Google I/O is behind us, but in our first episode back since the event we invited David Imel (MKBHD) to break down what it all means for Android. From Gemini to Gemini Nano to Gemini Flash to Gemini Advanced, there's alot of AI ground to cover with Jason Howell, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards.

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NEWS

• There was a ton of information delivered by Google at Google I/O about Android including the second beta of Android 15
• The Patron Pick is about the confirmation from Google that its new XR product with Samsung will get it's own "moment" soon

HARDWARE

• It's Sony's time to shine with the Sony Xperia 1 VI
• And Sony's got a midranger with Sony Xperia 10 VI
• We've got a leaky peeky at the Motorola Razr 50 5G and Razr 50 Ultra 5G designs

APPS

• Coming out of Google I/O, there's a bunch of new features coming to the Android Ecosystem
• Project Gameface from Google is promising for accessibility

COMMUNITY

• Chaim from Brooklyn calls out Google's use of the word "Flash"
• Marchello from Atlanta, GA is looking for a place to buy phones not available in the U.S.
• Howard Harris noticed a setting turned off in Google Maps

Thanks to David Imel for joining us. Check out his YouTube channel and watch his video about the Sparkle emoji and it's relation to AI

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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 year
• How Gemini and AI fit into the overall Android product strategy
• Balancing the 7 years of updates commitment and the speed of AI growth
• Details on Scam Detection with Gemini and Android
• How developers can harness Gemini and convince their managers to invest in AI
• The requirements for the latest Android Studio for developers
• Insight into the power management improvements within WearOS 5
• How the theft detection in Android 15 works
• Sameer and Dave's favorite features of Android 15
• Confirmation 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 coverage
• One UI 6.1 with AI rolls out to to the Samsung S21 series and older foldables
• MediaTek is getting in on the premium Android action in the US this year
• Multitasking on Android 14 is finally better on tablets
• The 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 $399
• Hands-On with the Rabbit R1 and continued debunking of it's relationship with Android
• Get 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 transfers
• Google Photos adds a new feature to enhance videos with a button
• There'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 OS
• Wear OS is gaining on the Apple Watch
• The Patron Pick celebrates Google Play enabling downloading two apps at once, finally!

HARDWARE

• Some curious Pixel Tablet release rumors
• Details of the Google Pixel 8A are leaking left and right including the cost
• And 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 RCS
• Mike in Dubai has thoughts about Google One and the end of the Google One VPN
• Stealth 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 divisons
• Mishaal shares even more Android 15 previews
• Meta rolls out the Horizon OS, based on Android, for more third party partners
• The Patron Pick highlights the new AI tool in YouTube is pretty helpful!

HARDWARE

• Hands on with the Nothing Ear (a) in bright yellow
• Improved performance looms for the OnePlus Pad 2
• Introducing the Pura 70 line from Huawei
• Global manufacturer Tecno goes in on camera functionality with the Camon 30 Premiere

APPS

• TikTok Notes is the upstart rival to Instagram
• Google Messages is rolling out Selfie GIF functionality and even more features coming for Google Photos
• EV drivers get some cool functionality in Google Maps

COMMUNITY

• Timothy writes in to defend the Google One VPN
• Mike 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 IDC
• Google Gemini and OnePlus are working together in a confusing fashion
• Samsung brings Galaxy AI to more Galaxy devices
• The 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 VI
• Motorola 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 problem
• Mike from Ohio has discovered a huge drawback to the Google Pixel Watch 2
• John 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 15
• Google 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 phoenix
• OnePlus is rolling out AI Eraser and some rumors about Google's Magic Eraser

COMMUNITY

• Owen from Ottawa, Canada checks in on Chrome tabs
• Chaim 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 Search
• Latest in the upcoming Android 15 is protection from stingray devices
• Google may be bringing Gemini to phones but it's going to be a RAM hog
• RCS is coming to iPhones this Fall, according to Google
• Patron 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 line
• The 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 controller
• If 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 navigation
• Got 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 2
• Jon and Eric write in with Maps while on the phone solutions
• Mike 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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