The Bubbling Bubble Bar

Android Faithful

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Meanwhile, in the world of Android, Google I/O is getting closer and it already controversial and new phones hit the market and they're quite cool to look at!

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00:10:31 - NEWS

• The Google I/O schedule of events is out! But looks like Android is getting some advanced attention.
• It's been a while, but we've got updated Android distribution numbers!
• We're excited about Android's bubble bar and more Android 16 goodies
• Google does a little humblebrag that Find My Device network is 4x faster now.
• PATRON PICK: If you're a passenger, Android Auto isn't really all that great

00:47:36 - HARDWARE

• Hands On with the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro and Buds
• A happy update from OnePlus on pricing for the OnePlus Watch 3
• An unhappy update from OnePlus on the availability of the OnePlus 13T
• Look at the awesome colors of the new lineup of Motorola Razrs! We approve!

01:12:24 - APPS

• Goodbye Assistant Driving Mode
• You can finally view PDFs in Chrome for Android. Finally!
• Google Photos will nudge you to make a Highlights video for Mother's Day and then let you share it with a QR Code

01:19:40 - COMMUNITY

• Brad has a POV on HealthConnect
• Mark Zip has had it with Gemini
• Fredrik Seglem shares his Samsung Dex setup

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