The Sideload: A 9to5Google Podcast

Accidentally Sponsored by Planet Fitness with Joe Maring

Welcome to episode 36 of The Sideload, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Will is joined by Android Authority's Joe Maring to discuss Health Coach, Google's latest fitness-focused chatbot launched alongside the Fitbit Air. Sponsored (for real) by NordVPN: Listeners to The Sideload can save up to 76% on a two-year subscription alongside four extra months for absolutely free by signing up for NordVPN using this link [https://go.nordvpn.net/SHAyj]. Thanks to NordVPN for sponsoring this week’s episode. SUBSCRIBE * YouTube Podcasts [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcKP282Ii48tD7cQ3LVL8T552VJ7yrqGQ&si=ZSQ-gLaAymfoRTWu] * Pocket Casts [https://pca.st/05blamq5] * Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/03NQdhoTfPYYq5nBxhZrmi?si=TIAfTGkFReeO2hFKclDt7A] * Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sideload-a-9to5google-podcast/id1835505417] * Amazon Music [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/912cba54-f971-441b-b3c1-9f207b6756d2/the-sideload-a-9to5google-podcast] https://youtu.be/aygUF2dJAMo HOSTS * Will Sattelberg [https://9to5google.com/author/willsattelberg/] * Joe Maring [https://www.androidauthority.com/author/joemaring/] LISTEN TO MORE 9TO5 PODCASTS * Pixelated [https://9to5google.com/podcasts/alphabet-scoop/] * 9to5Mac Happy Hour [https://9to5mac.com/guides/9to5mac-happy-hour/] * Electrek [https://electrek.co/guides/electrek-podcast/] * Space Explored [https://spaceexplored.com/guides/space-explored-podcast/] FEEDBACK? Drop us a line at gtips@9to5g.com [gtips@9to5g.com], leave a comment on the post, or reach out to our producer [will@9to5mac.com]. And for even more Android discussion, dive into the official 9to5Google forums [https://9to5google.com/forums/]!

Tech Positivity with Daniel Bader

Welcome to episode 35 of The Sideload, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Will is joined by 9to5‘s Daniel Bader to discuss looking for positivity in gadgets, unplugging from the internet, the joys of Niagara Launcher, and much more. Sponsored by NordVPN: Listeners to The Sideload can save up to 76% on a two-year subscription alongside four extra months for absolutely free by signing up for NordVPN using this link [https://go.nordvpn.net/SHAyj]. Thanks to NordVPN for sponsoring this week’s episode. SUBSCRIBE * YouTube Podcasts [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcKP282Ii48tD7cQ3LVL8T552VJ7yrqGQ&si=ZSQ-gLaAymfoRTWu] * Pocket Casts [https://pca.st/05blamq5] * Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/03NQdhoTfPYYq5nBxhZrmi?si=TIAfTGkFReeO2hFKclDt7A] * Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sideload-a-9to5google-podcast/id1835505417] * Amazon Music [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/912cba54-f971-441b-b3c1-9f207b6756d2/the-sideload-a-9to5google-podcast] https://youtu.be/ujVVcuQw9E4 HOSTS * Will Sattelberg [https://9to5google.com/author/willsattelberg/] * Daniel Bader [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf8A5rBex49WiyZMnZTvrlw] LISTEN TO MORE 9TO5 PODCASTS * Pixelated [https://9to5google.com/podcasts/alphabet-scoop/] * 9to5Mac Happy Hour [https://9to5mac.com/guides/9to5mac-happy-hour/] * Electrek [https://electrek.co/guides/electrek-podcast/] * Space Explored [https://spaceexplored.com/guides/space-explored-podcast/] FEEDBACK? Drop us a line at gtips@9to5g.com [gtips@9to5g.com], leave a comment on the post, or reach out to our producer [will@9to5mac.com]. And for even more Android discussion, dive into the official 9to5Google forums [https://9to5google.com/forums/]!

Your Google I/O 2026 Primer with Ben Schoon

Welcome to episode 34 of The Sideload, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Will is joined by 9to5's own Ben Schoon as he breaking his usual release schedule to bring you a guide on what to expect next week at Google I/O 2026. Sponsored by NordVPN: Listeners to The Sideload can save up to 76% on a two-year subscription alongside four extra months for absolutely free by signing up for NordVPN using this link [https://go.nordvpn.net/SHAyj]. Thanks to NordVPN for sponsoring this week’s episode. SUBSCRIBE * YouTube Podcasts [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcKP282Ii48tD7cQ3LVL8T552VJ7yrqGQ&si=ZSQ-gLaAymfoRTWu] * Pocket Casts [https://pca.st/05blamq5] * Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/03NQdhoTfPYYq5nBxhZrmi?si=TIAfTGkFReeO2hFKclDt7A] * Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sideload-a-9to5google-podcast/id1835505417] * Amazon Music [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/912cba54-f971-441b-b3c1-9f207b6756d2/the-sideload-a-9to5google-podcast] https://youtu.be/KHhLdYxo4M8 HOSTS * Will Sattelberg [https://9to5google.com/author/willsattelberg/] * Ben Schoon [https://9to5google.com/author/nexusben1/] LISTEN TO MORE 9TO5 PODCASTS * Pixelated [https://9to5google.com/podcasts/alphabet-scoop/] * 9to5Mac Happy Hour [https://9to5mac.com/guides/9to5mac-happy-hour/] * Electrek [https://electrek.co/guides/electrek-podcast/] * Space Explored [https://spaceexplored.com/guides/space-explored-podcast/] FEEDBACK? Drop us a line at gtips@9to5g.com [gtips@9to5g.com], leave a comment on the post, or reach out to our producer [will@9to5mac.com]. And for even more Android discussion, dive into the official 9to5Google forums [https://9to5google.com/forums/]!

You (Probably) Can't Buy the Best Smartphone Cameras with Nick Gray

Welcome to episode 33 of The Sideload, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Will welcomes Phandroid's Editor-in-Chief Nick Gray to the show to discuss his time spent with Oppo's Find X9 Ultra and Vivo's X300 Ultra. They might not be on your wishlist for your next Android phone, but Nick discusses what makes their cameras so exceptional, what it's like using an imported phone as your daily driver, and whether we'll ever see some of the best aspects on display here come to North American devices. Sponsored by NordVPN: Listeners to The Sideload can save up to 76% on a two-year subscription alongside four extra months for absolutely free by signing up for NordVPN using this link [https://go.nordvpn.net/SHAyj]. Thanks to NordVPN for sponsoring this week’s episode. SUBSCRIBE * YouTube Podcasts [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcKP282Ii48tD7cQ3LVL8T552VJ7yrqGQ&si=ZSQ-gLaAymfoRTWu] * Pocket Casts [https://pca.st/05blamq5] * Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/03NQdhoTfPYYq5nBxhZrmi?si=TIAfTGkFReeO2hFKclDt7A] * Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sideload-a-9to5google-podcast/id1835505417] * Amazon Music [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/912cba54-f971-441b-b3c1-9f207b6756d2/the-sideload-a-9to5google-podcast] https://youtu.be/D78jA7Nd_w0 HOSTS * Will Sattelberg [https://9to5google.com/author/willsattelberg/] * Nick Gray [https://phandroid.com/author/nickmgray/] * Check out Nick's videos on YouTube! [https://www.youtube.com/@phandroid/videos] LISTEN TO MORE 9TO5 PODCASTS * Pixelated [https://9to5google.com/podcasts/alphabet-scoop/] * 9to5Mac Happy Hour [https://9to5mac.com/guides/9to5mac-happy-hour/] * Electrek [https://electrek.co/guides/electrek-podcast/] * Space Explored [https://spaceexplored.com/guides/space-explored-podcast/] FEEDBACK? Drop us a line at gtips@9to5g.com [gtips@9to5g.com], leave a comment on the post, or reach out to our producer [will@9to5mac.com]. And for even more Android discussion, dive into the official 9to5Google forums [https://9to5google.com/forums/]!

Why Your Next Phone Might Be a Downgrade with Steve Radochia

Welcome to episode 32 of The Sideload, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Will welcomes YouTuber and podcaster Steve Radochia back to the show to take a deep dive on Motorola's latest Razrs. What does it mean for the industry — and for your next phone — when price hikes start being accompanied by tangible downgrades? They also talk about Steve's new podcast Old's Cool and spend five minutes debating the merits of each Ocean's film. Sponsored by NordVPN: Listeners to The Sideload can save up to 76% on a two-year subscription alongside four extra months for absolutely free by signing up for NordVPN using this link [https://go.nordvpn.net/SHAyj]. Thanks to NordVPN for sponsoring this week’s episode. SUBSCRIBE * YouTube Podcasts [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcKP282Ii48tD7cQ3LVL8T552VJ7yrqGQ&si=ZSQ-gLaAymfoRTWu] * Pocket Casts [https://pca.st/05blamq5] * Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/03NQdhoTfPYYq5nBxhZrmi?si=TIAfTGkFReeO2hFKclDt7A] * Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sideload-a-9to5google-podcast/id1835505417] https://youtu.be/Cs4EUH7oFqw TIMECODES * 00:00:00 - Intro and the Downgrade Problem * 00:36:05 - Quick Galaxy Z TriFold Thoughts * 00:41:50 - Old's Cool Tech * 00:59:09 - Wrap-up HOSTS * Will Sattelberg [https://9to5google.com/author/willsattelberg/] * Steve Radochia * Check out his new podcast here! [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf8A5rBex49WiyZMnZTvrlw] LISTEN TO MORE 9TO5 PODCASTS * Pixelated [https://9to5google.com/podcasts/alphabet-scoop/] * 9to5Mac Happy Hour [https://9to5mac.com/guides/9to5mac-happy-hour/] * Electrek [https://electrek.co/guides/electrek-podcast/] * Space Explored [https://spaceexplored.com/guides/space-explored-podcast/] FEEDBACK? Drop us a line at gtips@9to5g.com [gtips@9to5g.com], leave a comment on the post, or reach out to our producer [will@9to5mac.com]. And for even more Android discussion, dive into the official 9to5Google forums [https://9to5google.com/forums/]!