Episodes
Adam Doud returns to the show with a tale of phones vs. escalators and joins Mishaal Rahman, Huyen Tue Dao, Ron Richards and Jason Howell for a jam packed show full of Android 16, Samsung and Google rumors and much more. Get the newest merch design LEAKY PEEKY at Threadless! Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. NEWS 00:04:00 - The Android 16 Developer Preview #1 has landed!00:14:24 - Rumors swirl about the future of ChromeOS and...
Published 11/20/24
It's never quiet in the world of Android and this week we've got reviews of two Chromebooks, plus updates to Android 15 and rollouts to manufacturers like OnePlus and Nothing. Jason Howell, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards are here to sort through the noise for you, the Android Faithful! Participate in ACast's listener survey: http://bit.ly/androidfaithful-survey Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. NEWS 00:04:08 - Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1has...
Published 11/13/24
Published 11/13/24
It's been a big week for Android with an official Android 16 Update along with new features and a new release schedule. In this episode we have our interview with Seang Chau, VP and GM of Android Platform and Matthew McCullough, VP of Android Developer Experience at Google who talked with Huyen Tue Dao and Mishaal Rahman about the news AND Android 16's dessert name! Jason Howell, Ron Richards and Huyen alos break down this week's news in the world of Android! Participate in ACast's listener...
Published 11/06/24
We've got leaks, we've got reveals, we've got an interview about satellite smartphone connectivity - this episode has it all as Mishaal Rahman, Jason Howell, and Ron Richards break down all the ins and outs in the world of Android this week. Participate in ACast's listener survey: http://bit.ly/androidfaithful-survey Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. NEWS 00:06:35 - A bunch of new glimpses of Android 16 have emerged00:17:30 - Inside...
Published 10/30/24
This week we have everything from legal drama to hardware leaks and new releases to cybersecurity as Mishaal Rahman, Huyen Tue Dao, Jason Howell, and Ron Richards catch up on the week in Android. Participate in ACast's listener survey: http://bit.ly/androidfaithful-survey Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. NEWS 00:05:27 - The latest in Epic vs Google scores a win for Google this time around00:09:05 - Q3 '24 Smartphone sales show big wins...
Published 10/23/24
The Android Faithful team breaks down the major Android 15 release, foreshadows Android 16 features, examines Google's legal troubles, and reviews new devices from Vivo and Walmart. Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. NEWS 00:04:18 - Big day for Android 15 as it rolls out to Pixels along with an October Pixel Drop00:24:58 - Last week was a big day for the DOJ as indicators of a Google breakup may be looming00:34:17 - Some neat new features...
Published 10/16/24
We're back with another monster episode, but this time with less hardware and way more Samsung and Apps with Mishaal Rahman, Huyen Tue Dao, Jason Howell and Ron Richards. Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. NEWS 00:03:58 - The courts lay massive punishment on Google as result of the Epic lawsuit00:17:31 - Samsung's One UI 7.0 may not have been announced yet, but we've seen alot of it!00:21:40 - Unlock your front door with your Samsung...
Published 10/09/24
The gang is back together as Mishaal Rahman, Huyen Tue Dao, Jason Howell and Ron Richards delve deep into the motherlode of Android news, hardware and more! Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. NEWS 00:04:10 - Vivo is the first to rollout Android 1500:05:03 - Get ready for Android 16 as the new codename has been revealed00:13:49 - A timely update to the Google Pixel Watch00:15:17 - Back in court with Epic suing Google and Samsung00:22:00 -...
Published 10/02/24
Google TV gets a major update while Xiaomi, Huawei and Nothing are bringing the latest to Android globally. Recorded at Droidcon NYC, Mishaal Rahman, Huyen Tue Dao, Jason Howell and Ron Richards break down the news along with an exclusive interview with Shalini Govil-Pai, VP & GM of Google TV. Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. NEWS 00:06:20 - The numbers are in and Xiaomi passed Apple as the No. 2 smartphone brand in the world00:13:20...
Published 09/25/24
It's a jam-packed episode this week ranging from more Android 15 to a closer look at the Samsung Galaxy S25 to the much-maligned return of Flappy Bird. Yes, Flappy Bird. Jason Howell, Ron Richards and Mishaal Rahman (for a little bit) go on this Android journey with you, our faithful audience. Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. NEWS 00:03:55 - Mishaal has the details on Android 15 QPR1 Beta 2 with many new features00:16:00 - A new dawn...
Published 09/18/24
Huyen got the Pixel Watch 3 on her wrist, Mishaal caught a glimpse of an Android 16 feature, and Jason became a believer in the tri-fold format. Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. NEWS 0:19:43 - Google is preparing a major overhaul to notifications and Quick Settings in Android 160:26:24 - Here's how Android 15 blocks thieves from bypassing factory reset protection0:30:36 - Samsung One UI 6.1.1 Expands Latest Galaxy AI Features to Even...
Published 09/11/24
It's a classic episode all about Android as we welcome back Florence Ion to take a trip to hardware leak city with Jason Howell and Ron Richards! Hey! We'll be at Droidcon NYC this September! Also hey! You can get Android Faithful merch for up to 40% off at Threadless! Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. NEWS 0:05:47 - Big day for Android with the release of Android 15 and the September feature drop0:20:53 - The date has been set for the...
Published 09/04/24
We just can't quit you Pixel 9, can we? Even with guest Adam Doud on the show, Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman, Jason Howell and Ron Richards are at it again. We'll be at Droidcon NYC this September! Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. NEWS 0:17:26 - The dawn of AI Photos and the ethics of images that aren't real0:29:54 - We know when Android 15 will roll out and it's been a rollercoaster!0:36:21 - Android 15 QPR 1 has goodies like Lockscreen...
Published 08/28/24
Jason, Mishaal, and guest Shannon Morse discuss the potential breakup of Google's Android division, #TeamPixel controversy, the new OnePlus Buds Pro 3, as well as the promised Pank interview! Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. NEWS 0:17:33 US Considers a Rare Antitrust Move 0:28:01 Google threatened tech influencers unless they ‘preferred’ the Pixel 0:42:09 4 new AI-powered Pixel and Android accessibility updates 0:45:41 Geekbench AI...
Published 08/21/24
It's a big week in Android-land as the AF team and the rest of the tech industry descended on Mountain View, California to go to Google's headquarters for the keynote presentation and launch of the new Pixel phones, watches and earbuds, all wrapped up in a big Artificial Intelligence bow called Gemini. We truly are in the Gemini Era with this lineup of hardware designed to maximize the user benefit of the language models and tools developed by Google. We took a little different approach this...
Published 08/14/24
We're navigating anti-trust lawsuits, Pixel 9 leaks and so, so much hardware (again!). **NOTE: Streamyard glitched at times throughout the recording of this podcast and there is no fix to the damage in this episode. We apologize for the audio cutouts.** Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. NEWS 00:03:09 - What does the ruling against Google mean for Android?00:10:09 - Edge to edge apps have a loophole in Android 15.00:18:50 - Tablet sales...
Published 08/07/24
The gang is back together as Huyen Tue Dao, Jason Howell, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards are reunited after a month of travels to talk the latest in Android with lots of hardware! Note: Time codes are subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. NEWS 00:03:52 - With Android 15 nearby, let's look at the distribution numbers for Android00:10:38 - In London, Samsung's latest campaign takes the "Fold" concept literally00:12:48 - Speaking of Samsung, the first look at...
Published 07/31/24
We've got exciting news about Google Play and an exclusive interview with Sam Bright, VP & GM of Google Play recorded from Google HQ in New York City. Jason Howell and Mishaal Rahman sat down with Sam Bright to hear all the latest coming to Google Play. In addition, Ron Richards joined the guys to hit on the big news of the week so we don't miss a thing! Note: Time codes are subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. HARDWARE & NEWS 00:52:21 - Mishaal went...
Published 07/24/24
We're bursting at the seams with this hardware-focused episode as Jason Howell, Huyen Tue Dao, and Ron Richards breakdown the latest from Samsung, OnePlus, Nothing and parse the Pixel 9 leaks PLUS a brand new Apps segment and Ron has a BIG announcement! It doesn't get bigger than this! Note: Time codes are subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. NEWS 00:05:15 - Google took a moment to look back on and celebrate Android ten years ago in 2014, which was...
Published 07/17/24
One full year of Android Faithful is in the books and we're so elated to welcome Jason Howell back to the show to join Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards get hyped for what's new in Android and look back at the past year. Note: Time codes are subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. NEWS 00:05:28 - Looks like there's an Apple-like approach to cyber attack protections coming from Google00:11:39 - There was a major security breach from Authy and Xiaomi is testing a...
Published 07/10/24
It's Hot Android Summer and first up is Samsung so join Mishaal Rahman, Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards! Note: Time codes are subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. NEWS 00:03:30 - Google AI is coming to the Pixel 9 and the Pixel 9 sure looks Pink!00:12:37 - Major warning for Pixel 6 owners! Don't factory reset and follow this guide from Google00:20:20 - WhatsApp launched a clever ad campaign and Ron saw it in NYC!00:24:11 - Mishaal visited Qualcomm HQ and saw...
Published 07/03/24
We did it Android fam! 50 episodes of Android Faithful and to celebrate, Florence Ion returns to join Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards discuss the upcoming events and latest in the world of Android. Running Time: 01:17:35 Note: Time codes are subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. NEWS 00:04:23 - Google announced the next Made By Google Event and we got a date for Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 00:13:47 - Gemini and Google Assistant STILL can't handle reminders00:16:50...
Published 06/26/24
It's a hot summer Android night and we welcome Juan Bagnell to discuss the latest in Android with Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards. Running Time: 01:21:24 NEWS We were shocked by the news that Android VP of Engineering, Dave Burke, announced he was moving onAndroid 15 Beta 3 is out and Mishaal has the breakdown We get out first glimpse of RCS Messaging working in iOS The patron news pick wants to re-live the glory days of HTC phones in anticipation of the the HTC U24...
Published 06/19/24
We welcome Shannon Morse back to the show as Jason Howell heads off on vacation, leaving Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards to sort through all this Artificial Intelligence across the entire industry - it's uncanny! Note: Time codes are subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. Running Time: 01:13:52 NEWS 0:03:40 - Apple made some announcements at WWDC, including the RCS news we've been waiting for, and we discuss from the Android POV0:15:39 - The AI...
Published 06/12/24