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The AC team check out the boot loop and other bug fixes found within Android 12 Beta 4.1 and go hands on with the new Motorola Edge. Nick continues his exploration of the Z Flip 3, Dan reviews the OnePlus Buds Pro, Google teams up with the United States government for purely altruistic reasons, and more!

• Android 12 Beta 4.1 fixes boot loop issue, VPN connectivity, and much more | Android Central
• Motorola Edge (2021) hands on: Potential pinch hitter for the Pixel 5a | Android Central
• Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 review: Peak foldable chic | Android Central
• OnePlus Buds Pro review: Floating on AirPods | Android Central
• The new Fitbit Charge 5 tracker has a killer display and smartwatch features for $180 | Android Central
• YouTube Music finally comes to Wear OS in a way that'll likely tick you off | Android Central
• Google unveils a $10 billion initiative to fix US cybersecurity | Android Central

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This week, we review the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Pixel 5a. Plus, Motorola Edge (2021) offers impressive specs and a promise of software updates at a reasonable price. The team also talk about T-Mobile's data breach, Pixel 6 charging capability, and lots more.

• Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 review: Peak foldable chic | Android Central
• Google Pixel 5a review: Better battery, better price, same great phone | Android Central
• Motorola Edge (2021) debuts in the US with a 144Hz display, 108MP camera | Android Central
• Samsung is finally fixing one of the worst things about One UI | Android Central
• The Google Pixel 6 reportedly won't ship with a charging adapter | Android Central
• Google's Pixel 6 will reportedly charge 'much faster' than the Pixel 5 | Android Central
• T-Mobile hit with another security breach, leaving more than 40 million exposed | Android Central
• CES 2022 will require proof of vaccination amid COVID-19 resurgence | Android Central
• Leaked Fitbit Charge 5 renders show a color screen, Luxe-inspired design | Android Central
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After months of leaks and rumors, Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3 are here along with Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 4 Classic. Michael Fisher hangs with Nick, Ara, and Daniel to share their impressions of Samsung's latest gadgets.

• Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 & Z Flip 3 hands-on: Writing a new page of foldable history | Android Central
• Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 & Watch 4 Classic hands-on: Fresh start | Android Central
• Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 review: The new default | Android Central
• The Galaxy Watch 4's best new features only work with Samsung Galaxy phones | Android Central

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Pixel 6 has been announced and will be available this Fall. We don't know all the details just yet, but we go deep on what we do know — including the Google Tensor SoC and some very cool color options.

Nick, Daniel, Jerry, and Ara also cover some Nest product announcements and a cargo ship full of rumors about upcoming Samsung devices.

• The Pixel 6 feels like the first real, premium Google phone | Android Central
• Google Tensor SoC: Everything you need to know | Android Central
• It's official: Google Tensor is the company's new chip and it debuts on the Pixel 6 | Android Central
• The Pixel 6's colors are a clear nod to Google's past, present, and future | Android Central
• Which color Google Pixel 6 or 6 Pro do you want most? | Android Central
• The Google Pixel 6 could launch in even fewer countries than the Pixel 5 | Android Central
• The Galaxy Watch 4 may let you choose between Google Assistant or Bixby | Android Central
• Galaxy Watch 4 battery life could blow every other Wear OS watch out of the water | Android Central
• Leaked Galaxy Buds 2 specs show plenty of similarities with the Galaxy Buds Pro | Android Central
• Another leak claims Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 3 & Z Flip 3 will be water-resistant | Android Central
• Samsung wants you to go portable with its Galaxy Z Flip 3 cases | Android Central
• T-Mobile to shut down Sprint 3G network January 2022, LTE following in June | Android Central
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Our review is in for the Nothing ear (1) $99 Bluetooth earbuds! Intel and Qualcomm have formed a partnership that has Intel building chips for its quasi-competitor. Additionally, MediaTek is coming on strong with the Kompanio 1300T chip for tablets and Chromebooks, Surface Duo 2 alleged leaks show a big ass camera hump, a new S Pen for Galaxy Z Fold 3, and tons more.

• Nothing ear (1) review: Unique design, phenomenal sound | Android Central
• Intel to build chips for Qualcomm as it fights to regain its lead | Android Central
• MediaTek Kompanio 1300T chip is coming soon to an Android tablet near you | Android Central
• Supposed Microsoft Surface Duo 2 prototype images show big changes are coming | Android Central
• Samsung confirms new S Pen for Galaxy Z Fold 3 and other 'foldable surprises' | Android Central
• New Galaxy Watch 4 leak shows off Samsung's Wear OS-based One UI skin | Android Central
• Here's when Samsung will launch its Android 12-based One UI 4.0 beta program | Android Central
• Android 12 isn't even out and we might already know the codename for Android 13 | Android Central
• Android 12 beta 3.1 update fixes the biggest problems plaguing users | Android Central
• Oculus Quest 2 sales halted as we await a new model | Android Central
• YouTube continues to drive Google's revenue with impressive Q2 earnings | Android Central
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Harish, Alex, Jerry, and Ara check out the OnePlus Nord 2 and evaluate continued rumors of a foldable Pixel. They also chat about carrier adoption of the RCS messaging standard and companies like Apple who remain holdouts in favor of their own technology. They finish out with the whys and hows of buggy software releases, including a UK vaccine passport app that caused a giant bag of hurt.

• OnePlus Nord 2 review: Taking back the mid-range crown | Android Central
• Rumored Google Pixel foldable could launch this year with Samsung's best display tech | Android Central
• Verizon follows AT&T, T-Mobile to make Google Messages its default messaging app | Android Central
• UK vaccine passport app produces broken QR codes on popular Android phones | Android Central

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The team are joined by Nick Sutrich and check out Android 12 Beta 3, fresh rumors about Pixel 6, Z Fold 3, OnePlus Nord 3, Google fines in France, and more.

• Android 12 Beta 3 hands on: Game and swatch | Android Central
• Latest Google Pixel 6 XL leak hints at a 5X 'ultra tele' camera | Android Central
• Premature Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Amazon listing reveals key specs and pricing | Android Central
• Exclusive: Galaxy Watch 4's new Exynos W920 chip boasts major gains - SamMobile
• FCC filing reveals the Galaxy Z Fold 3 will support the upcoming S Pen Pro | Android Central
• The OnePlus Nord 2 could come with a pretty impressive camera upgrade | Android Central
• OPPO Reno 6 Pro review: A great mid-ranger with a big problem | Android Central
• If you're looking for the cheaper OnePlus 9 Pro in the US, you may be out of luck | Android Central
• Google has been secretly trying to preserve your Pixel's battery health | Android Central
• Google launches Workspace Individual tier as one-hour limit returns to Google Meet | Android Central
• Twitter admits Fleets didn't work, decides to pull the plug | Android Central
• Google's TikTok rival YouTube Shorts is now rolling out worldwide | Android Central
• French authorities slap $593 million fine on Google over news copyright row | Android Central

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Alex Dobie joins Daniel and Ara to help make sense of the Qualcomm/ASUS partnership to create the $1,500 Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders. A big batch of Samsung leaks have also com to light, yet another Google lawsuit, and more.

• Qualcomm partners with ASUS on a $1500 smartphone for mobile enthusiasts | Android Central
• The Motorola One 5G UW Ace debuts with Verizon's spatial audio | Android Central
• Galaxy S21 FE leak reveals full specs of Samsung's next value flagship | Android Central
• New leak shows Samsung's Galaxy Watch 4 Classic from every angle | Android Central
• Here's your best look yet at the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 | Android Central
• Nothing's first wireless earbuds will offer ANC for just $99 | Android Central
• It's official: OnePlus Nord 2 5G will be unveiled on July 22 | Android Central
• OnePlus limits app performance on OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro to improve battery life | Android Central
• 160W and beyond: Your next phone might charge in 10 minutes | Android Central
• Google is hit with another lawsuit targeting high Play Store app fees | Android Central
• Apple and Google crowd out the competition with default apps - The Verge
• Choetech accessories yanked from Amazon weeks after RAVPower, Aukey, and Mpow | Android Central
• The Samsung Galaxy S20 series gets 're-newed' with super-low prices | Android Central

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Nick Sutrich has joined Android Central full-time, so he helps the crew blast into the long weekend with all the news about Wear OS that came out of MWC 2021. He, Daniel, Ara, and Jerry also talk about some new phones, Galaxy Buds 2, Qualcomm's Snapdragon 888 Plus, and more.

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• From dumpster fire to crown jewels: Wear OS finally got good at MWC 2021 | Android Central
• Samsung gives Wear OS a One UI makeover ahead of Galaxy Watch launch | Android Central
• The new Wear OS is coming first to Samsung's next Galaxy Watch launching later this summer | Android Central
• The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 looks gorgeous in these new leaked renders | Android Central
• Leaked Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 renders leave little to the imagination | Android Central
• Samsung's Galaxy S21 FE may launch in just two markets due to chip shortage | Android Central
• Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Plus is here to make Android flagships even faster | Android Central
• Google will keep Nest devices updated longer than its Android phones | Android Central
• The Google Pixel 5a might actually arrive before Android 12 | Android Central
• This might be our first look at the OnePlus Nord 2's design | Android Central
• OnePlus Nord N200 5G review: Bringing 5G to the masses | Android Central
• What was your favorite era of Samsung Galaxy S phones? | Android Central

Zac Bowden of Windows Central joins the gang for a conversation about Microsoft's Windows 11 announcement, its ability to run Android apps, thought on Surface Duo 2, and more.

• The 5 biggest announcements from Microsoft's Windows 11 event | Windows Central
• Windows 11 launch: When to expect the next version of Windows? | Windows Central
• Microsoft announces Windows 11 will be able to run Android apps | Windows Central
• Windows 11 Home needs an internet connection and Microsoft account to set up | Windows Central
• Windows 11's new productivity features are supercharged to help you work | Windows Central
• Windows 11 is built for touch, including gestures and improved snapping | Windows Central
• These are Windows 11's official minimum system requirements | Windows Central
• Microsoft announced widgets for Windows 11, promising 'personalized feed powered by AI' | Windows Central
• Microsoft is bringing DirectStorage to PC, massively reduces load times in games | Windows Central
• Microsoft wants to bring Steam to the new Windows 11 app store | Windows Central

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