Project GEM (and the problem with Essential), Nokia 7.2 review, and another Huawei GMS workaround with Florence Ion of All About Android

It's time for episode 132 of the Mobile Tech Podcast with guestwith Florence Ion of All About Android-- brought to you by Audible. In today's show, we discuss the latest Huawei Mate 30 Pro GMS workaround (which is already gone) and Project GEM -- a new tall and narrow phone from Essential that comes with a lot of baggage. There's a lot to digest right here, so hang on tight, OK? We also review the Nokia 7.2 and Alcatel Go Flip 3, then briefly revisit the OnePlus 7T, Nubia Z20, and Oppo Reno 2. Finally, we cover news from HTC and Teracube.

Episode Links:

• Support the podcast with Audible:http://AudibleTrial.com/MobileTech
•  Florence Ion: https://twitter.com/ohthatflo
•  Florence's new podcast: http://honestlytechpod.com/
• My OnePlus 7T review: https://geekspin.co/oneplus-7t-review/
•  My Nubia Z20 unboxing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1O5ktgKAscQ
• My Oppo Reno 2 unboxing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phpgNH-BNQo
• Another Huawei GMS workaround: https://www.xda-developers.com/huawei-mate-30-pro-install-google-apps-new-workaround-hisuite-backup-restore/
• Essential Project GEM: https://www.engadget.com/2019/10/08/essential-phone-rubin-tall/
• The problem with Essential: https://www.androidpolice.com/2019/10/09/regarding-essential-a-letter-from-the-editor-in-chief/
• Nokia 7.2: https://www.androidpolice.com/2019/09/30/nokia-7-2-review/
• Alcatel Go Flip 3: https://www.androidpolice.com/2019/10/07/this-is-the-first-feature-phone-in-america-with-google-assistant/
• HTC wants to come back: https://www.androidauthority.com/htc-premium-smartphones-1037729/
• Teracube phone: https://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/teracube-phone-news/