Mobile Roar 134: Rumored HTC Nexus devices, expensive watch straps, and Chromebooks!

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We’re back to talk more about the HTC 10, two rumored HTC Nexus devices, LG’s poor Q1 earnings, and expensive watch bands from Google. We also discuss Nintendo’s mobile plans, Google Play for Chrome OS, and Chris has something on his wrist he doesn’t want to talk about. Thanks for watching/listening!

Top Stories

• The HTC 10 is awesome
• HTC Nexus rumors

Quick Hits

• LG’s mobile division announces $168 million loss
• MODE straps are cool but expensive
• Another app falls to Twitter limit, but it has been restored
• Chrome OS might soon get the Play Store
• Samsung can’t decide on Edge display for Note 6
• Nintendo is bringing Animal Crossing and Fire Emblem to smartphones

Wins/Fails

• Joe: Triby is a cool kitchen hub with Alexa / Acer Liquid Zest Plus name fail
• Chris: HP Chromebook looks hot / Walmart causing mobile payment fragmentation
• Ashley: Leaked Pokemon Go footage / Nexus 6P got stuck in a boot loop had to factory reset

App Picks

• Joe: Airtime
• Chris: Chipotle (now supports Android fingerprint API)
• Ashley: Power Button Flashlight

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