MediaTek Unveils Dimensity 9500s and Dimensity 8500 to Propel Performance, Gaming and Efficiency in Flagship and Premium Smartphones
https://www.mediatek.com/press-room/mediatek-unveils-dimensity-9500s-and-dimensity-8500-to-propel-performance-gaming-and-efficiency-in-flagship-and-premium-smartphones

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Flagship power with an XXL battery - Honor Magic8 Pro smartphone review
https://www.notebookcheck.net/Flagship-power-with-an-XXL-battery-Honor-Magic8-Pro-smartphone-review.1204159.0.html

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iOS 26.3 Hints at Improved iPhone-to-Android Texting Coming Soon
https://www.macrumors.com/2026/01/13/ios-26-rcs-3-future-benefits/

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IDC: China Smartphone Market Declined 0.8% in 4Q25, With Apple Reclaiming the Top Spot with Double-Digit Growth
https://www.idc.com/resource-center/press-releases/china-4q25-phones/

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Worldwide Smartphone Market Grows 2.3% in Q4 2025, Driven by Strong Performances from Samsung and Apple, according to IDC
https://www.idc.com/resource-center/press-releases/q425mobilephonetop5/

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Gemini introduces Personal Intelligence
https://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/products/gemini-app/personal-intelligence/

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Honor confirms the Magic8 Pro Air's 5500 mah battery capacity
https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_confirms_the_magic8_pro_airs_battery_capacity-news-71137.php

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The Phone That "Made" The Notch.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MqcU44mIOJw

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Here's how Google's getting ready for Android's upcoming sideloading restrictions
https://www.androidauthority.com/install-without-verifying-3633199/

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Another certification confirms the vivo X300 Ultra's global release
https://www.gsmarena.com/another_certification_confirms_the_vivo_x300_ultras_global_release-news-71144.php

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Updates to the community

Hello r/Android we are going to be updating parts of the sub in the coming weeks.

* reinstating the weekly threads soon
* Update the wiki
* curated\_android will deal with mega threads now

If you have any questions please comment them below

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Nex Computer unveils $549 smartphone that runs Android, Linux, and Windows 11
https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/windows-11/nexdock-is-building-a-new-windows-phone-that-you-can-buy-in-2026-meet-the-nexphone-with-windows-11

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Verizon carriers start switching to 365-day device unlock policy, up from 60 days
https://9to5google.com/2026/01/20/verizon-device-unlock-policy-365-day/

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Here's how the iQOO 15 Ultra's huge active cooling fan will work
https://www.gsmarena.com/heres_how_the_iqoo_15_ultras_huge_active_cooling_fan_will_work-news-71200.php

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What is the launcher to switch from Nova?

After the Instabridge thing maybe I should switch launcher? What should I switch to?

I might get a Z Flip 7 soon so preferably something that supports flippables

Also I don't really care about features, I just want a basic launcher which supports texture packs, has a good app drawer, etc

Rn idk if I should get​ Smart Launcher, Lawnchair, or Octopi or anything else

I heard good about Niagara but turns out it's different style it seems

Maybe stick to stock Samsung launcher iif I do switch?

Unsure

Also I use Icon Pack Studio from Smart Launcher but with IPS Exporter

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Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica Edition review - GSMArena
https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_17_ultra_leica_edition-review-2922.php

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Review of Leica Leitz Phone 3

I just recently bought it from a dealer. The condition is wonderful. It doesn't even have any scratches.

It's basically the Sharp Aquos R8 Pro but redesigned and supervised by Leica. The back material is plastic, to be honest (Polyacrylic), but the feeling when I touch it is the same as I felt on a Leica camera. The design of this phone reminds me of the Leica M8.

It has the IMX989 1-inch camera sensor and a Summicron lens (wide angle). It comes with Leitz Looks, which simulates the look of the Summilux 28, Summilux 35, and Noctilux 50 (I don't see any differences, honestly). It contains Leica color schemes: Monochrome, Cinema Classic, Cinema Contemporary, Enhanced, and Vivid. But I only choose Monochrome most of the time. It also has aperture simulation, from F/1.2 to F/5.6. In fact, its quality depends on the depth of field. If the subject is separated from the background, the bokeh will be smooth. But if the subject is too close to the background, such as against a wall, the algorithm will misidentify it, and the bokeh will look unnatural and encroach on the subject.

In daily life, the experience when shooting is great. This phone is suitable for street photography because of the wide-angle lens. I can shoot for a long period of time without stopping the camera because the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 is cooler than the previous generation (Yep, Leitz Phone 2 running Snap 8 Gen 1 and Leitz Phone 1 running Snap 888 were both too hot; shooting for a short period of time would make the camera stop).

I don't play any games, so I cannot give you any gaming experience.

All the reasons that made me buy this phone are the Leitz logo and the 1-inch sensor. For me, I'm satisfied with this device and the camera experience it provides. It's not perfect, nor is it suitable as a primary phone, but the feeling it gives me makes me feel like I'm holding a Leica camera in the form of a phone.

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This is the magnetic Qi2 battery pack for the Samsung Galaxy S26.
https://winfuture.de/news,156292.html

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Here's the chipset powering the OnePlus Nord 6
https://www.gsmarena.com/heres_the_chipset_powering_the_oneplus_nord_6-news-71192.php

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Still don't have the Pixel January 2026 update? You're not alone!
https://www.androidauthority.com/pixel-january-2026-update-missing-3634459/

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Daily Superthread (Jan 22 2026) - Your daily thread for questions, device recommendations and general discussions!

Note 1. Check MoronicMondayAndroid, which serves as a repository for our retired weekly threads. Just pick any thread and Ctrl-F your way to wisdom!



Note 2. Join our IRC and Telegram chat-rooms! Please see our wiki for instructions.



Please post your questions here. Feel free to use this thread for general questions/discussion as well.



The r/Android wiki has a list of recommended phones and covers most areas, the links have been added below. Any suggestions or changes are welcome. Please contact us if you would like to help maintain this section.



Entry level devices



Midrange section



Flagship section

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