Mobile Roar 98: Google Play Music goes free, Pebble Time first impressions, and cracked phones

Streaming music services are a hot topic these days, especially those with free options. So what does Google do? They make Google Play Music radio free with ads. We also get to talk about Chris’ first impressions of the Pebble Time, and his story about breaking yet another phone. Thanks for watching/listening!

News

• Google Play Music adds free radio music streaming
• Google Jump VR (16 GoPro) camera rig
• Chris got a free Google Cardboard from Adult Swim, Conan’s Google Cardboard
• OnePlus 2 will have USB Type-C, S10 that doesn’t overheat, over $322
• Pebble Time up for pre-ordered, Chris’ first impressions
• iOS 9 can uninstall/re-install apps to make room for updates
• LG G4 hasn’t met sales forecast, but is still doing well
• Phandroid website poll, Email app poll

Wins/Fails

• Joe: Android 5.1.1 on Moto 360 / Last Nokia employees leave Microsoft
• Chris: Project Fi invite / Pokemon Jukebox is dumb
• Ashley: Pivotal Living Tracker for $15 /

App Picks

• Joe: Timr Watch Face
• Chris: Minima/Fracta Live Wallpaper
• Ashley: Curated

Email Question: Daquane Johnson

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