For our second show, Greg Lopez, Leo Prazdnik, Tomi Geczy and Cory Martin meet to discuss the latest happenings in the
world of Android. The crew kicks off the show with a discussion on Google’s TalkBack user survey and it’s results in the
form of the Talkback 4.2 beta. Here’s some links to other items which were discussed:
Microsoft reveals plans
to expand further into the Android ecosystem with a partnership with Dell.Google expands Android’s smart lock features with on-body smart lock feature to deter would-be thieves.
The crew discusses Google’s Project Ara, a fully customizable phone built from modular components.
It’s been confirmed… You can uninstall most preinstalled apps from the Samsung Galaxy S6/S6 Edge.
Would you rather write then type? Google’s got you covered with their new handwriting input
app.
APH has released an updated version of
Nearby Explorer with Open Street Map support.
Do you like using TeamTalk? It’s now available in
the Play Store.
Want to try out Meerkat? It’s now
in public beta and accepting signups.
Looking for your missing Android? Just type Find My Phone into
your favorite web browser after signing into your Google account to find it.
Google’s Project Fi, a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) kicks off with a beta for
Nexus 6 devices.
Cool Picks
Cory: TeamTalk for Android
Greg: Chromecast
(Requires Chromecast or Nexus Player device)
Tomi: Talking Stones
Leo: Trivia Crack
Finally, the crew would like to announce that they have a special guest lined up for May’s show… We won’t say more then
that at the moment, but we’re definitely looking forward to our special guest. As usual, if you have any feedback, feel
free to get in touch with us in the usual ways, and if using Twitter, please add the hash tag #CBTDroid on the end so we
know it’s specific to The Android Crew. Thanks for listening, and tell your friends.
