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[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nishant786:
I've been using the demo for 2 days now, and I haven't noticed any issue on this unit. Quite frankly first time a pair of speakers have blown me away. Pleasant balanced sound, very loud, no crackling etc.

Granted I'm more of a screen than audio guy.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] virani_joush:
Played with Pixel Xl 2 at chroma store today for about 15 mins. That screen felt so dull. White were also very dull. My OnePlus 2 display felt more vivid and pure more white. My heart broke... I really wanted to buy that phone. But I guess I will have to wait. Stupid Google, can't check before releasing their flagship phone. Will just wait and watch if colours improve with the update as Google says.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
Finally pre-ordered the 2 xl today. Blue shift doesn't bother me as much as i mostly hold my phone infront of me and not at an angle. Can't wait for 16th Nov. The main reason is the faster updates and vanilla android experience which no other OEM can provide.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Well visited Croma today... And they only had black version on display... But this thing is beautiful... Had my Nexus 6p with me and it's almost the same size with a bigger screen and less bezels...

The Colors looked the same to me.. I prefer the sRGB mode on my Nexus so it didn't look washed out or dull...

Though I might still cancel my preorder if HTC pulls a good one ... Nov 2nd has HTC U11 plus incoming... If it's awesome... I'll be in deeper sheet...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nickporwal:
Only reason i am holding out is because of the reports of burn in issues. Has anyone checked in demo units?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nitin.chobhe:
You can try it; but what I had heard/ read was that offer was on prebooking the phone.

Nitin
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sultan of Speed:
This "Google Store" was in Phoenix mall? How long are they there? What about Panda pre-order users who are yet to get their product, thanks in part to google and Flipkart? Will they be around until say 1st Dec when I'm supposed to get the product?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Nihar.G:
According to https://www.jio.com/shop/buy-google-pixel-2-google-pixel-2-xl you can avail the offer till 24th January 2018. But I was told by the Jio guy that Jio SIM must be the first SIM inserted in your phone, but confirm that with someone else.

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I'm not sure if they're there anymore. From what I understand, it was a pre-order only offer if you pre-order from a nearby Reliance Digital store. So, I'm not sure if preordering from Flipkart will make you eligible to avail that offer. Also the store I pre-ordered from, asked everyone to get a JB version or wait an indeterminate amount of time as "black and white is out of stock all over India" (quote from the sales guy).

I'm gonna be visiting Amanora in a couple of days to get the headphones and a Jio SIM. I'll report back about the Google store if you want.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sultan of Speed:
Thanks

I'd like that please.

Thanks again in advance.

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See, this is called real sales and being customer centric. Reliance guys telling customers to book just black as that's the only version available. And also letting them know that they don't know when panda will be available.

This is EXACTLY what was expected out of Flipkart and they failed. Kept us waiting for 3 weeks to tell us there's an issue and then make us wait for 2 more weeks.

And even after disaster had struck and delays have begun, they are still not offering a chance to those customers to change over to Just Black.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
yes jio offer is still running i am also returning mine too so that i can get 5t and can remain in peace without worrying about issues of pixel
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sultan of Speed:
Don't buy chinese products. Don't encourage chinese products. Just my 2 cents for what they do to India.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rkial:
Is returning for a refund an option in India? I thought it wasnt something people did here.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
I'm also curious about it. Amazon used to do this earlier but they have also stopped accepting returns for phones.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sharp-Razr:
No refunds unless the unit is faulty and they cannot remedy the situation. They send their technicians to inspect the phone. Reason is people (in typical Indian fashion) misused the 30 day refund facility in the past.

Forget that, they haven't given me a refund and it's been 9 days since I cancelled my pre order. Raised a support ticket and they kicked the can down the road to claim they'll solve it by 24th 9 pm over 11 days since cancellation. Thay gives you an idea how things work here. Amazon is slightly, mind you only slightly better, than FKT.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rkial:
Yeah. I thought so. I remember Amazon cancelled their return policy because assholes misused it and runied it for everyone.

Was wondering because the guy said he was going to return his Pixel.

I dont want to return it. Love mine.

Also, the assistant cant recognize songs in India yet.. "What is playing" command doesnt work. But there is a widget , a 1x1 icon with a music logo on it. Works.

Its not the "Now Playing" Widget. it needs internet to work.. but I have that icon on my home screen. Can recognize songs. works really well. No need for a 3rd party app.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
yes if it is done in days on flipkart... I have done today
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit3221:
My phone can recognize Indian songs on Now playing.

Although I was connected to the internet so can't say for sure if it has the songs information available in offline mode as well. But rest assured I can confirm Now Playing can recognize Indian songs.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sharp-Razr:
No questions asked refund or for a fault within the 10 day return period? If no questions asked then yes, I'm pleasantly surprised. And here the SOBs are delaying my refund
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] vivektyagi20:
It took JIO 4 days to activate the plan for me.

Can anyone confirm if the same SIM could be used in a different device? I tried using the SIM in my Mum's device and Data doesn't work. Calls/SMS are working as expected.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
There is a temple nearby my place and it plays aarti in the morning. Now playing even recognised that :silly: although its not very good with old Rock music and unknown artists. I guess it will only improve over time.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit3221:
Google Assistant is spiritual [emoji23] [emoji23]
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
yes no questions asked but I am waiting for the pick up guy to collect the phone

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yesterday I contacted Google grievance support for daydream offer they said that Google is not offering daydream VR in any country.... However Google counter in Pacific mall confirmed that daydream will be free as well as sennheiser headset.... can anyone confirm the croma offer regarding daydream VR
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sharp-Razr:
And what's the reason for return? Is it the much debated display problem? Just curious.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
??? I think now playing directory is much diverse than it was reported in the launch

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for return use the option on desktop to return in the app it will ask you contact Google support.. just select reason as quality issue and in comment mention about display issue
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nitin.chobhe:
Was that a ported number or new SIM? The guys at Reliance Digital said that I must use the SIM at least for 15 days and then I can use it in any other phone. I don't know how reliable that information is but I have only number so not a worry for me.

Nitin
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] vivektyagi20:
It was a new SIM. I also asked the Google guy in Croma. He said keep the SIM in Pixel 2 XL for 20 days and then you can use it in other device freely. The one from Reliance Digital said wait for a couple of hours before doing so.

I believe since the SIM is mapped with device's IMEI, waiting for a particular period won't be of much help. Would really like the SIM to work in a different device though.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nitin.chobhe:
I do not think so... I had used the JIO launch offer on a different phone than the one on which it was activated.

Nitin
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] vivektyagi20:
I tried with 2 different devices. Data didn't work in either.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
just checked in croma store about daydream offer and yes it is running with other offers, condition is that buyer have to first take. Demo. at these pixel counters in malls and then make the purchase after that show the invoice in pixel counter mentioning that after demo you have purchased the device and daydream VR will be provided. All information are received from Google agent present at croma store
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nitin.chobhe:
May be try after 15/ 20 days as those guys told :)

This is unfair. What about the guys who prebooked the phones :mad:

Nitin
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] harish2887:
Agreed with you, this is totally unfair with those who have ordered in Oct from Flipkart.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
that is what I told to Google grievance support as they are directly denying the offer... so i have given the information about this offer and let's see what they have to. say

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flipkart is providing worst service... As if pixel problems were not enough they are also adding there own
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] anushtup:
Any idea about the daydream version?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Nihar.G:
Regarding Now Playing, it is quite good at recognizing Hindi/Marathi songs played on radio or TV but only recognized one out of 15-20 songs I played from Spotify Top 50 chart.

This leads me to believe that Google is pushing a database of Indian songs for devices bought here instead of the international database. They do a similar thing on Google Play Music. They push Indian content and don't even show international charts. There should really be a way to choose which database Now Playing is using.

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I got a 2016 version.

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I was told the same thing. Use it for 15-20 days at least for the offers to work.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] anushtup:
I am not feeling bad if I don't get one now...I already have it. :D
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rkial:
Just ordered a Spigen Rugged Armor. My first case ever. Hope it doesnt disappoint.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Got a Speck case now... Will be selling the UAG case.. anyone interested??
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Prattham:
Been noticing you in 6p thread

What is your impression of the pixel? Should i buy it or not currently on op3

I know the issue and everything watched all review etc but wanna know from a person who knows his stuff :p
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Well here's the low down... Phones are subjective to taste... Some people make a sacrifice on something and some on others... I prefer the pixel 2 xl... Cuz the camera(will join Instagram once I get it) and the awesome stock android feel ... And the customised/modded version that we expect to get... Slowly but surely ...

Some prefer iPhone X due to its name... Used it for a day ... Borrowed from my Jain friend... And that notch is freaking ugly... Else I would have gone for it... Was adamant in getting everything apple this year with iPhone iPad 10.5(will still get it) and Apple watch series 2... Cuz series 3 is sheet...

Now as far as recommendation goes or suggestions goes... The pocket speaks.. if you can buy the pixel 2 xl...go for it... The screen blue tint is there.. but is easily overlooked... I am unsure of the granny screen of which people speak.. don't think you can see sheet on a quad HD screen... But still...

My main reason of buying were the following:-

1. Google

2. OLED screen

3. LG .. (still have a Nexus 5.. gonna exchange it for this though)

4. Huawei cheated us with Nexus 6p.. so gotta get it rid of it...

5. Battery

6. Front firing awesome speaker... Those who say iPhone has the same has the same should die ..

7. Waterproof.. (my 1st waterproof phone was Xperia z and I literally played holi)

8. 2 years warranty

9. Bragging rights of new OS

10. Being unique and getting something that less people have..

11. Hate apple for that notch and removing the FP sensor...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nageshv24:
Like you I too came from 6P and now got the smaller Pixel 2, got used to the size in a couple of days. Didn't had any issues with 6P, guess I was one of the few Lucky ones. Just the temptation of the latest and greatest got me to buy Pixel 2.

Speaking of Insta, 6P was a huge boost for me to get into photography.

Here's my Insta profile, all pictures were shot and edited on Nexus 6P

https://www.instagram.com/navedits_/

Soon I will be joining #teampixel on IG.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] anushtup:
Nicely put.

On a different topic, anyone recieved the 2 XL panda yet? I am refering to the people who pre-booked from Croma/relaince/etc.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Nihar.G:
Has anyone else availed the exchange offer for extra 5000 off in a Reliance Digital store or Jio website? Do you get the money as cash/reduced price form phone or in your JioMoney account?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] th3discodancer:
Nope. Flipkart says Panda will ship latest by the 29th. I honestly don't think it will even by then.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] anushtup:
This is really not cool. I don't understand the reason for the delay. Does anyone have any idea?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] th3discodancer:
The delay is from google's end, failing to supply the panda variants to the seller on flipkart.

That said, I still condemn flipkart because how in the furking world were they accepting pre orders with a promised delivery date without having any knowledge of stock status?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] anushtup:
Exactly my problem too. But with Croma. They promised the date to be 15 th. And I saw Flipkart said it was sold out. So did the Croma website. How can something be sold out if it hasn't reached the stores?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sultan of Speed:
Exactly my point. I have raised this point by email and also in Twitter. But yet to receive a reply.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
I tweeted to google a couple of time about the daydream VR offer yet they have not replied. It sucks that they are giving it in addition to the offers we got when we prebooked the phone way early. Didn't expect the double standards from google.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
they are not. replying to. my grievance either it feels terrible
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
I'm gonna go to pixel zone in noida this Sunday to contact them. I guess they are purposely trying to dodge these questions.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit3221:
Do update here if they hand out a Daydream headset to you.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
:laugh:

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Unfortunately, I fall into the same category. :(
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] dhan_shh:
Is there any way to 'shuffle' navigation buttons (I need 'back' button on the right side) using settings?

I think "custom navigation bar" app in playstore is buggy!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Had bought the Google cardboard VR to use with nexus 6p... Used it twice and then it gathered dust... Then used it again for VR porn... And didn't use it again...

VR is at a very nascent stage and needs to be note seamless and less clunky...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] vd1900:
I knew you would not have liked it ...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rkial:
The price of the Rugger Armor dropped from 1139 to 998. I contacted Amazon support and they added the difference to my account.

If anyone else is in the same boat and within the return period/ might want to check it out.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
VR porn lol. Lets see if i can get a free vr from google :P

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That's why i love Amazon. Their service is absolutely brilliant. Just imagine if it was Flipkart instead of Amazon, they would have never issued the refund.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nageshv24:
I too am using Custom Navigation Bar, no issues here. Was pretty reliable for me on 6P too.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
I was tempted to buy it last year but then I was told not to by a couple of friends giving exactly the same reason.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Nah VR porn wasn't there last year... It's new :laugh:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] dvsk69:
Selling off my Pixel 2 XL 64GB black. Just couple of days old.

Anyone interested DM me.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
:silly::laugh:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
??? I don't think anyone here will be interested imo
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] virani_joush:
What happened? Why u want to sell? I mean Better to get a refund.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] dvsk69:
Long time iOS user jumped to Android but would like to go back.

Refund isn't possible. Only replacement from the awesome customer service Flipkart [emoji46]
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] abhipc:
I went to the Google pop-up experience counter in Phoenix Market city Pune.

The guys there said the Daydream offer is only valid if you buy the device after 15th November. The headset is not given to people who pre-ordered the device!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] soodgautam:
Can anyone help me on how HDFC bank EMI scheme works.

I bought Panda 2 XL for 73,000 with exchange discount of 6,000. + 100 Pickup = 73,000 - 6000 + 100 = 67,100.

I also took No Extra Cost EMI on HDFC Bank Credit Card offer with 6 EMI at ₹2,473, so effective cost is 67,100 - 2,473 = 64,627.

So my monthly EMI should be 64,627/6 = 10771.17. But HDFC bank just charges me as per 67,100/6 = 11183.24.

Can anyone explain how this works ?

Thanks in advance
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Nihar.G:
I pre-ordered it and I have the Daydream headset. [emoji55]
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
I don't know what's going as on one hand Google customer support is denying any such offers and pixel activity guys are saying something else
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
That 2473 discount is for the interest hdfc will charge you for emi. Since the no cost emi offer is run by Flipkart and not the bank, they deduct the interest from your basic value.

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Its such bull**** on google's end. They should have been clear, first they said all the preorder offers will be valid only if you order before 31st. And now they extended them and on top of it free vr.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] soodgautam:
Exactly my point - if i am being charged 67,100 by HDFC in 6 installments - where is the discount ?

Phone will cost me 67,100 and not 64,627 as i had thought.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] abhipc:
I've tweeted multiple times now to Google India... Here's one of many!

https://twitter.com/Madsolute/status/933944468998275072

Retweet, Reply, Quote and mention them all... Maybe we'll get clarity that way
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
The phone cost is 67100 in your case and you won't pay any interest on the emi you took from the bank. The discount is the interest bank charges you and not extra discount in addition to emi.

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They are not replying, i have also tweeted them multiple times. Customer service is something google has to catch up on big time. This is just unacceptable.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
yes what's the point of being first in line... if they have to do this then we can have waited for issues to solve and after hands on we could have make. up our mind this is just making fool of everyone who preordered pixel
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
I ordered the same case from Amazon for 1139 but I'm not sure if I'm still within the return period. Will check it right away.

BTW what did you write that made them add the difference to your account?

Thanks a ton.

Just checked my account and I'm not eligible for a return. It ended yesterday.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
Just try contacting them again saying that it's unfair that you paid extra amount for the item while the items price was reduced when your return period was active.

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I know man. Pre-ordering google items don't make sense anymore. Its better to wait and get a better deal.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rkial:
Just asked them if they would match the lower price or if I should return and re-order.

Framing the question that way got me a pretty quick answer saying I am a valued customer and I shouldnt have to go through the trouble of returning and that they would add the money to my Pay balance.

If it is outside the return period, which was 10 days, then I doubt they would. Prices change all the time. Bad luck I guess.

I just clicked on it accidentally when I was tracking my order and saw the new price.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
I left them a message stating how cheated I feel. Just kidding! :laugh:

I wrote them that the product price dropped well within my return window and inquired if they can refund the difference.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
Haha lets see if they issue a refund. My experience so far with Amazon has been pretty good.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Horoscope:
I dont know if anyone has purchased this Case... it is very good, feels good in that hand, overall very good protection for the phone and looks like Leather....

It is not a Premium looking case but 100% worth money - 599/-

https://www.amazon.in/gp/product/B076YG5NM2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nitin.chobhe:
Yes, i got this in last week and it feels very nice.

Nitin
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Prattham:
Just bought my pixel 2 xl:fingers-crossed: