The Sideload: A 9to5Google Podcast

Welcome to episode 38 of The Sideload, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Will is joined by Peter Huber of Niagara Launcher to discuss the origins of Niagara, what it's like maintaining a launcher in 2026, their partnership with the upcoming Clicks Communicator and so much more.

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Welcome to episode 37 of The Sideload, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Will is joined by Andrew Romero to discuss the ongoing rise of smart glasses, what brands are nailing the basics, and what to expect from Google's entry into the market later this year. Plus, live-ish reactions to the Steam Machine's pricing.

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Welcome to episode 36 of The Sideload, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Will is joined by Android Authority's Joe Maring to discuss Health Coach, Google's latest fitness-focused chatbot launched alongside the Fitbit Air.

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Welcome to episode 35 of The Sideload, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Will is joined by 9to5‘s Daniel Bader to discuss looking for positivity in gadgets, unplugging from the internet, the joys of Niagara Launcher, and much more.

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Welcome to episode 34 of The Sideload, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Will is joined by 9to5's own Ben Schoon as he breaking his usual release schedule to bring you a guide on what to expect next week at Google I/O 2026.

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