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A Convergence of ChromeOS Questions
Welcome to episode 71 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. Damien and Will dive deep into the world of ChromeOS, reacting to the news out of Snapdragon Summit that Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon has seen Google's Android for PCs replacement and that it's, in his own words, "incredible." What should we expect out of Google's latest laptop venture? Could this be enough to get us to switch from Windows or MacOS? Our thoughts on all of those questions, plus a quick peek at the early unveiling of the OnePlus 15. Subscribe YouTube Podcasts Pocket Casts Spotify Apple Podcasts Overcast Timecodes 00:00 - Intro and Android for PCs 18:08 - What convinces people to switch? 31:44 - Does this mean more hardware to come? 39:46 - OnePlus 15 early announcement Hosts Abner Li Damien Wilde Will Sattelberg Read more Hands-on: Chromebooks are in a weird place, and Acer’s latest is a perfect example Google confirms ChromeOS and Android are being merged into ‘a single platform’ Google specifies how it will be the ‘ChromeOS experience on top of Android’ The OnePlus 15 gets early reveal, with new image engine and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts The Sideload 9to5Mac Happy Hour Electrek Space Explored Feedback? Drop us a line at [email protected], leave a comment on the post, or reach out to our producer.
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Do smart speakers still make sense in 2025?
Welcome to episode 70 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Abner, Damien, and Will talk through their feeling surrounding the upcoming smart speaker Google appears to be readying for launch next month. From whether a Gemini-powered smart speaker fits with what people ask for in their homes to debating if a display is absolutely necessary to make the device worth it, all three hosts work through their feelings on the looming reboot of a once-booming market, and where Google might intend to take the lineup moving forward. Subscribe YouTube Podcasts Pocket Casts Spotify Apple Podcasts Overcast Timecodes 00:00 - How do we feel about smart speakers in the Gemini era? 10:29 - Do people want to replace their aging Nest Minis? 14:48 - Smart speakers vs. smart displays. 24:35: - Should Google even sell smart speakers anymore? 34:47 - Final thoughts Hosts Abner Li Damien Wilde Will Sattelberg Read more ‘Google Home Speaker’ branding leaks with ‘360 audio’ touted Google teases new Nest Cam and Gemini updates for Home coming on October 1 Google announces ‘Gemini for Home’ and briefly shows new smart speaker Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts The Sideload 9to5Mac Happy Hour Electrek Space Explored Feedback? Drop us a line at [email protected], leave a comment on the post, or reach out to our producer.
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A Pixel-Apple-Pixel Sandwich
Welcome to episode 69 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Abner, Damien, and Will kick off by talking about Pixel sales growth, with a recent Counterpoint report suggest 105% YoY growth for Google's smartphone lineup. After analyzing just what it means for the future of both Pixel and Android, the crew hops over to the other side of the fence to share their thoughts on Apple's latest iPhone lineup. Don't worry, loyal listener — they also make sure to wrap-up with some extended thoughts on the Pixel 10's battery and camera performance, with a promise of much more to come. Subscribe YouTube Podcasts Pocket Casts Spotify Apple Podcasts Overcast Timecodes 00:00 - Pixel sales growth 19:27 - iPhone 17 compared to Pixel 10 25:58 - iPhone 17 Pro thoughts 36:15 - iPhone Air and S25 Edge comparison 47:23 - Pixel 10 after a few weeks Hosts Abner Li Damien Wilde Will Sattelberg Read more Google Pixel is now the fastest growing premium smartphone brand in the world Hands-on: iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone Air [9to5Mac] Why choosing between the iPhone Air and the Pro isn’t easy for everyone [9to5Mac] Pixel 10 Pro XL Initial Review: 10 generations in, Google is still trying to get it right Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts The Sideload 9to5Mac Happy Hour Electrek Space Explored Feedback? As mentioned at the end of the episode, we're looking for Pixel 10 questions! Feel free to send Damien your most pressing Pixel queries and opinions at [email protected]. For everything else, drop us a line at [email protected], leave a comment on the post, or reach out to our producer.
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More M3E for you and me
Welcome to episode 68 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Abner, Damien, and Will break down their feelings towards Material 3 Expressive now that Android 16 QPR1 is finally out in the wild. Is this the best Android has ever looked? Will Samsung follow Google's Material 3 Expressive rather than rushing towards a Liquid Glass-esque reality? Do we spend a large chunk of this episode breaking down how we've laid out our quick settings menus? That last one has an easy answer: you bet we do. Subscribe YouTube Podcasts Pocket Casts Spotify Apple Podcasts Overcast Sponsored by Gadget Salvation: Check out gadgetsalvation.com/9to5mac, featuring a smarter way to trade in your used tech for instant cash. Get a quote in seconds, ship for free, and choose how you want to get paid—all while giving your electronics a second life. Plus, use code GADGET10 at checkout to boost your payout by 10%. Thanks to Gadget Salvation for sponsoring! Gadget Salvation on Twitter Gadget Salvation on Facebook https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sMLBdtmTd1Q Timecodes 00:00 - Android 16 QPR1 is here! 01:50 - Redesigned quick settings 12:20 - M3E vs. One UI and Liquid Glass 15:50 - My Pixel 19:00 - Desktop Mode 26:47 - Material You vs. M3E 31:03 - M3E apps 40:16 - Final thoughts Hosts Abner Li Damien Wilde Will Sattelberg Read more Google rolling out Android 16 QPR1 with Material 3 Expressive redesign for Pixel Every single new feature in Android 16 QPR1 How to install Android 16 QPR1 with its big redesign on Google Pixel Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts The Sideload 9to5Mac Happy Hour Electrek Space Explored Feedback? Drop us a line at [email protected], leave a comment on the post, or reach out to our producer.
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Pixel 10, one week later
Welcome to episode 67 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Abner, Damien, and Will reconvene after a week with the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL to talk about their respective experiences. These three phones might look familiar, but between Tensor G5, Magic Cue and Daily Hub, and Pixelsnap, there's plenty to break down. Subscribe YouTube Podcasts Pocket Casts Spotify Apple Podcasts Overcast Sponsored by Gadget Salvation: Check out gadgetsalvation.com/9to5mac, featuring a smarter way to trade in your used tech for instant cash. Get a quote in seconds, ship for free, and choose how you want to get paid—all while giving your electronics a second life. Plus, use code GADGET10 at checkout to boost your payout by 10%. Thanks to Gadget Salvation for sponsoring! Gadget Salvation on Twitter Gadget Salvation on Facebook Timecodes 00:00 - Initial Pixel 10 reviews 11:02 - Tensor G5 22:08 - UFS 4.0 performance 25:28 - Magic Cue 29:31 - Daily Hub 40:08 - Pixelsnap 49:14 - Color choices 57:19 - Wrap-up Hosts Abner Li Damien Wilde Will Sattelberg Read more Google Pixel 10 Initial Review: Constrained, concise, costly upgrades [Video] Google Pixel 10 Pro Initial Review: How to build an AI* phone Pixel 10 Pro XL vs. iPhone 16 Pro Max: Has Google closed the gap? [Video] Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts The Sideload 9to5Mac Happy Hour Electrek Space Explored Feedback? Drop us a line at [email protected], leave a comment on the post, or reach out to our producer.
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