Phancast - Android News

We are joined by Tony Hannides this week to recap all the news from Motorola, OnePlus, Apple, and much more! Top Stories Moto Z and Moto Z Force with Moto Mods Phab 2 Pro iOS 10 and Watch OS 3 announced OnePlus 3 launches Quick Hits Android N DP4 rolling out Pokemon Go will be available in July AT&T brings Wifi calling to Android Project Fi to include US Cellular #throwbackthursday: Task killers Wins/Fails Tony: Apple Lets You Remove "Stock" Apps from Homescreen/It doesn't remove it memory Joe: / Moto Z kills 3.5mm headphone jack + Domino's fails at one job App Picks Tony: VISR Joe: Flamingo

This week we're talking about the story that comes around every year: Google is taking more control over the Nexus line. Is it for real this time? We're also talking about the OnePlus 3, iPhone 7 and no headphone jack, Snapchat confusion, and more! Top Stories Google says they'll be 'more opinionated' with Nexus hardware (again) Quick Hits OnePlus 3 to launch without invite system Renders of Lightening-to-headphone adapters leak Phonebloks founder takes issue with where Project Ara is heading More people use Snapchat than Twitter ASUS Zenfone 3 announced Wins/Fails Joe: U of M ForcePhone tech / Kickstarter launch windows suck Chris: 72 new emoji have been finalized / HTC 10 battery life is terrible Ashley: Xiaomi MiBand 2 announced App Picks Joe: Big Hunter Chris: Samsung Good Lock (updates) Ashley: Templar Battleforce RPG Demo

The big stories this week revolve around modular phones. Moto's "Mods" have leaked in press renders, and Project Ara is still very alive. More alive than we hoped. Other topics include the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 (yes 7), new Pebble watches, and more! Top Stories Moto Z to replace Moto X, mods leak Project Ara not dead Quick Hits Pebble 2 and Time 2 announced Google could release list of best and worst OEMs Samsung to skip Note 6 and go to Note 7 Galaxy S7 Active to have 4,000mAh battery Samsung shows off flexible display Chromebook sales overtake Mac Microsoft guts phone business and lays off hundreds Wins/Fails Joe: YouTube Red deal+good samaritan / Facebook is forcing trending on me Chris: Android N's hidden DPI setting / HTC 10 camera performance (auto-focus) App Picks Joe: Third Eye Chris: USB Check

This week is ALL about Google I/O! We're talking about Google Home, Google Assistant, the two confusing messaging apps (Allo and Duo), Android N updates, and much more! Wins/Fails Joe: I played with Oculus Rift / IO is still slightly scary Chris: Android Auto will work without connecting to car / I/O's outdoor venue is a bust Ashley: Moto 360 vs Fitbit comparison App Picks Joe: Poncho Chris: Google Keyboard from Android N Ashley: Curiosity

This week we're talking about the rumored Moto X 2016. Apparently Motorola is going to take a shot at a modular phone. We're also talking about Google's Amazon Echo competitor, OnePlus' HTC clone, and much more! Top Stories Moto X 2016 leak (modular, super thin, 2 different models) Quick Hits 3D Touch won't arrive in the first Android N, but in an update soon after Google working on an Amazon Echo competitor (codenamed Chirp) Google's standalone VR headset is called "Android VR" OnePlus 3 looks like an HTC WhatsApp releases a desktop application for Windows and Mac YouTube messenger is rolling out for some Still have $5 promo codes for reversible micro USB cables Wins/Fails Joe: Pebble adds health data to app / Instagram's new look Chris: HTC 10 camera update / Google paying $20 per hour to test Self-Driving Cars Ashley: Fitbit is falling apart / Moto 360 is much nicer App Picks Joe: 99 Rockets Chris: Gboard (Google Keyboard for iOS) Ashley: Feel the Wear Emails & Tweets: (podcast [at] phandroid [dot] com

This week we'll be wrapping up our thoughts on the HTC 10! Is it the new phone to beat? We're also talking about Google's new hardware leader, rumored TV service from YouTube, foldable phones, and much more! Top Stories Quick HTC 10 review recap (shipping now) Quick Hits Rick Osterloh leading Google hardware YouTube working on a live TV service PieMessage brings iMessage to Android Samsung could launch foldable phone in 2017 Nextbit Robin is $299 for a week Samsung Galaxy C5 is an HTC clone Wins/Fails Joe: New tech turns your skin into a touch screen for your smartwatch / Power Rangers movie Chris: Google self-driving car in GTA V / Galaxy S7 lens cover Ashley: Tunisia mobile developer offers real-life cow as prize / My roommate's niece told me my phone "grew up." App Picks Joe: SoundSeeder Chris: Google Keyboard (update) Ashley: Punch Club Sale

We're back to talk more about the HTC 10, two rumored HTC Nexus devices, poor LG G5 sales, and expensive watch bands from Google. We also discuss Nintendo's mobile plans, Google Play for Chrome OS, and Chris has something he doesn't want to talk about. Follow us: @mobileroarcast, @tallshmo, @gamercore, @overlordror

We have a lot to talk about in this week's episode. Joe has both the LG G5 and HTC 10. He gives his final thoughts on the G5 and his first impressions of the HTC 10. We also talk about the new update to Android N, texting-friendly movie theaters, and much more. At the end of show, we share our wins and fails of the week and recommend some apps. Thanks for listening! Follow Us: @mobileroarcast, @tallshmo, @gamercore, @overlordror

In this episode we're talking about the death of Windows Phone. For real this time. We're also talking about Samsung Good Lock, the huge Snapchat update, Sprint's bad Amazon Prime deal, and much more!

Apple has a new iPhone, and it's very small. For some reason Chris is in love with the new iPhone SE. We can't understand why. We're also talking about the upcoming HTC 10 event, pricing for the LG G5's accessories, and a bunch of new Google projects. Thanks for listening!

We've got a lot to talk about this week. Android N has been released as a developer preview. We talk about all the new features and why Chris doesn't like it. We also wrap up our thoughts on the Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge (and why Chris doesn't like it). Other topics this week include the HTC M10, OnePlus on House of Cards, LG G5 launch, and a Galaxy S7 Mini.

We're back from MWC to talk about the new flagship phones for 2016. Chris shares his thoughts on the new LG G5, Samsung Galaxy S7, and some of the other devices you might have missed. We also talk about all the big changes in Android N. Thanks for listening!

Apple and Google have teamed up against the FBI to protect our privacy. What does this mean for the future, and do we agree with them? We're also talking about whether the Samsung Galaxy S7 will be waterproof, and is the LG G5 ugly? Other topics include new Twitter features, and Kanye being Kanye.

We've got the Moto 360 Sport in the house this week. Joe runs over the features and tells you if it's worth your time. He also goes over some of the new features in Marshmallow for Android Wear. Other topics this week include more Samsung Galaxy S7, HTC One M10, and LG G5 leaks, self-driving delivery trucks, Verizon's blatant net neutrality violation, and more!

Topics this week include Joe's Huawei Mate 8 review, Marshmallow for Android Wear, wacky waving inflatable arm flailing tube men, Google being more valuable than Apple the death of Windows Phone, and much more! Thanks for listening!

Google Glass is officially, officially dead. Maybe. All of the social accounts for Google Glass have been erased. What does this mean? We also talk about the rumors for this year's major flagship devices: HTC One M10, Samsung Galaxy S7, LG G5, and the iPhone 7. Other topics include new Hangouts features, Nexus discounts, and Kanye West.

We've returned from our Holiday break with a bunch of great mobile news! HTC is rumored to make two Nexus devices, Verizon has a new FreeBee data program, Uber wants to deliver food, and Chris has big news! Thanks for listening!

CES 2016 is officially over, and to wrap things up we've got a special episode of the Mobile Roar Podcast for you. In this episode, we focus on all the phones, gadgets, and random devices we found on the show floor. Some are great, some are terrible, and some are just plain weird. It wasn't a great year for mobile, but that doesn't mean there wasn't a lot to talk about.

This week we're talking about the death of SMS in Hangouts. Is it a big deal? Do you use SMS anymore? We're also talking about a new Hololens demo, the Samsung Galaxy S7's "3D Touch" feature, Android N names, and a little Star Wars. Thanks for listening!

We share our picks for the 2015 Reader's Choice Awards, analyze the new Android emoji way more than we should, and talk about Chris' trip to China. Other topics in this episode include the Google Play Music family plan, HTC doing well again, Apple's ugly battery case, RIP Nexus 6, and much more.