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  • A Gemini Vibe Check

    A Gemini Vibe Check
    Apr 10 2026

    Welcome to episode 95 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Damien, Abner, and Will take a deep dive into the world of Gemini, breaking down Google's frequent UI changes, the different ways all three hosts use the service, and how it needs to evolve moving forward. Damien also walks Abner and Will through his experience using Gemini with Android Auto, and how it's more of a mixed bag than you might think.

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    Timecodes
    • 00:00 - Intro and Gemini's UI redesigns
    • 07:40 - How we use Gemini (and how we don't)
    • 26:19 - Gemini for Android Auto
    • 41:47 - Final Gemini thoughts and wrap-up
    Hosts
    • Abner Li
    • Damien Wilde
    • Will Sattelberg
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    • Gemini overlay and Gemini Live start rolling out big Android redesign [Gallery]
    • Gemini for Android Auto is rolling out more widely, but not everyone is happy about it
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      Drop us a line at gtips@9to5g.com, leave a comment on the post, or reach out to our producer. And for even more Android discussion, dive into the official 9to5Google forums!
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      46 m
    • Whoop, There It Is

      Whoop, There It Is
      Apr 2 2026
      Welcome to episode 94 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Damien, Abner, and Will talk all about this week's Pixel 11 leaks, granting everyone an early look at what appears to be a strikingly familiar smartphone launch on deck for later this year. After a brief dip into some Android 17 Beta 3 thoughts, the crew discusses Google's upcoming display-less Fitbit band, clearly designed to take Whoop head-on with the help of Steph Curry. Subscribe YouTube PodcastsPocket CastsSpotifyApple PodcastsOvercast Sponsored by Proton Unlimited: Pixelated listeners can save 30% on an annual subscription to the company's suite of privacy-friendly services by signing up using our link. Thanks to Proton Unlimited for sponsoring the podcast. Timecodes 00:00 - Intro and Pixel 11 leaks20:11 - Android 17 Beta 329:54 - Fitbit's upcoming Whoop competitor Hosts Abner LiDamien WildeWill Sattelberg Read more Google Pixel 11 looks like another minor evolution in leak, slightly thinner [Gallery]Pixel 11 Pro leaks with the all-glass camera bar and thinner body, but same design [Gallery]Here’s everything new in Android 17 Beta 3 [Gallery]Multitasking ‘Bubbles’ now live in Android 17 Beta 3 updateGoogle making screen-less Fitbit band & here’s Steph Curry wearing it Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts The Sideload9to5Mac Happy HourElectrekSpace Explored Feedback? Drop us a line at gtips@9to5g.com, leave a comment on the post, or reach out to our producer. And for even more Android discussion, dive into the official 9to5Google forums!
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      46 m
    • Android, Not Scamdroid

      Android, Not Scamdroid
      Mar 27 2026

      Welcome to episode 93 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Damien, Abner, and Will discuss Google's new "advanced flow" for enabling sideloading on Android, set to launch on all Play-supported devices later this year. It's a change built with security and safety in mind, and your hosts are pretty impressed with how the company has designed this shift. Then they dig into the potential news that OnePlus could be preparing to exit the global market, leaving an enthusiast-shaped hole in its place.

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      Timecodes
      • 00:00 - Intro and Google's sideloading changes
      • 21:16 - OnePlus rumors
      • 41:22 - Wrap-up
      Hosts
      • Abner Li
      • Damien Wilde
      • Will Sattelberg
      Read more
      • This is Android’s new ‘advanced flow’ for sideloading apps without verification, includes one-day waiting period [Gallery]
      • Android isn’t killing sideloading, and Google found a near-perfect compromise
      • Source: OnePlus may shut down in global markets as early as April
      • OnePlus reportedly ending retail efforts in India as global shutdown looms
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      42 m
    • At the Next Denny's, Turn Left

      At the Next Denny's, Turn Left
      Mar 13 2026

      Welcome to episode 92 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Damien and Will break down all of the changes coming to Google Maps, including a fresh 3D look and a Gemini-powered Ask Maps tool. They also break down recent reports that Motorola dominates 50% of the North American foldables market, asking what the brand can do to stay on top, before wrapping up with some kernel changes coming to Android that should make your current phone just a little more efficient.

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      Timecodes
      • 00:00 - Intro and Google Maps changes
      • 23:35 - Motorola foldable marketshare
      • 43:09 - Android's efficiency improvements
      • 48:41 - Wrap-up
      Hosts
      • Will Sattelberg
      • Damien Wilde
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      • ‘Immersive Navigation’ is the biggest Google Maps driving update in a decade
      • Google Maps rolling out conversational ‘Ask Maps’ chat
      • Motorola holds 50% of the US foldable market ahead of Razr Fold launch, IDC says
      • Google is making Android phones faster and improving battery life with this change
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      Drop us a line at gtips@9to5g.com, leave a comment on the post, or reach out to our producer. And for even more Android discussion, dive into the official 9to5Google forums!
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      50 m
    • Android 17, Now With Even More Bubbles

      Android 17, Now With Even More Bubbles
      Mar 6 2026
      Welcome to episode 91 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, with Abner and Damien out at MWC, Will invites Andrew Romero to join him on a whirlwind tour of two new OS upgrades from Google: Android 16 QPR3, and Android 17 Beta 2. The two discuss AI-generated wallpapers, that new Now Playing app, and Android's new bubbles — not to be confused with its own bubbles — while Andrew introduces his SPI: Sandwich Price Index. Subscribe YouTube PodcastsPocket CastsSpotifyApple PodcastsOvercast Sponsored by Proton Unlimited: Pixelated listeners can save 30% on an annual subscription by signing up for Proton Unlimited using this link. Thanks to Proton Unlimited for sponsoring this week's episode. Timecodes 00:00 - Intro and Android 16 QPR303:53 - AI-generated icons13:15 - Now Playing app and flashlight toggle22:05 - Pixel Desktop experience, At a Glance, and Gemini Automation34:18 - Pixel Watch Drop, briefly36:09 - Android 17 Beta 2 and Bubbles43:32 - Beta 2 grab bag50:52 - Wrap-up Hosts Will SattelbergAndrew Romero Read more Android 16 QPR3 rolling out with March 2026 security updateMarch 2026 Feature Drop: Pixel 10 ‘Comfort’ view, custom AI icons, At a Glance ‘My commute,’ & more Pixel Watch Feature Drop: Express Pay, phone reminders, and more Pixel homescreens are getting custom icons, but Google’s keeping them locked to AI Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts The Sideload9to5Mac Happy HourElectrekSpace Explored Feedback? Drop us a line at gtips@9to5g.com, leave a comment on the post, or reach out to our producer. And for even more Android discussion, dive into the official 9to5Google forums!
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      53 m
    • Hey Gemini, Order Me a Pizza

      Hey Gemini, Order Me a Pizza
      Feb 27 2026
      Welcome to episode 90 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Abner, Damien, and Will talk through the launch of the Galaxy S26 series, all of its various Pixel-inspired AI tools, and ask whether it's too boring of an upgrade for Samsung. They also discuss Google's newly-announced agentic features for Android, with support for ordering groceries, deliveries, and more, ahead of next month's release. Subscribe YouTube PodcastsPocket CastsSpotifyApple PodcastsOvercast Sponsored by Proton Unlimited: Pixelated listeners can save 30% on an annual subscription by signing up for Proton Unlimited using this link. Thanks to Proton Unlimited for sponsoring this week's episode. Timecodes 00:00 – Intro01:57 - Galaxy S26 launch18:03 - Samsung's AI features28:40 - Agentic Android40:10 - Final Privacy Display thoughts and wrap-up Hosts Abner LiDamien WildeWill Sattelberg Read more Samsung launches Galaxy S26 series, and higher prices are basically all that’s newGalaxy S26 series hands-on: More of the same, but not in a good way [Video]The Galaxy S26 Ultra is thinner and more rounded than ever, and I love it [Gallery]Samsung is cloning Pixel features for the Galaxy AI suite on S26Galaxy S26 ‘Now Nudge’ is basically Google Pixel’s Magic Cue, but you’re forced to use Samsung KeyboardSamsung says the Galaxy S26 will ‘simplify your day’ through Galaxy AI, but can it?Gemini automation on Pixel 10, S26 can book rides and place orders Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts The Sideload9to5Mac Happy HourElectrekSpace Explored Feedback? Drop us a line at gtips@9to5g.com, leave a comment on the post, or reach out to our producer. And for even more Android discussion, dive into the official 9to5Google forums!
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      43 m
    • Haven't I Seen This Pixel Before?

      Haven't I Seen This Pixel Before?
      Feb 20 2026
      Welcome to episode 89 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Abner, Will, and Ben talk all about the Pixel 10a, a device where the 'a' seems to stand for 'again.' Without much in the way of new features, the trio dive into all of the nuances that make the Pixel 10a stand out from its predecessor, before asking the obvious: is it time for smartphone makers to take longer generational breaks? Plus: We know when Google I/O is happening, and we talk all through how we'll be controlling our Android-powered glasses. Subscribe YouTube PodcastsPocket CastsSpotifyApple PodcastsOvercast Sponsored by Proton Unlimited: Pixelated listeners can save 30% on an annual subscription by signing up for Proton Unlimited using this link. Thanks to Proton Unlimited for sponsoring this week's episode. Timecodes 00:00 – Intro01:35 - Pixel 10a announced17:30 - Should smartphones start seeing longer release cycles?26:50 - How you'll control Android XR glasses39:55 - Google I/O and wrap-up Hosts Abner LiBen SchoonWill Sattelberg Read more Pixel 10a hands-on: Peak design, peaked specsPixel 10a gets boosted trade-in values for iPhones, Pixel 4a and Pixel 6a, GalaxyWhere to pre-order Pixel 10a: $100 gift cards, Pixel Buds 2a, free at carriers, moreHere’s how you’ll control and navigate Android XR glassesGoogle I/O 2026 set for May 19-20 Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts The Sideload9to5Mac Happy HourElectrekSpace Explored Feedback? Drop us a line at gtips@9to5g.com, leave a comment on the post, or reach out to our producer. And for even more Android discussion, dive into the official 9to5Google forums!
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      42 m
    • The Beta That (Almost) Wasn't

      The Beta That (Almost) Wasn't
      Feb 13 2026

      Welcome to episode 88 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Ben Schoon joins Damien and Will to talk through the announcement — and subsequent unannouncement — of Android 17. The group talks through how and why this launch fell apart before discussing exactly what expectations we all should have for Android updates in 2026. Then they turn to Samsung, which just confirmed an Unpacked announcement for late February for a series of phones that has us scratching our heads when it comes to big year-over-year improvements.

      This episode was recorded prior to Android 17's eventual release on Friday afternoon.

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      Timecodes
      • 00:00 – Intro
      • 01:05 - Android 17 Beta 1 delay
      • 14:14 - What we hope for in Android updates
      • 22:52 - Galaxy Unpacked announcement and the S26 trio
      • 46:13 - Wrap-up
      Hosts
      • Ben Schoon
      • Damien Wilde
      • Will Sattelberg
      Read more
      • Google cancels today’s Android 17 Beta 1 release
      • Samsung confirms Galaxy S26 launch on February 25, up to $900 off with reservation
      • Galaxy A17 trades performance for Android updates, and I don’t think it’s worth it
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      48 m