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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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JR Raphael of The Intelligence returns to the show to join Jason, MIshaal and Ron to discuss the latest in Google and Android updates plus some hands-on Gamer gear and some rumors of the Pixel 9 line.
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NEWS
Google has a bunch of updates to Shopping, Maps and Circle to SearchLatest in the upcoming Android 15 is protection from stingray devicesGoogle may be bringing Gemini to phones but it's going to be a RAM hogRCS is coming to iPhones this Fall, according to GooglePatron Pick: Android 15 could revamp the volume panel and make it collapsible and plus, Android 15 prepares revamped status bar and Mishaal isn't having it!
HARDWARE
Pixel 9 rumors and leaks are heating up and it looks like there might be three phones in the lineThe Vivo X Fold3 is the lightest book-style foldable yet - it's so thin!Mishaal is hands on with the GameSir X2s Type C mobile gaming controllerIf you like photography then you'll want to check out the Xiaomi 14 Ultra photography kit
APPS
Google Podcasts is going away, make sure you find a new podcast app!Gemini now automatically starts Google Maps navigationGot too many Chrome tabs? They've got a fix for that
COMMUNITY
Dan M. is having a hard time with audio on the OnePlus Watch 2Jon and Eric write in with Maps while on the phone solutionsMike S. has a tip for battery drain on the Pixel 7A
Thanks to JR Raphael of The Intelligence for joining us, check out all his great work over at The Intelligence - https://theintelligence.com/

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Juan Bagnell of SomeGadgetGuy returns to the show for a spicy week of Android discussions as Jason, MIshaal and Ron preview Android 15 and get hands-on with some new hardware!
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NEWS
Android 15 Developer Preview 2 is out and Mishaal breaks down what's new in this latest releaseThe Department of Justice is suing Apple for monopolistic behavior. What does it mean for Android?Samsung Galaxy A55 5G gets Seamless UpdatesThe Samsung OneUI 6.1 Update starts rolling out this week!Patron Pick: Google Contacts is making it easier to set custom ringtones for individual contacts
HARDWARE
Ron is hands on with the Nokia T21 Table from HMDJason reviews the OnePlus Watch 2 - Go watch his full review on YouTube!Details on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3, featuring (surprise, surprise), AI!
APPS
The Epic Games Store is coming to Android!Google Wallet requiring device unlock for paymentsGoogle Photos library can now appear in OnePlus and Xiaomi's gallery apps
COMMUNITY
Alpan23 on Patreon wonders if Android/Google Play is really as insecure as Apple makes it out to be?Daniel C. shares why he's Team Pixel all the wayDavid, akak Panzer_Z has another tip for locking your screen on Google Maps
Thanks to Juan Bagnell for joining us, check out all his great work over at SomeGadgetGuy.com


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Ron, Mishaal, Huyen, and Jason are so excited to share some big news for the show (a long time coming!) Plus, its that time of the year when Google blesses us all with the date for an event that always gets us giddy!
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NEWS
Google I/O 2024 takes place on May 14Android 15 will let you find your Pixel 8 even when it's offHere's a first look at Android 15's built-in app archiving featureThe golden age of Nintendo emulators on Android is overPatron News Story Pick: Android phones with Gemini Nano could gain another handy on-device featureHARDWARE
Mishaal's Zenfone 11 Ultra reviewASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra Photo SamplesASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra Video SamplesMotorola’s new Moto G'sSnapdragon 8s Gen 3 arrivesSamsung going back to square wearables?Google Pixel 8a boasts 120Hz displayAPPS
YouTube Music rolling out song searchYouTube Music trims the silenceSpotify comes for YouTube Music with music videos in select countriesGoogle Wallet may get .pkpass support!COMMUNITY
Linda loves pinch to zoom in Android MessagesRichard has a problem with Google Maps for Android.Chris wonders what he'd miss if he switched away from Pixel
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