The Android Show Recap!
- May 15, 2026
- 1:38:44
- Full Episode
The Android Show was this week and gave us a bunch of things to talk about! With Andrew and David out this week, Marques, Adam, and Mariah break down everything that Google showed off. Then Ellis and Rufus came up with a game for everyone to play by combining Family Feud and...Reddit? Then they wrap it all up talking about the new Fitbit Air!
Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:34 - Did they even test this? 00:04:38 - Android Show I/O 2026 recap 00:40:08 - Framer (Sponsored) 00:41:12 - Family Feud x Reddit 01:21:15 - Hostinger (Sponsored) 01:22:17 - Shopify (Sponsored) 01:23:11 - All about the Fitbit Air 01:32:48 - Trivia Answers
Links: Google - Android Show I/O Edition: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dXCCleAddEA Google - Fitbit Air: https://store.google.com/product/google_fitbit_air?
Waveform Twitter: https://twitter.com/WVFRM Waveform Threads: https://www.threads.net/@waveformpodcast Waveform Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waveformpodcast/ Waveform TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@waveformpodcast
Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/mkbhd
Intro/Outro music by 20syl: https://bit.ly/2S53xlC
Waveform is part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.
Brief Summary
The episode discusses Google announcements, Android updates, Fitbit Air, and features a trivia game segment.
Key points
- 76ers' Playoff Exit. The Philadelphia 76ers were swept in the playoffs, but the hosts reflect on their amazing season.
- Android Auto Update. Android Auto received a significant update with new features like lane guidance and 3D mapping.
- Gemini Intelligence Features. New features from Gemini Intelligence include better speech-to-text and autofill capabilities.
- Google Book Reveal. A sneak peek at Google Book, a new product that combines Chromebook features with Android apps.
- Confusion Over Google Book. Questions arise about the purpose and audience for the new Google Book.
- Why Do People Hate Apple?. A lively discussion about the reasons behind Apple's unpopularity, with answers ranging from expense to design flaws.
Episode highlights
- 76ers' Playoff ExitThe Philadelphia 76ers were swept in the playoffs, but the hosts reflect on their amazing season.“After an amazing first round, they were swept in four games by the New York Knicker boxers.”3:33May 15, 2026
- Android Auto UpdateAndroid Auto received a significant update with new features like lane guidance and 3D mapping.“Android Auto got a really big update. Probably bigger than the rest of the updates to Android itself.”16:45May 15, 2026
- Gemini Intelligence FeaturesNew features from Gemini Intelligence include better speech-to-text and autofill capabilities.“It’s an intelligence system.”21:42May 15, 2026
- Google Book RevealA sneak peek at Google Book, a new product that combines Chromebook features with Android apps.“It’s just an update.”32:11May 15, 2026
- Confusion Over Google BookQuestions arise about the purpose and audience for the new Google Book.“Who is this for?”33:45May 15, 2026
- Why Do People Hate Apple?A lively discussion about the reasons behind Apple's unpopularity, with answers ranging from expense to design flaws.“Number one answer: Because it's expensive.”44:40May 15, 2026
- Windows 11 ComplaintsParticipants share their grievances about Windows 11, highlighting issues like ads and bugs.“Number one answer: forced Microsoft account requirement.”57:10May 15, 2026
- Solo Travel InsightsDiscussion on solo travel and the challenges of bringing technology.“They would say, "No, they don't even own a laptop."”1:00:40May 15, 2026
