iBUG Android Insight

Episode #68 January 21, 2026


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Facilitators: Ava and Harshi

Topics: iBUG announced a continued $50 gift card giveaway for 2026 to encourage participation on the mailing list and during live calls;  Pixel 9 and 10 Pro user; discussed battery health and iPad Pro; Past gift card winner; Uses the Wolfner Library for audiobooks; Samsung A15 and S9 Plus tablet;  Apple user learning Android on a Pixel 6a to help a friend;  Pixel 7 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Tab S9; Echo Show 5 and Samsung S8 Ultra and iPhone;  Alexa app settings and Gemini; Accessibility Tech Discussions; Braille Innovation: Hershey highlighted the "Mnemonic," a compact braille printer the size of a coffee mug, showcased at CES;  Sideloading & Screen Readers:  Using Commentary, a responsive  alternative to TalkBack, and the risks of sideloading apps; Device  Battery Longevity;  Maximizing battery health, specifically the 80/20 charging rule;  Smart Home Integration; Users discussed troubleshooting Alexa alarm settings on Android devices;  AI Tools; The group explored use cases for Google Gemini, such as searching through emails and managing device settings like "Back Tap";  Support Resources; iBug offers various community calls, including Trekkie Talk, Mac calls, and iOS calls, along side a weekly audio-described movie night every Friday.

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