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[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit3221:
What was the issue that you mentioned? Speaker distortion?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
speaker distortion both during call and listening music and I have shown this to executive too which he confirmed but since no solution is available so they are not acknowledging the issue too
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit3221:
Great. I guess no other option than availing Flipkart buyback now.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
yes i think at present there is no solution present and sending device for repair is waste of time too lets hope this gets fixed
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] yadhu:
Any suggestions for a transparent back , raised front lip case for the pixel 2 xl. ?

Also, do we get tempered glass for the back ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
Ringke Fusion Crystal Clear & Spigen Liquid Crystal Case. They both come with transparent back and raised front lip. They are available on Amazon.in.

Not sure of any tempered glass for the back but Gadgetsheidz has a back protector too and it offers excellent protection from scratches.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] darshanbangre:
Guys, I bought Pixel 2 on Jan 6th it's been 4 months now. I have still not got the HDFC cashback. Whenever I call up the customer care they say they have taken the request
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
So my pure wood case arrived from USofA.... Quite possibly the only one rocking a pure wood case in India....
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] carahul.368@gmail.com:
Hey. Need an advise here.

I am going for a new Pixel 2 XL 128GB. Flipkart is having a big sale (13th to 16th May) wherein they'll offer an additional 10K off on the Pixel 2 range.

My doubt - Where should I buy it from, considering the following:

a) Flipkart: Risk of getting an Oct / Nov stock unit, dubiously known for having a high number of issues, mainly speaker distortion and blue tint (both of which are visibly less in the units from newer lots, say post Dec)

b) Rel Store / Croma - 128GB is out of stock everywhere since a month. If I wait however, I'll get an assured stock of new lot having much lesser issues; however for a higher price by INR 10,000. Not to mention, no idea how long will I have to wait.

Any advises? The dilemma is a higher discount vs a better quality (newer) product.

Also, any idea if Flipkart is known for re-selling refurbished / returned old Pixel 2 XL's by repacking them?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Amolecule:
Which one? Kerf , Carved or Toast?

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I feel you. Maybe try calling the google support. Not on Chat but the number. They might send you one. A friend of mine got it for 900 but then it went out of stock.

I lost mine in transit at Dubai airport. Luckily I could grab a razor adapter since there was a razr store in the city I was visiting.

Make sure any dongle you buy has a DAC built in. Any other type c adapter wont work with pixel 2. If you can - ask anyone coming from an international airport to try the cromas or any other electronic outlet. Airports usually stock these stupid things
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Kerf case
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Prattham:
I purchased croma on nov 24 and got 10 oct manufactured one

Got it replaced due to speaker crackling and got Nov 14 manufactured

Blue tint is present in all devices doesn't matter the manufactured date

Other Than that it is perfect ?

Cheers ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Amolecule:
Wow. Congrats. Thats some moolah you shelled out for a case. How much did it cost you if you imported it, if I may?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Cost me 80$ total... Was able to duck the customs deptt by having the awesome guys at kerf undervalue the shipment... Got the shipment in like 10days total....
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] sachinkraj:
Go for Flipkart!

I would recommend going for Flipkart. Reasons below:

The risk of getting Oct / Nov stock is not actually a risk. It does not matter if the phone is last year stock, provided its seal packed. You will get the exact same unit even if its a May 2018 unit or No 2017 unit.

You can always return your phone in 10 days (10 days return policy is there), if you are still not happy with the unit manufacturing date.

You can buy phone damage protection as low as Rs.49/-

You can buy the phone with buyback offer in Rs.149/-. This way you can own a new Pixel 3 phone later in the year with getting 60%+ of your current phone (Pixel 2).

You may not find such huge cashback and discount elsewhere in local stores.

Do not worry about the other issues you mentioned above like screen, speakers etc. Yes, the screen is not like Samsung Super AMOLED or any other OLED screen but since the Google added colour boost mode, it feels perfect. Speaker problem is faced by few users and not all, so it's not like every phone has the same problem. And even if you find any problem with your device, Flipkart can accept the return within 10 days. If you cross 10 days limit, you might need to contact Google, and as far as I know, they are super supportive. You can read in the XDA threads, the device can be replaced by contacting Google support. Anyways these are worst cases.

I would recommend going for it but for the 64GB version, you will save a lot in cash plus you get google photos storage free which eliminates the requirement of larger capacity phones.

PS: I own the Pixel 2 XL 64GB, I never felt a need of 128GB yet. 48 GB was my max cap when I shot a lot of 4K videos later those uploaded to Google Photos and my phone is back to 15-20 GB normal usage.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
basically there is no point on buying pixel 2xl after all its may and in October there will be pixel 3 launch so instead of getting in trouble with so many issues you can save yourself by waiting for pixel 3 or may be note 9.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Well I'd skip pixel 3... It won't feature a in screen fingerprint sensor... And this year Google won't use it chip being developed in-house as well... Probably wait for pixel 4 to upgrade too...

You can use OnePlus 6 in the meantime... Supposed to have cameras in 3 digits rating at dxomark
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ICEMAN_SID:
I would say, go for a pixel 2XL as the price is already 60% of the launch price, use it for a year and a half and then switch to pixel 4. This phone is a experience in its own..feel the smoothness and speed..you won't regret it..:cowboy:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Well got the may update at night... Please make sure that you don't reload your phone at 3am.. unless you want to get blinded by the boot animation...

Also going through Android police it seems that andoid P will have no navigation are and will instead rely on gestures.... No conventional back home and multitask... But gestures....

This tells us that it's gonna be full screen phone.. with possibility of not having front firing speakers...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] carahul.368@gmail.com:
Thanks Sachin! I wasn't aware that Flipkart has re-started the 10 days no questions asked return policy again.. It wasn't there last year when I'd gone for my current 6P.

A close friend had pre-ordered the Pixel 2 XL 64 GB. Got the speaker distortion (while calling on speakerphone and on spefic audio/video files) in 4 replacements over a period of 5 months and finally he had to sell it off. Worst experience of his life!

As per the XDA posts, this issue seems minimal on lots manufactured after Dec and I am really looking to buy one purely for its software experience!

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While it has been 6 months no doubt, but for the expected price during the upcoming sale the P2XL is a steal! Not to mention the crazy high prices Pixel 3 will get launched at, and the expected barrage of issues plaguing the new phone launches for the first few months...

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Thanks! While I have high hopes from OP6, I don't think it'll ever be able to replicate the fluid lag-free software experience the Pixel 2 offers. However I haven't tried the last few iterations of 1+ (5/5T) so I may not be the best person to comment thereon.

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Thanks Sid! Completely agree.. I am just hoping that after 2 duds, the Pixel 3 will be in a league of its own... Let's see!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] yadhu:
Gadgetsheidz has a protector for back? Couldn't find one. There was one from Scratchguard but that's too expensive (1k) for a scratch guard!

Also, if you've used it, does it provide protection for camera lens when placed on back. Is it raised above the camera lens ??
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
Gadgetsheidz does have both screen and body protectors. And you can get them both for just 600rs. It actually covers almost the entire device from all sides. I don't think you'll get a better scratch protection than this at this price point.

It also comes with a small circular piece that covers the place around the lens. You can see it in the pix.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Prattham:
You used the front protection right?

Does it also has those spacing where dust gets collected?

Case friendly?

You ordered ultra clear? Or. Matte?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
It's not like those thick/flat tempered glass protectors that lay flat on the curved screen and let dust settle under the edges. It's some kind of a flexible film that goes along the edges and leaves no gap. You just need to make sure that the edges stick well. It's not edge-to-edge though which actually helps in making it case friendly. I've used it with Spigen Rugged Armor and Ringke Fusion without any issues.

Definitely matte finish. Once you experience the smudge/fingerprint free, reflection free display, you'll never go back to clear screen protectors for sure.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Prattham:
That does hinders the brightness a bit right?

Also can you post images?

Cheers ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
android P beta signup is live now :good:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Yup pretty excited about the new gestures.... Just gonna wait for 4months for flashing the final build
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
Probably a bit. But I couldn't find any difference. I usually leave my phone brightness around 40% anyways. So, even if it were to make a substantial difference, I could just compensate by sliding the brightness a little to the right. No big deal. I guess It's a trade off I was ready to make. But like I said, I didn't find any difference.

You can find the pix I posted here -
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] saj2001ind:
Actually I did update to P beta yesterday night itself and it's very stable no issues so far and it's all new Android now

Great stuff by Google
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
nopes i was just excited to use android P i haven't use it till duebto lack of themeing ...but with latest developments in substratum community I was hopeful.

By the way the gesture navigation is so so it's not perfect it will take time to get used to.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Well its good... Its not paranoid android good...but it will get there....
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
well said .......paranoid implementations were superb and most of their features have been adopted by google, but i think update for google photos is very interesting.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
I'd agree.... Even the google assistant calling for booking was awesome... Though I am not sure why I found the assistant voice racist... Like she kept changing her tone depending on the voice of the other person....it will be another challenge to get it up and running with Indian language... Punjabi and all.... ??
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Prattham:
Is it easy for the installation? Did you got the kit as well?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
hahaha in future if google assistant supports Indian regional language it will be awesome to listen the tone ...:D
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
I just followed their installation guide and had no issues whatsoever. Using a hair dryer will surely help and save time.

I didn't order the kit. It's nothing but soap water. I used Johnson & Johnson baby soft Lol. Probably thats the secret behind smooth installation.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Prattham:
Did you purchased the kit also?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] numerouknow:
Just edited my previous post to answer your question.

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Johnson & Johnson baby shampoo to be precise Lol
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] hiback:
so i went ahead and clicked on Opt in, but I can't. Weird.

P.S I am on pure stock
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
i can't say about but I got mine just after enrolling ..
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ICEMAN_SID:
So how is P beta working out for people who downloaded it..Is it worth taking a risk on daily driver..:)
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit3221:
Working out great so far. No major glitches.

It's surprisingly good and can be used as a daily driver. The battery seems better although its been only two days, so let's see how it holds up.

Also it took me more time to charge from 20 percent to 100 today. Will have keep a close look on the charging time. YMMV.

Apart from that, it's totally worth it.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
Charging time has been same for me. And yes the beta indeed seems pretty stable. The new animations makes the phone a tad slower but I personally like the new animations. Gestures definitely needs more work but since it's first public beta a lot could change until the final version is released. Weather on lockscreen and ambient screen is a welcome change too. I don't like the massive LTE sign beside the signal bar though.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bill10:
What is the Google photos update?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] darshanbangre:
Currently, I own Nexus 6P (2.5yrs old) and my wife has a Pixel 2. I am super confused if I have to go for Pixel 2 XL or OnePlus6. Please help.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Start using the search feature mate... Or at least browse the last 5-7 pages... You would have had your answer...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit3221:
So looks like Google pulled a "Pixel" on Google Home as well.

Google Home price slashed by 2k and Home Mini slashed by 1k. You can get an additional 10% off using HDFC Card on the bigger one.

Seems like it's no use pre-ordering Google devices or even ordering them within first few weeks of their launch.

I am pretty worried about Pixel 3 now :P
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] siddhesh.raikar:
I'm wondering how their investment into the Flipkart-Walmart deal will affect the pricing and sales later this year.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Well to be honest I am actually happy... At least this would entail that we get all the pixel line product and accessories at one go...

For the price don't give much crap cuz.. I ain't gonna buy pixel 3.... And most of all... Won't buy in first wave... With Google 2nd wave is good... 1st wave is always ALWAYS bad....
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
let's see what happens because it's going to be a tough choice to buy pixel 3 for software and camera features as recently some others OEM's also supporting these features now atleast that will save the headache of dealing with issues persistent will Google devices.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
I don't think pixel 3 will be haunted by these type of issues. Google is smart enough not to repeat same mistakes again specially with all the negitive press they got for pixel 2 xl.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
That is not happening since 6P every Google device has one major issue specific to device.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ICEMAN_SID:
Software wise being on latest software and security patches is easier said than done..Other OEMs have multiple devices to take care of along with the flagship, they won't be able to provide with the latest software updates even after fragmentation and all..There might be some improvements in that department though.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
So after using may update and then after DP 2 preview I contacted Google about speaker issue and when it will be fixed in future.

Reply : The speakers are tuned to produce best possible output and they are performing ok and if you are facing issue then you can lower volume as it's not a issue as reported by hardware team. Further he told me that since your replacement device also have the same issue so there is no point of replacement as the device is behaving exactly like it was tuned to behave.

So basically Google is saying that all the devices are working fine and if you facing issues then it not their problem.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit3221:
I've made my peace with the distortions. Will use buyback guarantee to buy another phone. Maybe Pixel 3.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sukhi:
I believe, you would be able to use it for some other phone but not Pixel 3 because it would extremely depriciate by that time. I bought Pixel 2 for 40k and I return it back for 32K until August.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit3221:
Flipkart says i'll get 32800 if i order by 17 nov.

So if Pixel 3 launches before that, I should be good.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
i am also ignoring the issue and i rarely use youtube and music because of this issue but it always comes back in mind so frustrating to use .
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Prattham:
I got a new device for this issue and device which i got has little less volume but no distortion whatsoever

I requested for rma in March
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ICEMAN_SID:
I have this issue and face it mainly on calls or low definition videos..I have also learnt to make peace with the issue..I am not sure about RMA, since for most of the people that did not change so I do not think there is much of a point in taking the pain..

Same for screen issues, don't notice them now so, it is working fine..other than that, this thing is doing great..
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
I have made peace too but I was curious to know Google stand as they made huge promises for the may update but I think it feels bad to see such a terrific device lacks in few basic features essential for smartphone.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Abhinandansaini:
The 2XL slipped from my hand and fell on road.I have the screen and the back glass shattered. Has anybody gotten their device fixed from Google? Idea about cost ?

Also does google repair or replace broken phones ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] goti(0):
I think it's repair cost will be too high and will not be repaired soon as they don't have the repair parts right now that's why they are not repairing pixel 2 devices.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sukhi:
Is weather widget working for you guys?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
Weather widget on home screen is working. The one on ambient screen is not.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sukhi:
Thanks ! I updated the Google Search app yesterday and since then, it is not working. I am on DP2 though.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
I'm also on dp2 and I too got an update couple of days backs. However the weather widget not showing weather is related to Google's servers as many people randomly face the same issue.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rrohanjs:
Anybody planning to sell their phone pm me with a realistic value considering resale value sucks of this phone, i own a pixel 2xl myself, looking for another one but 2nd hand since it makes no sense to buy in full price now since pixel 3 will come
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rrohanjs:
On paytm mall effective price of pixel 2xl 64 gb is 48k, is it a safe buy? Wonder how come so cheap?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
Paytm is usually safe.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Only the paytm authorized sellers.... Or brand authorized ones.... Won't trust everyone... Due to lack of paytm customer service people... They sremt customer centric
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ICEMAN_SID:
If you have a HDFC credit card then you can get it a similar effective price at croma as well..Official price of pixel 2 XL without discount is now 59k, with a 10 k cashback you get it for 49k.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nikhil.agrawal:
Ya sorry I forgot that bit. Brand authorised sellers are safe. I did buy a Motorola phone from a non authorised seller and luckily didn't face any issues but yes their service is definitely not on par with Amazon or even Flipkart.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] sri4xda:
I bought Pixel 2 XL from paytm mall and it is safe. Got cash back of 10000 as well credited to paytm account of mine.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Iwin#:
I just enquired in Chroma, the best price they can do is 56999 plus 10k HDFC cashback within 90 days. So effectively 47k.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit3221:
Cmon Flipkart. Ship it already [emoji28][emoji28]
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] interactwithme:
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[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rkial:
Heh. I checked 10 mins back to see if it had shipped . Not yet
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit3221:
Same here... Been checking it every 10 mins since yesterday. Not very proud of my Patience levels. [emoji14]
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nishant786:
This really isn't good. I thought with a mid November launch date we'll be getting the newer batches. For all we know Google is repacking and sending the returned phones from US.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rkial:
The IMEI shows it was sold to India. So it is unlikely to be a refurb.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nishant786:
Yeah on that I was being facetious. But yeah I've been following reddit 4 times a day and, although not confirmed, but it seems later batches are better.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] virani_joush:
Nice to see Indian unit in action. Thanks for pics. Btw did you received any update yet?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] interactwithme:
Yes yesterday late night i got it.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit3221:
Hey, is there a pre-installed screen guard?

I am waiting for gadgetshieldz to add it to the inventory. Pixel 2 XL isn't listed on their website as of now. So I might need to get a temp screen guard / tempered glass if Google isnt is providing one.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] interactwithme:
No pre installed screen guard.

And one major thing missing from the box is USB type a to USB type c cable for transfers and charging from power bank. They only provide type c to type c for charging from power brick.