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[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Expect to receive a call with a offer to replace the entire phone for 18k ... There was someone in this thread who had a hardware issue and was offered to replace the entire phone with a new one for 18k or something in that ballpark
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ICEMAN_SID:
Guys Airtel now supports e SIM for pixel 3, any idea if it does so for pixel 2 xl?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rajkatiyar07:
Guys any one facing Nova Launcher issue on beta 4 ? Even after setting Nova as default Launcher it is forcing back to Pixel Launcher. Strange thing is sometimes I find Pixel Launcher and sometimes Nova after unlocking the screen .
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ninjasumit:
Pixel 2/XL supports eSIM only on Project Fi. No other carrier is supported.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Subhojit:
How can I unroot/lock bootloader from twrp before sending it to Google? (from Mumbai)

So my device is hard bricked and have tried everything advised here and on other forums.

Device doesn't get detected by any systems, it doesn't even detect otg usb devices on twrp and so on.

I have the internal storage fully wiped now.

Phone only goes to bootloader and twrp.

How do I unroot/lock the bootloader?

Kindly advise.

Does Google India care if device is rooted or bootloader unlocked?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
Try deuce script it will work if you have bootloader access and also update adb tools from Google and download driver for your system too. You should also try different ports and different cables maybe that will work.

Link : https://xdaforums.com/pixel-2-xl/development/tool-deuces-bootloop-recovery-flashing-t3704761/page77
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Subhojit:
Have tried all this. Phone has usb failure. As per many people who faced this sent their device for rma.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rajkatiyar07:
anybody facing frequent call disconnections between airtel & jio ? i am facing many issues on my pixel 2xl in beta versions.:crying: shall i call service center ??
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nitin.chobhe:
Instead call your mobile network provider.

Nitin
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rajkatiyar07:
I was just wondering if it's a beta bug. Could you confirm its not?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Anyone excited about the Pixel 4... From the render pretty stoked that we don't have a ugly notch... A forehead... But that works given the facial recognition tech being implemented
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nitin.chobhe:
I'm not on beta but I'm pretty sure that Google would not release a beta with such a major bug.

Moreover I used beta 2 (when it was released) and it worked just fine.

Nitin
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] tremborg:
since google has not issued the VoLTE update for the Pixel 2 devices, airtel has replaced 3G tower in my area and now the voice calls fall back to 2G instead of 3G with even worse voice quality. Pathetic service from Google.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ninjasumit:
Google has some exclusive contract with Jio for VoLTE. We can always file a case in consumer court regarding this because its a legit unfair practice.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] reddevil08:
Had the same issue a few weeks ago.

If you have a rooted 2xl, Airtel VoLTE can be enabled quite easily.

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I don't think they have an exclusive contract with anyone. They are just trying to bring in more sales for the newer devices by intentionally hampering older ones. Google added support for Airtel/Vodafone VoLTE for Pixel3 series and Pixel3a supports it out of the box. They are just trying to get everyone to upgrade out of necessity.

Remember when the Pixel2 launched and they advertised Wifi calling support on Jio for this device. Now that the carriers are actually close to launching Wifi calling, Google has disabled that option as well for the Pixel2 series.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ninjasumit:
I don't think so. Google is smart enough to understand that no one would spend 50-60K in India just to get VoLTE. That's just far fetched and unrealistic. And about the Jio exclusivity, well Pixel 2 series was launched with a tie up with Jio along with lots of offers, cashbacks, etc. So I am pretty sure there's some kind of exclusivity there because its very easy to enable VoLTE and if Google is not doing that its definitely something they don't want/can't do.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ICEMAN_SID:
In any case it is really sad to not get VOLTE on one of the major operators in India and we can't do anything about it as well..so now when Airtel is shutting 3G all over India we are going to have to make all our voice calls on 2G.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Hrithan2020:
Can you guide me for a rooted device, how to enable VoLTE?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] hymnz:
Have you guys figured out enabling VoLTE on Airtel yet or need some tuts?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Hrithan2020:
No, please help provide instructions on how to enable VoLTE
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ninjasumit:
Received the android 10 update yesterday morning.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rajkatiyar07:
Guys how to enable that fancy clock with up coming events on top of it ? Just like the one in DP "Dinner with Layla in 30 minutes":confused:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ReVo_007:
Hey guys,

Is VoLTE working on JIO 4G with the android 10 update? I was trying to make it work with Airtel but it was not working at all so I inserted my Jio sim from my jiofi to check and to my surprise it was not working(internet 4G is working), is it the same with you ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] hymnz:
It's pretty straight forward if you are on Pie and rooted via magisk. Just follow this post below

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Had this issue with JIO & Airtel after the update - SIM recognized but no network registered. Had to do a factory reset for it to work. Also, no VoLTE with Airtel when I tried. Maybe you'll have some luck.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ReVo_007:
I had no luck as well, I checked with Airtel if they will enable VoLTE and they only come back saying that we do not support Pixel 2 XL, so that requisite fails.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Yeah... Will not hold my breath for the same ... In any case will be going for P4XL so not really concerned.. and even those holding back... The only big advantage of VoLTE is we don't fall back to 3G when on call and a slightly better call quality...

Thats about it...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] hymnz:
Holding back for what? Rooted p2xl can work with Airtel & Vodafone VoLTE .. And the main advantage of VoLTE is using internet while on call (Airtel VoLTE quality is pathetic and no better than normal calls)
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ReVo_007:
Is it working for you in Hyderabad with Airtel ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] hymnz:
After patching with the module you'll have to call up and convince the Airtel support that your device supports VoLTE .. They'll switch the frequency of your number and you can get VoLTE working on your phone.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Yeah P4XL is out of picture... It doesn't have a FP sensor to supplement the FaceLock... Will be picking a Asus ROG phone 2 next time I goto HK in about 2 weeks
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] darshanbangre:
Guys, I lost my 3.5mm to type C adaptor cable. Can anybody please suggest where I can get a new one? I tried on local shops and the cables that they have does not work with Pixel 2
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] hymnz:
Google support is your best bet.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ICEMAN_SID:
I lost it as well, I ordered it at somebody's place in USA directly from google USA..got it for 9$ or 12$ from there..
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] darshanbangre:
How did it reach India then?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ICEMAN_SID:
I ordered at some relatives place, and they got it while coming to India. But, I have heard that there are walk in centers of Google as well so you should try it as well.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Seems like India Australia New Zealand and handful other countries won't support motion sense aka Soli radar .... Would be useful to see if Google ships the P4XL in these countries without that hardware itself...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] CyberpodS2:
I use this every day in my truck. It does not have bluetooth but it has an aux input. This also sounds better than the OEM in my opinion.

Soditer Pixel 2 Headphone Adapter,USB C to 3.5mm Adapter,USB C Dongle Headpone Jack Has Realtek DAC Hi-Res, Type c Earphone Convert for Pixel 2/2XL/3/3XL, MacBook 2017 IPad Pro 2018, Moto Z2, OnePlus https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07LC9SCGC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_V1SJDbPXX4NNY
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] darshanbangre:
I bought this and works perfectly

Oaky USB C to 3.5 mm Female AUX Headphone Jack Adapter Dongle DAC, Hi-Res for iPad Pro Pixel 2/2XL/3/3XL/Moto Z/Huawei/Essential (Black) https://www.amazon.in/dp/B07TLNXM3W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_vC0JDb3BK8STF
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] darshanbangre:
Guys, I dropped my pixel 2 and the camera glass alone got shattered. How do I get this fixed? How good is Google service? I heard b2x will quote a bomb for replacing the camera glass.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Jeet Chowdhury:
Is VOLTE of Airtel and Vodafone working after October OTA?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] reddevil08:
It does not
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Jeet Chowdhury:
Very bad support from Google as I can see... Before I had a Nexus 6 that time they haven't provided VOLTE update for that phone as well...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ICEMAN_SID:
Pixel 4 not launching in India due to soli radar chip using restricted frequency in India..
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Yeah... Wasn't happy about but really wouldn't have bought it as well... Would be upgrading to ROG phone 2 when the 512gig version is available... Need that 6000mah battery ..

That phone will last me a week
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Jeet Chowdhury:
2019 = Dead Pixel
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rajkatiyar07:
Guys my 3.5 adapter not working. Anybody faced same issue ?

I tried one but that's not working https://www.amazon.in/gp/product/B07TNR13BL/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Any suggestions?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Xebeck:
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Wouldn't the size be a problem?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Well the full wood kerf case I have been using since 2 years now has made me comfortable with big size phones and the fat phones...

I am only concerned about the weight... But still very interested in getting it...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Rvarma:
I have enabled RCS in my pixel 2xl using airtel in india. I want to test how this thing works. Can anyone kindly help me to test this.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] chetan1989:
Band locking with Jio

Guys is there any solution to change LTE band in Jio on Pixel 2 XL?

I am getting bizzare speeds of 0.17 Mpbs and as soon as I make a call (which changes the band) speed jumps to 16 Mpbs.

Is there any way out?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Amritttt:
Hey guys i broke my google pixel 2 xl Front glass where do i get the only front glass fixed i have got the new front glass also but i cannot find anyone who can fix it and i dont want to pay google 17k for screen replacement as i feel it a rip off.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Hrithan2020:
I gave my Pixel 2XL 128 GB for repair, as there was a problem with the data port not working for a while. It was runing Pixel Dust ROM, with bootloader unlocked, but was working fine without any issues. I learnt that Google has offloaded the repair through another firm called B2X, and a B2X field technician came to my house, and verified the issue, and even took a video of the USB C , when connected to my laptop, only charging , while with his phone, it also detecting the device and allowing for data transfer. When going, he collected the phone and charger and gave me the copy of the form, where it clearly states the issue with the USB C port only.

Nearly, one week after this, now I saw the mail stating that there is a boot error as well as wired charging failure (both of which was not the case with the device I gave to B2X technician), and the final cost of repairing the device comes to 28k INR, and after giving a discount comes to 24270 INR, nearly 350 USD. I contacted the customer care, and reached a person who claimed to be from the Google Support team, but when asked further what he represents or the designation, said he can't share any details. He said the device is no longer treated as under warranty even for any hardware problems, if the bootloader is unlocked. He said that during the diagnosis, the team does multiple diagnosis tests after which the boot error was diagnosed.

When questioned further, he acknowledged that when I had given the device to them, that the device was working fine. Also, wanted to clarify that the support guy also mentioned as part of the diagnosis, team disassembles the phone and checks the device overall, and it was after this diagnosis that booting error happened. This must also be recorded in the phone conversation, which google has with them. I had also taken the video of the device, with it being plugged to the computer, and it charging, but not allowing data transfer.

However, now the device is not even booting or charging, for which they have to repair the motherboard in addition to the USB C port. I would really appreciate any help or tips you guys have to resolve this problem. Had the device being returned back in its condition, I at least would have been able to continue using the device. Now, it seems like Google is extorting me, and forcing me to pay the charges, because without that I can't even use the device

TLDR; Pixel 2 XL device given for repair for data cable not working; Now after diagnosis where they disassembled the device and did some flashing as per the support guy, Google says it is not booting or even charging, and is forcing me to pay 350 USD for fixing the motherboard in addition to the USB C port despite being on warranty. Any ideas on how to avoid this extortion??
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nitin.chobhe:
Tweet to Google India handle if you haven't.

Nitin
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Hrithan2020:
Thanks for the suggestion. I've done that now.

Edit: Sadly, no response from them.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Amritttt:
Similar thing happened with me phone was only charging when i connected it to my laptop and it wasn't working with the charging brick so google send Fedex guys to picked up the device and sent me a new one as i do not live in the serviceable area. In your case i think so technician locked your device while u were on a custom rom and now device is bricked.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Hrithan2020:
Any suggestions on what to do now. Google India still hasn't responded to my tweet. If the technician messed up and bricked my device, I don't understand how Google can ask me to pay for fixing the motherboard. :(

Contrast this with OnePlus where i was having an issue with microphone not working. I went to the OnePlus store and they replaced with a new motherboard, within 90 minutes and gave it back to me.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Amritttt:
There isn't much u can do about it as the device was unlocked and u can try filing a consumer court complaint against them as u have a proof that device was working while it was handed to the technician.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] blacklisted.rock:
Go to consumer court, file a report there.

You have a strong case.

It's not that hard to do so, you can even do it online.

And why didn't you lock the bootloader before giving your device?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Hrithan2020:
Sure. To be clear, I was not aware of any way the lock the bootloader, when you can't connect your phone to any computer, which was the h/w problem my device has had for a while. Is there any way available. ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] hymnz:
Does your phone carry the 2-year warranty? And was there a custom kernel/rom installed?

I have given my pixel to B2X three times for USB port issues and all times it was rooted and bootloader unlocked but on stock rom. There were no extra charges. The local B2X service guys used to tell me that if the bootloader is unlocked there will not be any warranty. I checked with google official support and I know for sure that warranty isn't void if you just root or unlock the bootloader, and so I asked them to ahead filing the issue report, and I wasn't charged anytime.

If you answered "yes & no" for my questions, reach out to google's support over chat on their pixel support page. If you answer anything else, then you're liable to pay for the charges.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Hrithan2020:
Yes and No. But, my problem is that I was using the device for over 8-10 months on this Android 9.0 based ROM, without any issues except for the data cable problem. I gave it finally to them, because the warranty was getting over soon, plus switching to Android 10. Now, I find that they are telling me that the device is not even booting properly, and today they called me saying that during the diagnosis, they found that the motherboard is no longer working BECAUSE OF THE ROM. This is despite the fact that I've not done any hardware modifications, and the same firmware I've been using for the past 8-10 months without any problem.

Now, I can't even get back my device in a functioning state unless I pay google the exorbitant amount, as they say the motherboard is conked off because of the custom ROM. I have the video of the device working fine, before giving to them, and even the field technician had taken video of the data cable issue when the device was working fine.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] hymnz:
Sorry to break it to you, your answer is "yes and yes" .. The moment you load a custom ROM the warranty is void. And the exorbitant service charge is because your warranty is voided. What were you thinking anyway by giving a custom ROM loaded phone for service?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Hrithan2020:
Firstly, kindly let know how I can flash stock image to revert to stock ROM when the data transfer is not working .

MOST IMPORTANTLY, my device which was given to them in a functioning condition with just the "data transfer not working", is now not booting at all, after they have done the diagnosis. I would have been perfectly fine, if they had returned the device to me, in the same "data transfer not working" condition, but they seem to have bricked the device and are charging me for fixing that.

Secondly, for my oneplus device when it had a hardware problem, I didn't face any issue that it had a custom ROM on it, so I wasn't aware that it was a given that warranty won't apply for hardware problem. I thought even if they say warranty is not applicable, they'll charge me for fixing the USB C port alone which should be much cheaper, and worst case, if the quote is very high, I'll opt to not do any repair as the device was functioning without any issues. (when I googled there were quite a few people who had this issue, for whom the USB C port was fixed and given w/o replacing the motherboard)

TLDR; Issue is not that I'm not getting warranty; but that Google is now saying device is not booting at all after diagnosis, so even if I reject the quote, I'll get a device which no longer works!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] hymnz:
You're entitled to get your device in an "as is" condition as to before sending it to the service centre. Fight on this first. Get hold of the B2X technician who came to collect your device. The opening the phone diagnosis happens at the central service centre after the local B2X technician sends it off to them. If the centre itself received a dead device, the local B2X guy has done something he should not have done and is the culprit. Also, please go through the T&C behind the receipt carefully before claiming anything.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] 100rabh7791:
Record your conversations with them everytime you contact them. Anything they say ask them to give in writing. Also, whatever complaints you've and whatever you speak with them as a query, write a mail as well. It's very easy for them to get away with it if it's not in writing.

I had a bad experience with Sony once. The Xperia had a known issue of motherboard and i got replacement once and then it stopped working again and they kept delaying me until i kept asking for their supervisors. I was in Bangalore and i had to make many calls to reach their head office to get myself heard. The day i spoke with the head office i got a call that there is a different model of same value ready for me.

So you might want to ask for a senior telling that you've had many conversation with junior staff and it is unacceptable. Also record the video if they come to collect your device again. I think you should send it back for repair provided they agree to do it for free. And make sure you speak with a senior supervisor, record their calls n note their name. And yeah don't root or unlock your bootloader
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Hrithan2020:
Thanks for the advice. I'll definitely ensure that from now on, it is in mail. I'll also start doing the recording.

Currently, I'm already on a custom ROM with bootloader unlocked. Unfortunately, because of the data transfer problem, I'm not able to flash the stock google images and lock the bootloader. Is there any way to do that, for a device when data transfer doesn't work?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] 100rabh7791:
Didn't they give you the device back with a factory reset settings??
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Hrithan2020:
Actually, the only thing which seems to have happened on software side, seems to be that the PIN was now set. Apart from that, it is still on Pixel Dust ROM, which was the same ROM I've been using for many months (since Android 9/Pie). I've not been able to switch back to google ROM, or lock my bootloader because of the data transfer not working.

Meanwhile, I've gotten a mail from the google support team, where they have confirmed the same:

"I would like to confirm that the device will be repaired free of cost and returned with full working condition. Please confirm the details so that I can go ahead and book a B2X ticket for you."

I'm thinking based on this, I can actually go ahead and ask them to book a B2X ticket. I'll also ensure that, I'll take video of the device again, and of the field technician collecting the device, so that I have proof this time also.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rrohanjs:
What would be the cost of installing a new battery?

Any place in Mumbai to do it?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Jeet Chowdhury:
Is stock December 2019 support Airtel and Vodafone VOLTE? Or WiFi Calling?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ICEMAN_SID:
Guys one of my friend has to replace his pixel 2 battery. Are there any walk in stores of google where he can get it done or how is it done?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] HaarisTheBoss:
Any of you guys have VOLTE or VOWIFI working?