Poco officially reveals more M8 specs
https://www.gsmarena.com/poco_officially_reveals_more_m8_specs-news-70925.php
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Poco officially reveals more M8 specs
It's getting fully official on January 8. Poco is making the M8 official on January 8 (how fitting!), and ahead of that it's now officially revealed more...
Asus to pause new smartphone launches in 2026, maintain mobile operations
https://www.digitimes.com/news/a20260102PD236/smartphone-asus-taiwan-mobile-market.html
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Asus to pause new smartphone launches in 2026, maintain mobile operations
Smartphone distributors in Taiwan have recently said they are no longer able to obtain Asus handsets through local agents and claimed they had received information indicating that Asus's smartphone unit would operate only through December 31, 2025, after…
This privacy-first smartphone draws a hard line between trusted apps and everything else
https://www.androidauthority.com/punkt-mc03-privacy-smartphone-ces-2026-3628905/
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This privacy-first smartphone draws a hard line between trusted apps and everything else
The new Punkt MC03 is a privacy-focused phone that splits your apps into locked-down and open environments, with clearer controls than before.
[Exclusive] Lee Jae-yong's bold decision to freeze Galaxy prices... How can adding more features be possible? - Maeil Business Newspaper
https://www.mk.co.kr/news/business/11921027
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매일경제
[단독] 이재용의 용단 ‘갤럭시 가격동결’…기능 더 넣는데 어떻게 가능? - 매일경제
‘갤럭시 S26’ 가격 동결 배경은 가격 인상 대신 판매량 수성 4년 연속 S시리즈 가격 유지 애플·中기업 행보도 영향 줘 사양·원가구조 재조정 방향 갤럭시 A 가격은 소폭 인상
Motorola Signature to support a stylus [GSMArena]
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Motorola Signature to support a stylus
It will most likely not be integrated, though. Motorola is getting ready to unveil its next top of the line smartphone, the Signature. The company has been...
evleaks: motorola signature specs
https://xcancel.com/evleaks/status/2007620037322904012
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Device: motorola signature
Processor: Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (3nm)
Expandable Storage: 256GB UFS 4.1 | 512GB UFS 4.1 | 1TB UFS 4.1
Memory (RAM): 12GB LPDDR5X | 16GB LPDDR5X
Security: On-screen ultrasonic fingerprint reader | Face Unlock | ThinkShield…
Processor: Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (3nm)
Expandable Storage: 256GB UFS 4.1 | 512GB UFS 4.1 | 1TB UFS 4.1
Memory (RAM): 12GB LPDDR5X | 16GB LPDDR5X
Security: On-screen ultrasonic fingerprint reader | Face Unlock | ThinkShield…
At what point does an Android phone make more sense than an iPhone?
Saw a real user decision recently that made me rethink the
price vs value debate again.
A user actually moved from an iPhone 17 Pro Max to a POCO F8 Ultra,
mainly because of the hardware-to-price ratio.
The POCO offers:
• 16GB RAM
• 512GB storage
• 90W fast charging (charger included)
• Roughly $550–$570 price range
Of course, iPhones still excel in areas like
camera consistency, video quality, long-term software support
and ecosystem integration.
But when Android devices are offering this level of hardware
at less than half the price, it raises an interesting question:
Where do you personally draw the line between
brand/ecosystem and raw value?
Would hardware value alone ever convince you
to switch platforms, or is ecosystem lock-in the deciding factor?
https://redd.it/1q3dh24
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Saw a real user decision recently that made me rethink the
price vs value debate again.
A user actually moved from an iPhone 17 Pro Max to a POCO F8 Ultra,
mainly because of the hardware-to-price ratio.
The POCO offers:
• 16GB RAM
• 512GB storage
• 90W fast charging (charger included)
• Roughly $550–$570 price range
Of course, iPhones still excel in areas like
camera consistency, video quality, long-term software support
and ecosystem integration.
But when Android devices are offering this level of hardware
at less than half the price, it raises an interesting question:
Where do you personally draw the line between
brand/ecosystem and raw value?
Would hardware value alone ever convince you
to switch platforms, or is ecosystem lock-in the deciding factor?
https://redd.it/1q3dh24
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What Android Launcher Do You Use?
Just switched from an iPhone 16 proac to a Google pixel 10 pro xl. So far I love the phone and all the ai integration and intuition in features. But I found the pixel lay out kind of like a a bland iOS look alike. So I'm currently working with the niagra launcher with a free trial on the pro version. I really like the lay out of it but as a newer android user I'm curious what everyone's favorites have been?
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Just switched from an iPhone 16 proac to a Google pixel 10 pro xl. So far I love the phone and all the ai integration and intuition in features. But I found the pixel lay out kind of like a a bland iOS look alike. So I'm currently working with the niagra launcher with a free trial on the pro version. I really like the lay out of it but as a newer android user I'm curious what everyone's favorites have been?
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Why doesn't Android Auto "just work" with all my media apps?
We have the media session API that provides the basic info and UI for the notification shade and the lock screen and is basically supported by every media app, but for some reason apps need to implement specific support for android auto instead of the ecosystem providing the sane fallback of replicating the shade/lockscreen controls?
Best example of this is probably the main YouTube app. If I'm listening to a podcast on YouTube on background play (let's say for this example this podcast is not available on YouTube Music, Spotify, etc...), I get no info or controls in Android Auto and in some vehicles even so much as changing the volume will switch audio focus to some other app. Obviously I'm not expecting to be able to watch the video but it seems the ecosystem has the tools to integrate the media info and controls, it just doesn't for some reason.
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We have the media session API that provides the basic info and UI for the notification shade and the lock screen and is basically supported by every media app, but for some reason apps need to implement specific support for android auto instead of the ecosystem providing the sane fallback of replicating the shade/lockscreen controls?
Best example of this is probably the main YouTube app. If I'm listening to a podcast on YouTube on background play (let's say for this example this podcast is not available on YouTube Music, Spotify, etc...), I get no info or controls in Android Auto and in some vehicles even so much as changing the volume will switch audio focus to some other app. Obviously I'm not expecting to be able to watch the video but it seems the ecosystem has the tools to integrate the media info and controls, it just doesn't for some reason.
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Clicks Communicator: Rückkehr der Tastatur -
https://gadget-ticker.de/clicks-communicator-rueckkehr-der-tastatur/
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Clicks Communicator: Rückkehr der Tastatur -
Mit dem Clicks Communicator stellt das Unternehmen Clicks ein mobiles Gerät vor, das sich bewusst von aktuellen Smartphone-Trends abgrenzt. Statt großer Displays, Multitasking und App-Überfluss steht hier ein klarer Fokus auf Texteingabe und Kommunikation…
Self-Promotion Launching Scribe, a unique handwriting-based Android launcher, that reinvents how we use our smartphones.
Hi, dear Android enthusiasts!
For months, I've been working on something unique different for the Android home screen and just published it to the Play Store.
The concept: no app-grid, no keyboard. You draw with your fingers to search and launch apps. This is a revolutionary and unique approach on how we interact with our phones. It's 100% offline, tracker-free, and free to use.
I invite you to give the trailer a watch, to see if this might be something for you.
Design philosophy:
Create a much more mindful use of your phone, with heathy natural friction requiring you to need an app to find it, versus dopamine-driven traditional launchers.
Encourages a completely different way to use a touchscreen, since you write with your fingers rather than tap on letters.
Minimal screen (no widgets, no clutter, no apps unless you pin 1 to 3 apps for quick access)
Drawing-first interaction (app drawer is backup, not primary)
Technical highlights:
Real-time ML Kit recognition, to let you control your phone with gestures. Draw "G" for Gmail, "M" for Maps, and so on.
A gesture area allows for quick notification drawer (pull down), full app drawer (pull up), or delete search, open first result, etc.
There is always a keyboard button in case you can't draw. And also a convenient voice search (speak the name of an app, and it'll launch the first match).
Predictive search is enabled by default (learns which apps you typically open after a search). It is entirely private, never leaves your phone and solely logs which app is opened after which character you drew.
Works 100% offline once models are downloaded, with zero tracking or ads.
Handles all sorts of symbols for various languages.
App Shortcuts are fully supported.
Lastly, the app drawer allows you to create folders, sort, have a hidden vault that prevents apps from showing up in search, etc.
This is v1.0 but has been really thoroughly tested. I'd love feedback from this community on features, performance, or gesture ideas! And, more importantly, I wish you a pleasant use if you decide to give it a go :)
Play Store link
Thank you!
Mars Interactive
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Hi, dear Android enthusiasts!
For months, I've been working on something unique different for the Android home screen and just published it to the Play Store.
The concept: no app-grid, no keyboard. You draw with your fingers to search and launch apps. This is a revolutionary and unique approach on how we interact with our phones. It's 100% offline, tracker-free, and free to use.
I invite you to give the trailer a watch, to see if this might be something for you.
Design philosophy:
Create a much more mindful use of your phone, with heathy natural friction requiring you to need an app to find it, versus dopamine-driven traditional launchers.
Encourages a completely different way to use a touchscreen, since you write with your fingers rather than tap on letters.
Minimal screen (no widgets, no clutter, no apps unless you pin 1 to 3 apps for quick access)
Drawing-first interaction (app drawer is backup, not primary)
Technical highlights:
Real-time ML Kit recognition, to let you control your phone with gestures. Draw "G" for Gmail, "M" for Maps, and so on.
A gesture area allows for quick notification drawer (pull down), full app drawer (pull up), or delete search, open first result, etc.
There is always a keyboard button in case you can't draw. And also a convenient voice search (speak the name of an app, and it'll launch the first match).
Predictive search is enabled by default (learns which apps you typically open after a search). It is entirely private, never leaves your phone and solely logs which app is opened after which character you drew.
Works 100% offline once models are downloaded, with zero tracking or ads.
Handles all sorts of symbols for various languages.
App Shortcuts are fully supported.
Lastly, the app drawer allows you to create folders, sort, have a hidden vault that prevents apps from showing up in search, etc.
This is v1.0 but has been really thoroughly tested. I'd love feedback from this community on features, performance, or gesture ideas! And, more importantly, I wish you a pleasant use if you decide to give it a go :)
Play Store link
Thank you!
Mars Interactive
https://redd.it/1q2v0lo
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YouTube
Scribe, a Different Launcher (Trailer)
This short trailer shows what Scribe Launcher is and looks like. More information on my website: https://www.notion.so/Scribe-Search-first-Minimalist-Launche...
iQOO 15 Ultra officially confirmed along with launch window
https://www.notebookcheck.net/iQoo-15-Ultra-officially-confirmed-along-with-launch-window.1196005.0.html
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Notebookcheck
iQoo 15 Ultra officially confirmed along with launch window
After appearing in leaks and rumors, the iQoo 15 Ultra has now been officially confirmed. The company shared the launch window for the upcoming smartphone and teased that it will deliver high performance.
evleaks: motorola razr fold coming later this year
https://xcancel.com/evleaks/status/2007777165178507364
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If you guys think I'm doing solid work here, I'd really appreciate if you'd throw a few bucks my way. It's @EvanBlass at both PayPal and Venmo. Thank you!
Motorola’s First Book-Style Foldable Is Coming — Image Confirms the Razr Fold
https://www.androidheadlines.com/2026/01/motorolas-first-book-style-foldable-is-coming-image-confirms-the-razr-fold.html
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Android Headlines
Motorola’s First Book-Style Foldable Is Coming — Image Confirms the Razr Fold
Motorola is planning to announce its first book-style foldable soon. The Motorola Razr Fold will be its name, based on the information shared by Evan
How Google has Changed the Car with AI! - YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ht1_YKHpQ2E
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YouTube
How Google has CHANGED the Car with AI!
Google’s Gemini AI is now in your car and it can do amazing things for you all while driving. I show you some of its coolest features in this video.
00:00 Intro
00:40 Basic Directions
00:57 Can it find me a free car park?
03:12 Free car park at the airport?…
00:00 Intro
00:40 Basic Directions
00:57 Can it find me a free car park?
03:12 Free car park at the airport?…
2026 mobile tech predictions: Expect shifts in AI, pricing, and features as the market evolves
https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/mobile-tech-market-2026-what-we-expect-want-to-see
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2026 mobile tech predictions: Expect shifts in AI, pricing, and features as the market evolves
Low expectations.
Exclusive: Samsung to double mobile devices powered by Google's Gemini to 800 mln units this year
https://www.reuters.com/world/china/samsung-double-mobile-devices-powered-by-googles-gemini-800-mln-units-this-year-2026-01-05/
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Reuters
Exclusive: Samsung to double AI mobile devices to 800 million units this year
Samsung seeks to reclaim its lost crown from Apple in the smartphone market and fend off competition from Chinese rivals.
Asus confirms discontinuation of Zenfone and ROG Phone for 2026
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Notebookcheck
Asus confirms discontinuation of Zenfone and ROG Phone for 2026
No Zenfone 13 or ROG Phone 10 in 2026. This is the latest news from Taiwan, where Asus is reportedly finding it increasingly difficult to compete with Chinese and Korean brands. The long-term future of Asus' mobile division remains to be seen.
TSMC’s 2nm chips will be significantly more expensive than previous generations
https://www.gsmarena.com/tsmcs_2nm_chips_will_be_significantly_more_expensive_than_previous_generations-news-70951.php
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TSMC’s 2nm chips will be significantly more expensive than previous generations
2026 flagship phones are expected to get a significant price hike. While Samsung already announced the world’s first 2nm chip with its Exynos 2600, which...