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With Ron gone (in Portland for pinball, don't worry), Jason Howell, Florence Ion, and Huyen Tue Dao do their best to hold down the fort. From Android desktop UI leaks to Nvidia's masterful 10 year (and counting) run with the Shield, to a live unboxing of the new Motorola Moto Watch, everything you need for Android bliss is right here. Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor 00:02:33 - NEWS Android’s full desktop interface leaks: New status bar, Chrome ExtensionsChromeOS will be ‘phased out’ in 2034 as Android PCs arrive late, court docs suggestGoogle releases ‘Desktop Camera’ app that’s seemingly for Android PCsAndroid 16 is off to a strong start in Google's latest usage breakdownGoogle Pixel expected to see ‘strongest growth’ in 2026, report saysPatron Pick: Motorola is getting away with zero OS updates thanks to regulatory loophole 00:36:11 - HARDWARE Motorola Moto Watch first lookThere won’t be a Nothing Phone 4 this yearNothing’s next over-ear headphones reportedly cost around $150, launching in MarchNothing Phone 4a series leak reveals launch date, and it's just weeks awayInside Nvidia’s 10-year effort to make the Shield TV the most updated Android device ever 00:58:12 - APPS Gemini in navigation is now available for walking and cycling in Google Maps.Fitbit's co-founders are back with a new app, and you can sign up for the limited betaThis free app turns your Android phone into an iPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thankfully the snowstorm stopped in time for Ron Richards to dig out and join Jason Howell and Huyen Tue Dao for the latest in Android news from OnePlus to Samsung and of course a dash of Google and Gemini for fun. Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor 00:04:55 - NEWS OnePlus responds to reports of their demise and it's not really confidence building...Ron was glad he wasn't alone in having Pixel Weather fail completely during the snow storm last weekend.EU is coming after Google, again, this time for how deeply Gemini is integrated into AndroidPatron Pick: Say goodbye to this killer feature in GMail you probably didn't even know existed! 00:36:39 - HARDWARE Some glimpses of the Oppo Find X9 Ultra shows a cool two-tone camera back designMore peeks of the Samsung Galaxy S26, this time at the camera bump via the Qi2 battery bank!We hope you're sitting down because Samsung revealed how much the Galaxy Z Trifold will cost in the US and it's a lot! It's available now! 00:50:01 - APPS Now you can sync your queues across the web and Android on YouTube MusicFeel free to celebrate now that Google Photos Me Meme feature is here. Or Not.But you should really celebrate now that Google Sans is an available font in Google Docs and other apps! 00:57:52 - FEEDBACK Jezz from Australia wants to know how to screenshot the Gemini overlay?Ken from Batavia, NY weighs in on the iOS vs Android debateFrank R. clears up the confusion about Porsche Design and Honor Phones. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rumors swirl about a popular manufacturer's demise but we see right through it plus the latest Gemini news that Google has to offer to keep Jason Howell, Florence Ion and Ron Richards amused in the key of Android for another week! Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor 00:05:05 - NEWS We've got Q4 2025 smartphone market data and it shows growth!ASUS confirmed no new phones this year and maybe even beyond 2026Also, news of OnePlus's demise may have been overwrought, but there's definitely something happening in Oppo-landThe latest from Google and Gemini is called Personal Intelligence and Jason got the advanced look at it!Patron Pick: Smartphones are likely going to be more expensive this year and here's why... 00:35:50 - HARDWARE Someone's Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold already broke...oops.Honor is hard at work ripping off the iPhone Air, making a wacky camera phone with Porsche and Jason compared the Honor Magic8 Pro vs. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra at the Grand Canyon!The new battery king might be the RealMe P4 Power with a 10,001 mAh battery! 00:51:46 - APPS Google is looking to amp up MagicCue thanks to Google Wallet and TasksNeed a quicker answer from Gemini? Google has a button for that.There are some major upgrades to Voice Search from Google featuring, you guessed it, Gemini.Nova Launcher lives again with a new owner! And now there will be ads, but that's ok! 01:03:02 - FEEDBACK Robert from Alaska blesses us with the discovery of the rugged phone Xever 7 Pro from RugOne, and it's a doozy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Making a triumphant return from CES, Jason Howell and Mishaal Rahman join Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards to wind down from Vegas and get into the latest Android headlines from the past week. Plus stay tuned for a major update from the Android Faithful fam at the end of the show! Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor 00:03:57 - NEWS We wrap up CES with Jason and Mishaal's experiences at the showGoogle released the first Pixel update of 2026 with the January Pixel UpdateThe world shook as Apple chose Google Gemini to provide AI for Siri via a Joint Statement between the two companiesDon't worry, ChromeOS isn't going anywhere!Patron Pick: Can tiny speakers be the future for cooling devices? 00:44:07 - HARDWARE Our first Leaky Peaky of the year is the Pixel 10A and it's red colorFoldables Lightning Round begins with Motorola surprising at CES with the Motorola Razr Fold! Jason got to check it out at CES!Oppo is prepping to go after Apple with it's new foldableDon't get your hopes up for a new foldable from OnePlus thoughThe mystery deepens behind Samsung's foldable's creasesJason loves his new Flashback camera! 01:04:50 - APPS Now you can avoid vertical video by filtering out Shorts from search results on the YouTube appSoon you can finally make your own Calling Card for yourself on Android, here's howG-Mail is getting all Gemini'd up in here with new AI Features 01:15:06 - FEEDBACK James wants to know what we think of the new Desktop Mode on Pixel Phones? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Back from the holidays and ready to dive into 2026 for Android and what better way to start than with CES? Florence Ion, Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards break down all the Android related news coming out of Las Vegas and we get hands-on reports from Jason Howell on the scene at CES 2026! Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor 00:05:58 - CES NEWS We've got all the Android related CES news at AndroidFaithful.com!Google showed up at CES and put Android XR on the Sphere, made some Google TV announcements and extended their partnership with XREALSamsung had a lot to say about AI, but that's okay because everyone fell in love with the Samsung Galaxy Z TrifoldPatron Pick: GE Lighting’s new Matter-compatible smart shades impressed the patrons! 00:40:05 - CES HARDWARE Clicks made a big splash with the Clicks Communicator but the Clicks Power Keyboard is the sneaky winnerWatch lovers rejoice, the Pebble Round 2 has arrivedTCL continues their NXTPAPER devices with the NxtPaper 70 Pro Phone and Note A1 NXTPAPERIt's real and it's delightful, the Honor Robot AI Phone was on the sceneFor something minimal, european and secure, check out the Punkt MC03 phone, with a subscription 01:21:21 - NON-CES NEWS Google makes a major change to the Android Open Source Project release scheduleMotorola's upcoming Razr Foldable phone design leaksASUS may be getting out of the smartphone business Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The moment you've been waiting for as Florence Ion, Mishaal Rahman, Jason Howell and Ron Richards gather to present the best (and weirdest) in the world of Android for 2025 and unveil the winners of our first annual end of the year awards, the APKs!  Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor 00:09:42 - NEWS Don't worry about the New Year's deadline, Google is extending the move from Assistant to Gemini further into 2026Unfortunately Gemini's takeover of Google Home ruined Christmas for some kids this yearMishaal has the details of Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1Patron Pick: Could Sodium-Ion batteries be the next big thing in smartphones someday? 00:35:56 - HARDWARE Details emerge on the OnePlus 15T and the Honor Magic V6Is Samsung developing a widescreen foldable to pre-compete with the Apple Foldable? 00:49:26 - The 2025 Annual Podcast Kudos (APKs) We present the winners of the first ever Android Faithful end of year awards for Best Phone, Best Foldable, Best Accessory, Best Innovation, Biggest News Story of 2025 and Weirdest News Story of 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another glorious week on the Android Faithful podcast with Jason Howell reviewing a 32" tablet, Mishaal flexing his Google sleuthing muscles all over Android 17, and Huyen bringing the TURBO to 2026! Don't forget the 2025 Annual Podcast Kudos (APKs!!!) You can vote for your favorite phones and news stories at https://bit.ly/2025apks - Voting closes on 12/22 at 11:59pm ET! Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor 0:05:18 - NEWS Google and Apple partner on better Android-iPhone switching Galaxy Z TriFold Becomes Instant Hit, Sold Out Within Minutes Android 17 may finally add the native App Lock feature Pixel users have been waiting for Android 17 could mimic this helpful iOS feature to reduce motion sickness Patron pick: Google's Stadia controller just got a big upgrade courtesy of Steam 0:32:25 - HARDWARE Jason reviews the KTC 32" Android Tablet OnePlus says its upcoming ‘Turbo’ gaming phones are ‘frighteningly strong’ Return of 4GB RAM in smartphones by 2026 amidst DRAM crisis 2026 Smartphone Shipment Forecasts Revised Down as Memory Shortage Drives BoM Costs Up 0:52:09 - APPS Instagram hands you the keys to control 'Your Algorithm' in Reels, plans to expand Bringing state-of-the-art Gemini translation capabilities to Google Translate 0:59:35 - FEEDBACK Jeff is having Pixel 10 Qi2 issues Hilton thinks monochrome icons make Android less usable Morgan shares a (long) report on Google's sub-par customer service Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's an exciting week at Android Faithful as Jason Howell and Florence Ion share their Android XR experience with Ron Richards and we kickoff the first ever Android Faithful awards...the 2025 Annual Podcast Kudos or the APKs!!! You can vote for your favorite phones and news stories at https://bit.ly/2025apks - Voting closes on 12/22 at Midnight ET! Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor 00:03:38 - HARDWARE All the details of the new AI Glasses unveiled by Google at the Android XR eventA bunch of Samsung news as it likes like they're adding Qi2 wireless to the Galaxy S26And Samsung rolls out OneUI 8.5And we can't get enough of the Tri Fold. Here's info on the fingerprint scanner and a glimpse of a 4 camera prototypePebble unveils their latest product, a ring! It's a memory ring and it's open for pre-order!Patron Pick: 90:10 Split-Screen multitasking in Android is brilliant… so why do I almost never use it? 00:45:15 - NEWS A Judge limits Google's contracts to a single yearThe EU is coming after Google's AI SummariesPatron Pick: Check out this adorable MagSafe E-Reader! 00:59:23 - APPS We got new gestures with the latest WearOS updateOpera makes it easier to choose your AI within their browserGet a glimpse of Face Editing in the upcoming Google Photos update 01:07:02 - The 2025 APKs We unveil the first ever Android Faithful awards - The 2025 APKs - voting is open now at https://bit.ly/2025apks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're kicking off the last month of 2025 with Florence Ion, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards pondering everything from multi-tasking to foldables to earbuds and whether or not icons should be themed or as the developer intended them to be? So many questions to start the end of 2025... Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor 00:03:20 - NEWS The last Pixel / Android Drop of 2025 has arrived and we've got all the details of Android 16 QPR2Google is hyping the next wave of news from Android XR coming next weekThe wait is over! The OnePlus 15 is going on-sale for pre-orders in the US on December 4th and you can get a free smartwatch or earbuds in the process!Patron Pick: 90:10 Split-Screen multitasking in Android is brilliant… so why do I almost never use it? 00:44:18 - HARDWARE It's finally happening, Samsung quietly announces the Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold (yes it's just called the Trifold)Flo's End of 2025 hardware picks for Ear Buds are in and they've got blingSony unveiled their 200 Megapixel camera sensor and it's going to be in phones soon 01:10:14 - APPS Google may be getting ride of the Weather app! Netflix got rid of Casting support!MKBHD's wallpaper app is shutting down! 01:20:52 - FEEDBACK Matt from Louisville provides an amusing solve to the lack of Gemini features for his Pixel BudsMike from Ohio shares how Google Photos and AI helped make some memorable photos for his familyCraig K. ponders how sustainable the Fairphone actually is... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So much to give thanks for this week as Jason Howell, Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards process the implications of AirDrop on Android, the affordability crisis in phones and exciting new hardware designs in phones! BLACK FRIDAY SPECIAL: Support Android Faithful at Patreon and get 25% off using code: BLACKFRIDAY Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor 00:05:27 - NEWS The unthinkable happened: AirDrop works with Android!US customers aren't upgrading their phones as fast as they used toHints of Google's 'Aluminium OS' for Android to PCsGemini arrives on Android Auto!Patron Pick: Samsung's Now Bar and Now Brief are the Google Now experience I've been missing 00:44:25 - HARDWARE Upstart manufacturer Nubia has got two Foldables coming soonCheck out this modular feature phone running Android, it's wild!Honor's Robot Phone is real, and it's fantastic - get your first glimpse of it in person 00:58:50 - APPS Perplexity has been busy! Comet for Android launched and Perplexity may be powering Bixby for SamsungGoogle ain't messing around as Nano Banana goes Pro 01:12:14 - FEEDBACK Hilton shares his excitement for Microsoft Co-PilotKiril explains how skiing and cold weather makes Face Unlock a necessity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a big episode full of first looks, glimpses and glances as Jason Howell, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards gear up for everything from AI to OnePlus, Samsung, Motorola and more this week in the world of Android. Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor 00:02:13 - NEWS Gemini 3 has landed and here's how Mishaal put it to the testMore developments in the Google Sideloading emotional rollercoasterAndroid apps are coming to Steam?Android 17 updates focusing on alternate app stores, gaming controllers and contacts management privacyPatron Pick: Android is about to get better facial recognition 00:39:45 - HARDWARE The official Android Faithful OnePlus 15 ReviewUnboxing the Moto G Play 2026, a nice low end phoneThe Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold gets another pre-release update 01:02:38 - APPS Google Play announced the best games and apps of 2025!Google's attempt at Apple's NameDrop might be coming to Android soon?Predictive weather gets a boost from Google's WeatherNext 2 model on Pixel Weather 01:15:11 - FEEDBACK Joey checks in now that he got his new Pebble WatchJoseph wants to know if the Onn 4k Pro is a good buy? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've got an exciting pair of new phones to look at as Jason Howell and Mishaal Rahman are showing them off to Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards along with the latest in the ongoing sagas from the world of Android Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor 00:04:40 - HARDWARE First looks at the OnePlus 15Comparing the Nubia Z80 Ultra camera to the Pixel 10 ProRumors and renders of the Samsung Galaxy S26 UltraThe Samsung Galaxy XR might be available in more countries in 2026 00:35:20 - NEWS The Google Vs. Epic legal drama took a surprise turn towards a settlement?!? And what does this mean for sideloading?The November PIxel Drop is here and it's filled with some cool new featuresPatron Pick: A YouTuber put phone batteries to the test and the results are fascinating! 01:07:55 - APPS Launcher news! Niagra launcher has themes! Another Nova Launcher update! There's a new minimalist launcher aimed at older adults and beginners!OpenAI's SORA app is now available on AndroidBig Gemini updates to Google Maps and Android Auto 01:22:44 - FEEDBACK MattBatt writes in with memories of his LG G4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Election Night in the US and Jason Howell, Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards are abuzz with the world of Android ranging from Android Developer updates to AI powered Robots and phones with physical keyboard. Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor 00:09:07 - NEWS Well, it's happened - Google has opened up the Play Store's gates in the US after the Epic Games court rulingAndroid Developers take note as Google announces new tools and programs for Google Play plus new AI experiences on The Android ShowA leaker reveals exactly how Cellebrite can hack into Pixel phonesPatron Pick: Why don't the best Android phones ever make it to the US? 00:44:58 - HARDWARE Experience the LOOI Robot which turns your phone into an AI Powered, desktop robot!Hands on with the Unihertz Titan 2 and it's elegant physical keyboardThe Samsung Galaxy S26 will be unveiled in San Francisco next February along with so much more AI stuffA new gaming phone is teased by Ayaneo10 years later, we get more looks at Project Ara's modular smartphone 01:09:13 - APPS Android 17 could bring full-screen apps to your phone’s always-on displayLineage0S now supports the Pixel 9A and the OnePlus 13Home screen widgets are coming to Android Auto! 01:18:13 - FEEDBACK Chuck in Thousand Oaks follows up with what he did with that free phone number from VerizonWill from Oregon points out that Nova Launcher just released an update, what's up with that? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The pre-Halloween vibes are setting in as Florence Ion shares her scary experience with Google Home and Gemini seeing ghosts with Jason Howell, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards along with the other shocking Android news of the week. Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor 00:09:19 - NEWS It gets creepy as Google Home starts hallucinating people in housesNothing appears to be going the bloatware route in favor of revenue, can you blame them?Fitbit's AI-Powered personal health coach enters public previewPatron Pick: Wanna be a meme? Google Photos has you covered 00:44:08 - HARDWARE Get your first glimpse of the blue Google Pixel 10AThe OnePlus 15 gets confirmed specs, especially the massive battery. It's real!Ever think you wanted a denim backed phone with a 2.1 stereo speaker system powered by Bose? Dreams do come true thanks to RedMiSamsung reshuffles the Galaxy S26 lineup...again and it's very familiar! 01:05:21 - APPS The YouTube video player redesign rolls out across AndroidGoogle might be fixing the flaw in Calling CardsGoogle Wallet gets in on the Live Updates action 01:12:32 - FEEDBACK Larry from Kennewick, WA checks in with an update to his upgrade to the Google Pixel 10 Pro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The time has finally come as Samsung announces and rolls out the Android XR headset formerly known as Moohan, now known as the Samsung Galaxy XR and Jason Howell was hands on with the new headset and is here to share the experience with Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards. Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor 00:01:58 - NEWS OnePlus rolls out OxygenOS 16 to rave reviewsGoogle's deadline for changes from the Epic lawsuit gets closerRIP Privacy Sandbox, but no this doesn't mean privacy is dead on AndroidPatron Pick: Android phones are skipping Qi2, and Nothing thinks it knows why 00:28:50 - HARDWARE The OnePlus 15 is launching this month...in China! Next month for the Global rollout. And it has an enormous batteryAnd OnePlus' sister phones, the Oppo Find X9 and X9 Pro get releasedWe're blown away that the Galaxy S26 Edge is getting canceled so quickly after releaseXiaomi is all about those rear displays after insane sales of the 17 seriesHey Pixel Superfans, Google wants you to test the next line of phones! 00:57:44 - GALAXY XR Hands on with the Samsung Galaxy XR and Android XR 01:23:12 - FEEDBACK Seamus from Mexico leads the charge of the many people who wrote in about using LineageOSGeorge is using GrapheneOS to avoid GoogleJoey has made a lifelong commitment to Pebble Watches Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.