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.



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New Android malware uses AI to click on hidden browser ads
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-android-malware-uses-ai-to-click-on-hidden-browser-ads/

https://redd.it/1qjxgou
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Utah is trying to make Android the "Official state mobile operating system"
https://le.utah.gov/~2026/bills/static/SB0138.html

https://redd.it/1qk50o6
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Epic may have carved out a special new product deal with Google that the judge is letting them keep secret.
https://www.theverge.com/policy/866110/epic-may-have-carved-out-a-special-new-product-deal-with-google-that-the-judge-is-letting-them-keep-secret

https://redd.it/1qk6z7d
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Google Photos preps a new look for sharing pics, but could lose a useful tool (share sheet) - Android Authority
https://www.androidauthority.com/google-photos-sharing-3634367/

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Why AOSP builds take forever (and what actually helps reduce the wait time)

I’ve spent a lot of time working with large AOSP trees (automotive + embedded), and one thing that keeps coming up is how much build time teams quietly accept as “normal.”

What surprised me most over time wasn’t just how long builds take but *why* they take that long.

In practice, it’s usually not the size of AOSP alone. A big chunk of the pain comes from:

* Rebuilding the same framework and native components again and again across branches and CI
* Dependency bottlenecks high in the tree that leave cores idle
* Optimizing local machines while ignoring redundancy across the team

I wrote a longer breakdown of where AOSP build time actually goes, what helps (and what doesn’t), and the trade-offs teams run into when they try to speed things up.

If you’re dealing with long AOSP or embedded Android builds, I’m genuinely curious:
**what’s been the biggest issue for you?**

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Do you still own a physical scanner, or is your Android phone enough now?

I realised recently I haven’t touched a physical scanner in years - all my adult paperwork (contracts, receipts, uni/HR forms) goes through my phone now. On Android I’m using a small app called Scanium as my default: open it, scan the page on the desk, tweak the borders if needed and save a PDF I can email or drop into Drive. Curious how it looks for others: are you fully phone-only for scanning these days, and which Android scanner app ended up sticking for you long term? 🙃

https://redd.it/1qjylk4
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Dev I built RendrFlow: A privacy first, 100% offline AI Upscaler that runs entirely on-device (No cloud uploads)

Hi r/Android,

I am the developer of RendrFlow.

I built this app because I was tired of "free" upscalers that force you to upload your personal photos to a cloud server or hit you with a paywall after 3 edits. I believed our modern smartphones (Snapdragon/Tensor/Exynos chips) were powerful enough to handle these tasks locally, so I created an app that does exactly that.

try it:

If you have old, low-resolution photos or blurry shots that you want to fix without sharing them with a third-party server, this app is for you.

working (The Tech):

RendrFlow utilizes TensorFlow Lite and Android NNAPI to run Super Resolution models directly on your device’s hardware.

\- 100% Offline: You can put your phone in Airplane mode and it works perfectly.

\- Privacy: No data mining, no accounts, and no uploads. Your photos stay yours.

\- Optimization: It utilizes TFLite delegates to accelerate processing on your GPU/CPU.

Main Features:

\- AI Super Resolution: Upscale up to 16x (Choice of "High" speed or "Ultra" detail).

\- Background Removal: Instantly create transparent PNGs.

\- Batch Tools: Queue multiple images to upscale or convert (JPEG/PNG/WEBP/PDF) while you do other things.

Device Support:

I’ve optimized it for modern Android devices. Since it relies on your hardware, results may be faster on flagship chips , but it is fully functional on mid-range devices too.

Link:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.saif.example.imageupscaler

I’d love for you to give it a spin and let me know how the inference speed feels on your specific device model!

https://redd.it/1qjpi17
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Leak: Standard Oppo Find X10 To Feature 200MP Periscope Telephoto Lens
https://www.notebookcheck.net/Oppo-Find-X10-Major-camera-upgrade-tipped-for-next-gen-standard-model.1210699.0.html

https://redd.it/1qkl96j
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Tank X ruggedphone combines 1080p DLP projector with 17,600mAh battery and Android 15
https://www.notebookcheck.net/Tank-X-smartphone-combines-1080p-DLP-projector-with-17-600mAh-battery-and-16GB-RAM.1209369.0.html

https://redd.it/1qkl5k2
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Daily Superthread (Jan 23 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

https://redd.it/1qkq7q3
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"It sounded like popcorn": Inside a Galaxy S25 Plus fire, and what to learn from it
https://www.androidauthority.com/samsung-galaxy-s25-plus-fire-user-experience-learnings-3634743/

https://redd.it/1qkrbz9
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Honor Magic V6's impressive battery capacity officially confirmed by 3C
https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_magic_v6_battery_size_3c-news-71225.php

https://redd.it/1qktvjz
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Realme Neo8 comes with Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, an 8,000mAh battery, and an IP69 rating
https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_neo8_comes_with_snapdragon_8_gen_5_an_8000mah_battery_and_ip69_rating-news-71211.php

https://redd.it/1qku8rx
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What app do you use daily?

What are some small apps or tools you genuinely use every day?

Not big social media apps like Instagram or TikTok — I’m more curious about simple utilities or tools that quietly stay on your phone and actually get used daily.

https://redd.it/1qkp9t4
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Samsung is saving its best displays for iPhones, not Galaxies
https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_is_saving_its_best_displays_for_iphones_not_galaxies-news-71208.php

https://redd.it/1qkheo6
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