Microsoft is coming after Google by infusing Bing with ChatGPT—should Google be concerned? Then, Big Tech had massive layoffs this week while folks were down in Vegas checking out new gadgets. Will that include Google, too? Andy will also walk you through January's Pixel security update. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Rocket Money : Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses. ExpressVPN : High-Speed, Secure & Anonymous VPN Service. Get an extra three months free. Links...
Jan 07, 2023•48 min•Ep. 393
Microsoft is coming after Google by infusing Bing with ChatGPT—should Google be concerned? Then, Big Tech had massive layoffs this week while folks were down in Vegas checking out new gadgets. Will that include Google, too? Andy will also walk you through January's Pixel security update.
Jan 07, 2023•48 min•Ep. 393
Happy new year! Our last episode of the year features a deep dive into why Google should worry about technology like ChatGPT coming for its money-maker. We'll also discuss whether Google has a responsibility to deplatform apps like TikTok for being extremely bad actors. Plus, the Pixel 7 is named "Phone of the Year" even if the camera lenses seem to combust spontaneously. Links and Show Notes: Is this Flo's light? ChatGPT and Other Chat Bots Are a ‘Code Red’ for Google Search Google at 'code red...
Dec 31, 2022•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 392
Happy new year! Our last episode of the year features a deep dive into why Google should worry about technology like ChatGPT coming for its money-maker. We'll also discuss whether Google has a responsibility to deplatform apps like TikTok for being _extremely_ bad actors. Plus, the Pixel 7 is named "Phone of the Year" even if the camera lenses seem to combust spontaneously.
Dec 31, 2022•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 392
Happy Christmas eve! Andy shares his favorite app for the holiday to take pictures of things you need to last forever. Then, we get into Google's latest "macroeconomic conditions" and why it's a little silly that the Pixel Tablet leaked in its entirety on Facebook Marketplace. We also discuss some of the results of MKBHD's "smartphone camera of the year" poll. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Hover : Make a name for yourself. Get 10% off any domain name. Links and Show Notes: Google Pho...
Dec 24, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 391
Happy Christmas eve! Andy shares his favorite app for the holiday to take pictures of things you need to last forever. Then, we get into Google's latest "macroeconomic conditions" and why it's a little silly that the Pixel Tablet leaked in its entirety on Facebook Marketplace. We also discuss some of the results of MKBHD's "smartphone camera of the year" poll.
Dec 24, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 391
Andy and Flo have reunited again after both taking trips out of town. We talk about Google playing it cool around ChatGPT and how Android Auto taught Flo to understand the metric system. We also discuss YouTube's new moderation tactics and two new interactive games from Google. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Hover : Make a name for yourself. Get 10% off any domain name. Links and Show Notes: Google execs warn company's reputation could suffer if it moves too fast on AI-chat technology...
Dec 16, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 390
Andy and Flo have reunited again after both taking trips out of town. We talk about Google playing it cool around ChatGPT and how Android Auto taught Flo to understand the metric system. We also discuss YouTube's new moderation tactics and two new interactive games from Google.
Dec 16, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 390
Flo is on vacation, but Andy's holding it down in a special solo show. Surprise, surprise: Google's made some changes to one of its beloved apps, and it might change the way you're used to doing things. Then, Andy takes a peek at Google's online gift shop. Links and Show Notes: Google Lens replaces Google Translate's camera mode on Android and iOS Google Search brings continuous scrolling to desktop GoogleMerchandiseStore.com Support Material with a Relay FM Membership...
Dec 09, 2022•49 min•Ep. 389
Flo is on vacation, but Andy's holding it down in a special solo show. Surprise, surprise: Google's made some changes to one of its beloved apps, and it might change the way you're used to doing things. Then, Andy takes a peek at Google's online gift shop.
Dec 09, 2022•49 min•Ep. 389
Andy spent some cash over the holiday, and Flo is still wondering where to spend her Google Store store credit. We'll discuss the $9 million penalty that Google and iHeartRadio have to pay for deceptive Pixel 4 ads, plus the $5 Billion Google will owe Play Store customers if the latest class action suit goes terribly. We'll also lament over how hard it is to move to Mastodon. This episode of Material is sponsored by: ExpressVPN : High-Speed, Secure & Anonymous VPN Service. Get an extra three...
Dec 02, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 388
Andy spent some cash over the holiday, and Flo is still wondering where to spend her Google Store store credit. We'll discuss the $9 million penalty that Google and iHeartRadio have to pay for deceptive Pixel 4 ads, plus the $5 Billion Google will owe Play Store customers if the latest class action suit goes terribly. We'll also lament over how hard it is to move to Mastodon.
Dec 02, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 388
It's our annual listen-to-us-while-cooking episode! Andy and Flo regale what's on the docket this turkey/tofurkey holiday, then count down the most worthy of Google's Black Friday deals. Be sure to listen in if you're shopping! Links and Show Notes: Shop Black Friday Deals & Offers on Google Store Save up to $400 on unlocked Google Pixel 7 and 7 Pro Support Material with a Relay FM Membership...
Nov 23, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 387
It's our annual listen-to-us-while-cooking episode! Andy and Flo regale what's on the docket this turkey/tofurkey holiday, then count down the most worthy of Google's Black Friday deals. Be sure to listen in if you're shopping!
Nov 23, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 387
Andy and Flo wonder what's next in social media. The two friends talk about Google's $400 million location-tracking faux pas, though Apple doesn't have clean hands either. Then, a new beta feature in DuckDuckGo to keep Android apps from tracking your activity. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Hover : Make a name for yourself. Get 10% off any domain name. Links and Show Notes: AG Rosenblum Announces Largest AG Consumer Privacy Settlement in U.S. History Google settles with 40 states over...
Nov 18, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 386
Andy and Flo wonder what's next in social media. The two friends talk about Google's $400 million location-tracking faux pas, though Apple doesn't have clean hands either. Then, a new beta feature in DuckDuckGo to keep Android apps from tracking your activity.
Nov 18, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 386
YouTube Kids remains questionable, and Andy has found a sincere appreciation for the Nest Hub. We'll discuss how to get your refunds from Google's defunct Stadia cloud gaming platform and what it's like to play PC games on a Chromebook. We also chat about what's next from Fitbit and its plans for a kid-centric device. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Hover : Make a name for yourself. Get 10% off any domain name. Links and Show Notes: Here’s How to Get Your Money Back From Google Stadia ...
Nov 11, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 385
YouTube Kids remains questionable, and Andy has found a sincere appreciation for the Nest Hub. We'll discuss how to get your refunds from Google's defunct Stadia cloud gaming platform and what it's like to play PC games on a Chromebook. We also chat about what's next from Fitbit and its plans for a kid-centric device.
Nov 11, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 385
Last week's podcast, today! 'Tis the season for sickness, but we're back in your ears with two episodes this week. First up: Andy does a solo show where he recaps his Nest WiFi Pro experience and notes from Google's AI@ day. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Trade : Save Big, Support Small Roasters. Get $30 off your first order. ExpressVPN : High-Speed, Secure & Anonymous VPN Service. Get an extra three months free. Links and Show Notes: 10-hour Thriller Dance Nest Wifi Pro Google AI...
Nov 09, 2022•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 384
Last week's podcast, today! 'Tis the season for sickness, but we're back in your ears with two episodes this week. First up: Andy does a solo show where he recaps his Nest WiFi Pro experience and notes from Google's AI@ day.
Nov 09, 2022•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 384
This week, Flo wonders why her Google search page is rife with ads, and Andy is excited over his Nest WiFi Pro on the way. The two friends discuss Alphabet's third-quarter earnings call this week. Plus, updates to the Google Home and YouTube apps. Links and Show Notes: Alphabet (A shares) (GOOGL) Q3 2022 Earnings Call Transcript Check out your cameras on the web with Google Home YouTube Has a Refreshed Look & Feel Support Material with a Relay FM Membership...
Oct 28, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 383
This week, Flo wonders why her Google search page is rife with ads, and Andy is excited over his Nest WiFi Pro on the way. The two friends discuss Alphabet's third-quarter earnings call this week. Plus, updates to the Google Home and YouTube apps.
Oct 28, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 383
Lately, Andy and Flo's world has revolved around getting the know their Pixel Watch review units. Then, we chat about The Information 's report that Google is scaling back on the Assistant and what we think of this week's Messages update. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Hover : Make a name for yourself. Get 10% off any domain name. Links and Show Notes: Report: Google “doubles down” on Pixel hardware, cuts Google Assistant support | Ars Technica Our Favorite Pixel Watch Feature: Myster...
Oct 22, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 382
Lately, Andy and Flo's world has revolved around getting the know their Pixel Watch review units. Then, we chat about _The Information_'s report that Google is scaling back on the Assistant and what we think of this week's Messages update.
Oct 22, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 382
The two friends made it to the opera! Andy and Flo recap last week's Google Pixel boot camp. Then, we discuss our first impressions of the Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, and Pixel Watch. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Trade : Save Big, Support Small Roasters. Get $30 off your first order. Links and Show Notes: Google’s Pixel 7 Still Has the Best Smartphone Camera Google's Pixel Watch is Nice, But It's Missing Some Oomph Support Material with a Relay FM Membership...
Oct 15, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 381
The two friends made it to the opera! Andy and Flo recap last week's Google Pixel boot camp. Then, we discuss our first impressions of the Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, and Pixel Watch.
Oct 15, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 381
It's the eve of the Pixel event. Flo is feeling crummy, and Andy has sandwich fantasies. Will these two friends finally make it to the opera? Find out next week! Until then, here's a rundown of the new Nest devices Google introduced this week, including a highly-anticipated update to the Google Home app. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Hover : Make a name for yourself. Get 10% off any domain name. Links and Show Notes: Google Launches Nest WiFi Pro Mesh Router With 6GHz, Plus a New Nes...
Oct 06, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 380
It's the eve of the Pixel event. Flo is feeling crummy, and Andy has sandwich fantasies. Will these two friends finally make it to the opera? Find out next week! Until then, here's a rundown of the new Nest devices Google introduced this week, including a highly-anticipated update to the Google Home app.
Oct 06, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 380
Flo is still under the weather, making it the perfect time to test out the new Chromecast with Google TV HD. Andy's got the iPhone 14 Pro. We'll run down the major parts of Google's Search On event this week. And we'll explain why we're not surprised that Google shuttered Stadia. Links and Show Notes: Search On Google Maps Will Now 'Vibe Check' Your Destination's Neighborhood For You A message about Stadia and our long term streaming strategy Support Material with a Relay FM Membership...
Sep 30, 2022•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 379
Flo is still under the weather, making it the perfect time to test out the new Chromecast with Google TV HD. Andy's got the iPhone 14 Pro. We'll run down the major parts of Google's Search On event this week. And we'll explain why we're not surprised that Google shuttered Stadia.
Sep 30, 2022•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 379
