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[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] wgrant:
I've already been approved for the replacement with a 128GB black Pixel XL, I just haven't processed the order yet. Coming up with the 870 to put on hold is the tough part. I'm pretty sure the replacements stopped for out of warranty units too, not ones still covered. The rep tools me they have almost no refurbished units to use as replacements. I think I might pull the trigger and do the replacement to avoid complete failure on the 6P. It's a shame because I LOVE the 6P.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] murso74:
It's so much better I'm not going to bother getting the note 8 or the v30. Makes the 6p seem older than it was. The SD 810 really was a dog. Better photos, which is nuts, much better battery life, all the little parts of the pixel experience, better build quality. Holding out to see what the s9 brings to the table
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] wgrant:
I appreciate all the input everyone, thank you. Now to find a way to put 870+ on hold for a while lol. That's the real dilemma.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] Pain-N-Panic:
Do you have a credit card? I contacted Google two days ago due to my 6p battery turning into a potato. They hooked me up with a pixel XL which is on the way.

I used my credit card to put the 800 dollar hold on.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] wgrant:
I have one but not with the available balance needed. I wish I could figure out a way but it looks like I'm gonna miss the opportunity to replace my phone at this point.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] murso74:
Ask them if you can send your phone first.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] Pain-N-Panic:
That's a good idea. Have them email you the shipping label and ask if you can ship your phone first to avoid the hold charge (assuming you're able to be without a cell phone for a few days.)
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] murso74:
He can print the shipping label, that's how they do the exchange anyway. Google's pretty good at working with people. Tell them your problem. Worst thing that happens is that you're out a phone for a few days
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] wgrant:
Tried that and they won't. Talked to 2 different reps too. I have my old note 4 I can fall back on for a few days while I wait if I can get them to do it that way. I'll try again tomorrow.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] ShadowDragon:
No, that's just one guy on Reddit who was told no over chat. I used the telephone support on Sunday because my Nexus 6P went into bootloop and they had to "ask the next level support" if they could "give me a warranty exception" but I shipped my Nexus 6P 64 out Sunday and my Pixel XL 128 will be here tomorrow. There were a few others in the Reddit thread who also successfully got a replacement after this supposed "ending" of RMAs.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] wgrant:
You were given the option to send yours BEFORE they sent the Pixel?
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] ShadowDragon:
That's what they led with and I went along with it. I did not inquire about any other options.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] Born<ICs:
I was out of warranty, pre-ordered 6P so got one from 1st batch. Got RMA Pixel XL last week. "IF" the 6P didn't have the poor battery and the shutdown issue I would have kept it. The 6P was much better size n feel. So far XL seems smoother on Oreo. I was just an occasional rom kernel flasher. In recent years with Google improvements, stock rom and root are ok for me. Could care less about android pay. If my banking apps didn't work with root I'd be worried a bit.

I imagine flashable twrp that sticks is just around the corner and SuperSU seems to be keeping up.

The go to developers surely want their stuff to play on Oreo but are probably sequestered some where and won't be heard from until their either their food or brains run out.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] wgrant:
Final bit the bullet and called Google support, within minutes was on with hardware support and they reprocessed my RMA as a standard trade instead of the advanced trade they originally did it. I'll be sending this out tomorrow and hope to have my Pixel XL early next week.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] flex360:
im on my 6th device now

they rma with no issues at all
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] ShadowDragon:
Glad it worked out for you. Honestly I was waiting to buy the Pixel 2 XL but my Nexus 6P had other plans so now I'm not sure I will.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] Born<ICs:
If the 2 XL turns out to be something special may be worth getting it and selling XL for $500 or whatever.

Never owned phone made by Lucky Gold. Do they have a good track record? What were their recent high end phones?
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] ShadowDragon:
LG made the Nexus 5 which was my favorite Android phone. Of course they also made the 5x which had terrible issues too.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] wgrant:
Hey. Did you get your Pixel XL today? I still haven't gotten the confirmation from Google that they were processing and shipping mine even though my 6P has been out of my hands since Friday. I reached out to them and I've been told support will contact me within 24 hours and I even reached out through email and haven't gotten anything back from them. The rep on the phone made it very clear as soon as I had the RMA return label scanned by USPS or FedEx they would email me about the replacement phone. Hope I'm not stuck waiting weeks for it.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] ShadowDragon:
I got it on Friday. I sent the Nexus out on Sunday and got confirmation on Wednesday.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] wgrant:
Hmm.. Perhaps I'll get confirmation tomorrow and the phone on Wednesday.

How are you liking the change?
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] ShadowDragon:
Getting all my apps back was very quick, no issues with hooking it up to my car or my watch. I will get a better test of it this week when I go about my normal activities. I did have one issue with the assistant not working and had to manually search Google, but it did work later. I had O on my Nexus, so only the launcher is different software wise.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] crazyd1721:
I was finally approved for the RMA. I ask for the standard exchange. Shipped the phone out Friday and that same day I recieved an email my pixel xl had shipped. I'll get the phone before the recieve the 6p.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] tracerit:
Having used the pixel XL for the last week, I will say it's not worth the upgrade. The speed is a little faster but not entirely noticeable. Rooting it was easy but flashing a Ressurection Remix was a nightmare. The speaker sucks ass. It feels smooth but I prefer the cold metal feel of the Nexus 6p.

But I know I have to move on from the 6p someday and the pixel XL is worth more in resell value so I'm sticking with the pixel XL for now. I'm really sad I'm leaving the 6p though.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] wgrant:
Well that irritates me lol. You send it usps or FedEx?
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] crazyd1721:
I sent it via FedEx. I also got it approved from a supervisor since they have the ability to initiate the exchange.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] wgrant:
I went with usps and I think that's my issue. Looks like I'll be talking to Google today lol.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] wgrant:
Sigh.. Google told me their practice is to receive the phone first, test it for reported issue then process replacement. FedEx received my phone today from USPS so that's a plus. Now I'll be calling again today to escalate to a supervisor hopefully and get them to process the replacement. Maybe I'm being impatient, it's only been 3 days after all. I'll give the better part of the morning/afternoon before doing anything else. The boss keeps looking at me weird anyway... He should mind his business lol.

Well don't I feel like a dufus.. Just got email confirmation from Google that my replacement has shipped. Google is on point and anyone reading all of this, be patient and give them time. They're trying to help, I just made things worse for myself by being impatient. 3 days is nowhere near long. Only advice I can give to someone else is go directly to FedEx and forget USPS since they just hand off to them anyway and the replacement processes after FedEx has it.

Greatly appreciate everyone's input on everyone. Thanks!
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] johninsf:
I returned N6P due to early shut down about 3 weeks ago.

The PXL is a fine phone. Camera is great. Build is good. Speed is decent.

The one area I am not impressed is that the System UI freezes too often, WiFi does not turn on at times requiring reboot, Bluetooth does the same as wireless. Maybe it is O 8.0 but this is subpar for a phone released last year. This will land on Swappa soon.

I tried 3 phones over the summer. 1+5, S8, U11. All great but U11 impressed the most. 1+5 OxyOS is beautiful. The LG V30 looks impressive but nowhere in sight fur US.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] Jooosty:
Not sure if you missed the RMA window, but you get a simple yes from me.

My friend literally gave me a free damaged 6P. I RMA through Google and am using the XL.

I didn't realize just how awesome this phone is.

I've used the S8, G6, only played with the U11.

This phone is liquid smooth...battery can hold it's own.

My other daily is a iPhone 7+. Will keep that just in case.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] dcillusions77:
Get a yes from me I've never seen a phone get 8 to 10 hours SoT until this one.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] galaxys:
Yes, this phones battery life is insane... awesome!
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] wgrant:
Thanks guys and gals. Looking forward to testing it. I never used the speakers on my 6P so no loss there for me. The screen size will probably be my drawback but I'll get over it.

Rather than start a new thread and because glimpsing through others hasn't explained this easily. Flashing ROMs on the Pixel XL requires booting to twrp from computer then flashing rom and twrp, rebooting to twrp, flashing gapps and twrp then booting into ROM. Correct? Also, does it matter which slot to flash to and is it required to wipe both slots, just one, leave system? Lots of info out there. I'll do some more go ogling and reading but figured I would ask too.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] Bounty44:
After having my replacement Pixel XL from an RMA'd 6P, I can say yes, its worth it. There is really only one downside to this phone coming from the 6P, the speakers being downward firing and quieter. If you can deal with a lessened sound quality using the phone, battery life and performance more than make up for it.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] RoWilJr:
Yes... Worth it! Loved my 6P but once the gremlins showed up, it was RMA time. Overall satisfied with the XL performance. So much, that I don't have the urge to root and flash roms like I did with past phones.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] THEbigSWEEN:
I would say there's something going on with your phone then or a rouge app slowing you down. I'm on latest Oreo and have no freezes or lock ups. Phone is smooth as can be. Haven't had any issues with bluetooth either, and I use bluetooth headphones every night at work for 9-10 hours. The wifi I have noticed will be a little delayed reconnecting when I wake the phone, but I use Leandroid which turns it off after the screen has been off so long then turns it back on once unlocked, so that might be my issue.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] johninsf:
Thank you for the feedback. I will uninstall apps to see if I can uncover the culprit.

The WiFi not turning on is the weirdest. The toggle switch won't move then the system UI freezes. I have a hunch it is the WiFi calling so will turn that off.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] Veronica A Android freak:
It's a good phone. But it has issues. As others have said it's expensive. If you have time and can hold off until #2 comes I'd wait. Just hold off let these guys put it through the teardown and then decide. Or buy it and get a Kevlar Case. You are going to need it. Hope that helps. Good hunting. Peace
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] gqukyo:
Not sure why anyone wouldn't do an RMA that's an upgrade especially if the device was out of warranty. I haven't used my 6P in ages as it suffered the stupid early shutdown. Was just gonna sell on Swappa for dirt cheap just to recoup whatever I could. Thankfully word got out about the free RMA so decided to try my luck and got the RMA approved. Still not my primary Android phone but it's a great free upgrade! 'Nuff said! Lol It wasn't like they were gonna let people RMA the 6P for the new upcoming Pixels. Even if you don't plan on using the phone like me, you get a brand new phone you can sell to finance any other device (or anything else for that matter lol). I'd say everyone who has a 6P should still try to RMA as you may still get approved like others have.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] george241312:
Yeah just got my replacement today it's insane liquid smooth and stable.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] murso74:
Another reason to do the RMA, figure will be taking the pixel XL of your hands for 400+ dollars in trade towards the pixel XL 2. That's a pretty sweet deal considering the Nexus 6p was worth bubkiss
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] JimSmith94:
Where are you seeing the trade in deal for the Pixel XL 2? I have only seen one for trading in on the original Pixel, and that's probably only because they're trying to clear out inventory.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] murso74:
It's been in the tech blogs the last few days

https://www.theverge.com/2017/9/28/16378446/google-store-pixel-2-xl-trade-in-deal
[Galaxy Grand Prime Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] iExentric:
Can someone please help me root my phone, I have tried everything and have been at this for hours and every method I try does not seem to work for me. I tried kingroot which no matter the version says method unavailable, and using odin always gives me the same error Fail(AUTH) and on the phone it shows Secure Check Fail: Recovery

I have tried researching this error but nothing could be found relating to my situation.

NOTE: I am running Android Version 5.1.1
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[Galaxy S6 Edge+ Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Mr_Dkbza:
I just found an S6 Edge + (G929G) lying on a park bench, and looked everywhere for the owner. Long Story Short, I´m keeping the phone.

Judge Me, whatever.

It had 7.0 with fingerprint and pin security. Couldn´t access the phone. Factory Reset, Booom FRP Lock.

Had a friend who is an "experto" and via remote, he compiled a new rom with files from different ones.

Several Bootloops after, got the device to boot back on 6.0.1, but couldn't remove the FRP´.

Some friend told me, I know a guy, who works at a 3rd party repair center, he can remove that..

Again, Long Story Short and 10 Dollars later, I have a fully functional device for only 10 dollars, but I´ve read somewere that if you are planning to upgrade again, you should remove the OEM Unlock, enable Debugging, all this before..

I´ve done that but I can´t stand 6.0.1, I want Nougat, I don´t care about Smangung PAY, But I do want the improvements on performance of nougat without having to root, install twrp and f*ck things up again.

TO THE POINT,

--**IF I FLASH AGAIN A NOUGAT ROM WITH ODIN, AFTER ENABLED OEM UNLOCK, REMOVED THE FRP, AND SET UP MY ACCT TO THIS DEVICE**---

CAN I DO THIS? and if it´s possible, should I go with One File or multiple Files Odin Flash process?
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[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] jason504:
Has anyone tried some new thin cases? The Note 8 is a slim sexy phone. It sucks to put it in a thick bulky case. Show us what y'all have in thin cases.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] jason504:
I bought these 3

The first one was from Best Buy and I like it alot and its the one I use the most. Nothing fancy just a thin case TPU soft in the hands.

The second one I got off of eBay it's blue with a clear acrylic back. Don't get that one the cut out for the finger print scanner is to small. I cut it out some more to make it work. It's a ok case if you don't mind cutting it yourself.

The third one is from Ghostek it's 40 dollars it has a aluminum frame and a acrylic clear back. It's still a little thick for me but a damn well built case. I did not even use it I am going to sell this one.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] tolymatev:
Spigen Rugged Armor Galaxy Note 8 Case with Resilient Shock Absorption and Carbon Fiber Design for Galaxy Note 8 (2017) - Matte Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073RWJ6Z7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_RbMWzbVF122YH

I've used this on my s7e & Axon 7 and loved it. Bought it for my note 8. Should receive today. It is a thin case. I've dropped my s7e many times on concrete and it survived.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] jason504:
Yeah I had one of these on my V20.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] Ry2mkk:
I've bought a few cases across the last week.

I personally prefer the thin fit from spigen

It has a nice slightly rubberised hard finish and the case itself keeps the phone feeling nice and thin

Supports spigen screen protector and the awful glass one I've tried... I'm going to plunge and buy the dome glass protector so here's hoping that fits too
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] jason504:
I was looking at that Spigen but I did not like the corners. How they have a crack in them. I thought more dust would get in and not as good drop protection.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] Ry2mkk:
It wouldn't be as good as the bigger cases but I don't think it would do that badly... Spigen make good cases.

Yeah the sides I don't really notice.. Its probably one of only types of case out currently like this, the rest are a little bigger and bulky
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] jason504:
I might get on and check it out. Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] jjr3211:
I have that spigen

case in black I love it I have used that style case on every phone I've had in the last 4 years never had a problem with it
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] j4d:
I have the Spigen Liquid Crystal case and it is pretty good.

However the Samsung Clear Cover Case is far superior and you don't even notice it is there
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] jason504:
Something about clear cases that I don't like. On the sides it looks weird. I have a clear one but it's just clear on the back the sides are colored.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] faded03cobra:
It fits with dome glass. Just got done installing mine. Lots of room.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] jason504:
I just bought like 3 more cases. When they get in I will tell yall about them. I have never bought as many cases for a phone in my life. I have been using my phone today without a case. Man it feels good to use this phone without a case. But I know one drop its gone. Also if you keep putting it down the back will get scratched up.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] mrprism133:
I have mine in the Samsung view case, pretty cool
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] johnwayne27:
Otterbox symmetry. The best and slim.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] jason504:
Ok here is two more that came in today. Both are so so.

The first on I got off of ebay. They made it sound like the end caps were metal. Which they are not they are cheap looking plastic. But it's ok

The second one I got from Amazon. I like it but don't think it has much drop protection. Thin thin thin.