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Android Faithful

Subrilliant LLC
Android 15
Google I/O
AI Integration
Google Maps
Youtube Music
Pixel 7a
Foldable Phones
Google Podcasts
Stingray Devices
Gemini
Samsung
Google Photos
US Cellular
Waze
Find My Device Network
Chromebooks
Google Assistant
Beeper
Pixel 8 Pro
Galaxy S24 Ultra

Android Faithful is your weekly source for Android news, hardware, apps and more. Join Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards, along with a host of Android friends and experts as they keep you up to date every week on everything important to the world of Android From phones and foldables, to tablets and TVs and more. We are the Android Faithful.

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We've got Android on our mind as Android 17 takes a major step forward and Jason Howell, Florence Ion and Ron Richards wrap up the month of March with an array of phones and Android related news to gear up for a busy few weeks leading up to Google I/... more

We're tending to the Android garden now that Spring has arrived with the return of Jason Howell who joins Ron Richards and Florence Ion for a show packed with leaks and drama plus a rare rugged Ulefone spotted in the wild!

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We're super excited to present a special edition of Android Faithful, welcoming back friend of the show and VP Product, Android Developer Experience at Google, Matthew McCullough who joins Huyen Tue Dao and Ron Richards to go behind the scenes on the... more

It's a special GREEN day for Android and we celebrate it with the triumphant return of Huyen Tue Dao as she joins Florence Ion and Ron Richards to dive headfirst into the green dyed waters of Android news this week!

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Recent Guests

Matthew McCullough
VP of product, Android Developer Experience
Google
Episode: Inside the Android Bench & AI LLM Rankings with Matthew McCullough from Google
Anish Katukaran
Chief Product Officer of Google Home and Nest
Google
Episode: Google Home’s Gemini Upgrade Is Here!
Kishan Bagaria
CEO of Beeper
Beeper
Episode: Beeper’s Plan for 100 Million Users with CEO Kishan Bagaria
Mindy Brooks
VP of Product Management and UX for the Android platform
Google
Episode: Material 3 Expressive, Explained: A Conversation with Google's Mindy Brooks
Robby Stein
VP of Product Management at Google
Google
Episode: Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025 Preview
Jeff Howard
VP of Consumer Devices at AT&T
AT&T
Episode: Livin' On The Galaxy Edge
Sam Bright
VP of Google Play and Developer Ecosystem
Google
Episode: Google I/O 2025
Patrick Brady
VP of Android for Cars
Google
Episode: The Android Show Show
Nirave Gondhia
Doer of all things, host, writer, and content creator
House of Tech, Digital Trends
Episode: Mobile World Congress: Because We Can

Hosts

Jason Howell
Host with a focus on tech news and insights into Android developments.
Florence Ion
Co-host providing perspectives on current technology trends.
Ron Richards
Co-host known for engaging discussions and interviews with experts.
Huyen Tue Dao
Co-host and Android developer providing technical insights.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 82 ratings
  • Love hate relationship

    I genuinely love this show and have listened since the original days, however if there was one thing that I would change is the constant annoying keyboard tapping sounds in the background, whenever one of the hosts is talking, you can hear another host furiously tapping away on their keyboard and it’s starting to verge on listening to ASMR podcast, please for the love of God stop this it is the only thing that I could find wrong with this show but now that I have noticed it it drives me insane

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Dazj772
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Flo is insufferable

    Flo is insufferable

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Imsteve777
    United States7 months ago
  • Too Long

    The content is very good but it can do with some editing. Episodes are the length of a feature movie. Even at 1.5 speed (which I wish not to do) it’s long. I often mean to listen but don’t want to commit 1:45 hrs.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Dmg144
    United Statesa year ago
  • Pretty Bad

    Started off good, then Jason Howell showed up and brought the “TWiT” vibe, which is not a good thing and lead to me stopping my Patreon support. Now there’s too many hosts talking over each other, too many low-quality ads, too much off-topic conversation, poorly researched news (you can hear Jason stumbling through the website as he records) and Jason and Ron spend way too much of their time telling you how to give them more money or buy merch. I get it, they need income but they’re doing it in ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    olethembones
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love it

    Podcast Addict
    5
    slopppy
    2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the comprehensive coverage of Android news and developments.
Listeners enjoy the camaraderie and banter among hosts, which enhances the listening experience.
Feedback includes concerns about episode length, suggesting that some discussions may be too extensive for casual listeners.
Some reviews indicate frustration with certain hosts dominating discussions or perceived disruptions, highlighting the challenge of balancing multiple voices.
Overall sentiment leans positively, emphasizing the informative and engaging nature of the show.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#107
United States/News/Tech News
Apple Podcasts
#106
Canada/News/Tech News
Apple Podcasts
#132
United Kingdom/News/Tech News
Apple Podcasts
#132
Australia/News/Tech News
Apple Podcasts
#239
Italy/News/Tech News
Apple Podcasts
#16
Hong Kong/News/Tech News

Talking Points

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Inside the Android Bench & AI LLM Rankings with Matthew McCullough from Google
Q: How does Android Bench guard against models gaming the system by training on the test data?
The team described an approach where the benchmark is open and auditable, with plans for multiple evaluation waves (including potential closed evals in 2.0) and the ability for external parties to reproduce results with the provided harness and tests, reducing the risk of manipulation and increasing trust.
Inside the Android Bench & AI LLM Rankings with Matthew McCullough from Google
Q: How were Android developers making decisions about which AI model to use before Android Bench existed, and what problem did that create?
Developers tended to reach for the model that was readily available or personally familiar, which didn't necessarily align with the best fit for Android development or the evolving needs of AI-enabled apps. Android Bench was created to provide a rigorous, data-driven way to evaluate models against Android-specific tasks and best practices.
Gigantic Gemini News
Q: How does Mishaal compare his use of Gemini 3 with ChatGPT?
Mishaal finds Gemini 3's follow-up question suggestions to be proactive and useful, particularly noting that it adds quality of life to his interactions, compared to ChatGPT's tendency to offer multiple follow-up questions.
Google Home’s Gemini Upgrade Is Here!
Q: What are some of your favorite changes or additions to the Google Home app?
The app is now more performant with simpler navigation, easier automations, and a consolidation of Nest devices.
Google Home’s Gemini Upgrade Is Here!
Q: Are there any additional guardrails when it comes to interacting with Gemini on different devices?
Yes, source attribution will be available on smart displays and history access on speakers, ensuring reliability in responses.

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Focusing on the latest developments in the Android ecosystem, each episode covers key news, hardware innovations, software updates, and industry trends. Notable features include in-depth discussions about major releases from leading smartphone manufacturers, forthcoming Android operating system updates, and discussions surrounding emerging technologies like AI and smart devices. The hosts regularly connect personal anecdotes with tech discussions, creating a relatable and engaging atmosphere for the audience. Additionally, the podcast emphasizes community involvement, often inviting listener feedback and participation in discussions, setting it apart as an interactive tech show.

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Android Faithful launched 3 years ago and published 144 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Matthew McCullough
2. Anish Katukaran
3. Kishan Bagaria
4. Mindy Brooks
5. Robby Stein
6. Jeff Howard
7. Sam Bright
8. Patrick Brady

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