Mobile Roar 126: Huawei Mate 8 review, LG’s wacky MWC invites, and Microsoft hate

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This week we’re talking about our review of the Huawei Mate 8. Is incredible hardware enough to overcome bad software? We’re also talking about Google being more valuable than Apple, LG’s wacky invites to Mobile World Congress, the death (?) of Windows Phone, awesome mirrors, and YouTube drama. Thanks for watching/listening!

Top Stories

• Huawei Mate 8 Review

Quick Hits

• Android Wear’s Marshmallow update rolling out now
• Google preparing to take more control over Nexus line
• Alphabet (Google) more valuable than Apple
• LG sends out wacky waving inflatable arm flailing tube man invite
• Is Windows Phone dead?
• Galaxy S7 confirmed for Feb 21st, March 11th launch, renders leak out
• Honor 5X is now available
• Huawei also revealing new device on February 21st

Wins/Fails

• Joe: Awesome Android mirror / The Fine Bros drama
• Chris: Jolla can’t guarantee refunds / Uber logo is horrible
• Ashley: Play Music Podcast support / Microsoft buys SwiftKey

App Picks

• Joe: EarlyBird
• Chris: Chromer (again)
• Ashley: Crashlands

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