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tnkgrl’s Mobile Tech Podcast is the place to hear the lowdown on the nitty gritty details of what’s happening the world of mobile technology – especially smartphones, personal gadgets and even car tech. tnkgrl (Myriam Joire) has been covering tech for over a decade and was previously Engadget’s Senior Mobile Editor, host of the Engadget Mobile Podcast, and co-host of TWiT’s All About Android.

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August 23, 20261 hr 14 min

Google Pixel 11 series and Pixel Watch 5 review, Fairphone 6+, CMF Buds Neo, and more with David Cogen of TheUnlockr

It's time for episode 493 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest David Cogen of TheUnlockr -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In today's show, we review Google's new Pixel 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro XL, and 11 Pro Fold, plus Google's Pixel Watch 5. We then discuss the Fairphone 6+ and CMF Buds Neo, and cover news, rumors, and leaks from Google, Samsung, and Qualcomm. Also in this episode: stupid pigeons! Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/ - Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech - David Cogen: https://www.threads.com/@theunlockr - My Google Pixel 11 series review: https://hothardware.com/reviews/google-pixel-11-series-review-tensor-g6-hilight-cameras-prices - Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold review: https://www.theverge.com/tech/981956/google-pixel-11-pro-fold-review - Google Pixel Watch 5 review: https://www.theverge.com/tech/981957/google-pixel-watch-5-review-wearables-smartwatch - GoogleBooks are coming Sept 15: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_will_announce_the_new_googlebooks_and_accompanying_os_on_september_15-news-74240.php - David's Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 real-world test: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RpNpAWle2EQ - Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is coming Aug 27: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_sets_the_date_for_the_galaxy_s26_fe_unveiling__its_coming_next_week-news-74245.php - Fairphone 6+: https://www.gsmarena.com/fairphone_6_is_now_official_and_coming_to_the_us-news-74226.php - CMF Buds Neo: https://www.gsmarena.com/cmf_buds_neo_goes_official_with_anc_and_up_to_52_hour_total_battery_life-news-74263.php - Qualcomm teases two Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chips: https://www.gsmarena.com/qualcomms_new_teaser_confirms_that_two_snapdragon_8_elite_gen_6_socs_are_coming-news-74252.php - Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 V Series: https://www.androidauthority.com/redmi-k100-pro-qualcomm-snapdragon-8-elite-gen-5v-chip-3694293/ Affiliate Links (If you use these links to buy something, we might earn a commission) - Google Pixel 11: https://amzn.to/4fXhJp6 - Google Pixel 11 Pro XL: https://amzn.to/4ccXbH1 - Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold: https://amzn.to/4qncJO4 - Fairphone 6+: https://amzn.to/3SSspMS - CMF Clip Pro: https://amzn.to/4wkxCuH

August 16, 20261 hr 13 min

Google Pixel 11 series and Pixel Watch 5 first impressions, Honor Robot Phone, and more with YouTube creator Jaime Rivera

Join me for episode 492 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest and YouTube creator Jaime Rivera -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In this episode, we dive into the details and share our first impressions of Google's fresh new Pixel 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro XL, and 11 Pro Fold, alongside Google's Pixel Watch 5. We then share our thoughts on Honor's super cool Robot Phone, which is finally available in China. Enjoy :) Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/ - Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech - Jaime Rivera: https://www.threads.com/@jaimerivera - Jaime's Google Pixel 11 series hands-on video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zzT6DzSkRJQ - Google Pixel 11 Pro series: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_unveils_the_pixel_11_pro_and_11_pro_xl_the_new_pixel_11_pro_fold_joins_them-news-74139.php - Google Pixel 11: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_google_pixel_11_arrives_with_tensor_g6_and_faster_charging-news-74137.php - Google Pixel 11 series uses MediaTek M90 5G modem: https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/google-pixel/the-pixel-11-series-is-here-but-google-saved-the-big-upgrades-for-the-pro-models - Google Pixel Watch 5: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_watch_5_is_official_with_gemini_intelligence_improved_health_tracking-news-74140.php - My Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Z Fold8 Ultra review: https://hothardware.com/reviews/samsung-galaxy-z-fold8-and-z-fold8-ultra-review-wide-is-the-way - Honor Robot Phone hands-on: https://www.theverge.com/gadgets/978314/honor-robot-phone-hands-on-impressions-test-gimbal-camera Affiliate Links (If you use these links to buy something, we might earn a commission) - Google Pixel 11: https://amzn.to/4fXhJp6 - Google Pixel 11 Pro XL: https://amzn.to/4ccXbH1 - Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold: https://amzn.to/4qncJO4 - Google Pixel Watch 5: https://amzn.to/4gjAXnS - Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: https://amzn.to/4ghuERI

August 9, 20261 hr 11 min

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Watch Ultra2 review, XREAL xbx A01+ review, Clicks Power Keyboard and CMF Clip Pro first impressions, OnePlus N6x, and more with Rich DeMuro of Rich on Tech

This is episode 491 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Rich DeMuro of Rich on Tech -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In this week's show, we review Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Watch Ultra2, plus XREAL's xbx A01+ glasses. We also share our first impressions of Clicks' Power Keyboard, CMF's Clip Pro earbuds, and EZQuest's Pro Series 8-in-1 hub, then cover news, leaks, and rumors from Apple, Google, Redmi, OnePlus, and Aptera. Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/ - Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech - Rich Demuro: https://www.threads.com/@richontech - Rich's Samsung Unpacked recap: https://richontech.tv/p/foldable-phones-still-have-one-big - Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra review: https://www.engadget.com/2228942/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-8-ultra-review/ - Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2 review: https://www.techradar.com/health-fitness/smartwatches/samsung-galaxy-watch-ultra-2-review - XREAL xbx A01+ glasses review: https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/xreal-ao1-plus-budget-display-glasses-hands-on-commentary/ - CMF Clip Pro earbuds: https://www.theverge.com/gadgets/974933/nothing-cmf-clip-pro-open-ear-buds-price-launch - Clicks Power Keyboard: https://www.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/reviews/clicks-power-keyboard - EZQuest Pro Series 8-in-1 hub: https://www.macworld.com/article/3140947/ezquest-usb-4-dual-display-8-in-1-hub-pro-series-review-two-displays-no-software-required.html - Apple iPhone Air 2 rumors: https://www.gsmarena.com/iphone_air_2s_upgrades_detailed_in_a_new_research_note-news-73969.php - Google Pixel 11 Pro XL renders leak: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_11_pro_xl_stars_in_some_new_leaked_renders-news-74001.php - Google Pixel 11 renders leak: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_11_leaks_in_some_fresh_new_renders_too-news-73963.php - Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold renders leak: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_google_pixel_11_pro_fold_renders_leak-news-73945.php - Redmi K100 Pro with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 V chip coming Aug 11: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_k100_pro_to_use_a_snapdragon_8_elite_gen_5_v_soc_design_and_key_specs_revealed-news-73993.php - OnePlus N6x: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_n6x_debuts_with_a_dimensity_6360_apex_chipset_a_7000mah_battery-news-73950.php - Rich's Aptera first impressions: https://richontech.tv/p/i-took-a-ride-in-a-car-powered-by Affiliate Links (If you use these links to buy something, we might earn a commission) - Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra: https://amzn.to/4wnFRqt - Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2: https://amzn.to/4pKqKVN - XREAL xbx A01+: https://amzn.to/4fMehxs - CMF Clip Pro: https://amzn.to/4wkxCuH - EZQuest Pro Series 8-in-1: https://amzn.to/4xAVlb7

August 2, 20261 hr 14 min

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 review, Google Pixel 11 series leaks, Apple Upgrade program, Light Flip, US foreign robot ban, and more with Will Sattelberg of 9to5Google

Tune into episode 490 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Will Sattelberg of 9to5Google -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In today's show, we review Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold8 and discuss the latest Google Pixel 11 series leaks. We also share our thoughts on Apple's Upgrade program and the US foreign robot ban, then cover news, leaks, and rumors from Apple, Light, Honor, OnePlus, Nothing, MediaTek, and Qualcomm. Good times! Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/ - Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech - Will Sattelberg: https://www.threads.com/@willsattelberg - Samsung Galaxy Z8 series recap: https://9to5google.com/2026/07/22/heres-everything-new-on-samsungs-galaxy-z-fold-8-series-flip-and-new-galaxy-watch-is-it-enough/ - Ben's Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 review: https://9to5google.com/2026/07/31/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-8-review/ - Dom's Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 review: https://www.theverge.com/tech/972387/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-8-review - Google Pixel 11 Pro teaser: https://9to5google.com/2026/07/29/pixel-11-pro-teaser-2/ - Google Pixel 11 series pricing leak: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_leak_claims_the_pixel_11_and_pixel_11_pro_may_actually_be_cheaper_than_their_predecessors-news-73913.php - Google Pixel 11 series colors leak: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_leaked_renders_reveal_every_color_option_for_the_pixel_11_lineup-news-73839.php - Apple Upgrade program: https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/28/apple-upgrade-leasing-program-debuts-how-it-works/ - Apple Mac roadmap leaks: https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/22/apples-huge-mac-roadmap-revealed-in-new-report/ - Light Flip: https://9to5google.com/2026/07/21/light-flip-minimalist-phone-announcement/ - Light founders interview: https://9to5google.com/2026/07/27/the-sideload-040-finding-digital-peace-with-light-phone/ - Honor Robot Phone camera details, coming Aug 12: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_details_robot_phone_cameras_ahead_of_launch-news-73905.php - OnePlus 16 rumors: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_leak_points_to_october_launch_for_the_oneplus_16-news-73891.php - Nothing downsizing rumors: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_denies_plans_to_exit_12_global_markets_says_its_fake_news-news-73895.php - Nothing Wear OS smartwatch rumors: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothings_first_smartwatch_to_launch_in_september_tipster_claims-news-73901.php - MediaTek Dimensity 9600 rumors: https://www.gsmarena.com/mediateks_appleinspired_dimensity_9600_variants_revealed-news-73893.php - Third Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip rumor: https://www.gsmarena.com/qualcomm_is_allegedly_launching_a_new_snapdragon_8_elite_gen_5_soc_this_year-news-73846.php - US bans foreign robots: https://9to5google.com/2026/07/29/robot-vacuum-us-government-ban/ Affiliate Links (If you use these links to buy something, we might earn a commission) - Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra: https://amzn.to/4wnFRqt - Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: https://amzn.to/4fTJm2a - Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8: https://amzn.to/4fUqhwS - Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2: https://amzn.to/4pKqKVN - Samsung Galaxy Watch9: https://amzn.to/45lgppQ

July 26, 20261 hr 20 min

Qualcomm at Galaxy Unpacked, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Z Fold8, Z Flip8, Watch Ultra2, and Watch9 hands-on and first impressions with Chris Patrick and Michael Fisher

Welcome to episode 489 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guests Chris Patrick (Qualcomm) and Michael Fisher (Mr. Mobile) -- brought to you by Qualcomm . This episode comes in two parts. First, we talk about Qualcomm's contribution to the new devices Samsung launched at Galaxy Unpacked, including the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy and the Snapdragon Wear Elite SoCs. Second (18:32), we share our first impressions of Samsung's new folding phones and smartwatches, and dive into the pros and cons of the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Z Fold8, Z Flip8, Watch Ultra2, and Watch9. Enjoy :) Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/ - Qualcomm: https://www.qualcomm.com/ (sponsor) - Qualcomm at Galaxy Unpacked: https://www.qualcomm.com/snapdragon/news/meet-samsung-s-latest-flagship-devices-all-powered-by-snapdragon - Chris Patrick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-patrick-754611b0/ - Michael Fisher: https://www.threads.com/@captain2phones - Michael's Galaxy Z8 series hands-on video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nw5h-Vdeb6o - My Galaxy Z8 series hands-on article: https://hothardware.com/reviews/samsung-galaxy-z8-series-hands-on - My Galaxy Z8 series hands-on video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Z1lKw0EWRg - My silicon-carbon battery article: https://www.tomsguide.com/phones/i-interviewed-honor-and-oneplus-about-their-silicon-carbon-battery-tech-apple-and-google-are-quickly-falling-behind Affiliate Links (If you use these links to buy something, we might earn a commission) - Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra: https://amzn.to/4wnFRqt - Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: https://amzn.to/4fTJm2a - Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8: https://amzn.to/4fUqhwS - Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2: https://amzn.to/4pKqKVN - Samsung Galaxy Watch9: https://amzn.to/45lgppQ

July 19, 20261 hr 12 min

The state of mobile gaming, PlayStation ditches discs, OnePlus shuts down, Moto Edge 70 Max, Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max, Redmi Note 17 series, and more with Carl-Edwin Michel of Radio Canada

Join me for episode 488 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Carl-Edwin Michel of Radio Canada -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In this episode, we discuss the state of mobile games -- from phones to portable consoles to emulation -- and what the disappearance of physical media means for the future of gaming. We also share our thoughts on the end of OnePlus in Europe and North America, and cover rumors, leaks, and news from Samsung, Google, Moto, Huawei, Redmi, Honor, and Hisense. Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/ - Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech - Carl-Edwin Michel: https://www.threads.com/@carl_edwin - My MacBook Neo review: https://hothardware.com/reviews/apple-macbook-neo-review - PlayStation drops discs: https://hothardware.com/news/playstation-digital-only-sony-confirms-no-more-game-discs - Putting Steam games on cartridges: https://www.tomshardware.com/video-games/pc-gaming/pc-gamer-turns-steam-games-into-cartridges-with-ingenious-2-5-inch-ssd-system-games-are-stored-on-128gb-drives-alongside-a-script-to-auto-start-the-title-once-plugged-in - My RedMagic 11 Pro review: https://hothardware.com/reviews/redmagic-11-pro-review - OnePlus shuts down: https://9to5google.com/2026/07/13/oneplus-us-europe-shut-down-report/ - Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 creaseless display rumor: https://www.gsmarena.com/leaked_video_shows_off_samsung_galaxy_z_fold8_ultras_creaseless_display-news-73689.php - Samsung teases titanium hinge tech: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_introduces_flex_titanium_a_key_innovation_for_its_nextgen_foldables-news-73709.php - Google Pixel 11 2nm chip rumor: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_11_devices_to_have_the_first_2nm_smartphone_soc_new_modem-news-73693.php - Moto Edge 70 Max with Qi2 magnets: https://www.theverge.com/tech/965884/motorola-edge-70-max-qi2-wireless-price-availability - Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_pura_90s_pro_max_goes_global_with_200mp_tele_cam_pura_90s_pro_also_unveiled-news-73694.php - Ben's Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LC8ED877CWE - Redmi Note 17 series: https://www.gsmarena.com/7_redmi_note_17_unveiled_with_8000mah_battery_17_pro_joins_it_with_a_9000mah_battery-news-73716.php - Honor Robot Phone specs leak: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_robot_phones_key_specifications_leak-news-73710.php - Hisense A10 e-ink phone with detachable LCD: https://www.gsmarena.com/hisense_unveils_an_android_16_phone_with_an_eink_display_and_a_detachable_lcd_the_hisense_a10-news-73718.php Affiliate Links (If you use these links to buy something, we might earn a commission) - ASUS ROG Xbox-Ally: https://amzn.to/4pwhC6X - RedMagic 11S Pro: https://amzn.to/4fqc9du - Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7: https://amzn.to/3Ri4GoM - Google Pixel 10a: https://amzn.to/4bkei98 - Moto Razr Ultra 2025: https://amzn.to/4wz2iJ6

July 12, 20261 hr 8 min

Nothing Ear (3a) and Phone (4b) unboxing, Samsung Galaxy Unpacked predictions, MacBook Neo review, OnePlus N6, Redmi K90 Ultra, and more with Nirave Gondhia of House of Tech

It's time for episode 487 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Nirave Gondhia of House of Tech -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In today's show, we unbox and check out Nothing's Ear (3a) and Phone (4b), share our predictions for Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event, review Apple's MacBook Neo, and lament the slow demise of OnePlus. We then discuss new phones from OnePlus and Redmi, and cover news, leaks and rumors from Samsung, Google, Apple, Qualcomm, Moto, and Huawei... Phew! Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/ - Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech - Nirave Gondhia: https://www.threads.net/@niraveg - Nothing Phone (4b): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DUgPFNRmsCQ - Nothing Ear (3a): https://gizmodo.com/nothing-ear-3a-review-still-nothings-value-king-2000782330 - Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event is July 22: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_confirms_galaxy_unpacked_event_for_july_22_wide_foldable_expected-news-73621.php - Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip8 might be its last: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_might_discontinue_its_galaxy_z_flip_lineup_after_the_flip8-news-73647.php - Made by Google's Pixel event is Aug 12: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_officially_reveals_when_its_launching_the_pixel_11_series-news-73620.php - Apple's iPhone event likely on Sep 8: https://www.gsmarena.com/iphone_18_pro_series_foldable_iphone_likely_to_debut_on_september_8-news-73483.php - My Apple MacBook Neo review: https://hothardware.com/reviews/apple-macbook-neo-review - Apple's MacBook Neo now available refurbished: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_starts_selling_refurbished_macbook_neo_bringing_the_price_down_to_its_prehike_level-news-73474.php - Qualcomm's Snapdragon Summit is Sep 22-24: https://www.gsmarena.com/qualcomm_snapdragon_summit_2026_date-news-73500.php - OnePlus now pushing Oppo devices : https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_is_now_selling_oppo_smartphones_tablets_watches_and_earbuds-news-73532.php - OxygenOS and Realme UI to be merged into ColorOS: https://www.gsmarena.com/insider_claims_that_oxygenos_and_realme_ui_will_be_merged_into_coloros-news-73568.php - OnePlus N6: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_n6_arrives_with_8000mah_battery_and_dimensity_6360_max-news-73502.php - Redmi K90 Ultra: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_k90_ultra_is_here_with_the_snapdragon_8_elite_and_a_massive_builtin_active_cooling_fan-news-73509.php - Moto teases Edge 70 Max with Qi2 magnets: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_starts_teasing_the_edge_70_max_with_magnetic_wireless_charging-news-73607.php - Huawei teases Pura 90 with gradient colors, coming Jul 14: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_pura_90_pro_max_unveiled_with_200mp_4x_telephoto_pura_90_pro_tags_along-news-72452.php Affiliate Links (If you use these links to buy something, we might earn a commission) - Nothing Ear (3a): https://amzn.to/4vpo4Om - Nothing Phone (4a) Pro: https://amzn.to/41MdvZx - Nothing Heaphone (a): https://amzn.to/4fhzXjH - Moto Razr Ultra 2025: https://amzn.to/4wz2iJ6 - Google Pixel 10a: https://amzn.to/4bkei98

July 5, 20261 hr 9 min

Retrospective: the most important cameraphones and smartphones of the past 25 years with YouTube creator Steve Litchfield

This is episode 486 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest and YouTube creator Steve Litchfield -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In this week's show, we go down memory lane and dive into the most important cameraphones and smartphones launched in the past 25 years. Fun! Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/ - Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech - Steve Litchfield: https://twitter.com/stevelitchfield - Steve's most influential smartphones video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_aWFpXkHo5E - Steve's mobile OS timeline: https://stevelitchfield.com/photos/SmartphonePlatforms2.jpg Affiliate Links (If you use these links to buy something, we might earn a commission) - Pixel 10 Pro XL: https://amzn.to/4f3I6bi - Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: https://amzn.to/4btYeBJ - Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max: https://amzn.to/4ax7K6U - OnePlus 15: https://amzn.to/4aN7Doq - Xiaomi 17 Ultra: https://amzn.to/4p9EKbs

June 28, 20261 hr 7 min

Meta Glasses, Xreal 1S review, Google Fitbit Air review, Sony Xperia 1 VIII impressions, Nothing Phone (4b) teaser, and more with YouTube creator Joshua Vergara

Tune into episode 485 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest and YouTube creator Joshua Vergara -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In this episode, we discuss the new Meta Glasses, review the Xreal 1S and Google Fitbit Air, and share our thoughts on the Sony Xperia 1 VIII and Apple's price hike. We then cover rumors, leaks, and news from Nothing, Oppo, Tecno, and Honor. Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/ - Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech - Joshua Vergara: https://www.threads.com/@jvtechtea - Meta Glasses: https://www.theverge.com/tech/954052/meta-glasses-hands-on-kylie-jenner-smart-glasses-price-battery-privacy - JV's Xreal 1S review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oes5DCxlF1s - Google Fitbit Air review: https://www.theverge.com/tech/954768/google-fitbit-air-review-fitness-tracker-wearable-ai-health-coach - Sony Xperia 1 VIII review: https://www.theverge.com/tech/952245/sony-xperia-1-viii-review - Apple raises prices: https://www.gsmarena.com/apples_grand_price_hike_is_here_-news-73450.php - Nothing cancels CMF Phone 3 Pro: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_cancels_the_cmf_phone_3_pro_and_you_can_probably_guess_why-news-73356.php - Nothing Phone (4b) design teased: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_phone_4b_design_officially_revealed_to_offer_dualrear_cameras-news-73429.php - Oppo Reno 16 series now global: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_reno16_and_16_pro_arrive_globally_with_altered_specs_-news-73433.php - Tecno Camon Slim: https://www.gsmarena.com/tecno_introduces_pretty_camon_slim_with_639mm_profile_-news-73384.php - Honor working on a 14,000mAh phone: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_said_to_be_developing_a_phone_with_a_massive_14000mah_battery-news-73415.php Affiliate Links (If you use these links to buy something, we might earn a commission) - Meta Glasses (Adventurer): https://amzn.to/4eN3Sjn - XREAL 1S: https://amzn.to/3Yvl5pT - Google Fitbit Air: https://amzn.to/43d7Pbx - Sony Xperia 1 VII: https://amzn.to/4xZFJPw - Nothing Phone (4a) Pro: https://amzn.to/4vDdCnF

June 21, 20261 hr 8 min

Moto Edge 2026 review, Xiaomi 17T Pro review, Snap Specs AR glasses, Xreal Aura Android XR glasses, Commodore phone, and more with Eric Zeman of PCMag

Welcome to episode 484 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guest Eric Zeman of PCMag -- brought to you by Mint Mobile . In today's show, we review the Moto Edge 2026 and Xiaomi 17T Pro, then discuss Snap's Specs AR glasses and Xreal's Aura Android XR glasses. We also cover news, leaks, and rumors from Google, OnePlus, Lenovo, and Sharp, plus Commodore's odd minimalist flip phone. Enjoy :) Episode Links - Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tnkgrl - Donate / buy me a coffee (PayPal): https://tnkgrl.com/tnkgrl/ - Support the podcast with Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/mobiletech - Eric Zeman: https://www.threads.com/@ericmzeman - Moto Edge 2026 review: https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/motorola-edge-2026 - Xiaomi 17T Pro review: https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/xiaomi/xiaomi-17t-pro-review - Snap AR glasses: https://www.pcmag.com/news/snap-reveals-2195-specs-augmented-reality-glasses-would-you-wear-them - Xreal Aura Android XR glasses with Snapdragon Reality Elite: https://www.gsmarena.com/xreal_aura_glasses_unveiled_with_android_xr_and_the_new_snapdragon_reality_elite-news-73315.php - Android 17 is rolling out: https://www.gsmarena.com/android_17_stable_update_is_rolling_out_to_pixel_phones-news-73308.php - OnePlus N series coming to India June 30: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_first_n_series_phone_will_be_unveiled_on_june_30-news-73272.php - Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2: https://www.gsmarena.com/lenovo_tab_plus_gen_2_launches_with_9_jbl_speakers_and_a_121_lcd_with_dolby_vision-news-73297.php - Sharp Aquos R11: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_new_sharp_aquos_r11_gains_a_385mp_tele_camera_snapdragon_8s_gen_4_chipset-news-73291.php - Commodore phone: https://www.pcmag.com/news/commodores-next-launch-is-a-flip-phone-aimed-at-getting-you-off-social Affiliate Links (If you use these links to buy something, we might earn a commission) - Moto Edge 2025: https://amzn.to/4oKE8J1 - Google Pixel 10a: https://amzn.to/4w7u7rY - OnePlus 15R: https://amzn.to/4vl7UX9 - Xiaomi 17T Pro: https://amzn.to/4eVLC8z - Poco F8 Ultra: https://amzn.to/4gxXhvt