Best Alphabet Scoop Podcasts (2025)

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Do smart speakers still make sense in 2025? 37:28

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Welcome to episode 70 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Abner, Damien, and Will talk through their feeling surrounding the upcoming smart speaker Google appears to be readying for launch next month. From whether a Gemini-powered smart speaker fits with what people ask for in their homes to debating if a display is absolutely necessa…

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A Pixel-Apple-Pixel Sandwich 54:26

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Welcome to episode 69 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Abner, Damien, and Will kick off by talking about Pixel sales growth, with a recent Counterpoint report suggest 105% YoY growth for Google's smartphone lineup. After analyzing just what it means for the future of both Pixel and Android, the crew hops over to the other side of t…

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More M3E for you and me 45:39

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Welcome to episode 68 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Abner, Damien, and Will break down their feelings towards Material 3 Expressive now that Android 16 QPR1 is finally out in the wild. Is this the best Android has ever looked? Will Samsung follow Google's Material 3 Expressive rather than rushing towards a Liquid Glass-esque rea…

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Pixel 10, one week later 58:07

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Welcome to episode 67 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Abner, Damien, and Will reconvene after a week with the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL to talk about their respective experiences. These three phones might look familiar, but between Tensor G5, Magic Cue and Daily Hub, and Pixelsnap, there's plenty to break down. S…

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A very different Made By Google 44:42

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The Pixelated crew reassembles after an absolutely exhausting week covering Made By Google. Abner, Damien, and Will break down Google's wild swing at this year's event, featuring countless celebrity cameos alongside a musical performance, all hosted by Jimmy Fallon. After talking through all of Google's various new devices, they also touch on the s…

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A Pixel Pre-order Pickle 36:46

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Welcome to episode 65 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Damien, Abner, and Will take a break from talking about the endless onslaught of Pixel 10 renders to take in a more zoomed-out look at Google's current ecosystem. As the company starts advertising the Pixel 10 series, new reports suggest we might be waiting a few months for the…

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Oh snap, Pixel 10 has magnets 38:00

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Welcome to episode 64 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Abner and Will make up for Damien's absence by discussing the latest crop of Pixel leaks, including US pricing for the phones and watch that seemingly avoids tariff-mania. It's not just prices, though — a new "Pixelsnap" leak all but confirms the native Qi2 support we've been b…

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Pixel 10, now in living color 49:49

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Welcome to episode 63 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, the Pixel leaks start comin' and they don't stop comin', as we break down the massive amount of Pixel 10 and Pixel Watch 4 leaks that continue to fall into our lap. Come for the conversation on which colors are doing it for us — and which aren't — and stay for the breakdown on …

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The Pixel 10 countdown begins 42:16

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Welcome to episode 62 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, we're prepping for all things Pixel 10. With Made By Google officially announced for August 20th, we have less than five weeks to go until new Google hardware hits our desk. From phones to wearables, earbuds to foldables, there's a lot to look forward to — and frankly, it might…

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Samesung no more 47:54

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Welcome to episode 61 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, we're unpacking Galaxy Unpacked, exploring everything Samsung announced at this week's foldable-focused event. We also discuss some new Circle to Search tricks on Android and debate whether Gemini for Wear OS is the wrist-based assistant we've been waiting for. Subscribe YouTub…

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Much Ado About Nothing 48:58

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Welcome to episode 60 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Damien, Abner, and Will talk through Nothing's latest launch event, including the company's first flagship Android phone, the Nothing Phone (3). From its divisive design to its new Glyph Matrix display, there's a lot to take in, as the company seemingly pivots towards a more pr…

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The murky future of Chromebooks 43:31

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Welcome to episode 59 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, we talk all about Google's latest Chromebook updates, Lenovo's new $650 Chromebook Plus 14, and what the future holds as rumors swirl around ChromeOS's potential pivot to Android. Plus, Abner and Damien are joined by an all-new host. Subscribe YouTube Podcasts Pocket Casts Spot…

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The VIP Pixel Drop 41:36

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Welcome to episode 58 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, we talk all about the Android 16 launch, June 2025 Pixel Feature Drop, 16 QPR1 Beta 2, and iOS 26 with Liquid Glass. Subscribe YouTube Podcasts Pocket Casts Spotify Apple Podcasts Overcast Hosts Abner Li Damien Wilde Read more Every single new feature in Android 16 [Video] June…

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Pixelated 057: All About Pixel 10 35:14

4M ago35:14

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Welcome to episode 57 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, we talk all about the Pixel 10. Subscribe YouTube Podcasts Pocket Casts Spotify Apple Podcasts Overcast Hosts Abner Li Damien Wilde Read more Pixel 10 ‘Ask more of your phone’ ad leaks as it’s being filmed [Gallery] Pixel 10 and 10 Pro leak reveals possible colors, like blue, y…

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Post-I/O 2025 thoughts 35:41

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Welcome to episode 56 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, we talk more about Google I/O 2025 and Android 16 QPR1, as well as reminisce over Google Photos turning 10. Subscribe YouTube Podcasts Pocket Casts Spotify Apple Podcasts Overcast Hosts Abner Li Damien Wilde Read more Google Photos turns 10 with major editor redesign, QR code s…

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Expressions of an Android 16 QPR Beta 32:39

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Welcome to episode 55 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, we talk about Android 16 QPR1 Beta 1 and share our first thoughts on Google I/O 2025. Subscribe YouTube Podcasts Pocket Casts Spotify Apple Podcasts Overcast Hosts Abner Li Damien Wilde Read more Here’s everything new in Android 16 QPR1 Beta 1 [Gallery] Everything Google announ…

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The Android 16 Show 33:18

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Welcome to episode 54 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, we talk about The Android Show, Android 16, Wear OS 6, and more. Subscribe YouTube Podcasts Pocket Casts Spotify Apple Podcasts Overcast Hosts Abner Li Damien Wilde Read more Google announces Android 16’s Material 3 Expressive redesign Wear OS 6 brings Material 3 Expressive red…

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Material 3 Expressive and you 34:55

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Welcome to episode 53 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, we talk about the upcoming Material 3 Expressive redesign. Subscribe YouTube Podcasts Pocket Casts Spotify Apple Podcasts Overcast Hosts Abner Li Damien Wilde Read more Leak: How and why Google made Material 3 Expressive The Material 3 Expressive redesign of Google Clock leaks …

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The Android Show Show 37:25

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Welcome to episode 52 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, we talk about the upcoming "Android Show" and the Android 16 leaks. Subscribe YouTube Podcasts Pocket Casts Spotify Apple Podcasts Overcast Hosts Abner Li Damien Wilde Read more Google hosting ‘Android Show’ with ‘exciting updates’ before I/O 2025 All the leaked Android 16 feat…

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I/O 2025 pre-preview ft. Android 41:01

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Welcome to episode 51 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, we do our initial Google I/O 2025 preview. Subscribe YouTube Podcasts Pocket Casts Spotify Apple Podcasts Overcast Hosts Abner Li Damien Wilde Read more Google posts I/O 2025 sessions list: What’s new in Android, AI, more Google I/O 2025 teases Material 3 Expressive, Android 16…

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Pixelated 050: A Sky Full of Astra 33:10

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Welcome to episode 50 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, we talk about the lack of One UI 7 and Gemini Live's Astra camera/screen sharing already going free. Subscribe YouTube Podcasts Pocket Casts Spotify Apple Podcasts Overcast Hosts Abner Li Damien Wilde Read more Samsung posts updated One UI 7 rollout schedule through July amid d…

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Reviewing the Pixel 9a 45:48

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Welcome to episode 49 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, we talk about our review of the Pixel 9a. Subscribe YouTube Podcasts Pocket Casts Spotify Apple Podcasts Overcast Hosts Abner Li Damien Wilde Read more Pixel 9a review: Google’s A-Series is now its own thing Pixel 9a is missing Modes, more as it’s still on Android 15 QPR1 Googl…

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The Pixel 10 comes down to... 36:29

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Welcome to episode 48 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, we talk about the Pixel 10 Pro Fold renders and Pixel 10 camera rumors. Subscribe YouTube Podcasts Pocket Casts Spotify Apple Podcasts Overcast Hosts Abner Li Damien Wilde Read more Report: Google will downgrade base Pixel 10 cameras to match Pixel 9a, adds telephoto Pixel 10 P…

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Where Is My Pixie? 33:16

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Welcome to episode 47 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, we talk about the rumored "Pixie" and its relationship to Gemini, as well as Android AOSP changes. Subscribe YouTube Podcasts Pocket Casts Spotify Apple Podcasts Overcast Hosts Abner Li Damien Wilde Read more Report: ‘Pixie’ was a canceled Pixel assistant that became Pixel Scre…

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Pixel 9aches and pains 35:53

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Welcome to episode 46 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, we talk all about the Pixel 9a. Subscribe YouTube Podcasts Pocket Casts Spotify Apple Podcasts Overcast Hosts Abner Li Damien Wilde Read more Google Pixel 9a hands-on: Its own thing for $499 [Gallery] Pixel 9a release was delayed to April due to ‘component quality issue’ Pixel …

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07: G is for Gameshows

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G'day! What is the history of game shows? Who are the most successful game show cheaters? What is Jeopardy? Find out the answers in this episode! Listen here!By Alphabet Scoop

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06: F is for Flowers

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Fâla! Think you can beat Ben in a quiz about the meanings of flowers? Probably! And Valentine's Day has a surprisingly dark past and why hearts are the shape they aren't!! Listen here!By Alphabet Scoop

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05: E is for Emotion

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Elo! If you want to put a smile on your face, listen and learn the origin of the smiley face, the difference between emoticon and emoji, and if animals have emotions! Listen here!By Alphabet Scoop

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04: D is for Dummies

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Dobrý den! In this delayed-due-to-audio-difficulties episode, learn about what used to test before crash test dummies, where the mysterious Mystery Dum Dum flavor came from, and what a gastromyth is!! Listen here!By Alphabet Scoop

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03: C is for Cards

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Ciao! We deal out info on why the ace of spades is so darn fancy, the person who holds the world record on receiving greeting cards, and one of us owns Beanie Baby trading cards! Listen to find out! Listen here!By Alphabet Scoop

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02.5: Breakfast Leftovers

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Need a second serving? Good news, we have leftovers! Check out this mini-sode to hear about The Cereal Project and second breakfast! Listen here!By Alphabet Scoop

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02: B is for Breakfast

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Bonjour! Ever wondered what a typical breakfast is like in other countries? Or when humans first decided to try drinking cow milk? And how the great Kellogg v. Post battles began? Find out those answers and more! Listen here!By Alphabet Scoop

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01: A is for Alphabet

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Aloha! Find out the mysterious origins of Alphabet Soup, learn how to pronounce the longest ever word in Greek, and there's actually a really good reason that Americans say Z and everyone else says Zed! Listen here!By Alphabet Scoop

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Do smart speakers still make sense in 2025? 37:28

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A Pixel-Apple-Pixel Sandwich 54:26

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More M3E for you and me 45:39

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Pixel 10, one week later 58:07

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A very different Made By Google 44:42

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A Pixel Pre-order Pickle 36:46

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Oh snap, Pixel 10 has magnets 38:00

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Pixel 10, now in living color 49:49

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The Pixel 10 countdown begins 42:16

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Samesung no more 47:54

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Much Ado About Nothing 48:58

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The murky future of Chromebooks 43:31

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The VIP Pixel Drop 41:36

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Pixelated 057: All About Pixel 10 35:14

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Post-I/O 2025 thoughts 35:41

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Expressions of an Android 16 QPR Beta 32:39

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The Android 16 Show 33:18

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Material 3 Expressive and you 34:55

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The Android Show Show 37:25

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I/O 2025 pre-preview ft. Android 41:01

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Pixelated 050: A Sky Full of Astra 33:10

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Reviewing the Pixel 9a 45:48

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The Pixel 10 comes down to... 36:29

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Where Is My Pixie? 33:16

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Pixel 9aches and pains 35:53

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07: G is for Gameshows

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06: F is for Flowers

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05: E is for Emotion

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04: D is for Dummies

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03: C is for Cards

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02.5: Breakfast Leftovers

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02: B is for Breakfast

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01: A is for Alphabet