Android Faithful A Gemini-Powered Siri
Apr 1, 2026
They dig into Google’s new sideloading developer verification and what it means for Android. Rumors about Pixel 11 design shifts and removed sensors get a close look. Siri possibly using Gemini and Apple’s AI marketing hire spark AI conversation. Swift’s new Android SDK and rapid XR prototyping tools for building VR/AR apps also get attention.
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Swift Officially Supports Android Development
- Patrons voted Swift for Android as the top community story, marking Swift 6.3's official Android SDK release.
- Jason and Ron explained this enables native Android development in Swift and easier cross-platform ports from iOS.
Unihertz Titan II Keyboard Phone Sells Fast On Kickstarter
- Physical keyboard phones are back: Unihertz Titan II Elite 2 Kickstarter surged past $2M in pre-orders.
- Ron described the device's QWERTY keyboard, AMOLED screen, Android 16, red programmable button, and orange color option.
Walmart Expands Low-Cost Google TV Hardware Line
- Walmart's ONN brand plans a new 4K Google TV stick and set-top box using a Realtek RTD1325 chipset to offer low-cost streaming hardware.
- Florence flagged the devices as value entries with modest internals aimed at price-conscious shoppers.