getting teed up
APPS
Google explains why YouTube Music should be the destination for podcasts and we have opinions!Want Android 15's volume panel now? Here you go!Mishaal unravels the Rabbit R1's connection to Android with BREAKING NEWS of Rabbit's response
BONUS HARDWARE
Unboxing the Nothing Ear 3
COMMUNITY
James from SoCal write in about Google Messages compressing images and video even over RCSMike in Dubai has thoughts about Google One and the end of the Google One VPNStealth Dave provides some recommendations for multi-device travel chargers

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We're into the quiet period before Google I/O, but that doesn't stop Google from doing a massive re-org that affects Android dramatically. Huyen, Jason, Mishaal and Ron break it all down and get a little emotional about saying goodbye to Hiroshi Lockheimer.
NEWS
Google shares the future as they build it with AI and reorganize their divisonsMishaal shares even more Android 15 previewsMeta rolls out the Horizon OS, based on Android, for more third party partnersThe Patron Pick highlights the new AI tool in YouTube is pretty helpful!
HARDWARE
Hands on with the Nothing Ear (a) in bright yellowImproved performance looms for the OnePlus Pad 2Introducing the Pura 70 line from HuaweiGlobal manufacturer Tecno goes in on camera functionality with the Camon 30 Premiere
APPS
TikTok Notes is the upstart rival to InstagramGoogle Messages is rolling out Selfie GIF functionality and even more features coming for Google PhotosEV drivers get some cool functionality in Google Maps
COMMUNITY
Timothy writes in to defend the Google One VPNMike from Ohio was able to change the ringtone on his Pixel Watch 2!Andrew from Ontario celebrates the new Google Home Controls screensaver

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The gang is back together as Ron returns to join Huyen, Jason and Mishaal and just in time too since the Android 15 beta dropped and Mishaal's got the breakdown. That plus...a phone made of wood?!?
NEWS
Android 15 Beta has arrived!Samsung overcomes Apple in market share according to IDCGoogle Gemini and OnePlus are working together in a confusing fashionSamsung brings Galaxy AI to more Galaxy devicesThe Patron Pick shows that Google listens as Google Messages brings back the single-line text field after getting complaints
HARDWARE
Pixel 9 line developments as a new modem brings emergency satellite connections and perhaps the Pixel Fold gets renamed?Leaked looks at the Sony Xperia 1 VIMotorola rolls out the Edge 50 series, featuring a wood backing plate (again!)
APPS
All Google Photos users are getting AI editing tools Sadly, Google One VPN is dying
COMMUNITY
Stephen from Ontario has solved the taking calls while driving with Maps problemMike from Ohio has discovered a huge drawback to the Google Pixel Watch 2John from Cincinnati, also in Ohio, shares some tech observations while traveling abroad
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Welcome Ben Schoon of 9to5Google to the show as we've got a lot going on with Android 15 developments and Google's rollout of the Find My Device network, finally!
NEWS
We got some amazing photos of the solar eclipse yesterday!Mishaal's got the latest rundown of what's coming to Android 15Google is finally rolling out the Find My Device Network - whoo hoo!The Patron Pick is a hoot with a new device that lets you run Samsung Dex on your car screen!!
HARDWARE
The rumored Motorola Edge 50 has been announced!The Samsung Galaxy S25 will stick Exynos and Snapdragon
APPS
Beeper was acquired by Automattic!! In more messaging news, Sunbird is coming back, rising like a phoenixOnePlus is rolling out AI Eraser and some rumors about Google's Magic Eraser
COMMUNITY
Owen from Ottawa, Canada checks in on Chrome tabsChaim from Crown Heights in Brooklyn) wants to know if Android's Earthquake Detection actually works?Jakob shows off how he watches Android Faithful
Thanks to Ben Schoon for joining us - check out all his great work at 9to5Google!

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