Daily Superthread (Feb 09 2026) - Your daily thread for questions, device recommendations and general discussions!
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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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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/1r03o25
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Reddit
r/Android
Android news, reviews, tips, and discussions about rooting, tutorials, and apps. General discussion about devices is welcome. Please direct technical support, upgrade questions, buy/sell, app recommendations, and carrier-related issues to other subreddits.
Discord will require a face scan or ID for full access next month
https://www.theverge.com/tech/875309/discord-age-verification-global-roll-out
https://redd.it/1r087kc
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https://www.theverge.com/tech/875309/discord-age-verification-global-roll-out
https://redd.it/1r087kc
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The Verge
Discord will require a face scan or ID for full access next month
Age verification for all.
A rare look inside Google's most secretive Pixel Hardware Labs
https://www.androidauthority.com/google-pixel-hardware-labs-tour-3638851/
https://redd.it/1r07mcl
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https://www.androidauthority.com/google-pixel-hardware-labs-tour-3638851/
https://redd.it/1r07mcl
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Android Authority
A rare look inside Google's most secretive Pixel Hardware Labs
We visited Google's largest hardware R&D center outside of the US, with 50 secretive engineering labs where everything Pixel is made!
Huge battery and sleek design: Is that still enough against Xiaomi and rivals? – Motorola Moto G57 Power review
https://www.notebookcheck.net/Huge-battery-and-sleek-design-Is-that-still-enough-against-Xiaomi-and-rivals-Motorola-Moto-G57-Power-review.1221966.0.html
https://redd.it/1r0i2o5
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https://www.notebookcheck.net/Huge-battery-and-sleek-design-Is-that-still-enough-against-Xiaomi-and-rivals-Motorola-Moto-G57-Power-review.1221966.0.html
https://redd.it/1r0i2o5
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Notebookcheck
Huge battery and sleek design: Is that still enough against Xiaomi and rivals? – Motorola Moto G57 Power review
With its focus on long battery life, the Motorola Moto G57 Power targets endurance-focused buyers. As Xiaomi, Samsung and Apple continue to improve battery performance across their portfolios, it remains to be seen whether Motorola's approach is still enough.
Daily Superthread (Feb 14 2026) - Your daily thread for questions, device recommendations and general discussions!
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Saturday APPreciation thread (Feb 14 2026) - Your weekly app recommendation/request thread!
Note 1. You can search for previous [weekly Saturday threads\](https://www.reddit.com/r/Android/search/?q=Saturday+APPreciation+thread&type=posts&sort=new)
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This weekly Saturday thread is for:
* App promotion,
* App praise/sharing
https://redd.it/1r4k2lr
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Note 1. You can search for previous [weekly Saturday threads\](https://www.reddit.com/r/Android/search/?q=Saturday+APPreciation+thread&type=posts&sort=new)
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This weekly Saturday thread is for:
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* App praise/sharing
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Galaxy S26+ Geekbench Listing Confirms Exynos 2600 for (Some) Global Markets
https://www.androidheadlines.com/2026/02/galaxy-s26-geekbench-listing-confirms-exynos-2600-for-some-global-markets.html
https://redd.it/1r4p2ll
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https://www.androidheadlines.com/2026/02/galaxy-s26-geekbench-listing-confirms-exynos-2600-for-some-global-markets.html
https://redd.it/1r4p2ll
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Android Headlines
Galaxy S26+ Geekbench Listing Confirms Exynos 2600 for (Some) Global Markets
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has popped up on Geekbench with the Exynos 2600 chip. That basically confirms a dual-chip strategy.
Memory price surge of ‘more than 600%’ squeezes China’s device makers
https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3343321/memory-price-surge-more-600-squeezes-chinas-device-makers
https://redd.it/1r4q6z5
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https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3343321/memory-price-surge-more-600-squeezes-chinas-device-makers
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South China Morning Post
‘More than 600%’ memory price spike rattles China’s phone and broadband makers
China’s tech sector braces for a “memory winter”, with rising chip costs threatening handset output and slowing broadband rollouts.
Android 17 Beta 1 has a hidden setting to change the search box provider app on the Pixel Launcher 🧵
https://bsky.app/profile/kieron.bsky.social/post/3meudcpdhvk26
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https://bsky.app/profile/kieron.bsky.social/post/3meudcpdhvk26
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Bluesky Social
Kieron Quinn (@kieron.bsky.social)
In the first Android 17 beta, there's a change to the search box in the Pixel Launcher. Some sites are reporting this as "similar to the Google widget" - but it acually *is* just the Google widget. The methods to revert back to the old search box (internally…
Vivo X300 Zeiss Teleconverter Real-World Test: Can it compete with the Pro & Ultra? - NEON AIRSHIP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=YKmMOrVEfJY
https://redd.it/1r4q96g
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=YKmMOrVEfJY
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YouTube
Vivo X300 Zeiss Teleconverter Real-World Test: Can it compete with the Pro & Ultra?
I've spent a lot of time with the telephoto extenders for the Vivo X300 Pro and X200 Ultra, but until now, I never had the chance to try the teleconverter for the base model X300. After finding a decent deal on AliExpress, I decided it's time to put this…
Mother of All Galaxy S26 Leaks Is Here: 76 Official Renders Shared
https://www.androidheadlines.com/2026/02/mother-of-all-galaxy-s26-leaks-is-here-76-official-renders-shared.html
https://redd.it/1r55f45
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https://www.androidheadlines.com/2026/02/mother-of-all-galaxy-s26-leaks-is-here-76-official-renders-shared.html
https://redd.it/1r55f45
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Android Headlines
Mother of All Galaxy S26 Leaks Is Here: 76 Official Renders Shared
Over 70 Samsung Galaxy S26 series official renders have surfaced, showing each phone in four color variants.
Google is removing the Quick Share option that lets “Everyone” send you files without a time limit
https://www.androidauthority.com/android-quick-share-removing-everyone-3640832/
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https://www.androidauthority.com/android-quick-share-removing-everyone-3640832/
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Android Authority
Android's Quick Share is losing a key feature, but it may be for the best
Quick Share, Google's counterpart AirDrop, is starting to limit the duration for receiving files from unknown users.
Smartphones don’t need more power — they need cheaper chips
https://www.androidauthority.com/smartphones-need-cheaper-chips-3639059/
https://redd.it/1r3na4l
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https://www.androidauthority.com/smartphones-need-cheaper-chips-3639059/
https://redd.it/1r3na4l
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Android Authority
Smartphones don’t need more power — they need cheaper chips
Rumors that Qualcomm is planning Standard and Pro models of its next flagship processors should be music to consumer ears.
The Galaxy S26 Edge might be dead, but its DNA could be the secret weapon Samsung's Plus model needs to give it a boost | Samsung shouldn't let the Edge go to waste.
https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsung-galaxy/the-galaxy-s26-edge-might-be-dead-but-its-dna-could-be-the-secret-weapon-samsungs-plus-model-needs-to-give-it-a-boost
https://redd.it/1r599i9
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https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsung-galaxy/the-galaxy-s26-edge-might-be-dead-but-its-dna-could-be-the-secret-weapon-samsungs-plus-model-needs-to-give-it-a-boost
https://redd.it/1r599i9
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Android Central
The Galaxy S26 Edge might be dead, but its DNA could be the secret weapon Samsung's Plus model needs to give it a boost
Samsung shouldn't let the Edge go to waste.
Daily Superthread (Feb 15 2026) - Your daily thread for questions, device recommendations and general discussions!
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Sunday Rant/Rage (Feb 15 2026) - Your weekly complaint thread!
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This weekly Sunday thread is for you to let off some steam and speak out about whatever complaint you might have about:
Your device.
Your carrier.
Your device's manufacturer.
An app
Any other company
Rules
1) Please do not target any individuals or try to name/shame any individual. If you hate Google/Samsung/OnePlus etc. for one thing that is fine, but do not be rude to an individual app developer.
2) If you have a suggestion to solve another user's issue, please leave a comment but be sure it's constructive! We do not want any flame-wars.
3) Be respectful of other's opinions. Even if you feel that somebody is "wrong" you don't have to go out of your way to prove them wrong. Disagree politely, and move on.
https://redd.it/1r5e35w
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Note 1. You can search for previous weekly Sunday threads
Note 2. Join our IRC and Telegram chat-rooms! Please see our wiki for instructions.
This weekly Sunday thread is for you to let off some steam and speak out about whatever complaint you might have about:
Your device.
Your carrier.
Your device's manufacturer.
An app
Any other company
Rules
1) Please do not target any individuals or try to name/shame any individual. If you hate Google/Samsung/OnePlus etc. for one thing that is fine, but do not be rude to an individual app developer.
2) If you have a suggestion to solve another user's issue, please leave a comment but be sure it's constructive! We do not want any flame-wars.
3) Be respectful of other's opinions. Even if you feel that somebody is "wrong" you don't have to go out of your way to prove them wrong. Disagree politely, and move on.
https://redd.it/1r5e35w
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r/Android
Android news, reviews, tips, and discussions about rooting, tutorials, and apps. General discussion about devices is welcome. Please direct technical support, upgrade questions, buy/sell, app recommendations, and carrier-related issues to other subreddits.
Android 17 Beta 1 is Here: Everything new! - 9to5Google
https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=icSSPOWmMPw
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=icSSPOWmMPw
https://redd.it/1r5e8rd
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YouTube
Android 17 Beta 1 is HERE: Everything new!
Go to our partner (https://bit.ly/9to5mintmobile) to get premium wireless for a fraction of the cost - make the switch today and start saving money without sacrificing quality! Get 3, 6, or 12 months of Unlimited for $15/month with upfront payment¹. Or take…
Best Smartphone For Gaming? The Ultimate Performance Review! - Geekerwan (English subtitles)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hDambRVqOp8
https://redd.it/1r5me6z
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hDambRVqOp8
https://redd.it/1r5me6z
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YouTube
手机游戏性能大横评：厂商作弊太疯狂！
极客湾的手机年度期末考试来啦！这次我们花钱自购了44台零售手机，涵盖各种旗舰机和中端机，好好测一下他们的真实游戏性能，包括帧数、稳定性、发热功耗、触控和音频延迟。并且在收集了一整年的媒体机数据后，我们决定严打各家媒体机作弊，看看到底哪家厂商的作弊最狠！本期视频完全无广，力求给大家看到最真实最赤裸的表现，欢迎大家点赞投币支持呀！
Vivo X300 Pro vs Sony Xperia 1 VII vs Oppo Find X9 Pro vs Honor Magic 8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: Video Recording Only! - FlashingDroid
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=22_iW6th0ZI
https://redd.it/1r60xry
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=22_iW6th0ZI
https://redd.it/1r60xry
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YouTube
Vivo X300 Pro vs iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Oppo Find X9 Pro vs Honor Magic 8 Pro: Video Recording Only!
This time, we put six major flagship phones (Vivo X300 Pro, Sony Xperia 1 VII, Oppo Find X9 Pro, Honor Magic 8 Pro, Galaxy S25 Ultra and iPhone 17 Pro Max) to the test and find out which is doing the best in video recording! The iPhone 17 Pro Max is undoubtedly…
Daily Superthread (Feb 16 2026) - Your daily thread for questions, device recommendations and general discussions!
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https://redd.it/1r691p7
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Android news, reviews, tips, and discussions about rooting, tutorials, and apps. General discussion about devices is welcome. Please direct technical support, upgrade questions, buy/sell, app recommendations, and carrier-related issues to other subreddits.