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[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sultan of Speed:
I read through everything. I see people are disgruntled. And fair enough! But the way I look at it, we have paid it and everything is set and done. No point bickering about it. Twitter? Companies are very well seasoned to take a hit through social media.

All in all - in the near future, all of you guys, me included, will continue to use and it'll be a status quo.

Let's just move on.

Speaking of moving on, it's very unusual that Google hasn't given any OTA updates even though it is way past 5th of the month. When I was on Pixel XL, I always used to receive the updates for on 5th or the month. In fact, there were months when the OTA came even before the 5th.

Wondering what's taking them so long to send OTA updates when factory images are posted, OTA images are available and some folks (in US?) are already receiving the OTA.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] virani_joush:
Got the ota for 8.1. Don't forget to enable camera hal hdr from developer settings.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Nah I didn't get it yet... Maybe when I wake up... P.S those wondering the check updates button is broken.. it won't grab the latest update like Apple devices till 2018 due to some issue with play services messing it up... Read an article on AP
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nishant786:
Got 8.1 too. Man this updates miraculously fast.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
Rha earphones are one of finest in the market. You can't really compare them with this one. They recently released a similar neckband wireless model for 7.5k.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
I got the update... and yesterday daydream was also delivered by one on Google employee and asked me to give feedback via mail with approval of receiving and funny thing is they contacted me in night asking whether I have checked daydream and its working fine or not.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] kannanX10:
I'm not getting this update....even tried forcing it
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] fdson12:
hey

support-in@google not replying..
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
I have not received any reply yet. Google truly has horrible service. They don't even give a **** about replying to consumers
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
have you checked whether it is delivered or not because they take 2 days to reply
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
this is ok... now executive will contact you
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
It didn't bounce and haven't received a reply yet. As you said they take 2 days so I'll wait and see another day.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
that's the spirit... you can take down Google :cyclops:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Amolecule:
Todays MINT frontpage. Pixel 2 price cut announced thru Dec 31.

Although the image is that of a pixel 2 xl.

Google is being naugthy. Although this does sound like violation ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] anmolbedi:
This is because of low sales and competition from OnePlus 5t
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
don't think so.. anyone from sale or marketing will know better about this

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sales and competition is just like last year but this time around due to defects google does not have any option. Pixel 1 price drop started after long time and one plus was also present that time too.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Prattham:
Even though i would had also loved to save some bucks on my 2 xl but i actually have no regrets

I love the device as it is

Cheers ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
No company is bound to honour the launch price untill and unless they say exactly so. Many companies launch a product at a higher price and discount it after a few weeks to lure the customer into thinking that the product is discounted. Doesn't happen that often in mobiles but happens a lot in retail.

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Yeah to be honest I'm only angry that Google offered free vr on top of pre-order goodies to offline stores. I got a sweet deal by exchanging an old Moto g5 for 9k which I bought for 10k.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Amolecule:
M talking about using pixel 2 xl photo to advertise pixel 2 price drop? I do understand the pricing issue
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
Oh yes that can be argued with them as wrongful advertising. But you know our country nothing's gonna happen.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] mayankcse10:
My thoughts exactly, if they preferred the offline stores, they could have made that clear when we were making our pre-orders. I feel very annoyed simply because VR offer is skipped for Flipkart buyers, when it was clearly called out as preferred online retailer.

On a side note does any one have a picture of google pop-up store from any of the mall, one of the customer care execs from Google mentioned that event must be conducted by Croma/Reliance and its pissing me off.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] virani_joush:
I had pre ordered from croma offline store. And haven't got any day dream vr. Is the offer valid for me?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
You have to take a demo from Google store first. Then you buy it and you get free vr. Thats how it works I guess.

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Google really needs to work on their marketing and PR.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] virani_joush:
I live in Surat, gujarat. I don't see any google stores in surat. May be bad luck.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
No 8.1 yet... Why... This discrimination... Is it because I said Padmawati
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] virani_joush:
Lol.. u will get it. It rolls out in phases.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sultan of Speed:
Guessing because we got our phones late. Probably going thru the list of IMEI based on the dispatch date or something.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] anushtup:
Got it on my Pixel XL. Nothing on the 2 XL yet.

BTW checked my IMEI on the LG site. Mine is 14th nov make. I don't know if that is good or bad.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
Conspiracy Lol.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit3221:
I may be completely wrong but weren't staged rollouts supposed to stop post Oreo?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
It doesn't matter as long as you are enjoying your new phone. :)
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Nihar.G:
Just to clarify some confusion, Daydream VR offer was not available in all offline stores. It was only given to people who booked at the Pixel Experience Zones/popup stores in various malls.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] virani_joush:
Ya google rep at chroma also told that Pixel xl 2 pre order offer will be until 14. As device goes on sale in 15. And i do agree with Nishant, that get the phone from India only. Bcz may be there is a chance that early USA units are having bad screen problems and Indian units might not have it.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
I ended up ordering tempered glass from AliExpress, but I don't think it will arrive before the phone.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] sunny1689gupta:
Thank you for your replies guys.

Except the old units, what are the disadvantages of buying pixel 2 xl from US or Qatar maybe?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nishant786:
I'm pretty sure international warranty will not covert replacement. Only repair. Other than that the units themselves are identical. So if you get lucky with a perfect device then you're set.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] sunny1689gupta:
I think will wait for amazon's offer on pixel xl 2, what do u guys think, will Amazon give some good offer relative to flipkart?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rkial:
Its a Flipkart exclusive.

Might find its way over on PaytmMall if offline retailers want to sell via that, but probably not anytime soon.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] virani_joush:
I don't think so they will give 12k headphones free. Reliance digital offer is good though.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] sunny1689gupta:
What is the Reliance digital offer?

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Looked at the iPhone X portrait mode pics.. so ****ty in comparison to pixel 2.lolz

I think android has finally got its iphone like phone PIXEL
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rkial:
Both Flipkart and Reliance Digital have

8000 cashback on HDFC Credit cards

Sennheiser earphones - CX 7.00BT

Extra 5000 on exchange of old phones

Reliance offers a Jio plan if you have/get a new jio sim and activate it on the phone. 1 year unlimited calls/750gb data (~2gb/day) . Valued on their site at 9999. Real value around 2-3k for most people (who are fine with 1gb/day)

I was exchanging an iPhone I got from the US. Was a far easier experience exchanging that on Flipkart than would be in Reliance.. especially as the touch id is broken.

SO that more than makes up for the Jio offer.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] virani_joush:
As correctly replied by rkial. Relaince jio 1 year worth free call messages and 750 GB (1 GB every day) Free along with what other offers. I came to know after i pre booked on chroma.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
Does anyone know that is free calls and data jio offer valid only if phone is bought from jio or it will work on phones bought from Flipkart?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rkial:
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They took out the Now playing part from the Indian ad.

Should we be concerned? I saw the option in the demo unit.

Best case, it doesnt have hindi songs in the database and they dont want to advertise it.. If they disabled the feature in India, that would suck.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] zelendel:
If I recall correctly that feature is for the US only. Most likely due to many copyright issues when it comes to other countries.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] underscore_overscore:
It does recognize a lot of songs played on the bay area Bollywood radio station which surprised me.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nishant786:
I *think* it's limited to US English language. May be wrong but I remember reading that somewhere. So if one sets that as default language should work.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] vivektyagi20:
Sharing my experience with Pixel 2 XL Black 64GB here.

Pre-ordered the device from Croma with all the freebies that Flipkart is offering:

- Rs. 8000 cashback from HDFC

- Free EMIs

- Sennheiser Headsets (https://www.amazon.in/Sennheiser-CX-7-00BT-Wireless-Headphones/dp/B071HT7HZG) worth Rs. 11,990. In US, these cost $149.

With Flipkart, you get to buy the headphones and that too in a window starting 1st of December. With Croma, the headphones will come bundled.

The effective price comes down to be around Rs. 73,000 - Rs. 8000 - Rs. 12000 (if you may) = Rs. 53,000 (~$803).

Moroever, in US, they aren't getting a headphone in the box so if we consider the same bundle there, the price will be $849+$149 = $998.

The best part? An added year of extended warranty.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] virani_joush:
Did anyone booked panda version?

I didn't see a single hands on of panda pixel XL 2.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] carahul.368@gmail.com:
Confirmed this with Jio & Reliance Digital customer care. Offer applies only if you buy from either Reliance Digital or Jio.com stores. You'll not get the free 1 year Jio benefits from Flipkart.

Pre-booked 1 XL QB 64 from Reliance store itself for this very reason. :)
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Me me.. I booked panda variant... And they don't have panda on display anywhere.... So am.prepared for the longest wait possible... Delays and all the inclusive sheet along with the dhamkis to the FK CC...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] virani_joush:
Lol. Dhamkis.. ahan.. good. Btw i pre-ordered on chroma store. Does chroma store have any return policy? If yes then anybody knows how many days until we can get a full refund? ( In case the screen comes out to be garbage)
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
The girl at pixel pop up zone in Noida told me that it's valid even if you have bought pixel from Croma or reliance store. I guess you just had to get a demo with them before you go and buy it from any of the stores, only then you'd qualify for free vr.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Nihar.G:
Yes, they don't actually sell the phones. They redirect you to the nearest Reliance Digital or Croma to get it. In my case, there was a sales guy from reliance digital present in the zone itself.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sultan of Speed:
All this is fine, but why are we not getting OTA updates?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sanshis:
Forceing 8.1 OTA Update.

Follow this

1. Go To Settings > Apps and Notifications > See All Apps

2. Click the three dots in the top right corner and click Show System

3. Scroll through the list of apps and click Google Services Framework

4. Click Storage and Clear Data and Cache

5. Click the back button and force Google Services Framework to stop

6. Restart phone.

7. Go to Settings>System>System Update>Check for Update

(Note: it may show no update at first, but a download prompt should come up after a second)

Wait for the update to download (this may take awhile, so go ahead and do something else).

Install the update and your phone will automatically restart.

Enjoy! and Hit the Tnanks meter if you liked.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sultan of Speed:
Whoa...actually worked.

Thanks man. I did hit the Thanks meter.

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Got a 531mb update. Does that sound right for the folks who got 8.1?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
Good work with the guide. :good:

I was impatient and flashed the 8.1 factory image as soon as it was available.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
I flashed the factory image too but thanks for the guide. Will come in handy in future.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] kannanX10:
I'm not getting it
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sultan of Speed:
Can anyone confirm it the OTA they received is about 531 MB in size?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sanshis:
Yes, thats correct 531 MB as far as i remember.

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Are you on Mobile Data instead of WiFi? ( I found it doesn't check for updates when you are on slow mobile data or gets delayed) and don't forget to reboot.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] kannanX10:
I do checked with both Wi-Fi and 4G....
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Nihar.G:
Heads up, doing this has the potential to cause a lot of issues that can only be solved by a factory reset. Read more here: https://www.reddit.com/r/Android/comments/1r1n5z/psa_do_not_clear_data_for_google_service_framework/
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] drtushar:
I could update only after I did a reset. Got the update imediately after that.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] karanaggarwal:
Please delete this post. There are too many people who will blindly follow this without knowing the consequences.

There are a ton of side effects of clearing Google services framework. Even a Google engineer has warned users of staying clear of this method.

It's better to wait rather than following this method.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
Thanks for the heads up. I guess will have to stick with flashing ota image via adb.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sanshis:
Well, I am using this since Lolipop on my hammerhead; never faced any issue.. i guess that issue was when Play services were integrated with service framework (I will definately read more about it..)... And anyways most of us make sure we have an backup before any type of update right? If not guys please ensure you have an backup in place.

I should have taken it as point 1 in my guide. :)
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Nihar.G:
I've used it successfully a few times on my N5 as well. But I've heard stories of it affecting people on Oreo too. Just thought people should know.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sanshis:
Yea, i guess its pritty safe post Lollipop.. Let's read more about it.. Coz most of the articles about this are quite old.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sultan of Speed:
Uh...oh. I already did this. Now what? Should I factory reset the phone now?

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Uh...oh. I already did this. Now what? Should I factory reset the phone now? How do I recover and ensure the problem doesn't hit me?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Nihar.G:
If you're lucky, it won't affect you at all, in which case you don't have to do anything. Otherwise you might see problems like play store not working, Gmail not syncing, no notifications from apps that use GCM, etc.

The only solution I know is to factory reset. But I remember reading other solutions somewhere on Reddit. You might have to search around on r/android and r/GooglePixel.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
this method should work but users were warned about using this in multiple forums check this reddit link

https://www.reddit.com/r/Android/comments/1r1n5z/psa_do_not_clear_data_for_google_service_framework/

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I was on beta and mine update was only 48 minutes but it took a while to install

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you can use factory image if in case any problem occurs but remember currently Google does not allow to downgrade in pixel 2 if I'm correct
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sultan of Speed:
Well, so far, I haven't seen any issues. Everything seems to be working just fine. Perhaps at the first sign of trouble, I'll reset it.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] dhan_shh:
8.1 update

This is
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhilchhabra:
Can someone please tell me about the offline offers on pixel 2 xl from retailers like croma or reliance digital?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] anmolbedi:
Just 8k cashback from Hdfc
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhilchhabra:
Thanks, I thought the 5k discount on flipkart was by google and daydream vr is given on offline purchase, so I was thinking to consider offline options since 13k discount plus vr is a sweet deal but since there is no such deal on offline, I guess flipkart is the best option or else i should wait till christmas for some better offers. Thanks though :D
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] jomy117:
If you ask me you should wait for a bit more if going the offline route. Price is bound to drop soon judging by Flipkart sale.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ReapinDevil:
All the models are now sold out on Flipkart though :/
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhilchhabra:
It would be better to wait till christmas to see if it comes back in stock or a better deal comes(online or offline). It's so difficult to wait :/
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] kannanX10:
From today until Dec 31st u can have the pixel 2 and 2 xl for 49999 and 64999 respectively (excluding 8000 hdfc cashback) in offline stores as well.....some are quoting 62-63k as the selling price for 2 xl, wanna claim 8000 hdfc cashback u have to bill it for 64999
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ReapinDevil:
How did you find out about this?Because I had called the nearest reliance digital and they said it's 73k
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
pixel 2 xl price is wrong and for pixel 2 it's from Google I think judging by ad given in mint newspaper
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] alekhkhanna:
I don't think there's a price cut on pixel 2 xl.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] anmolbedi:
Just received call from my retailer. 8k off on p2xl and then 8k cashback on Hdfc. Offer till 31st December.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] harish2887:
Plus 0.1 Mm Nano Technology German Schott Glass Tempered Glass Screen Protector Guard For Google Pixel 2 XL https://www.amazon.in/dp/B077SY51NT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_na4kAbM71V02G

Has anyone tried this screen protector ??
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ReapinDevil:
Is your retailer Reliance Digital by any chance?I wanted to buy this phone during the Flipkart sale but now it's out of stock.So I'd rather buy it for 65k than for 73k.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] anmolbedi:
No a local retailer in Delhi.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Fake reviews on Amazon... Stay away mate.... The best solution for now is Skinomi ... Rest all curved glass solutions are useless as the glue is on the edges...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ReapinDevil:
I just checked Reliance Digital's website.And it's now 65k and pixel 2 being 50k
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Horoscope:
this new case for P2Xl looks good... have ordered one, will post details once i receive it

https://www.amazon.in/gp/product/B078BRKQMY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Amolecule:
A tale of 10 months. Only if my pixel lasted atleast a year!!!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] karanaggarwal:
The seller is Selling the exact same 2-3$ case from aliexpress here on amazon for more than double the price :D

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Anyone sold their Sennheiser headset yet ? How much did you get for it ???
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Didn't sell it.. Gave to my sister as she had an eye on my honor am61 Bluetooth headsets...

Though don't think olx is worth it... Had my UAG case for a month and all I got were low-ballers... Would suggest going to a offline shop and selling the! Instead
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] karanaggarwal:
How much would you say they're worth approximately? Should i sell them if i get somewhere around 6000rs.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sultan of Speed:
I downloaded the OTA image and sideloaded the image. And I also performed a full factory reset, to be on the safer side. Don't want no apps crashing on me, when I'm in an emergency situation.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Quote 8.5k and don't go lower than 7.5k
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
Motorola has similar models... SF500 & SF520 that are retailing around Rs. 4500/-. Their build and sound quality is as good as Sennheiser's. We come expect better sound from Sennheiser's but these free are not good enough. I think it's a good deal if you can get 6k for it.

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For some reason I always prefer flashing whole factory images. I download them anyways before hand. And when in doubt flash it and make a fresh start.