Android Police

Centered on Android, unafraid to go far and wide in tech. Each week, hosts Daniel Bader and Will Sattelberg bring you a conversation about the decisions being made from how Google designs its Pixel phones to questions about the efficacy of mass consumption artificial intelligence products. Join us as we reflect on the facts, the feelings, and the connections we're all making today.

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Jul 23, 2023 · 52 min
The Galaxy Changes at a Glacial Pace
After a break last week to recover from Prime Day and some unwelcome strep, we're back with a preview of what Samsung will Unpack this week! You can tell from the brimming excitement in our hosts' voices that there will be plenty to look forward to with the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Fold 5. Or maybe we'll talk about Motorola again, look, I just cut the show up and write the notes up, I can't be held responsible for what Will does. 03:34 | Samsung Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5: News, leaks, rumored price, and release window Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5: News, leaks, rumored price, and release window Samsung Galaxy Watch 6: News, leaks, pricing, and release window 39:30 | Some Other Things Nothing Phone 2 review: Finding its niche Motorola is making good smartphones again, and you should pay attention Nothing Phone 2 Review: Lighting Up The Competition | HotHardware Android Police lives here. Reach out to us - podcast@androidpolice.com Music - "18" and "34" by HOME licensed under CC BY 3.0
Jul 10, 2023 · 40 min
Thready Set Go
The social media news cycle was on meth this week. We don't know how else to say it. Twitter and Reddit continue their slow-motion meltdowns while Mark Zuckerberg actually comes out the winner for once. This episode of the Android Police podcast is dominated by Threads and where the yarn goes from here. 02:46 | Threads Join Instagram Threads beta program on Play Store to test drive upcoming features You can't delete your Threads profile without deleting your whole Instagram How to use Meta's Threads app without sacrificing your privacy Weekend poll: Did you sign up for Threads? 28:04 | Trimmings Samsung announces its next foldables on July 26, but you can save $50 by reserving yours right now Enjoy the Samsung Unpacked lineup from all angles and in all colors ahead of launch Google might not go full-custom with its Tensor chips until 2025 Android Police lives here. Reach out to us - podcast@androidpolice.com Music - "18" and "34" by HOME licensed under CC BY 3.0
Jul 2, 2023 · 51 min
Not Quite Pixel Gold ft. Michael Fisher
Is it a coincidence that the Mr. Mobile, Michael Fisher, is joining the Android Police podcast for the second time (the first time under a different run) and both times the discussion at hands was about foldables? Maybe it is, but whatever the case may actually be, this episode is all about the Pixel Fold and our evaluations on how Google's first step into foldable phones has landed. Google Pixel Fold review: An $1,800 rough draft Pixel Fold Review: The Price Isn't The Point - Mr.Mobile And if you want to be reminded of the first time we had Fisher on, it was for talking about the Motorola Razr. The original one. That folded. In 2020. You know. Android Police Podcast Ep.357 — A Razr to a Phone Fight ft. Michael Fisher (Mr. Mobile) Android Police lives here. Reach out to us - podcast@androidpolice.com Music - "18" and "34" by HOME licensed under CC BY 3.0
Jun 26, 2023 · 1 hr 4 min
A Slice+ Above The Rest
It's a study of contrasts with reviews going out for Motorola's Razr+ and Google's Pixel Tablet. This week, the Android Police podcast is graced by the presence of Digital Trends mobile editor Joe Maring to chat about garbage fires and unexpected triumphs as well as marketing of charming and questionable natures. 02:34 | Sucks Google Pixel Tablet review: That first-gen feeling This is what Google’s new weather app looks like on phones 29:17 | Surprises Motorola Razr+ review: My new favorite foldable 45:13 | Pirates Google's latest Pixel campaign stars the iPhone as its clueless best friend Chromebook X is Google’s new high-quality laptop initiative Reach out to us - podcast@androidpolice.com Music - "18" and "34" by HOME licensed under CC BY 3.0
Jun 17, 2023 · 49 min
Read it, Reddit, Dead Innit?
It's a summer of discontent running right through the Android Police podcast. Topping our show, of course, is Reddit's war on itself — namely, the user community it relies on for its success. We also watch the axe fall on more Google services with even more uncertainty ahead for its entire business. Finally, we talk about wood and how nice it looks and feels... on a phone. Dog days? Psh, who says these are dog days? 08:11 | The Reddit Chronicles Reddit blackout explained: Why subreddits have gone dark A popular Android Reddit app may survive the site's absurd API pricing 23:15 | All the Googley bits The EU threatens to break up Google over advertising dominance concerns Privacy concerns are keeping Google Bard from making its debut in the EU Google’s Pixel June Feature Drop is here with cinematic wallpapers and much more Google's a little surprised at how we've all been using Recorder The Google Pixel Fold seems to be having inventory issues 34:02 | Overtime My time with Motorola's new Razr phones has me rethinking foldables Sony Xperia 1 V review: Too much money, not enough phone Google Domains is dead, business sold to Squarespace Reach out to us - podcast@androidpolice.com Music - "18" and "34" by HOME licensed under CC BY 3.0
Jun 11, 2023 · 59 min
Apple is Killing Its Darlings for a Vision
We're not beyond giving Apple some attention here at the Android Police podcast, especially during a week where the company decided to tease a $3,500 VR headset. Indeed, the road to popularization is long and filled with deep potholes, but the company is taking a chance on it in neglect of its other major existing platforms — arguably harming the Apple user experience by raising the already-high walls surrounding its garden. This week, we have XDA-Developer Apple Editor Mahmoud Itani on our show to discuss. Also, our own Stephen Schenck and his 2 million Reddit Karma. 03:05 | Apple's seed Hands-on: The Apple Vision Pro is best AR and VR experience I've ever tried (and I've tried many) (xda-developers.com) iOS 17 beta 1 hands-on: A buggy delight that further alienates Android users Apple is going to let you use your iPhone as a smart display with new Standby feature iPadOS 17 brings interactive widgets, enhanced lock screen, Health app, and more watchOS 10: Smart Stack, new features, and everything you need to know iOS 17 might just make iPhone owners hate green bubbles less 43:31 | Chaff Reddit looks set to kill third-party clients with multimillion dollar fees Apollo for Reddit is shutting down - The Verge It’s not just Apollo: other Reddit apps are shutting down, too - The Verge Android 14: News, features, leaks, and what's new in Beta 3 Android 14’s new lock screen customization is live in Beta 3 Reach out to us - podcast@androidpolice.com Music - "18" and "34" by HOME licensed under CC BY 3.0
Jun 4, 2023 · 1 hr 3 min
An iPad for Your Face
Motorola is having a good year and the streak continues, it seems, with the rollout of its new Razr+ and Razr(-) for 2023. Our Will Sattelberg shares his experiences at the hands-on event. Also on the Android Police podcast, we debate Apple's merits as it's rumored to be preparing a $3,000 consumer-focused AR/VR headset that's sure to please James Cameron. That and a lot more on this week's show! 03:43 | Crazy for Razr The Motorola Razr+ and Razr are ready to take aim at Samsung's clamshell crown My time with Motorola's new Razr phones has me rethinking foldables 30:45 | Dub Dub Apple Reality Pro and Apple Glasses: What's the story so far on Apple's AR/VR devices? (pocket-lint.com) Meta Quest 3 announced beating Apple Reality Pro to the mixed reality punch (pocket-lint.com) 46:26 | All Together Now Google canceled its first Pixel Fold design because it wasn't good enough Pixel Tablet tipster stokes rumor fire with conspicuously absent stylus and keyboard This Google Pixel Watch 2 upgrade could solve the first model's biggest problem Google launches a fresh fleet of features across Android phones and watches The original Chromecast has reached its end of life Reach out to us - podcast@androidpolice.com Music - "18" and "34" by HOME licensed under CC BY 3.0
May 30, 2023 · 1 hr 4 min
Re: Generative
We take a look at Google's enhanced online search engine with generative AI results and... whew, we've got a long way to go. Surprisingly, we bounce around Sony a bit in the middle before discussing the next Moto Razr, the demise of YouTube Stories (you forgot those were a thing, right?), and yes, air out laundry in our impromptu Letterboxd segment. It's just another week on the Android Police podcast. 02:55 | A New Way of Googling? Google's next-gen AI-powered search experience is ready for a test drive Google Search Labs: What it is and why you need it 23:06 | The Rest of the Show The solution to Pixel fingerprint scanner problems may be right under your nose Google pulls app from Play Store over paper-thin connection to 'piracy' Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic leak shows the return of a beloved feature Sony’s $1400 Xperia 1 V packs a fancy Exmor T sensor and headphone jack What Is Sony’s Project Q? (makeuseof.com) Backbone is bringing its PlayStation-friendly controller to Android The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra looks smoking hot in the these leaked renders Amazon's Fire Max 11 wants to dominate the midrange Android tablet market Netflix password sharing is now officially dead HBO Max rebranding renders dedicated button on Android TV remotes useless Google is mercy killing YouTube Stories Reach out to us - podcast@androidpolice.com Music - "1," "18" and "34" by HOME licensed under CC BY 3.0
May 21, 2023 · 1 hr
Luncheon Heat
On the menu for the Android Police podcast this week, we'll be probing a Pixel 8 rumor much like how one temps a steak with a thermometer. We've got a few thoughts to dish out on the Montana TikTok ban, too. And, if that's not enough, for dessert, we'll be having BlackBerry pie... in the form of an impromptu movie review. Order up! 02:04 | Appetizer Leaked Google Pixel 8 Pro video shows new design and a built-in thermometer Google wants to turn your Pixel phone into a car dashcam 21:12 | Entree ChatGPT now has a dedicated iOS app, Android version incoming YouTube has started blocking ad blockers Montana becomes the first state to ban TikTok 43:23 | After Eights Google Pixel 7a review: If déjà vu were a smartphone How Google can solve its Pixel A-series identity crisis Disney Ending Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Just Over 1 Year After Launching It (screenrant.com) BlackBerry (2023) | ScreenRant Reach out to us - podcast@androidpolice.com Music - "18" and "34" by HOME licensed under CC BY 3.0
May 15, 2023 · 1 hr 17 min
Google I/O 2023: Disapixelment
It really felt like everything that you could tie back to the core product of Android took a back seat to some weird, rushed gimmickry through the power of artificial intelligence at this year's I/O conference. Already bad at keeping a lot of its secrets, Google has made none whatsoever about pushing applications for its various forms of AI modeling out to consumers. So, the Android Police podcast is taking the goliath to task on just how much neglect it is paying to the Pixel brand it has proudly cultivated and the shaky path ahead for its fleet of magic features to come. 03:40 | Pixel Talk Google Pixel 7a review: A Pixel 7 by any other name Google Pixel Fold hands-on: The good, the bad, and the ugly Google Pixel Tablet hands-on: What's up, dock? 43:38 | I Love AI? Google Bard loses waitlist and comes to more languages soon Google will write your emails for you in Gmail with AI Google Search will use AI to help you find more of what you're looking for Get ready for your favorite emoji to star in your next wallpaper Google is giving Pixel lock screens some much-needed customization options Google Photos’ upcoming Magic Editor is Magic Eraser on steroids Google I/O 2023: Pixel Fold, Pixel 7a, and everything else announced Reach out to us - podcast@androidpolice.com Music - "18" and "34" by HOME licensed under CC BY 3.0
May 8, 2023 · 45 min
Surfer Rosa
If your alarm on Android phone is cutting itself off prematurely, with your feet in the air and your head on the ground, try this trick and spin it. Report back to us what happens, if you can. We're up to the brim on the Android Police podcast this week with Pixel Fold and 7a discussion days ahead of Google I/O and a bundle more. Here comes your show. 04:26 | The First Part Google officially reveals the Pixel Fold ahead of I/O 2023 Google Pixel 7a: Everything we know so far The first OnePlus foldable phone could launch in August Nothing Phone 2 hype season kicks off with mysterious close-up video The Galaxy S23 FE could have a major camera upgrade in store Samsung One UI 5 Watch will launch on this year's new Galaxy smartwatches 32:36 | The Second Part Google Passkeys will replace passwords Google vows to fix a glaring omission in Authenticator's cloud backup Google Home's lighting control picks up a long-awaited facelift You can blame this Pixies song for Google Assistant canceling your alarm Redfall is Now One of the Lowest-Rated Steam Games of All Time (gamerant.com) Reach out to us - podcast@androidpolice.com Music - "18" and "34" by HOME licensed under CC BY 3.0
Apr 30, 2023 · 53 min
A Google Puffer Vest
Will goes back-to-back this week on the Android Police podcast with a debrief of his reviews of the OnePlus Pad and the Motorola ThinkPhone. Both devices provide one hell of a time each and we explore the depths of such depravity. We also roam around rumorland with the Pixel 7a and the Galaxy Watch 6, then torch Google Authenticator's makeover and Amazon's weak attempt at some sort of fitness tracker. Oh, you want merch? We got merch. That's going into the trash. That's this week. 01:46 | Touch Glass OnePlus Pad review: A new challenger enters the ring Motorola ThinkPhone review: Business as usual Tecno Phantom V Fold review: The most affordable foldable yet 32:26 | Everything Else Google Authenticator now backs up OTPs so you’re not SOL when your 2FA device goes MIA Google vows to fix a glaring omission in Authenticator's cloud backup Amazon Halo trackers are dead, you might be eligible for a refund Android 14 Beta 1.1 is here to help save your phone from Google's most frustrating bugs Leaks spill all the Google Pixel 7a specs The Google Pixel 7a has leaked in a new bold and fun colorway The Galaxy Watch 6's most anticipated feature really might be making a comeback You can finally use Gboard's Emoji Kitchen stickers in real life Reach out to us - podcast@androidpolice.com Music - "18" and "34" by HOME licensed under CC BY 3.0
Apr 21, 2023 · 40 min
A $500 Pixel 7a?
Alright, Prosser. We're talking about your leak. Lots of Pixel pricing and availability to deal with on this episode of the Android Police podcast. But we'll balance it out with another amazing Chinese phone that none of us will practically be able to use and a remembrance of a brand that truly defined the cutting edge of Android hardware a decade ago. This episode runs like a tight ship, so prepare for smooth sailing. 02:01 | On the Front Page... Google might shadow drop a new smartphone at I/O, but it's not the one you want Google's inaugural Pixel Tablet could finally hit store shelves this June It looks like the Google Pixel Tablet won’t be cheap 21:05 | In Other News... Xiaomi 13 Ultra raises the camera hardware bar with its variable aperture lens Netflix password sharing will be dead by summer 30:47 | Give It A Think HTC One M7 turns 10: A decade ago, one phone set the bar for Android Elon Musk gives complimentary Twitter verification to LeBron James, Stephen King, and William Shatner - The Verge Reach out to us - podcast@androidpolice.com Music - "18" and "34" by HOME licensed under CC BY 3.0
Apr 16, 2023 · 41 min
Schrodinger's Galaxy S23 FE
You can't complain about pre-release software, but we're going to try and do that anyway this week on the Android Police podcast as the first beta for Android 14 comes online — we're left asking where the ambition is? Also, why 12% isn't a bad stat for Android 13 distribution, loosening our grasp on the dying genre of small phones, high praise for a shiny new gaming phone, and more. You could say this pod's packed to the Max. 05:48 | Soft Egg Android 14 Beta 1 is here, and you can join the beta program now Android 14 Beta 1 hands-on: Wait for the next one Android 14: News, features, leaks, and what's new in Beta 1 Android 13 is now running on over 12% of Android phones 23:09 | Hard Boil Google Pixel 8 could be a lot smaller than the Pixel 7 You probably don't need a flagship phone Latest rumor claims the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE lives to die another day Asus ROG Phone 7 review: High score 36:17 | Max Say goodbye to HBO Max and hello to just... Max Reach out to us - podcast@androidpolice.com Music - "18" and "34" by HOME licensed under CC BY 3.0
Apr 8, 2023 · 52 min
Subscription Hell
We're already going through it with our cell service, our streaming services, and everything that makes life a little easier through the magic of technology. But man, do we gotta deal with this in our cars? GM customers are raising their hackles. We discuss. Plus, Google kills another thing that wasn't near, but definitely was dear to our hearts. And Nothing gets drunk. It's the Android Police podcast. 04:04 | Bury Me In My Chevrolet Future GM EVs won’t support Android Auto Everybody hates GM’s decision to kill Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for its EVs - The Verge 19:11 | Tabby Talk The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+ poses for the cameras in a new leak Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra spec leak teases performance and durability The Pixel Tablet's FCC listing reveals a key connectivity feature 26:18 | Pour Out a Cold One Google is finally killing off its old Now Launcher The latest Moto G Power pairs some crucial upgrades with questionable priorities Nothing, not fooling around, announces Beer (5.1%) Reach out to us - podcast@androidpolice.com Music - "18" and "34" by HOME licensed under CC BY 3.0
Apr 2, 2023 · 21 min
Sting Like a Dragonfly
Our team's taking an off week this week, but the Android Police podcast goes on. This episode, we're bringing you a conversation with our producer Jules and John Maletis, VP of Product Management for Chrome at Google. We talk about how the company is working with its OEM partners to produce better Chromebooks like HP's Dragonfly Pro Chromebook and where the platform is after a pandemic-fueled boost in developmental support. HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook review: Not a black-and-white decision Gaming Chromebooks are real and going on sale from Acer, Asus, and Lenovo What is a Chromebook? Here is your first look at Material You on Chromebooks Chromebooks may soon signal the start and end of your day with custom wallpapers Reach out to us - podcast@androidpolice.com Music - "18" and "34" by HOME licensed under CC BY 3.0
Mar 27, 2023 · 59 min
Praying for a Pebble Standard Issue
Google Bard dominates the conversation starters in tech circles for another week and the Android Police podcast is no exception as we get some early off-kilter responses that are sure to amuse and bemuse at your dinner parties. Similarly, some former Pebble employees are thinking about some names for a small phone they want to make. And if Meghan Trainor isn't out of your head after nearly a decade, well, get ready to be reintroduced with our Pixel Tablet convo. What a week, y'all. 03:31 | Once a Bard, Always a Bard How to use Google Bard to find the information you're looking for Google Bard has arrived to blow your mind 15 best funny Google Bard responses so far 15:03 | Gadgets Galore The Oppo Find X6 Pro combines a throwback design with a cutting-edge 1-inch camera sensor Latest Google Pixel Tablet leak is all about that base Pebble founder's Small Android Phone team wants to keep the dream alive The new Huawei Mate X3 is one of the world’s lightest foldable phones The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 could almost be usable when folded 43:24 | Chat Stew Yes, your Google smart speakers are louder than usual at lower volumes Android 14 could finally separate the ringtone and notification volumes CTL's new see-through Chromebook offers a peek at its guts Reach out to us - podcast@androidpolice.com Music - "18" and "34" by HOME licensed under CC BY 3.0
Mar 19, 2023 · 1 hr 6 min
The Gang Talks About BlackBerry
For, like, a hot second. And not before we get through a flood of Pixel 7a and Pixel 8 intelligence from the past week. Also on the docket, a Samsung non-controversy, a real Samsung controversy, a new Samsung phone, and... just a lot. It's everything, everywhere, all at... okay, maybe not so much that. No multiverse here. Just a lot of tech talk on the Android Police podcast. 05:11 | Eight is Great Big Pixel Fold and 7a leak suggests a summer full of new Google hardware Google's Pixel Fold might just avoid the pricing pratfall of past foldables Check out the Google Pixel 7a in these hands-on images The Google Pixel 7a prototype eBay listing reaches its inevitable conclusion The Google Pixel 8 leaks in renders and it's a tad smaller than its predecessor First look at the Google Pixel 8 Pro fixes the ugliest things about its predecessor 36:07 | Samstuck Samsung gave the Moon a beauty filter because that's what users actually want Insecure Exynos modems put dozens of Samsung devices, and other Android phones, at risk Samsung's Galaxy A54 5G is just the right amount of phone for 2023 48:04 | Grab Bag YouTube TV now costs more than twice as much as it did at launch 'BlackBerry' movie trailer lets you relive the smartphone's chaotic (and Canadian) early days Microsoft 365 Copilot aims to boost productivity at every level thanks to AI Find the team on Twitter - @journeydan @AraWagco @Will_Sattelberg @PointJules Reach out to us - podcast@androidpolice.com Music - "18" and "34" by HOME licensed under CC BY 3.0
Mar 12, 2023 · 54 min
The Best Phone You Probably Can't Get
Whip out the Dole Whip and relax with the Android Police podcast! This week, we cover the usual grounds with the I/O event announcement and more progress on Android 14. Spotify plans to clean up the mess it's made out of its app with a tiny cotton swab, YouTube cleans up its language about bad language, and Sonos shapes up with some speakers coming out of its comfort zone. All that and more in the next 54 minutes. 04:52 | Google coverage Google I/O 2023 is set for May 10th Android 14 Developer Preview 2 is here for Pixel phones You can now try Android 14’s new back gesture on the latest developer preview Android 14 makes me excited for the future of gesture navigation 22:55 | On (the) Media Sonos Era 100 and Era 300 first listen: Adding a new dimension to the smart speaker game Spotify's app redesign takes cues from TikTok to help you find new content YouTube now allows mild-ass swearing without slashing creator ad revenue 41:28 | Chicken Caesar Wrap It Up Meta is building a decentralized, text-based social network (platformer.news) Xiaomi 13 Pro hands-on: Xiaomi is growing up Reach out to us - podcast@androidpolice.com Music - "18" and "34" by HOME licensed under CC BY 3.0
Mar 3, 2023 · 42 min
MWC 2023 - Rizzer (sic)
Will, Manuel, and, for the first time, our editor-in-chief James gather for a debrief round robin after a week of MWC 2023 coverage. From spotting Carl Pei at the Unihertz booth to destroying Motorola's rollable phone concept with facts and logic(?), the team's got a lot to talk about. Too bad our expensive audio recorder doesn't like our expensive SD cards. Or that we didn't have a Mini-USB cable. Despite all of that, we hope you enjoy this episode of the Android Police podcast! OnePlus 11 Concept hands-on: This mobile cooling tech isn’t for sale OnePlus's folding phone is official, and it launches this year Motorola Rizr rollable concept hands-on: Simultaneously cool and dumb The Nokia G22 is taking Fairphone head on Luna - Embrace the Light in Your Life (unihertz.com) Nothing Phone 2 will be powered by a top-end Qualcomm chipset Honor Magic Vs review: You win some, you lose some Xiaomi 13 Pro hands-on: Xiaomi is growing up The Tecno Phantom V Fold undercuts the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 by hundreds Realme brings 10-minute ultra-fast charging outside of China with the GT3 MWC 2023 | Android Police Find the team on Twitter - @journeydan @AraWagco @Will_Sattelberg @PointJules Reach out to us - podcast@androidpolice.com Music - "18" and "34" by HOME licensed under CC BY 3.0