Welcome to episode 359 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Dirk Kesselgruber (GKN Automotive) and Allison Johnson (The Verge) -- brought to you by GKN Automotive . Today's show comes in two parts. First, we explore how GKN Automotive is enabling new EV driver experiences by mastering software in e-powertrains. Second (20:53), we review the (excellent) OnePlus 12, and share our (second) impressions of Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra. We also dive into news, leaks, and rumors from Google, Asus, Moto...
Jan 29, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 359
Join me for episode 358 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Blake Gaiser (Samsung) and Nirave Gondhia (Hot Tech) -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In this action-packed episode, we go hands-on with the Galaxy S24 series and discuss cameras and AI with Samsung's Director of Smartphone Product Management. We then share our first impressions on two other exciting flagships, the OnePlus 12 and Oppo Find X7 Ultra... Good stuff! Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.c...
Jan 22, 2024•58 min•Ep. 358
Tune into episode 357 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Bill Stewart (Infineon) and Adam Doud (SlashGear) -- brought to you by Infineon . Today's episode comes in two parts. First, we explore how semiconductors in EVs accelerate Infineon's mission towards digitalization and decarbonization. Second (18:12), we recap CES 2024 by sharing our favorite tech from the show -- including the Clicks keyboard case for iPhone, Rabbit R1 pocket companion, Realme 12 Pro+, and more. Enjoy :) Episode Links...
Jan 14, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 357
This is episode 356 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Avi Greengart of Techsponential -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In this week's show, we share our predictions for CES 2024, complete with a couple ranty tangents about VR headsets and hearing aids. We then dive into the latest news, leaks, and rumors from LG, Samsung, Vivo, OnePlus, Realme, Poco, and Honor. Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / buy me a coffee: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkg...
Jan 07, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 356
It's time for episode 355 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Jason Howell of Android Faithful -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In this episode, we cover a whole bunch of leaks, rumors, and teasers -- from Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked (Jan 17) to Oppo's Find X7 series (Jan 8), to OnePlus' Ace 3 (Jan 4). We also discuss micro 4/3 sensors on phones, Nothing's Phone 2a, a pause in the Apple Watch ban, Xiaomi's SU7 EV, and more. Happy new year :) Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: http...
Jan 01, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 355
Join me for episode 354 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Ben Bajarin of Creative Strategies -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In today's episode, we share our top 5 phones of 2023, and discuss the Apple Watch Ban, Intel's latest Core Ultra chip, and Nubia's new Z60 Ultra flagship. We then cover news, leaks, and rumors from Samsung, Oppo, Redmagic, Nothing, the SAE, and Volkswagen... Happy holidays! Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / bu...
Dec 25, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 354
Welcome to episode 353 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Andrea Smith of CNN Underscored -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In this week's show we discuss the ongoing Beeper / iMessage saga, Realme's hot new GT5 Pro, and Vivo's X100 series imaging powerhouse. We then cover news, leaks and rumors from Samsung, Moto / Pantone, Oppo, Honor, Tecno, Meizu / Polestar, and Google. Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / buy me a coffee: https://tnkg...
Dec 18, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 353
It's time for episode 352 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest and YouTube creator Quinn Nelson of Snazzy Labs -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In this episode, we share our thoughts on why Tesla's Cybertruck is a tech game changer. We then chat about Beeper Mini, which brings iMessage support to Android, and about the OnePlus 12, which was just launched in China. Enjoy :) Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / buy me a coffee: https://tnkgrl...
Dec 10, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 352
Tune into episode 351 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Miles Franklin of Miles Above Tech -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In this week's episode, we discuss the dominance of the iPhone among North American teenagers, and what it means for the future of Android. We then cover the latest OnePlus 12 teaser, plus news, leaks, and rumors from Realme, Oppo, IQOO, Redmi, and Xiaomi. Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / buy me a coffee: https:...
Dec 04, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 351
This is episode 350 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Basil Kronfli of TechEdit -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In today's show, we review Xiaomi's Leica-branded 13T series and discuss the RedMagic 9 Pro/Pro+, Honor 100 series, and upcoming Redmi K70 series. We also cover news from Qualcomm, MediaTek, OnePlus, and Huawei... Good times! Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / buy me a coffee: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/ - Support the podcast...
Nov 27, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 350
Join me for episode 349 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Finbarr Moynihan (MediaTek), plus Nick Gray (Phandroid), Michael Fisher (Mr. Mobile), Shannon Morse (Morse Code), and Christian de Looper (BGR, Digital Trends) -- brought to you by MediaTek . This episode comes in two parts. First, we recap the MediaTek Summit and dive into current SoC trends showcased by MediaTek's Dimensity 9300. Second (14:56), we share our thoughts on Humane's AI Pin, Nothing enabling iMessage support, Apple adop...
Nov 19, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 349
Welcome to episode 348 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Derrek Lee of Android Central -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In today's show we review Apple's MacBook Pro M3 and iMac M3, then discuss the latest leaks and rumors about the Samsung Galaxy S24 series and Realme GT5 Pro. We also cover MediaTek's powerful new Dimensity 9300 and Xiaomi's super affordable Poco C65. Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / buy me a coffee: https://tnkgrl....
Nov 13, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 348
Tune into episode 347 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Adrian Mikolajczak and Kim Lee (Infineon), plus Sean Kinney (RCR Wireless) -- brought to you by Infineon . This week's episode comes in two parts. First, we explore some of the tech showcased during Infineon's OktoberTech Silicon Valley 2023. Second (19:15), we recap everything that was announced at Apple's "Scary Fast" event, including the iMac M3 and MacBook Pro M3. Finally, we share our first impressions on the Xiaomi 14 Pro, and wa...
Nov 06, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 347
It's time for episode 346 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Adrian Mikolajczak and Kim Lee (Infineon), plus Michael Fisher (Mr. Mobile), Rich Woods (XDA Developers), Nick Gray (Phandroid), Christian de Looper (BGR, Digital Trends), and a cameo by Adam Doud (SlashGear) -- brought to you by Infineon . This episode comes in two parts. First, we revisit decarbonization and digitalization as showcased during Infineon's OktoberTech Silicon Valley 2023. Second (16:55), join us poolside as we recap...
Oct 30, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 346
Join me for episode 345 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Nirave Gondhia of Mint Insights -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In this week's show, we share our in-depth review of the excellent OnePlus Open, and our first impressions of the Oppo Find N3. We also discuss the latest news, and leaks about Xiaomi's 14 series, and cover some Apple news and rumors. Enjoy :) Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / buy me a coffee: https://tnkgrl.com/t...
Oct 23, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 345
This is episode 344 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Enrique Villacrez of the Cyber Nut podcast -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In today's episode, we review Oppo's Find N3 Flip and Google's Pixel 8 series. We then discuss the Moto Razr (2023) which is now for sale, and the brand new Moto Edge (2023). Finally, we cover news, leaks, and rumors from OnePlus, Oppo, Xiaomi, and Qualcomm. Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / buy me a coffee...
Oct 15, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 344
It's time for episode 343 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Ron Richards of Android Faithful -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In this episode, we recap the Google event and share our first impressions on the Pixel 8 series and the Pixel Watch 2. We also discuss Samsung's new Galaxy FE devices and cover the latest leaks, rumors, and teasers from Samsung and OnePlus... Fun! Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / buy me a coffee: https://tnkg...
Oct 09, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 343
Welcome to episode 342 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Matt Swider of The Shortcut -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In today's show we discuss how Apple's iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max are reshaping mobile gaming, recap last week's Microsoft event, and share our thoughts on the Meta Quest 3. We also cover Xiaomi's new 13T and 13T Pro, Tecno's Phantom V Flip, and more. Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / buy me a coffee: https://tnkgrl.com...
Oct 02, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 342
Tune into episode 341 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Steve Cistulli (Apostrophy) and Rich DeMuro (KTLA) -- brought to you by Apostrophy . This week's show comes in two parts. First, we explore Apostrophy's security- and privacy-focused mobility platform. Second (15:17), we recap the Amazon event and review Apple's iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, and 15 Pro Max. Finally, we talk about an intriguing Samsung rumor. Enjoy :) Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com...
Sep 25, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 341
This is episode 340 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Shannon Browning (FirstNet) and Rebecca Isaacs (Forbes) -- brought to you by AT&T . This episode comes in two parts. First, we explore some of the cool tech behind FirstNet, built with AT&T. Second (18:40), we recap Apple's "Wonderlust" event and share our first impressions on the iPhone 15 series and updated Apple watches. Finally, we dive into some folding phone news from Honor and Tecno... Good times! Episode Links - Support t...
Sep 18, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 340
Join me for episode 339 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Steve Litchfield of Phones Show Chat -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In today's show, we focus (ha!) on mobile photography by reviewing Sony's Xperia 1 V and sharing our thoughts on 1-inch sensors in phones. We then discuss the latest iPhone and Pixel leaks, and cover new phones from Realme and Infinix, plus the latest news... Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / buy me a coffee:...
Sep 10, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 339
It's time for episode 338 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests David Ruddock (formerly Android Police) and Nick Gray (Phandroid) -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In this week's show, we recap IFA 2023, including the global Honor Magic V2, Honor V Purse concept, and sustainable Fairphone 5. We also discuss the freshly minted Oppo Find N3 Flip, Sony Xperia 5 V, and Huawei Mate 60 Pro, then cover exciting news from Google and Apple. Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.pa...
Sep 03, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 338
Tune into episode 337 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest and YouTube creator TK Bay -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In this episode, we review the OnePlus Nord 3, and discuss the BBK Group trifecta with an Oppo Find N3 rumor, a Realme GT 5 teaser, and a Vivo X100 Pro+ leak. We then cover news, leaks and rumors from Samsung, Apple, Infinix, Asus, and Sony... Good times! Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / buy me a coffee: https://tnkgrl....
Aug 28, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 337
Welcome to episode 336 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Oliver Merlin (IFA) and Anshel Sag (Moor Insights & Strategy) -- brought to you by IFA . This week's show comes in two parts. First, we explore how IFA is transforming trade shows, and what to expect in 2023. Second (16:02), we discuss the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3, Redmi K60 Ultra, and OnePlus Ace 2 Pro. Finally, we cover news, leaks, and rumors from Oppo, Honor, Samsung, and Google. Enjoy :) Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreo...
Aug 20, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 336
This is episode 335 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Nick Gray of Phandroid -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In today's show, we dive into the Galaxy Z Flip5 and Z Fold5 cameras, and discuss the latest Apple iPhone 15 rumors and OnePlus Open leaks. We then cover news from XIaomi, Honor, Nothing, and RedMagic. Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / buy me a coffee: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/ - Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://...
Aug 14, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 335
It's time for episode 334 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Christian de Looper of BGR and Digital Trends -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In this episode, we dive into a bunch of leaks and rumors, including a OnePlus "Open" update, OnePlus 12 details, Google Pixel 8 Pro specs, and Realme GT5 cameras. We then cover new phones from Vivo, Tecno, and Infinix. Finally we discuss Sony's new WF-1000XM5 earbuds and the craziest EVs we've driven... Fun! Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patre...
Aug 07, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 334
Join me for episode 333 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Rich Woods of XDA Developers -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . Today's show is all about the devices Samsung announced the Unpacked event in Korea -- the Galaxy Z Flip5, Z Fold5, Watch 6 series, and Tab S9 series. We share our first impressions and debate what the company got right with these products, and where it fell short. Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / buy me a coffee: h...
Jul 30, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 333
Welcome to episode 332 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Carolina Milanesi of Creative Strategies -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . This week's episode is all about leaks and rumors. We discuss Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event and OnePlus' long awaited "Open" foldable, then cover news from Nothing, Huawei, and RedMagic. Enjoy :) Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / buy me a coffee: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/ - Support the podcast ...
Jul 23, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 332
Tune into episode 331 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Ephrem Chemaly and Finbarr Moynihan (MediaTek), plus Daniel Bader (Android Police) -- brought to you by MediaTek . This episode comes in two parts. First, we explore MediaTek Dimensity Auto and the company's partnership with NVIDIA. Second (18:53), we review the Nothing Phone (2) and discuss the Honor Magic V2. Finally, we cover news, leaks, and rumors from OnePlus, Samsung, Apple, Google, and MediaTek. Episode Links - Support the podc...
Jul 17, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 331
It's time for episode 330 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest and YouTube creator M. Brandon Lee of This is Tech Today -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In today's episode, we share our thoughts on Meta's new Threads app, and discuss the Asus Zenfone 10, RedMagic 8S Pro, OnePlus Nord 3, and Honor 90. We then cover news from Nothing and Samsung, and review the $60k Sennheiser HE-1. Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate: https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgr...
Jul 10, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 330