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S2 Ep 79LG V50 5G Podcast review, plus talking Sprint 5G deployment with Richard Self, Director of RF Engineering

Adam and Jonathan sit down and talk to Eric Zeman, Reviews Editor at Android Authority to talk all about the LG V50, LG's first 5G smartphone. Plus Eric tested Sprint's 5G network in Dallas Texas, and he tells us all about that. Finally, we had the opportunity to sit down with Richard Self, Director of RF Engineering at Sprint to talk about deploying a 5G network. It's a fascinating look at LG's latest flagship, and Sprint's latest flagship network. Recorded June 26, 2019 Topics Discussed LG V50 ThinQ review: Does Sprint's first 5G phone deliver? Sprint 5G: Testing Sprint's new network in Dallas 5G-enabled LG V50 ThinQ and HTC 5G Hub up for pre-order at Sprint The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Special guest appearances by: Eric Zeman - @zeman_e Reviews Editor Richard Self - @R_Self Director of RF Engineering Produced by Adam Doud Check out the other podcasts in our network! The DGiT Daily podcastThe SoundGuys Podcast

Jun 27, 201945 min

S2 Ep 78Google pushes RCS into the Fold

Adam returns from vacation with some Sabotage! YouTube remasters up to 1,000 music videos and bring the RCS protocol to your phone. Meanwhile, Scott Adam Gordon checks in on how smartphones are getting really interesting again. Including the Samsung Galaxy Fold which is rumored to return very soon. Plus, we have the 5Gs with the LG V50 review, and rising smartphone prices due to trade wars. Tech We Like: Elgato Stream Deck Visit http://tyvm.ly/NpuKNP1 Affiliate disclosure: We may receive compensation in connection with your purchase of products via links on this page. The compensation received will never influence the content, topics or posts made on this podcast. Recorded June 20, 2019 Time codes 3:00 – YouTube is remastering classic music videos, and they look totally rad 7:10 – Genius says it caught Google copying lyrics 9:10 – Is it me or have smartphones become interesting again? 25:50 – Samsung: The Galaxy Fold is ready to hit the market 29:25 – LG V50 ThinQ review: Does Sprint's first 5G phone deliver? 51:30 – The U.S. phone market is about to get even more expensive 59:40 – Google says 'screw it,' will roll out RCS messaging with or without carriers What is RCS messaging and why is it important? The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Special Guest Appearance by Scott Adam Gordon - @ScottAdamGordon Produced by Adam Doud Check out the other podcasts in our network! The DGiT Daily podcastThe SoundGuys Podcast

Jun 22, 20191h 13m

S2 Ep 77Google Pixel 4 confirmed and E3 gaming

Joe, Jonathan, and Sam Moore talk about Google's confirmed leak of the Pixel 4, E3, Xiaomi Mi Band 4, more E3 and Google Stadia. What is the future of mobile gaming? Recorded June 13, 2019 New! - Connect with us! Time codes 2:30 – Google confirms a render of the Pixel 4 7:40 – Xiaomi Mi Band 4 16:50 – HTC U19e better than Pixel 3a? 36:25 – E3 2019 and Google Stadia The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Sam Moore - @iamsmoores Produced by Jonathan Feist, Hosted by Joe Hindy Check out the other podcasts in our network! The DGiT Daily podcastThe SoundGuys Podcast

Jun 14, 20191h 7m

Introducing our new home!

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Community is everything for us at the Android Authority Podcast. So we rebuilt our landing page to make it your one-stop shopping for everything you need to know about the podcast. Past shows, subscribe links, host information and more. Check it out today at http://www.androidauthority.com/podcast

Jun 8, 20191 min

S2 Ep 76Google Stadia and be recognized

Adam, Jonathan, and Joe talk about the Asus Zenphone 6 with a contribution from a vacationing David Imel. We now know a lot more about Google Stadia and two thirds of us have already preordered. We go submarining looking for the selfie camera underneath the screens at Oppo and Xiaomi and we take a look at everything new in the 4th release of Android Q beta. Tech We Like: EarStudio ES100-24bit Portable High-Resolution Bluetooth Receiver/USB DAC/Headphone Amp Visit http://tyvm.ly/FUTi41U Affiliate disclosure: We may receive compensation in connection with your purchase of products via links on this page. The compensation received will never influence the content, topics or posts made on this podcast. Recorded June 6, 2019 (Happy Birthday, webOS!) New! - Connect with us! Time codes 1:55 – Asus Zenfone 6 review: An absolute steal 18:25 – Google Stadia price and availability details revealed Google Stadia games: Here's the full list 30:45 – Oppo shows off under-display selfie camera on smartphone, but when is it coming? Here's how Xiaomi's radical under-display selfie camera works 40:45 – Everything new in the fourth Android Q developer preview The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud Check out the other podcasts in our network! The DGiT Daily podcastThe SoundGuys Podcast

Jun 7, 201950 min

S2 Ep 75Apple's WWDC Keynote: Know thy enemy featuring Megan Morrone from TWiT!

WWDC is on and Apple packed a lot into its keynote. Adam and Joe needed an expert, so we snagged the biggest Apple expert we could find - Megan Morrone from the This Week in Tech network! Adam, Joe, and Megan break down all the biggest announcements coming from Android's main (read: only) competitor. We've got iOS13, Apple Single Sign in, Apple Watch news, iPadOS, Siri, and of course the Mac Pro. It's a smorgasbord of Apple news! We're all in for a lot of learning here on the Android Authority podcast! Recorded June 4, 2019 Topics Covered: Apple WWDC 2019: Everything Apple announced today Android and iOS are more similar than ever, and that's a good thing iTunes bids a fond farewell at WWDC The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Featuring special guest Megan Morrone - @MeganMorrone Host, TWiT.com Produced by Adam Doud Check out the other podcasts in our network! The DGiT Daily podcastThe SoundGuys Podcast

Jun 5, 201952 min

S2 Ep 74Helloooooo Moto Z4 and the Pixel is on the right track

Say hello Moto to the Moto Z4 and continuing support for Moto Mods! Adam, Jonathan, and Joe look at Moto's latest not-a-flagship flagship. Adam Sinicki asks the question "Is the Pixel 3a what the Pixel should have always been" and the answer is not as straightforward as you may think. We take a look at the dual-screened Asus Zenbook Pro Duo, and we peek behind the curtain at RealMe's manufacturing facility. Finally, for App Matters, Joe looks at all the announcements coming out of Pokemon. It's a busy week here on the podcast! Tech We Like: Mobile Edge Core Gaming Laptop Backpack Visit http://tyvm.ly/xGT9d Affiliate disclosure: We may receive compensation in connection with your purchase of products via links on this page. The compensation received will never influence the content, topics or posts made on this podcast. Recorded Time/Date: May 30, 2019 Time codes 1:45 – Motorola Moto Z4 hands-on: Moto keeps the Mod line alive 17:30 – Is the Pixel 3a what Google Pixel should have been from the start? 33:55 – Asus Zenbook Pro Duo hands on – are two screens better than one? 42:50 – App matters - The Pokémon Company goes Poké-crazy for mobile: Here are the announcements 49:30 – Behind the scenes at Realme's manufacturing facility The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud Check out the other podcasts in our network! The DGiT Daily podcastThe SoundGuys Podcast

Jun 1, 201954 min

S2 Ep 72Gary Explains: ARM's new toys and how the SoC works

Gary Sims from Gary Explains joins Adam, Jonathan, and Joe to talk about ARM's latest CPU and GPU, the Cortex A77 and the Mali-G77. But we go deeper, talking about how an SoC is constructed, and why it is constructed the way it is. What freedoms do OEMs have to tinker? All that and more on this featured story of the Android Authority Podcast! Recorded 5/20/2019 Topics covered Gary Explains: The Cortex-A77 is 20% FASTER! What is cache memory – Gary explains The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Special guest appearance by: Gary Sims from Gary Explains - @GaryExplains Produced by Adam Doud Check out the other podcasts in our network! The DGiT Daily podcastThe SoundGuys Podcast

May 27, 201940 min

S2 Ep 73Huawei's Woes

This is not a featured story of the Android Authority Podcast, but it is centered on Huawei and the trouble it found throughout the week. What happened? What's happening now? What's going to happen? Adam and Jonathan are joined by news hound, C. Scott Brown to dissect and discuss all things Huawei on the Android Authority Podcast. Recorded May 23, 2019 Topics Covered: The Leadup Huawei shows staggering growth in Europe — But will it last? The Ban Huawei has lost immediate access to Android and Google Huawei and the Trump debacle: The story so far Here's why losing Arm is a far bigger deal for Huawei than losing Google US lifts Huawei ban, but only temporarily and in a limited scope Huawei's response to Google ban raises more questions than answers The Aftermath The Huawei ban isn't just bad for the company, it's bad for Android in general Plan B What we know about Huawei's plan B for mobile Huawei's OS is apparently codenamed Project Z, and it's reportedly far from ready New details emerge on Huawei's potential plans to go forward without Google The future US apparently optimistic EU nations will block Huawei 5G rollout Even without Android, Huawei could reshape the smartphone landscape Huawei founder says US sanctions won't affect core business, praises US firms Huawei's Shady Dealings: Startup says huawei stole secrets Startup says huawei tried to steal secrets (back in february) The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Special Guest Appearance by: Scott Brown - @c_scottbrown Produced by Adam Doud Check out the other podcasts in our network! The DGiT Daily podcastThe SoundGuys Podcast

May 24, 201954 min

S2 Ep 71Pixel 3a XL Podcast Review: Not a Nexus

Despite comparisons to its old siblings, the Nexus phones, reviewed Dhruv Bhutani thinks this Pixel 3a XL is cut from a different cloth. The software is incredible, as is the camera. In North America, the price is unbeatable. Beyond that part of the world, the phone carries a much less attractive price tag. But there's still a lot to love for this phone, and we're breaking it all down for you. Recorded May 16, 2019 Review: Google Pixel 3a XL review: Come for the camera, stay for the experience Where to buy the Google Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Special Guest appearance by: Dhruv Bhutani - @DhruvBhutani Produced by Adam Doud Check out the other podcasts in our network! The DGiT Daily podcastThe SoundGuys Podcast

May 18, 201920 min

S2 Ep 69Google's excuses and a new OnePlus in town

Adam, Jonathan, and Joe are joined by Chris Thomas, executive editor of SoundGuys.com. Google's reason for including a headphone jack in the Pixel 3a series doesn't sit well with any of them. It's a great thing for a bad reason. Samsung is fixing the Galaxy Fold and at the same time, Lenovo is showing off a new folding laptop/tablet combo. We look at how a 90htz screen affects battery life, and a nifty new midrange phone with a camera you'll flip for. Recorded May 16, 2019 Time codes 1:45 – Google explains why the Pixel 3a has a headphone jack 18:00 – Report details just what Samsung is doing to update the Galaxy Fold 23:35 – Forget about foldable phones: Here's the first foldable PC 36:25 – Here's how the 90Hz screen affects battery life on the OnePlus 7 Pro 45:30 – Asus Zenfone 6 hands-on: $499, stock Android+, and a motorized flip camera! The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Special guest appearance by: Chris Thomas - @Cthomastech Soundguys.com Produced by Adam Doud Check out the other podcasts in our network! The DGiT Daily podcastThe SoundGuys Podcast

May 17, 20191h 2m

S2 Ep 69OnePlus 7 Pro Podcast review: 2019 Champion?

David Imel joins Adam and Jonathan to discuss OnePlus's latest offering. The full written review and video are out, so we settle down for a podcast about the company that never settles. OnePlus claimed on stage that this was the best phone we would see in 2019. Is that the case? Find out here on the Android Authority Podcast review. Recorded May 15, 2019 Reviews: OnePlus 7 Pro review: Bigger and brighter, but is it better? Video review The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Special guest appearance by: David Imel - @DurvidImel Produced by Adam Doud Check out the other podcasts in our network! The DGiT Daily podcastThe SoundGuys Podcast

May 16, 201943 min

S2 Ep 68Google Pixel 3a: "A" is for "Nexus" featuring Jason Howell from All About Android!

We are joined by distinguished guest Jason Howell from the All About Android podcast/TWiT network. Adam, Jonathan, and Jason discuss Google I/O and the feeling from the floor. Exciting, or just a bit ho-hum? We look at all the new features dropping in Android Q Beta 3, and we get surprising news about the Samsung Galaxy Fold. Finally, just who is that Pixel 3a for? We break it all down here on the Android Authority podcast! Recorded May 10, 2019 Time codes 2:00 - Google I/O 2019 - Everything announced 7:40 – Google reveals Project Mainline: Get Android component updates via Google Play 12:55 - Android developers can now force you to update your apps 17:45 – Google is working on a foldable phone, but you won't see it soon 24:15 - Samsung CEO: Galaxy Fold release decision coming 'in a couple of days' 31:30 - Everything new in the third Android Q developer preview 45:35 - What's the point of the Google Pixel 3a? The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Special guest appearance by: Jason Howell - @jasonhowell Host, All About Android, This Week in Tech Produced by Adam Doud

May 11, 20191h 3m

S2 Ep 67Google I/O 2019 wrap up

The Google I/O keynote is over and we're left to digest so much of what was announced. We got new advancements in Google lens, Google Assistant, Android Q, Nest Home products, and so much more! Adam, Joe and Jonathan cover everything that came out during the keynote address and what it will mean for the future of Google and Android. Make sure to listen to the very end! Recorded May 8, 2019 Topics covered Google I/O 2019 keynote: Everything you need to know! Augmented reality models coming to Google Search Google launches Duplex on the web, automating filling online forms Google's impressive Live Caption will add subtitles to any audio on your phone Google Home Hub rebranded to Nest Hub, Google Home speakers next? Google Nest Hub Max is a super-sized smart display with built-in Nest Cam Google Pixel 3a XL review: Come for the camera, stay for the experience The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud Check out the other podcasts in our network! The DGiT Daily podcast The SoundGuys Podcast

May 8, 20191h 2m

S2 Ep 66LG, Motorola: Winners who still somehow lose featuring Juan Carlos Bagnell a.k.a. @SomeGadgetGuy

Adam, Joe, and Juan dive deep into the LG G8 and also examine why LG has seen 9 straight quarterly losses. But at least it didn't fail as mightily as the Energizer P18k Pop phone with an 18,000 mAh battery. Hadlee Simons takes us on a South African tour of KaiOS on the MTN Smart S, a $17 feature phone in the area. Finally, we look ahead at the Moto Z4 and the continuation of Moto Mods in 2019. Tech We Like: Naztech X1 Active Noise Cancelling Earphones Affiliate disclosure: We may receive compensation in connection with your purchase of products via links on this page. The compensation received will never influence the content, topics or posts made on this podcast. Recorded May 2, 2019 Time codes 2:45 – LG earnings report suggests the company needs a hit phone fast 22:55 - Energizer's 18,000mAh phone is an Indiegogo disaster 39:30 - I spent a week with a $17 KaiOS phone – here's what I learned 53:15 - A fresh look at the rumored Motorola Moto Z4 The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Special guest appearance by: Juan Carlos Bagnell - @Somegadgetguy Visit http://www.somegadgetguy.com Produced by Adam Doud Check out the other podcasts in our network! The DGiT Daily podcastThe SoundGuys Podcast

May 3, 20191h 10m

S2 Ep 65Samsung vs. iFixit

Adam, Joe, Jonathan, and C. Scott Brown break down the post mortem of the Galaxy Fold, including the last minute takedown of iFixit's posts. OnePlus is selling tickets to its launch event for the OnePlus 7 Pro. Invitations are open for Mario Kart Tour coming to Android. And we try to figure out what's up with this whole AT&T 5Ge stuff. Tech We Like: Samsung Galaxy s10 5G (Preorder) Visit andauth.co/MEmuvy Affiliate disclosure: We may receive compensation in connection with your purchase of products via links on this page. The compensation received will never influence the content, topics or posts made on this podcast. Recorded April 25, 2019 Special Guest appearance by: C. Scott Brown - @C_scottbrown Time codes 3:05 – Repair website iFixit folds under pressure, pulls Galaxy Fold teardown 13:05 – Verizon kicks off Galaxy S10 5G pre-orders, names 20 5G cities Verizon CEO confirms it will offer Galaxy Note with 5G later this year 17:35 - DGiT Daily - 5G Hunting in Downtown Chicago 32:30 - The OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro will launch on May 14 in New York City 44:40 - App matters - Don't lag behind: Mario Kart Tour closed beta sign-ups are now live 55:30 - AT&T, Sprint settle 5G E lawsuit, but AT&T will reportedly still use 5G E The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Apr 26, 20191h 1m

S2 Ep 64Samsung's Fold Foibles, Apple's submission, and new best friends

The Samsung Fold is in the wild, but so far, it hasn't gone well. But is that necessarily Samsung's fault? We're not so sure. Some of the issues were easily correctable. Others, not so much. Plus, Apple falls under Qualcomm's dominance, begging the question - is there a monopoly brewing in the land of 5G? Finally, Google and Amazon are besties again, and that's great for consumers! David Imel joins us on the Android Authority Podcast. Recorded April 18, 2019 Time codes 1:30 – Samsung Galaxy Fold hands-on: Amazing, and equally concerning 14:05 – Samsung Galaxy Fold display already breaking for reviewers 45:30 - Apple and Qualcomm drop all litigation worldwide, ink new chipset deal 58:45 - YouTube coming to Fire TV, Prime Video coming to Chromecast — World peace next? The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Special guest appearance by David Imel - @DurvidImel Produced by Adam Doud

Apr 20, 20191h 6m

S2 Ep 63Qualcomm's latest, Oppo's copy, and Samsung's crazy flipper

Adam, Jonathan, and Joe break down the latest processors from Qualcomm, the Snapdragon 665, 730, and 730G. Oppo released a new phone with some curiously familiar technology in the camera department. Sharp and Samsung are both pushing the limits of smartphone design with two new phones that will knock your socks off! Tech We Like: Zhiyun Crane Plus DSLR Gimbal Visit http://tyvm.ly/KYLTs Affiliate disclosure: We may receive compensation in connection with your purchase of products via links on this page. The compensation received will never influence the content, topics or posts made on this podcast. Recorded April 11, 2019 Time codes 3:05 – Snapdragon 665, 730, 730G announced: Qualcomm doubles down on cameras, gaming 17:00 - Oppo Reno announced in China: Expect standard model and 10x Zoom Edition 27:00 - Clamshell foldable phones are real, but you'll need to wait a while for this one 31: 50 - You need to see this amazing Samsung Galaxy A80 pop-up rotating camera GIF App Matters - SHINE - Journey Of Light The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Apr 13, 201948 min

S2 Ep 62The LG G8 Thinq Podcast Review: Bland advancement

The LG G8 Thinq has landed. The phone has a beautiful but unremarkable design. It's powerful and fast and a flagship in every sense. Plus, the LG G8 Thinq adds a few other tricks like Air Motion to the mix. Is this the next generation of flagship phone? Or is this another gimmick by a company that desperately needs a way to sell phones? Find out here. Special Guest Appearance by: Eric Zeman, Reviews Editor - @Zeman_e Recorded April 9, 2019 Review LG G8 ThinQ review: LG chooses to blend in rather than stand out The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Apr 10, 201929 min

S2 Ep 61Huawei's killer camera, Android Q's killer features, and 5G's killer speed!

We're no April Fools here. Adam, Joe and Jonathan take a look at their favorite April Fool's day gags. Plus, they have a moment of silence for Google+ and Inbox. But the really exciting news comes in the form of the Huawei P30 camera, Android Q beta 2, and 5G's official arrival. They take on all of these awesome topics this week on the Android Authority podcast! Tech We Like: Roav Jump Starter Pro by Anker Visit http://tyvm.ly/uXLy0 Affiliate disclosure: We may receive compensation in connection with your purchase of products via links on this page. The compensation received will never influence the content, topics or posts made on this podcast. Recorded April 4, 2019 Time codes 1:15 – Google+ is officially dead, but you might still be able to get your data Inbox by Gmail is dead, but at least you can bring back its looks with this Chrome extension The best Google Inbox alternatives for Android 5:15 - April Fool's Day 2019 round-up: All the major tech gags in one place Here are Google's April Fool's Day gags: From Google Tulip to spoon bending in Gboard 16:20 - Huawei P30 Pro vs Pixel 3 XL: The ultimate low-light camera comparison 29:50 - Verizon kicks off its 5G service in Chicago and Minneapolis, starts 5G Moto Mod sales 44:40 - Everything new in the second Android Q developer preview 51:40 - The story behind Snapchat's Android rebuild The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Apr 5, 20191h 1m

S2 Ep 60Huawei P30 Pro Podcast Review: All our problems are solved

The Huawei P30 and P30 Pro solve a lot of problems that smartphones typically have. They can't zoom. They can't take good photos in low light. They don't last more than a day. The P30 Pro removes all of those problems, and tacks on some gorgeous design besides. Our reviewer David Imel (and a flock of birds) break it all down for you from sunny Morocco! Recorded April 3, 2019 Special Guest appearance by: David Imel - @DurvidImel Topics: Huawei P30 Review: A phone with superpowers Huawei P30 Pro vs Pixel 3 XL: The ultimate low-light camera comparison Huawei P30 cameras: All the new tech explained The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Apr 5, 201934 min

S2 Ep 59The Huawei P30 Pro puts the P in Photography

The Huawei P30 Pro is out and it's bringing 5x optical zoom with a new periscope style camera. It's an awesome new innovation in smartphone camera tech, and Adam, Joe, and Jonathan are a little in love with it. But can it beat the 2019 flagship king, the Galaxy S10 Plus? Don't be so sure. Oppo has a weird, but cool looking popup selfie concept coming, and Razer may yet make a third generation of its phone, but not just yet. Recorded March 28, 2019 Time codes 4:40 - Huawei P30 and P30 Pro announced: The new cameras to beat in 2019? Huawei P30 and P30 Pro hands-on: Zooming into the future 12:30 - Huawei P30 cameras: All the new tech explained 20:45 - Huawei P30 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus: Shots fired 34:00 - See the Oppo Reno's shark fin-style pop-up camera in this GIF 41:50 - Razer CEO hints that 5G might be the reason for Razer Phone 3 delay The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Mar 30, 201953 min

S2 Ep 58Stadia as she goes

Adam, Joe and Jonathan get into a long discussion about Google's cloud-based gaming platform, Stadia. There's a ton to digest there, and they dig deep into the details. Plus, we look back at WearOS and wonder why a five-year old platform still has so many bugs. And ZTE is gunning for the craziest phone design of the year with two solid entries! Recorded March 21, 2019 Time codes 3:25 - Google Stadia takes on the gaming industry – everything you need to know Google Stadia controller pays homage to gaming lore with its Konami Code Easter egg Questions I'd like answered before I hype Google Stadia 36:10 - Five years of Wear OS and it's still too messy to recommend 52:30 - ZTE Axon S, Axon V offer the weirdest solutions to the notch yet The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Mar 22, 20191h 2m

S2 Ep 57The Galaxy s10e, the Motorola RAZR, and the other leftovers

We had a huge week, which included two other podcasts. So this podcast focuses on what's left in the news, which is still huge! We've got our Samsung Galaxy S10e review, leaked specifications for the Motorola RAZR, and a new concept phone from Vivo. Plus, things are not looking good for Google's tablet/laptop division. This is the third podcast of the week, so join us for the leftovers! Recorded March 14, 2019 Time codes 3:30 - Samsung Galaxy S10e review: The best Galaxy S10 for most people 18:30 - Motorola's rumored Razr foldable phone might not be the flagship beast you hoped for 31:10 - Google reportedly shifting employees away from tablet, laptop division 47:00 - Vivo Apex 2019 Concept hands-on: No buttons, no ports! The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Mar 16, 201957 min

S2 Ep 56There's no one like Q

It's Pi Day and we're celebrating by saying goodbye to Android Pie. Too ironic? The first beta for Android Q is available and we're breaking down all the new features coming to your favorite operating system. New notifications, new features, new theming. It's all here! Recorded March 14, 2019 Stories covered There are six Android Q beta versions on Google's Q timeline Google announces first Android Q beta, available today for Pixel smartphones With Android Q, the sharing menu doesn't suck as much Everything new in the first Android Q developer preview Android Q forces you to swipe right (to clear notifications) Android Q's 'Notification Bell' helps you find what's new in your sea of notifs Android Q makes Wi-Fi sharing easier with QR codes The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Mar 15, 201949 min

S2 Ep 55Nokia 9 PureView Podcast Review

The Nokia 9 PureView is here, and Eric Zeman comes aboard to give us all of his thoughts. Nokia's innovative pentacamera setup, along with the "PureView" branding is sure to give us the best photos we've ever seen from a camera...right? HMD Global's latest flagship phone is all we're talking about here on the Nokia 9 PureView Podcast Review! Recorded March 12, 2019 Topics covered Nokia 9 PureView review: HMD Global's best effort falls frustratingly short Nokia 9 PureView hands-on: Five cameras aim for mobile magic Nokia 9 PureView: Where to buy, when, and for how much The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Special Guest Appearance by: Eric Zeman - @zeman_e Produced by Adam Doud

Mar 13, 201937 min

S2 Ep 54Samsung and Huawei go 10 rounds featuring Tnkgrl, Myriam Joire from the Mobile Tech Podcast

Myriam Joire a.k.a. Tnkgrl from the Mobile Tech podcast joins Adam and Joe to talk all things tech from the last week. Samsung and Huawei are throwing shade at each other over their folding phone designs, and Corning wants to help by developing folding glass. Sony reveals why its smartphone cameras haven't been great thus far (and why that's changing). The tech industry makes some predictions on how 5G will change our lives, and Google Duplex will book your appointments for you. Recorded March 7, 2018 Time codes 1:55 - Here's why Galaxy Fold design is better than Mate X, according to Samsung executive 11:45 - Corning is developing foldable Gorilla Glass, obviously 19:50 - Sony reveals why its smartphone cameras have lagged behind competition 33:05 - What the tech industry thinks 5G will do for us 50:00 - Google Duplex now available in 43 states, coming to non-Pixel devices soon The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Special Guest appearance by: Myriam Joire - @tnkgrl Produced by Adam Doud

Mar 9, 20191h 0m

S2 Ep 53Beyond Barcelona

Never underestimate the amount of news that can pour out of one trade show. Now that we've finished our MWC 2019 podcast, we catch you up with news from outside of Barcelona. Motorola's folding phone is coming soon as are physical Google Assistant buttons. Speaking of Google, we suspect we'll see the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL Lite sooner rather than later. Tech We Like: Moshi Porto Q 5K Portable Battery Affiliate disclosure: We may receive compensation in connection with your purchase of products via links on this page. The compensation received will never influence the content, topics or posts made on this podcast. Recorded 2/28/2019 Time codes 2:30 - Nubia just announced a phone-smartwatch hybrid with a flexible screen and it looks insane 19:30 - HTC 5G Hub is an ultra-powerful Android smart display and a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot 32:10 - Motorola RAZR foldable phone is still coming soon 39:55 - Physical Google Assistant buttons are coming to more phones along with new features 47:40 - The Google Pixel 3 Lite and Pixel 3 XL Lite are probably coming soon The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Mar 2, 201957 min

S2 Ep 52MWC 2019 Wrap up

Going to MWC can be quite overwhelming, but fortunately, our crack team on the ground kept the content coming, giving Adam, Jonathan, and Joe plenty to talk about. We start off by talking about the most ridiculously awesome device that was at the show, and it didn't come from Huawei or Nokia. Even so, we talked about the Huawei Mate X and the Nokia Pureview 9. Plus we cover the Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 5G and the Sony Xperia 1. It's a jam-packed show for you! Tech We Like: Moshi Porto Q 5K Portable Battery Affiliate disclosure: We may receive compensation in connection with your purchase of products via links on this page. The compensation received will never influence the content, topics or posts made on this podcast. Recorded February 28, 2019 Time codes 2:15 - The best phones of MWC 2019 4:10 - This smartphone has an 18,000mAh battery, looks dangerously heavy 15:45 - Meet the Huawei Mate X, a $2,600 foldable powerhouse 30:45 - Nokia 9 PureView hands-on: Five cameras aim for mobile magic 37:15 - LG G8 ThinQ hands-on: Bland on the outside, blistering on the inside 45:30 - Xiaomi announces Mi Mix 3 5G: Snapdragon 855, 5G connectivity for 599 euros 51:15 - Sony Xperia 1, 10, and 10 Plus hands-on: embracing the super tall display The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Mar 2, 20191h 0m

Samsung Galaxy S10 Podcast Review

To get a better idea of just what the Samsung Galaxy S10 has to offer, Adam and Joe sit down with David Imel, the chief reviewer of Android Authority. David takes us on a tour of not only the Galaxy S10, but everything that Samsung brought to its Unpacked event. We go into all the details, so pull up a chair and strap in. Recorded February 21, 2019 Topics covered Samsung Galaxy S10, S10 Plus, S10e, and S10 5G are here! Samsung Galaxy S10 hands-on: Samsung's latest flagships set a new bar Samsung Galaxy S10 price, release date, and availability The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Feb 23, 201937 min

S2 Ep 50Samsung brings you into the fold

Give it up for the Galaxy Fold! Samsung's exciting new foldable device is here, and Adam and Joe are arguing about it. Plus, they look at Samsung's new wearables. Xiaomi released a new flagship MI 9 on the same day as Samsung. Joe wrote the big book of smartphone first that covers everything from touch screens to WiFi 6. Finally, we mourn the imminent death of the back button. Recorded February 21, 2019 Time codes 02:00 - Samsung Galaxy Fold specs: Samsung's foldable is formidable 35:20 - Samsung announces the Galaxy Watch Active and Galaxy Fit fitness tracker 42:30 - Xiaomi Mi 9 hands-on: Flashy, not fussy 52:15 - Android Authority's big book of smartphone firsts! 1:06:30 - Android Q gestures might rely only on pill icon, no back button The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Feb 23, 20191h 16m

S2 Ep 49BB-8 is getting all Misty featuring Jonathan Strickland from Tech Stuff

You may have heard of Sphero. You may have heard of Star Wars. Adam looked at all the robots he could find. But one robot maker had a great product, a great plan, and a great story to along with it. It's like a trifecta of awesome. We've got droids, we got a passionate developer community, and we have a company that's here for the long haul. But, since this is a special podcast, we needed a special guest to unpack it all. Joining Adam and Joe, is Jonathan Strickland from the Tech Stuff podcast. Jonathan has been podcasting about technology for over 10 years and 1,000 episodes, so it was only appropriate to bring him on to talk Misty II, the ultimate developer's robot! This is Part 1 of a two-part episode. Part 2 is located on the Tech Stuff channel. Go check it out, and subscribe to one of the best tech podcasts on the internet! Very special guest appearance Jonathan Strickland, Executive Producer/Host, HowStuffWorks Interview guests Ian Bernstein, Founder, Head of Product, Misty Robotics Tim Enwall, Head of Misty Robotics Stuart Lipoff, Vice President for Publications, IEEE Consumer Electronics Society The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Feb 18, 201958 min

S2 Ep 48Looking ahead to MWC 2019

Up until now, we've only seen mid-tier phones. But that's all about to change with MWC right around the corner. Plus, AT&T is trying to con everyone, and Sprint ain't having it. OnePlus is killing it in the US and in Barcelona, and finally we take a look at all the features you need to have in a smartphone. Tech We Like: Plugable Performance Studio-Grade USB Microphone Cardioid Condenser Affiliate disclosure: We may receive compensation in connection with your purchase of products via links on this page. The compensation received will never influence the content, topics or posts made on this podcast. Recorded February 14, 2019 Time codes 1:00 - 5 reasons why you absolutely shouldn't miss Mobile World Congress this year 20:35 - Why I hope AT&T loses the 5G E lawsuit 29:55 - OnePlus 7: Here's what it needs to take on the best OnePlus is now a top-five high-end smartphone maker in the US We'll get our first look at a OnePlus 5G prototype at MWC 2019 44:15 - Opinion: These are my 7 essential smartphone features The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Feb 16, 201956 min

S2 Ep 47Nokia and Google Nostalgia

Never seen a Nokia-made, android powered phone in the States? That's about to change! Also, Adam, Jonathan, and Joe take a look at three new Moto G7 phones. Plus, we look back at the top 50 products that Google has made...and killed. Which fitness tracker should you buy? And finally we have an answer in the 1080p vs 1440p battery consumption debate! Tech We Like: LitraTorch 2.0 Premium On-Camera Photo and Video Waterproof LED Light Visit http://tyvm.ly/JqQlL Affiliate disclosure: We may receive compensation in connection with your purchase of products via links on this page. The compensation received will never influence the content, topics or posts made on this podcast. Recorded February 7, 2019 Time codes 1:30 - Motorola Moto G7 series hands-on: A fine family 12:40 - Nokia 3.1 Plus review: A return to form for a beloved brand 22:10 - 1080p vs 1440p: How much does 1440p really affect battery life? 31:40 - Fitbit Versa vs Apple Watch Series 4: Which smartwatch is right for you? 38:25 - We ranked 50 failed Google products from best to worst The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Feb 8, 201951 min

S2 Ep 46U.S. vs. Huawei: It's getting real

Going into February, things are becoming more clear in the United States versus Huawei fight, and the tide may be turning. China is trying to help Huawei however it can. At the same time, Meizu is crowdfunding a buttonless and portless phone, and we're not thrilled about it. And Gary Explains...explains just how much RAM your smartphone needs these days. Recorded January 31, 2019 Time codes 1:55 - Huawei is facing a 13-count indictment including bank fraud by the U.S. Huawei indicted, China responds. Should consumers worry? Huawei's problems are China's problems, and the country is now reacting 30:00 - Want a phone with no ports or proper buttons? That'll be $1,300, please Portless phones: Dumb gimmick or inevitable future? 42:25 - Gary Explains: How much RAM does your phone REALLY need in 2019? The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Feb 2, 201954 min

S2 Ep 45Honor View 20 podcast review

To fully appreciate the Honor View 20, you need to start on the back, because it is gorgeous. However, the Honor View 20 is more than just a pretty face. To tell you all about it, we brought on our reviewer, Lanh Nguyen. Is this the best flagship of 2019? Absolutely...well so far anyway. But this phone checks a lot of boxes. Come check it out with us! Recorded January 28, 2019 Topics covered Honor View 20 review: A hole-in-one! Honor View 20 specs: What's Honor's new flagship packing? Specs comparison: Honor View 20 vs Honor View 10 Honor View 20 with Kirin 980 and 48MP camera launches in Europe starting at 569 euros The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy With Special Guest Appearance by: Lanh Nguyen - @LanhNguyenFilms Produced by Adam Doud

Jan 30, 201940 min

S2 Ep 44Google Play has a problem

Let us regale to you the tale of the startup that deregistered a user's wi-fi connected garage door because of a bad review. The Google Play store has a clone problem it can't seem to solve. Xiaomi doubles down on the folding phone concept, and we find out if a Chromebook can replace your everyday laptop. Tech We Like: DJI Osmo Pocket Handheld 3 Axis Gimbal Stabilizer Visit http://tyvm.ly/iDOmd Affiliate disclosure: We may receive compensation in connection with your purchase of products via links on this page. The compensation received will never influence the content, topics or posts made on this podcast. Recorded January 24, 2019 at 8:30PM Time codes 5:30 - Xiaomi reveals foldable phone prototype: Is this the cheap one we've been waiting for?(subscribe to the DGiT Daily!) 20:40 - Google Play still has a clone problem in 2019 with no end in sight 34:15 - Is it dumb that everything is "smart?" 49:00 - One-month test: Can a Chromebook replace my main computer? The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Jan 26, 201957 min

S2 Ep 43Getting the Royole Treatment: An interview with Bill Liu, CEO of Royole

You may have heard of Royole, maker of the world's first (and as of publication, only) folding phone, the FlexPai. Adam puts on his interviewer hat and sits down with Bill Liu, CEO of Royole to talk about flexible phones, the importance of being first, and what the future holds for Royole and the Flexpai. Joe and Jonathan join Adam throughout the interview to discuss. Interview on 1/10/2019Recorded on 1/22/2019 Topics covered If your phone has an OLED display, Samsung likely made its screen Royole FlexPai Hands-on with the world's first foldable smartphone Royole FlexPai – everything you need to know about the first foldable phone The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Jan 24, 201940 min

S2 Ep 42Google Pixel 3 Lite revealed?

Down in Las Vegas, Gary Sims took the Snapdragon 855 processor for a spin at CES and the results are impressive. Motorola is hoping you'll flip for its new flip phone. We get an early look at a potential new midrange form from Google mere months before it's announced. Google might be granting a long-requested wish for its fans. All that and more on the Android Authority podcast! Recorded January 17, 7:30PM CST Time codes 4:20 - Snapdragon 855 performance and benchmarking: Speed Test G, AnTuTu & Geekbench 21:45 - You'll flip for the foldable Motorola Razr smartphone reboot 34:40 - Google Pixel 3 Lite leaks in video review: Should you expect flagship photo quality? 44:20 - Yes, there is a system-wide dark theme in this early Android Q build The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Jan 19, 201954 min

S2 Ep 41CES 2019 - All your favorite people

For our last CES 2019 episode, we take 5 minutes to talk to some of the faces of CES that make this space so great to work in. Hear from Myriam Joire, Juan Carlos Bagnell, Trisha Hershberger, Jules Wang, Jaime Rivera, Jon Rettinger, C. Scott Brown, and Jonathan Feist. Oh, and there's one more person you won't want to miss. Recorded at CES 2019 The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Jan 16, 201932 min

S2 Ep 40CES 2019 Wrap up, featuring Michael Fisher of TheMrMobile/Mobile Nations

Wrapping up a long week of technology and innovation can be hard to do in one podcast, so Adam and Jonathan are joined by Michael Fisher, a.k.a. @TheMrMobile. We broadcasted from the Blue Podcast Studio suite at Treasure Island with some sweet Blue gear and we discussed the week of tech that was. Recorded January 10, 2019 5:00 PM PST Topics covered: Android Authority's CES Top Picks 2019 Awards: Our favorite products from the show The Printbrush Fluidity Remote (as described in Dronerush's Best Drones of CES Awards) Nubia X looks stunning with smartly-integrated secondary display Alcatel's 1C and 1X hands-on: Budget as budget gets Hisense U30 quietly lands at CES: Yet another 48MP phone with punch-hole camera Dell Alienware Area-51m (as described in our Best Laptops of CES 2019 video) Google Assistant Connect makes it easier for companies to create smart products The DJI Osmo Pocket is a great drone camera Why Royole is the company to watch in 2019 The robots of CES 2019 Special Guest appearance by: Michael Fisher - @themrmobile The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRush Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Jan 12, 201945 min

S2 Ep 39CES 2019 Special: Samsung's Press Conference with Daniel Bader of Android Central

Samsung's press conference brought us a number of goodies at its press conference yesterday. Adam sat down with Daniel Bader, Managing Editor of Android Central to talk about everything we saw in this special CES edition of the Android Authority podcast. Samsung smart TVs get iTunes movies and TV shows, Airplay 2 support Recorded January 07, 2019 at 3:30pm Special Guest appearance by: Daniel Bader - @JourneyDan The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Jan 8, 201930 min

S2 Ep 38CES 2019 Preview!

Guest host C. Scott Brown and Adam discuss CES 2019 - first experiences, and what we'll see...probably. We also caught some OEMs trying to cheat on Benchmark scores and we call them out! Plus, Apple had a really bad day and we wonder what it means for the rest of the industry. Tech We Like: Skipped on Shuffle Podcast Recorded Jan 3, 2019 7:30PM Time codes 10:05 – CES 2019: what to expect 42:35 – Phones we caught cheating benchmarks in 2018 52:25 - Apple cuts revenue estimates, blames weak iPhone sales, cheap battery replacements The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Special Guest appearance by: Scott Brown - @c_scottbrown Produced by Adam Doud

Jan 4, 20191h 5m

S1 Ep 37Live podcast Q&A: So Long, 2018!

We recorded a live podcast on December 27th, on our Android Authority YouTube channel, and took questions from the viewers, which tied in nicely with the news of the week. We look at the Galaxy S9 and it's One UI/Android Pie update. We look at 2018, and how it set the stage for the year to come. The Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL are coming. All that plus a lot of great questions from those who chimed in. It was a casual end-of-year podcast. And a bonus fun link we discussed on the show! "APPLE PRODUCT LAUNCH" — A Bad Lip Reading h/t Bad Lip Reading Recorded December 27, 2018 8:00PM ET Time codes 06:15 - Stable Android Pie with One UI is now rolling out to Samsung Galaxy S9/S9 Plus! 09:00 - Android in 2018 is the opening act for Android in 2019 15:00 - Huawei and ZTE may face new US ban via White House executive order 20:20 - Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL Lite tipped to land on Verizon this Spring The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRushcom Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Dec 29, 20181h 2m

S2 Ep 36Looking back on 2018 - Huawei, Lenovo, and more

The end of 2018 is here, and we want to know what you this. Please fill out our survey and let us know what you think! We also take a look at the best apps and games of 2018, as judged by our own Joe Hindy. Also, not to be overlooked (again) we look at some of the best phones in 2018 that maybe didn't get the love they deserved. And speaking of overlooked, our review of the Huawei Mate 20 is in - a great phone with a greater big brother. Tech We Like: The Soundguys Podcast: It's beginning to sound a lot like Christmas. Recorded December 20, 2018 7:30pm Time codes 2:20 - The Android Authority year-end survey: Help us become better! 3:30 - 15 best Android apps released in 2018! 20:10 - 15 best Android games released in 2018! 28:50 - The most underrated smartphones of 2018 35:10 - Lenovo Z5 Pro GT has outrageous 12GB of RAM, Snapdragon 855, sliding back 40:50 - Huawei Mate 20 review: Packing premium performance for a high price The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRush Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Dec 22, 201849 min

S2 Ep 35OnePlus 6T McLaren, Start Your Engines

Vitaminwater wants to know if you can ditch your phone for a year and it willing to pay $100,000 to find out We go hands-on the OnePlus 6T McLaren edition - the fastest phone out there? The Honor View 20 and the Samsung Galaxy A8s are here to start the screen hole revolution A new leak gives us a lot of detail about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S10 We take a look at the Vivo Nex Dual Display Edition with a second screen on the back. Tech We Like: Logitech M705 Marathon Wireless Mouse Affiliate disclosure: We may receive compensation in connection with your purchase of products via links on this page. The compensation received will never influence the content, topics or posts made on this podcast. Recorded December 13, 2018 @ 10:30pm CT Time codes 2:00 – Could you give up your phone for a year for $100k? This competition might be for you 15:00 – OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition hands-on: What should you expect? 23:50 - Honor View 20 detailed: in-display camera, 48MP rear camera and Link Turbo Samsung Galaxy A8s announced with display hole camera, triple rear camera setup 37:30 – Massive leak gives us idea of Galaxy S10 release date, price, storage, more 44:15 - Vivo Nex Dual Display Edition hands-on: Who needs a selfie camera? The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRush Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Dec 15, 201856 min

S2 Ep 34Gary Explains: Qualcomm's Snapdragon 855 processor

Qualcomm's latest flagship SoC is out, and we're breaking it down here. But processors are complicated, so we got the smartest guy we know to come on an explain everything to us in the awesomest way possible. Discussed in this episode: Qualcomm reveals Snapdragon 855, even more 5G plans at its Tech Summit Top 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 features you should know Qualcomm announces the world's first 3D ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 vs Exynos 9820 vs Kirin 980 Don't forget to check out Gary's Speed Test G! The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRush Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy With special guest: Gary Sims - @GarySims / @GaryExplains Produced by Adam Doud

Dec 11, 201835 min

S2 Ep 33Huawei's Arrested Development

Qualcomm introduced us to the SoC that will power your smartphone next year. Huawei's CTO has the right to remain silent, eh? Samsung's mobile division is in a bit of trouble with a huge drop in sales YoY. We are enamored with the dual-screened Vivo Nex 2, but aren't sure why. In a notification showdown, Android still comes out on top. Google is shutting down two of its seven messaging apps, because: Google. Tech We Like: Spire Studio mobile recorder http://tyvm.ly/KFV5AA Affiliate disclosure: We may receive compensation in connection with your purchase of products via links on this page. The compensation received will never influence the content, topics or posts made on this podcast. Recorded December 7, 2018 at 7:30PM CST Time codes: 2:50 - Top 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 features you should know 12:45 - Huawei CFO arrested in Canada for reportedly violating US sanctions against Iran 21:15 - Samsung sees biggest smartphone sales decline since Gartner started tracking it 26:35 - Dual-screen Vivo Nex 2 officially shown off, complete with triple-camera setup 34:00 - iOS notifications have been improved, but Android's are still better 40:30 - Google Hangouts as we know it is shutting down 40:30 - Google Allo is shutting down in March 2019 The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRush Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Produced by Adam Doud

Dec 8, 201845 min

S2 Ep 32The Best of Android, the Best of Google

Our Readers Choice Award is in and it should come as no surprise. We also look at the best innovation of 2018, as voted on by the Android Authority staff. Our official review of the Google Pixel Slate is in, so we look at the best Chrome tablet you can buy, with help from Lanh Nguyen. Google Fi is official and comes with support for more phones 25 years ago, AT&T made some predictions, and holy cow were they accurate. Tech We Like: Subscribe to the DGiT Daily podcast - it's FREE! http://pca.st/DGiTDaily Recorded November 29, 2018 7:30pm CST Time codes: 1:40 - Best of Android Reader's Choice voting: Samsung Note 9 11:40 - Best of Android - Best innovations 23:20 - Google Pixel Slate review: Overpriced convenience 35:50 - Project Fi is now Google Fi, adds support for iPhones and many more Android phones 39:35 - PSA: Phones that aren't built for Google Fi will have these limitations 43:50 - AT&T accurately predicted the future in 1993, but can it do it again? The Android Authority podcast is: Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Jonathan Feist - @JFeist1 / @DroneRush Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Special appearance byLanh Nguyen - @LanhNguyenFilms Produced by Adam Doud

Dec 1, 201852 min

DGiT Daily - November 30, 2018 - Down goes Daredevil

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Thanks again, Android Authority crowd, for letting us butt in. Your normal programming will return next week. But if you like us, subscribe! This is your last chance to win a Pixel 3 XL! Another one bites the dust. Netflix has cancelled its original Marvel tv series, DareDevil, and speculation is that Disney is just consolidating its properties in advance of its own streaming service, but...is it? Our roundup features stories about the Microsoft roadmap, the new Sirin Finney blockchain phone, Google Assistant's new manners, worldwide Chinese internet, watching porn at Starbucks, and AT&T predicting the future. www.dgit.com@DgitDaily

Nov 30, 20186 min