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[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Reason to believe that FK might ship by today... How's the feel is all I want to know and post dome pics when you can.... Cautiously excited
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nishant786:
I'm at work right now, will post pics by evening. In hand feel is quite nice, although I preferred the texture of the black - that was quite a novelty.

Best of luck hope the lottery gods look favourably upon you. :P
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nishant786:
Btw off-topic but, hows Xda-labs over the normal app? And completely free and ad-free? What's the catch?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Minimal ads... No pop-up ... And much better than the old one... Using it since the first beta release... And now on the stable variant
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sultan of Speed:
Any updates on your delivery schedule?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Amolecule:
Can anyone confirm if the hdfc 8k cashback offer is valid thru this month end or next? Fkart say till Dec 31st but retailer are saying its till month end. Confused.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
note 8 is much better their software is very nice also but with S-pen the software update will take long time to reach that was the only reason for me to buy xl 2
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] pappuhathi:
I had a similar experience with Amazon when I bought the Nexus 6 a couple of years ago. The colour I ordered was delayed so Amazon offered me a higher version (64GB instead of the 32GB) of a different colour. I checked with Flipkart if they will do the same, but they refused. Amazon is head and shoulders above Flipkart. If it was not for these exclusive tie-ups, I would never buy anything from Flipkart.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
its valid till 31st dec

:good:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sultan of Speed:
Any updates on your delivery schedule at Flipkart?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
None... Going to call FK.. On a depressing note... Visited croma near my gym. They got ready stock of panda 64... Order now take it by 2pm... As they have to get it from some other Branch

Update:- called and the same BS will ship either today or latest by tomorrow
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
Can't agree more.

I was a Samsung user from Note1 to Note5. In fact, my love for big phones started with Note. There was no other big phone alternative then. It was a bold move by Samsung and every other OEM followed.

If it wasn't for heavily themed TouchWiz and the bloatware that came with it, I would've probably never moved to N6/6P/P2XL. And I'm glad I did.

Despite the blue tint issues with the display, this is hands down the best smartphone I've used.

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Can't you just cancel the Flipkart order and buy it from Chroma?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sultan of Speed:
Like I said, doesn't look like it'll be shipped before tomorrow.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
Samsung has also started bundling Microsoft apps like word and excel which you can uninstall as usual. I remember having an iphone 4 in 2011 and saying damn this screen is so big, never imagined that I'll ever use a 6 inch screen phone. :silly:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nishant786:
Headphones ka chakkar babu bhai, free headphones ka chakkar. :p:D:silly:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
Lol I very well remember a lot of iPhone users making fun of me. While I was on a call, Note1 would almost cover my entire face. It was comparatively huge, unwieldy cuz of its dimensions. No one would've imagined a huge market for big phones then. And a year or 2 later Apple launched its Plus version. Awkward silence. :laugh:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
well headphones and that i have my sister's hdfc card on which the limit was 70k which for now is occupied by FK for this purchase and that i paid the 1st emi as well.... so BC stuck... as even if i cancel i cant buy till FK release the fund and it shows up on HDFC<a week or 2 for the process minimum>
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
:laugh: :laugh: Mujhe laga Chroma mein b headphones offer hai. :confused:

Actually, the headphones are worth waiting for. :good:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
Haha yes. Phone size was always a issue between Apple fans untill they released a bigger iphone plus which is actually even bigger than the competition because of chunkier chins and home button. It was all of sudden fine to have a larger phone.

There have been rumors that Apple will shift to an iphone x like design for all iphones next year. However removing fingerprint sensor was the stupidest thing they could have done. They could have easily embedded one in the power button or Apple logo at the back which would have been kind of cool.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sultan of Speed:
Same here. More than the headphones, the fact that we are getting upfront 8k discount. And 1st EMI is already paid. Used my friend's card. And if I cancel, unlike ICICI Bank, stupid HDFC takes 5 to 6 working days to post the credit.

This is the only reason, i remained stuck with Flipkart despite the delay.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
No-way-out situation. Flipkart has literally trapped you. No option but to wait. :(
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
Icici is not great in this regard. I took an emi on daydream VR from Flipkart with icici bank which i decided that i dont want and cancelled it. Flipkart refunded the money directly to my icici credit card and icici don't cancel the emi। I had to call them up to get it cancelled.

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I ended up getting over the neck band although a magnetic earbuds would have been nice to avoid them hanging all the time. The sound is pretty good and balanced and the battery is stellar.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sultan of Speed:
Well, my first order with flipkart was without the buy-back guarantee. I realised this later and cancelled it.

And for temporary stop gap arrangement, used my ICICI card to book the panda....in case there's a delay on part of HDFC to credit the AMT.

And sure enough HDFC took 6 working days to credit the amount.

Once that was in, I cancelled the order placed using ICICI and placed a third order with HDFC.

ICICI bank refunded my amount within 24 hours of cancellation .

This is what I was referring to.

In your case, for the EMI's, probably HDFC might have done something even worse.....day for example, they might say sorry but you can't cancel the emi or pay a hefty fine.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] pappuhathi:
I am planning to list mine on eBay as I already have ATH M50X. Any idea how much I should be asking for them on eBay?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
Normal redunds are quick. Hdfc's service is definitely not the best. I too bought the phone from my cousins credit card and didn't wanted to trouble him any further. He was telling me about some cashback he was supposed to receive for his s8+ which he has not received till now.

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See its highly subjective and personal. I personally don't find any use for spen whereas there are people who absolutely cant live without spen. Samsung though has improved on their speed of updates. Their Oreo beta is making the rounds for s8 and people might actually get the final build in December. But then if quick updates are a must then pixel is the best option. I too just wanted the quick updates and didn't wanted to wait for months before i got a software update. The thing that got me to buy pixel was the 3 years of android updates which is pretty neat.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sharp-Razr:
It's been fifteen days since I cancelled the pre order and the refund isn't done. Pathetic, Flipkart. Really pathetic. I'll have to think twice before buying anything expensive from this ****ty place again. I'm supposed to wait till 1st Dec to get my money back and in this time the bank has already charged me the first EMI.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sultan of Speed:
Sorry but this is your bank. In my case, flipkart refunded my money back within a matter of minutes. It was the bank that took a long time to credit it.

As much as I don't like Flipkart for their bad services, I don't think this is their fault. Check with your bank.

Flipkart status should say refund completed or something along those lines.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sharp-Razr:
It's not the bank, its Flipkart. Confirmed and checked this morning on the site. They gave me a lame excuse saying it's so called tech issue. I called their bluff and he had no answer. If done today, the bank (Citi) will take 2-3 days to credit it back to my account.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] vd1900:
Got pixel cover from Flipkart I must say it's best case for pixel
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rkial:
Is it still in stock? I cant find it on their site

edit: found the cement, but not the black one
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] vd1900:
I think the black is outer of stock
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] harish2887:
Any one here who can confirm Flipkart shipping Panda from today?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
Both Apple & Samsung have been in news for under-display fingerprint scanners. I guess, that would be the talking point of 2018/2019 smartphones. And it perfectly suits iPhoneX's design.

I've never owned an iPhone (or any Apple product for the matter) but I've seen people hitting the **** out of that home button. That was the only clickable button on the device for as long as I can remember. Now I wonder how people are getting used to the iPhoneX. I read an article that its software is not ready for use without the home button. I also read that Siri has not made enough progress to compete with the likes of Google Assistant or Alexa. (And it makes me feel good :D)

Sorry for the OT.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
Ya i remember reading that some chinese company even showcased a phone with under display fibgerprint scanner. I think it was vivo, not sure about it though. Under the display scanner would be good. I also read that a few people returned their iphone x cause they simply couldn't handle all the gestures :p siri is still pretty useless. I have a Mac and i keep it disabled.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
Magnetic earbuds are one thing I really miss. They definitely sound better than Moto buds.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Nihar.G:
I agree. They sound pretty good and have pretty good isolation. They have decent enough bass too. The neckband design really doesn't bother me and the convenience of wireless headsets is great [emoji106]
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sultan of Speed:
Still no activity on Flipkart for Black and White Pixel 2 XL.

Called Reliance Jio of FC Road in Pune. Said he has no stock of any Pixel 2 XL.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Amolecule:
is the headphone offer still on ? the croma guy near my place said he can give me a free headphone because somone cancelled their pre order and is pending one in stock. But he can only give 10k as xchang for og pixel wtf. :crying:

flipkart is only saving grace. although i thonk come mid december they will start promos for their dec sale and we should see some spike in exchange values been given. Tempted to wait for that too. Basically squeeze every penny on og pixel ?

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woah nice. it looks stealthy. hows d protection tho.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Tried ... But meri aakhe nahi gotiya hain.... ??

Honestly though... Couldn't see sheet... All those who see.. they were reviewers... Doing some sheet which caused image persistence... In our normal usage.. its gonna happen... Hence I don't believe but I don't believe...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rkial:
People who have pre-ordered.. do you have HDFC cards, or are you paying full price..
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Nexus 5 as exchange... HDFC card of my little sister... And an earful from her
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
The HDFC cashback btw will come after 3 months of purchase.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Yup.. the usual bs..
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
Ya I know. Would have loved an instant discount without any emi, although I'm happy with the deal as I exchanged a couple of months old g5 for 9k for which I paid 10k. :o
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] interactwithme:
The HDFC cash back is only on EMI Txn and not on NON-emi txn..? If not so please tell. Thanks
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nickporwal:
I have pixel 128gb. I want to buy pixel 2xl but i think 20k for pixel 128gb exchange is quite less. Atleast it would have been 25k. Anyway since i have used 128gb now buying 64gb seems a little less. Plus since you told burn in is not an issue, i am now more confused than before [emoji14]

Smaller pixel2 is also option but not much is happening in development side of it.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rkial:
EMI only from what I know. You can pick any number of instalments though.

I know its 8k after 90 days, but its still 8k back on the phone. It feels wrong to be paying 73k knowing there is an offer right there that knocks over 10% off the price.

If I had a HDFC credit card, I wouldve pre ordered already.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
Ya cashback is only on HDFC credit card. Luckily a cousin of mine had HDFC credit card.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit3221:
Yup. I pre-ordered using HDFC CC as well, along

with 12 months no cost emi (approx 6800 inr per month). So might as well say that the cashback is like one month's EMI installment.

Also I think it's good that they have included sennheiser 7.00 BT earphones. I am no expert but those earphones look good (Would be nice if someone who's used them might give their feedback)

I feel its a better freebie compared to Google Home Mini.

Moreover, the 2 year warranty is an added bonus. [emoji41]
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] zelendel:
I wouldnt be soo excited about the fast updates. As that means you are the beta testers. The pixles updates are always riddled with issues. It is part of being the first to get an update from a company that is known for update issues. Just ask the last batch of people that got the update and it bootlooped them.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Anyone bought any accessories... Tempered glass... Case... Thinking about UAG for case... But super confused for tempered glass...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
I don't mind being a beta tester to be honest. I have been on beta path on my OnePlus from last 1 year. You do have a point but I still prefer vanilla android. OnePlus is slowly moving away from vanilla and in a year or so will be like all the other oems who heavily skin the android. Also the bootloops occured in beta if I'm right?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
Where did you find screen protectors? I didn't see any on Flipkart and Amazon. Can you please share a link?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Amazon usa... They are shipping to India.. or the xda forum of pixel 2 xl
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] virani_joush:
Isn't the 8k cashback is only on HDFC credit card 18 months EMI skim? Or is it also available on 12 months EMI skim?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
Doesn't matter how many months EMI you opt for.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] virani_joush:
Thanks man
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rkial:
For people who dont have HDFC credit cards, Croma has an offer (not pixel exclusive.. general offer for all purchases) on ICICI cards. 2k instant discount on a transaction of 40k and up. 1k instant on 15k and up.

If you have multiple cards, you can get up to 4k off on 73k.. Not great.. but not nothing..

Offer is valid on Thursdays. 16th Nov is a Thursday..
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] vd1900:
Decent ! It's not a rugged like UAG but I am satisfied
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
I actually like the neck band design. They should've just done something about the earbuds. Shouldn't have left them hanging around the neck. Moto buds had a very good feature with magnetic buds that stick to the tips of the neck band.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sultan of Speed:
Just got an email from Flipkart. It's been delayed by 2 more days. It'll be shipped on 1st of Dec.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] pappuhathi:
I got an email saying "Your shipment will now be delivered by Thursday Nov 30, 2017."
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] harish2887:
same here.

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When did you placed your order?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] vishnuak:
As per https://www.flipkart.com/google-pix...QGY9UYAHJ5&sattr=color&sattr=storage&st=color, you can place an order now and still get it by 30th. It shouldn't be delayed for you.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rkial:
Delivered by or shipped by? If its Deliver by, then its pretty standard shipping time.

edit: nevermind . Just read it again.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
says delivered by 30th Nov.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
Very nice looking case. G logo on the back makes it stand out.

My only gripe: why isn't the bottom covered, especially when it only houses the charging port. They should've covered it and just left a small cutout for charging like most other cases. IMO all around safety is a bare minimum when we are paying a premium.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
Guys, I noticed a small issue with a few apps (Eg. Cricbuzz, gReader). They don't stretch all the way to the navbars, leaving dark space between the app and the navbar. Check the pix and you'll see the difference. I'm guessing it's cuz of the new aspect ratio. I would appreciate if someone can try one of the above mentioned apps and report back. Just want to be sure that it's not some issue at my end.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Horoscope:
yes I can confirm Cricbuzz has huge gap above nav bar
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] drtushar:
Got myself pixel 2 and I'm in love with the quality of camera. Have iPhone X and note 8 also but pixel 2 has the best image quality. The portrait mode is just awesome :good:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
Earlier, I had disabled navbar and stated using LMT Pie. Even without the navbar this app wouldn't scale beyond that particular point, leaving a huge gap which looked ugly. I think may be the app isn't ready for 18:9 aspect ratio.

It would be nice if there's a way to force all apps to go full screen.

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Yes, picture quality is excellent. Its amazing what Google could achieve with a single camera backed by its img processing software, when actually most brands are pushing phones with dual camera as their USP.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sukhi:
This would be a pain till the time google adapts this feature in the future builds. It is a standard feature across S8,N8 where you get to choose the apps. Additionally, it also prompts to stretch the app incase it self detects that it is not being shown in the 18:9 ratio
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
Even OP5T (18:9 again) has that feature. It has an option to enable/disable full screen mode per app if you wish to.

I am not here to promote a Chinese product but I admit that OP5T is an excellent device overall. And at that price point it is hard to beat. Also, OP's customer service, I heard, is among the best.

What it means is that a consumer paying 800-1000$ for a phone deserves nothing but the best (of SW/HW/After-sales Support) with no compromises. It's time big brands start realizing that.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sultan of Speed:
It's mostly due to the unique aspect ratio of the phone. I guess, the apps have, yet, to adhere to these new display norms.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nageshv24:
If you are rooted, Custom Navigation Bar has an per-app Immersive mode settings.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Omg .... The item has been dispatched... Delhi warehouse main kahi...

Edit:- saw a mistake had ordered 64 panda got email and SMS of 128 panda... What gives
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] pappuhathi:
Just got an email from Flipkart saying that my Panda 64GB has been shipped and will reach by tomorrow.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nitin.chobhe:
I cancelled the order placed via HDFC CC and they cancelled it promptly. Due to my billing cycle dates, luckily I had to pay nothing (as first EMI). Yeah, but they charged me Rs 190 as loan preclosure charges. Makes sense.

I got the phone from Reliance Digital for Jio and getting the phone early of course ;) I got it on 16 Nov :good: Waiting for Sennheiser headsets, should get them this week.

Nitin
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
your order will reach tommorow I think just checked panda is available and will be delivered in 1 day for Delhi
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
At mahipalpur now... Fingers crossed it comes today as mahipalpur is 30mins ride on a good day
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
yes..at last flipkart delivered for you ??
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
Yes, I'm rooted. Will check the app as soon as I get time. Thanks a ton.

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Ah finally some thing to cheer about.

Flipkart is probably compensating for all this delay by offering you a 128gb Panda in place of 64gb.

sabr ka phal meetha and all that :p
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] pappuhathi:
Seems unlikely, the email I got still says 64GB
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
Highly unlikely. Zero probability lol. I was just joking.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] lycan_codex:
This is the first time a phone is being shipped from New Delhi to a Bangalore address. Its usually from the local hub itself.

Atleast they shipped the Panda 128 GB finally.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sultan of Speed:
Any dhiliwala received shipment?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Lakshay Sethi:
Got the same for pixel 2. Share the same thoughts. It's really very very good.

The black colour blends very well with the JB.

Just that, the fingerprint gestures are now a little tough, will get used to it. Happy with the purchase.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] dhan_shh:
Got my Panda!

At last,Got my PANDA from Reliance digital!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nitin.chobhe:
So what cable everyone is using to connect the Pixel 2 XL to connect to PC?

I had got this one from Amazon but it works intermittently. Returning it. Any suggestions?

Nitin