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Pixel Power Podcast

Pixel Power Podcast

By Steven Combs

A podcast devoted to getting the most out of your Google-powered device. Learn beginning and advanced tips for the Google Pixel Phone (Android), Google Pixelbook (Chrome OS), Nest Home Hub and all the other devices powered by Google software and services.
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0037: Pixel 4 XL Ramblings

Pixel Power PodcastOct 29, 2019

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44:49
0049: All Addendum, All the Time
Sep 29, 202027:00
0048: Pixel Buds!

0048: Pixel Buds!

In this episode, I talk about a new addition to my Pixel powered devices, the Pixel Buds 2. Are these the ear buds I am looking for? Almost, but you'll have to listen to understand what I mean. I know, I know. It's been awhile and I make formal apologies during the introduction. Thanks for continuing to subscribe! I missed the show and the listeners, so please let me know you are still out there by sending me a message.

Link to show notes:

https://www.pixelpowerpodcast.com/0048

Aug 09, 202035:26
0047: Linux Apps with Flatpak

0047: Linux Apps with Flatpak

In this episode I share my favorite Crostini (Linux) application manager; [Flatpak](https://www.flatpak.org). Flatpak makes the installation and management of current versions of Linux applications easy. I also take some extra time for an updated Addendum and say thanks to a few listeners.

Show Notes at: https://www.pixelpowerpodcast.com/0047

More Linux Information at: https://www.pixelpowerpodcast.com/linux

**Programming note:** Pixel Buds 2 are on their way. Look for a full discussion and review in a future episode.

May 31, 202034:15
0046: Progressive Web Applications (PWAs)
Apr 29, 202031:12
0045: COVID-19 Catch Up
Apr 11, 202025:14
0044: Part 3 - Using IFTTT with G Suite

0044: Part 3 - Using IFTTT with G Suite

This is part three of a three-part series on the use of the free service IFTTT to automate actions on an Android phone, Google Assistant, or G Suite applications. In this episode we learn to use IFTTT with G Suite applications, Calendar, Drive, Docs and Sheets. In the Addendum, I have lots of great updates as well as a few tips to make your Pixel-powered life even better! And just wait until you hear the wonderful ā€œclickity-clackā€ of my newest keyboard.

Show notes available at:

https://www.pixelpowerpodcast.com/0044

Mar 08, 202028:06
0043: Part 2 - Using IFTTT with Google Assistant

0043: Part 2 - Using IFTTT with Google Assistant

This is part two of a three-part series on the use of the free service IFTTT to automate actions on the Pixel Phone, Google Assistant, or G Suite applications. In this episode we learn to use IFTTT with the Google Assistant available on our phones, tablets, and hubs. In the Addendum, I drop hints about a new Lenovo Smart Tab Android tablet complete with unboxing video!

Show notes at: https://www.pixelpowerpodcast.com/0043

Feb 17, 202023:09
0042: Part 1 - Using IFTTT on a Pixel or Android Phone

0042: Part 1 - Using IFTTT on a Pixel or Android Phone

This is part one of a three-part series on the use of the free service IFTTT to automate actions on the Pixel Phone, Google Assistant, or G Suite. In this episode we begin using IFTTT with our Pixel or Android phones. If you really want to up your Pixel-powered game, learn how to create IFTTT applets to automate functions on your phone.

Show notes available at: https://www.pixelpowerpodcast.com/0042

Jan 30, 202022:22
0041: A New Year and a New Pixel Power Podcast

0041: A New Year and a New Pixel Power Podcast

It's a new year and a new Pixel Power Podcast. What's new? For one, I set a timer for 20 minutes and do my best to stick to it. Get it? 20 for 2020? There's also a new web site for the podcast at the original URL: https://www.pixelpowerpodcast.com. The new look comes from the website's move from Google Sites to GitHub pages. The design is minimal but more functional and easier to maintain.

Some things stay the same. You will still find a main topic (in this episode I discuss pixel and Google related holiday gifts given and received), the Addendum segment where I talk about living a pixel-powered life, and the same quality show notes you've come to expect. It's now in a more compact version. I hope you like the changes. Be sure to use the feedback options (described at the bottom of the page) to let me know what you think.

Show notes at: https://www.pixelpowerpodcast.com/0041

Jan 12, 202020:05
0040: Holiday Hiatus
Dec 19, 201925:03
0039: Part II ā€“ Become a Chrome OS Keyboard Master
Nov 26, 201928:09
0038: Part I ā€“ Become a Chrome OS Keyboard Master
Nov 12, 201950:02
Pixel Power Podcast trailer
Nov 09, 201900:23
0037: Pixel 4 XL Ramblings
Oct 29, 201944:49
0036: Ad Hoc - Made by Google Event 2019 (Warning. Ramblings ahead!)
Oct 15, 201941:10
0035: Gboard
Oct 13, 201948:13
0034: My Favs Part VI: Android Apps
Sep 23, 201941:12
0033: My Favs Part V: Chrome Browser Extensions
Sep 08, 201940:49
0032: My Favs Part IV: Chrome OS Flags
Aug 26, 201931:56
0031: Pixelbook & Pixel Slate

0031: Pixelbook & Pixel Slate

[2019-08-11] I take a half-time break in the six-part series of "My Favs" to share my thoughts on the Google Pixel Slate (m3).Ā 

Regular listeners know I use a Google Pixelbook (i5) almost daily; however, for the past three weeks, I've used a new Pixel Slate exclusively.Ā 

In this short episode, I share my thoughts. No addendum this week, but that segment will return next week as I continue to chronicle my pixel-powered life.

Brief show notes and images available at:

https://www.pixelpowerpodcast.com/episodes/0031

Aug 17, 201936:14
0030: My Favs Part III: Chrome for Android Flags
Aug 05, 201943:05
0029: My Favs Part II: Android Apps on Chrome OS
Jul 22, 201942:28
0028: My Favs Part I: Chrome OS Applications
Jul 07, 201940:20
0027: Android Q beta 4 test drive
Jun 23, 201935:21
0026: Termux on the Pixel Phone
Jun 09, 201927:53
2019-06-03 Program Update (Sorry, no new episode this week!)

2019-06-03 Program Update (Sorry, no new episode this week!)

Short programming update and teaser for the next episode. Recorded using the Anchor.fm application on my Pixel Phone.

Visit anchor.fm/pixelpowerpodcast/message and click the ā€œStart recording nowā€ button to leave me a voice message.
Jun 03, 201901:47
0025: Linux on Chrome OS (Part 4)
May 27, 201946:23
0024: Linux on Chrome OS (Part 3)
May 19, 201930:23
0023: Ad Hoc - Google I/O 2019
May 08, 201914:56
0022: Linux on Chrome OS (Part 2)
Apr 29, 201933:13
0021: Linux on Chrome OS (Part 1)
Apr 22, 201927:24
0020: Google Sites promise fulfilled

0020: Google Sites promise fulfilled

[Episode Date: 2019-04-15] Promised way back in episode 0001, I finally share my thoughts on the use of Google Sites and how you can create a free online presence. As always, I share some interesting items from the past week in the Addendum segment and then end of the show with the latest Google related news and at the beginning of the show I opine about some related tech topics.

Show notes available at:

https://www.pixelpowerpodcast.com/episodes/0020

Apr 15, 201952:30
0019: It doesn't look like a laptop!
Apr 09, 201935:30
0018: What's new with Android Q?
Mar 25, 201925:09
0017: What will you todoist today?

0017: What will you todoist today?

[Episode Date: 2019-03-17] In this episode, I end my three-part series on getting things done (GTD) by sharing my favorite task and project management application; Todoist. I share a complete look at the application on multiple devices, and throughout the episode, I share tips on how to get the most out of this productivity powerhouse. As always, I open with "The Addendum" and close with the latest news; and there are some fun and big news items this week!

Show notes available at https://www.pixelpowerpodcast.com/episodes/0017

Mar 17, 201940:03
0016: Conversations with GTaskD creator, Kevin Micke

0016: Conversations with GTaskD creator, Kevin Micke

[Episode Date: 2019-03-10] In part two, of a three-part series on getting things done (GTD), I have a conversation with Kevin Micke, creator of GTaskD; a new web front end for Google Tasks. Before our conversation though, I share a few observations and tips in the Addendum segment and end the show with the latest Pixel-related news. A special Pixel Powered thanks to Kevin for taking the time on 2019-03-09 to record.

Show notes at: https://www.pixelpowerpodcast.com/episodes/0016

Mar 11, 201931:40
0015: \u201CGit \u2019R Dun\u201D w/ Google Keep & Tasks
Mar 05, 201935:57
0014: Warts and allā€¦
Feb 24, 201922:50
0013: PDF Palooza

0013: PDF Palooza

In Episode 0013 (2019-02-17), I discuss tools (Kami, Xodo, and the built-in PDF viewer) to help you manage, organize, edit and annotate PDF files on your Pixel devices. During the show, I also clear up some episode numbering confusion, give a few shout-outs and talk about my new social media strategy chaos.

Feb 18, 201936:50
Ad Hoc 0001: I Heart Google Duo
Feb 12, 201901:57
0012: Remote Conundrum
Feb 08, 201953:36
0011: Analog to Digital
Jan 28, 201933:06
0010: Google Keep, Part Deux

0010: Google Keep, Part Deux

In Episode 0010 (2019-01-20) Ā I return to our Google Keep series. In the first episode of the series, episode 0008, I focused on the basics of Google Keep. In this episode, you will learn how to integrate Google Keep data into Google Docs and use advanced features. I do this by sharing my podcast preparation workflow. Lastly, I share the latest news including the new Pixel 3 Lite leak.

Be sure to check out the show notes where you can find a complete outline of the show as well as links. Share with your friends and remember to post those reviews!

Jan 21, 201928:18
0009: New Year, New Google News
Jan 14, 201920:05
0008: Google Keep, Part 1
Jan 07, 201929:13
0007: Pixel, Google Pixel.

0007: Pixel, Google Pixel.

Episode 0007 (2018-12-30) seems like the perfect opportunity to focus on gadgets and to learn what Santa left under the Christmas tree in 2018.

Be sure to check out the show notes at http://www.pixelpowerpodcast.com/episodes/0007 where you can find an outline of the show as well as links. Share with your friends and remember to post those reviews!

Thanks to JayMan for the spy-themed, and copyright free, music (see attribution at the bottoms of the show notes).

Dec 30, 201821:42
0006: Last Minute Tips and Deals
Dec 23, 201812:50
0005: On the Road Again
Dec 16, 201812:16
0004: Its Christmas Time in Google City
Dec 07, 201820:12
0003: Project Fi now Google Fi
Dec 03, 201825:08