Episode 425 – New Toys

By | January 16, 2019

Android News

  • Top 6 Things we want to see in Android Q
  • Google Public DNS now works with Android Pie.
  • Ticwatch E2 and S2 are official.

App News

  • Reminder, SMS/Call Log Policy Changes
  • Youtube Music may get the ability to play local tracks and may become the default audio player on Android
  • Google Podcasts now has Android Audio Support
  • Google is working to add dark mode to Chrome for Android.

In Other News

  • Judge rules forcing mass fingerprint unlocking is an abuse of power
  • Google Fi adds support for RCS(if you switch away from Hangouts) and faster coverage abroad.
  • FCC Chairman refuses to brief Congressional oversight on revelations that cellphone carriers are disclosing real time location data due shutdown.
  • Privacy Accessory project stops Google Home from always listening and allows custom hotwords
  • ChromeBook owners will be able choose their linux distro.

Home Automation News

  • Chromecast Audio discontinued
  • Leviton bringing Amazon Echo to light switch.
  • Google just made it cheap for companies to build Assistant into their products.
  • Lenovo introduces 4 inch Smart Clock
  • Ikea moves into smart blinds.
  • Ring introduces a peephole cam for apartment dwellers.

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