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[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] 83097markcynt:
I need a good phone camera for work, love front facing speakers, stock android with fast updates. Those are my reasons, plus if the squeezable frame works as advertised, will be a bonus.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] jt3:
LIke you, I'm upgrading from my 6P. While I was interested in the original Pixel, there just wasn't enough to justify upgrading. It wasn't the price either. Had they offered the PXL for $399, I still doubt I'd have bought it. There simply wasn't enough to draw me from my 6P, which has been my favorite Android phone of all time. The P2XL, however, did (at least IMO). I'm not a huge phone camera guy, (If I really need good pictures, I tend to grab my SLR.) but having a good camera that doesn't require a lot of thought, but still takes great pictures and videos is no brainer. OIS+EIS on the P2XL is a huge plus in my book.

But really, the things that sold me are the IP67 rating, the squeezable frame (I use Google Assistant constantly -- and a quicker/easier way to activate it has me all giddy), the always-on display, and fast-charging (even faster than the 6P). In fact, if it had been rumored to have wireless charging, I'd have been mashing the F5 button on the website, so that I could get the pre-order in sooner. As for the headphone jack... Well, to be honest, my 6P's headphone jack has never been used. Not even once. Good riddance, I say... especially if it helps with the IP rating. Having said that, I look forward to BT5.0, and hope that, in the future, it will lead to better-sounding audio. I know that there are no (or at least, practically no) BT5.0 headphones out there, but they'll surely come. I also know that initially, BT5.0 doesn't really do anything to improve audio, but again, I'm sure that will come.

Lastly, the bezels. Am I the only one that already has accidental side-activation issues on my 6P? Moving the touch-sensitive portion of the screen closer to the edges actually sounds like a bad idea to me. Edge to edge sure looks nice, but I've always thought it comes with its share of hassles, which I simply don't need. I rather think the bezels on the P2XL are perfect. The P2, on the other hand... **shudder**.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] jtwlbz:
One thing i wished was wirelss charging
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bfederspill:
Same here with the wireless charging. That needs to be a mandatory feature on all phones these days.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] dramake:
I'm also so tempted to get this phone, coming from the 6P. But the price... expensive. I still have to make the decision.

But it really seems a nice phone specs, great software... plus after the 6P I couldn't go back to single speakers. Hard decision.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] blazinazn:
Google's trade in program is what did it for me. They are offering $400 back for a 32GB 1st Gen Pixel XL. I was on the fence but when I found out how much they are willing to give for the old phones, I decided get the newer version. My battery life is still great but it's definitely starting to decline. I also have a few nicks on the phone but the screen is still in tact and not shattered.

I've never used the 3.5mm jack so personally, I'm glad it's gone. I use Bluetooth headphones all the time and I'm even considering getting the new Google buds but I'm waiting to see more reviews about them.

I'm also getting more space on my phone which is a plus. I never had an issue because of High Res backups for all your photos but it's always nice to have some extra space.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Prey521:
They could have kept the headphone jacks and still got the IP67 or higher certification. Aside from the lame idea to not include that, the P2 checked off every gripe I had about the original Pixel, which is why I held onto my 6p for this long.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rootdisk:
I'm also replacing my Nexus 6P with the Pixel 2 XL. I am not happy about them removing the headphone jack. Otherwise this is my ideal phone. I also ordered the pixel buds, but they're on backorder and will be a few weeks before they show up.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] angus242:
Had a 6P with no interest in Pixel XL. Unfortunately, had a warranty issue and ended up with an XL as a replacement. It's only a few weeks but I don't really like it. The massive white forehead and chin bezels totally take away from the display. I don't like the smaller 5.5 display coming from the 5.7. And the speakers are very weak.

It seems like the 2 XL has resolved the issues I have with the XL. I would never buy a phone with white bezels either. I am very happy with the performance of the XL and especially its camera so the 2 XL should be even better.

The fact that I received the XL as a warranty replacement and the buy-back program, I'm definitely looking forward to the 2 XL. I hope (though not holding my breath) that it will be a bit easier to custom ROM than the original Pixel.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] krolla03:
I am coming from a Nexus 6P.

Camera: The camera on the 6p was pretty good. (except for slomo.) Looks like this one is even better. Plus OIS this time around.

Headphone Jack: I 100% dont care about this. I cant even remember the last time i used the headphone jack. I mostly only use my car (bluetooth) or my Bose Speaker (bluetooth)

Bluetooth 5.0: Since ill have this phone for 2+ years glad it has this incase something cool comes along.

Screen: My 6p has a lot of burn in. Esp the nav buttons and status bar. Its starting to drive me crazy. I hope a POLED holds up better then the AMOLED

4G of RAM: I was always coming close to using all my RAM on the N6P
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Az Biker:
Coming from a 6P as many here are.

I was gonna ride the 6P running Pure Nexus for another year (got mine in Dec 15), but ended up with the beginning symptoms of the BLOD, so I called Google (I purchased the 6P through them) and even though it was 8 months out of warranty, they did me a solid and sent me a refurbished one.

I started reading posts about others who received a refurb'd 6P from Google having BLOD issues on the refurbs.

So I started thinking about other devices.

Then Nate (Beanstown106) dev for PN on my 6P posts that he ordered the Pixel 2 XL, and that did it for me.

Ordered my unlocked, all black 64 gb 2 XL last week. I'm on Verizon, but I prefer unlocked, and Google got my $ since they took care of me on a way out of warranty device.

Looking forward to whatever Nate cooks up for he 2 XL!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Born<ICs:
Hoping 2 XL screen and cellular connectivity are without issue.

I just received XL to replace 6P and thought I'd keep it but screen has a dead zone across top row apps. 2 XL release is good timing so I'll take advantage of the $410 trade in deal.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] scandalousk:
Why are dual speakers a must for you guys?

I'm also replacing my 6P with a Pixel 2 XL. I do wonder though, why do so many people care about dual speakers. What do you guys actually do with them that makes them such a must?

I'm not trying to insult anyone, just genuinely curious.

I mean, phone speakers sound terrible in general right... So, I sometimes use them to watch a quick YouTube video, or a quick audio file where audio quality doesn't really matter too much. A single speaker would have sufficed as long as you can hear it.

But if you listen to music, wouldn't you use a quality Bluetooth speaker or quality headphones? Same with movies right? I mean I just assume these are scenarios where quality of the audio matters.

Any insight on this?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Born<ICs:
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Not about music but think for many front speakers beat down fire speakers because there is no muting when holding phone. Me, holding XL phone one handed my pinky covers at least one speaker.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] dvdklnr:
My story - have been on 6p for 2 years (almost exactly to the date). The past few months the phone started developing battery, uhm, issues like death at 20%, random crashes etc. Ordered 2xl the day of the announcement. Dual speakers NBD, the camera is (generally happy with 6p's but the better the better.) When listening to music I use the sony pha-1a with good headphones, via usb-c to usb adapter. Looking forward to the 2XL, hope google doesn't do the same thing they did 2 years ago when people ordering two weeks later getting their phones while we suckers wait and wait. And wait. Then drop the order, reorder and get the new phone in 2 days..
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] 83097markcynt:
As long as you can hear it is key for me. Many times I'll want to hear a song or video but can't due to background noise. This is not a problem for my 6P but was for every other phone
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bkrickles:
November will be 2 years with my 6P and I can honestly say it's been my favorite phone to date.

I've enjoyed the dual front facing speakers when I watch youtube stuff, the camera is well above average and I've enjoyed the various custom roms that some very talented developers have put together. The whole experience has been good but it's now time to get something new, especially with the battery starting to do the whole shutdown thing at 30% or so.

The Pixel 2 XL has pretty much everything I like in a phone and while I don't love the cost, I'm doing it anyway.

I don't care about the headphone jack, as I never use it, but I do understand why a lot of people are upset. Sound is definitely better through a wired headset.

I chose the 64 gb version, as it's enough for my uses, but I would have really preferred that the phone had expandable memory. I'll deal with it as I have with my 6P. Going to the 128gb would have brought the cost to over $1000 with tax and that was my breaking point. Lmao!!

I'm pretty excited and wish I hadn't waited until the 5th to order mine as it probably cost me a couple of days. I'm still looking at delivery by 10/26 or 27 so it's all happening.

There isn't a perfect phone as everyone has different desires, but I've gotta say that Google really comes close and I'm happy with my choice.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] AndrasLOHF:
After having stereo sound for years using a stereo mod on a Nexus 5 and having stereo speakers on the 6P, I cannot stand watching videos or playing games in landscape with a single bottom firing speaker. It's literally my only gripe about the Pixel XL I'm trading in for the 2 XL.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rajendra82:
Getting a Pixel 2 XL and moving on from the Nexus 6P. The 2 year old phone looks good, but has had some issues. Most notable of this was a battery shutdown at 20%, which only went away after I replaced the old battery. The new one goes down to zero, and could have lasted me another year, but there are also some other annoyances, like a random reboot once in a while, overheating Snapdragon 810, some call quality issues, etc., that I was tired if having to deal with. What sold me was the return of the front firing stereo speakers, IP67 rating, and OIS. Price is such worthy, but having financing over 24 months lessens the blow. Compared to the OG Pixel XL, this is a nearly no compromise required upgrade over the 6P.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] galaxys:
Also, front stereo speakers a must have along with all the other goodies! Can't wait for this badboy!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bradputt:
I just hope the could sell it in my country..... I'm so jelly now
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] SmartBrother90:
Finally officially moving on from the 6P. I passed on the first pixels (not worth upgrading to), tried the 8+ and Note 8 both great phones but (both great phones but my love for the speed of stock android is greater). The OP 5's been holding me down so far. Great little phone minus the camera. 2 XL is basically the 6P + waterproof and im here for it.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] mrsean:
I too received a brand new 128GB PXL as replacement for the 6P. I had been waiting all year long for the P2XL previously but now I'm having a hard time justifying spending $605 ($949.00-$410 + tax) for a slightly faster phone with a nicer screen. The improved camera and returning back to stereo speakers is nice but I don't care about the waterproofing. Plus PXL already has BT 5.0 . I think I'm waiting until P3XL next year unless somebody can get me a compelling reason to jump now. Yeah, I'll be paying more next year, but the difference difference between the PXL and the P3XL will feel like going from 6P to P2XL.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Neverendingxsin:
I'm moving on from my 6P for the same reasons, plus the first Pixel wasn't a worthy enough successor for me to upgrade.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] TheGeekyNimrod:
I have been on the 6P for a while now. Pretty much since it was out. Solid phone. Absolutely love it. As with any phone, I've started to see battery life suffer here recently. Something that seems to be progressively worse. Being a power user like I am, I figured it was time to look into upgrading. The Pixel 2 XL, to me, seems almost like a mirror of the 6P but with upgraded specs and hardware. Seeing as how my Nexus 6 and Nexus 6P have done me so well, the Pixel 2 XL seemed like the next logical choice. Got approved for Google financing so the idea of making 0APR payments on it for a little while was enticing too.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] JeffBea:
I've had the Nexus 6p about 1 year and 9 months. Just change out the dieing battery. The 6p is running like a top now. My son is still using my old HTC one max. He is ready for a new phone. I asked him if he wanted my 6p and he yes. So I'm basically killing 2 birds with one stone. I get the Pixel 2 XL and he get my mint condition 6p.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] steviemch:
On the day the XL 2 was announced I received a text from my carrier to say I was due my upgrade from my two year old 6p. It was a no brainer for me, I pre-ordered straight away. I'm a Nexus guy, I've had all the Nexus phones and while it wasn't feasible to upgrade to the original XL, it's time for my upgrade. It probably would have been a different story if there was no dual front facing speakers because I love that on my 6p, but this seems as if it's going to be a worthy upgrade.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Toothdock:
I loved my 6P and was planning on keeping it until it died. And it did. My phone caught the shutdown problems and now has gotten so bad it will cut off at 60% battery. It's sad that it was the first phone I didn't want to get rid of. Wasn't able to get the replacement because all of the greedy people with 'problematic' nexus 6p's that were fine.

I was debating moving away from Google after this but I still like their brand even though I've been burned and I figure I'll just double down instead. Just ordered a Pixel 2 XL 128GB -- with insurance to not have to worry about the phone being a dud like the 6P.

Also I'm on project Fi which I love so it was either leave that or get the moto which looks horrid.

Let's hope it works out.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rojiblanko14:
Nexus 6P owner here (and planning on keeping it). I did order my Google Pixel 2 XL in black.... here's a picture of my 6P and the 2 XL side by side in case if someone is wondering how it looks like next to the 6P...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Superdad_98:
I must be one of the very few who bought 6P at release and had no issues whatsoever. Accubattery still show 91% health. But with all the new features on the 2 XL, and the 0% financing through ProjrctFI and since this month is my last 6P payment I couldn't resist ordering the phone which should ship tomorrow. (Hopping the 2 XL will be as good as my 6P)
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Poloasis:
Got my 6P replaced with the Pixel XL, 2 weeks a go and I'm trading it with with the 2 XL 128G black. The XL is a phenomenal device but I want to get on board with smaller bezel and larger screen, then stock Android and faster updates, unlock bootloader for customization, aptX-HD with viper4android off course to drive my ATH-DSR9BT. Faster CPU, larger batt, oh boy, I can go on. But you get the idea!.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] galaxys:
And don't forget those most important front firing Speakers ? ?!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Poloasis:
You know it lol
[Honor 5C Questions & Answers] alireza_wa:
i relock bootloader and this problem was found

i tried other roms but still the problem persists

i stuck in set up phone

when i do all the steps again everything starts from the beginning

huawei gt3 nmo-l31

android 7.0

see this video https://streamable.com/bb611
[Honor 5C Questions & Answers] shashank1320:
Unlock it again and it will boot to recovery, just reboot from there
[Honor 5C Questions & Answers] alireza_wa:
i can not enable usb debugging and unlock bootloader

i took the phone to the warranty. i hope to be repaired
[Honor 5C Questions & Answers] thelous:
usb debugging is AKWAYS on when youre in fastboot or other mode that would require debugging
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] nondoB:
We know there is 256-QAM and 3x3 CA but what about T-Mobile's Enhanced Voice Services? The S8 and V30 is supposed to support these features but anyone know about the Pixel XL?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] smallsmx301:
My guess is yes. It runs the same SoC do in theory it should work. The original pixel was capable but it wasn't activated until 8.0
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Questions & Answers] android_smater:
Hello i installed yesterday offical Xposed fir Android n

It give error xposed installed but not active

I tried this method to but not working

root/data/data/de.robv.android.xposed.installer/conf

Because no conf folder is there

But xposed working on Nos but Nos give lag when opening app
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Questions & Answers] zeon321:
Are you using the official Xposed Installer app v3.1.2 ?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Questions & Answers] android_smater:
Yes...
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Questions & Answers] Colossus96:
It seems this is a problem on rr darkness. Try the official RR. I heard it works on the official one.
[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III Windows Mobile ROM De] jack_b_uta:
Allright I just got a Tilt that's locked to ATT and I am loving it. The amount of info on XDA is mind boggling on the updating subject, and I have been reading for the past 4 days. Please dont flame/hate me, I am just trying to avoid bricking my lovely gadget.

My biggest problem with the Tilt right now is, the proxy settings dont seem to stick. I am hoping that a ROM upgrade might fix that. Other then that I find the eye candy, useful applications (as opposed to junk from ATT) offered by these ROMs combined with their frugal use of memory quite appealing. Someone mentioned they speed up the device considerably.

Question is, how do I choose. I am assuming that you look for a ROM that works with your radio, and work backwards. But is a latter version of a Radio ROM always better? Would a radio ROM for a TyTn II work on the Tilt.

I have not found any info where it says what will and WILL NOT work for a specific instrument, in my case a Tilt.

Hope some Tilt user might be able to clarify.

JKO
[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III Windows Mobile ROM De] futbolkeeper:
More reading for you! Keep researching it gets easier to understand.Tilt Specific Wiki
[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III Windows Mobile ROM De] jarek91:
I'd follow the above suggestion to hit the Tilt wiki...and just as a freebie, I'll take these two questions.

The newer the radio idea doesn't work here. You should really try every radio version that works with the ROM you are using. Why? They all have different absorbtion rates and this affects signal quality/strength and battery drain. What works for you might not work as well for me. And since flashing the radio doesn't wipe all of your programs...it doesn't hurt to swap it every couple of days while you experiment.

As for TyTN II radios on the Tilt....(taken straight from the wiki)

HTC Kaiser is also known as HTC P4550. Official names are:

HTC TyTN II

Qtek & HTC TyTN II / P4550

Orange & HTC TyTN II

T-Mobile MDA Vario III Deutsch

AT&T Tilt (8900, 8915, 8925), FAQ - Tilt nuances, TiltSpecificWikiPage

Vodafone Personal Assistant Compact V

Vodafone v1615 Netherlands

SFR v1615

Swisscom Mobile Assistant XPA v1615

O2 Xda Stellar

These are all the same device with a different name stamped on it.
[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III Windows Mobile ROM De] elrooster:
You could choose any ROM there's some wonderful chefs out there (Dutty, Schaps, Alex, Sleuth, etc,etc....). I have had flashed my Tilt God knows how many times with different ROMs. It's about taste on each ROM, read the specifications on each thread about the ROM and flash it. If it wasn't what you were looking for, choose another ROM. And look here about the Radio version that will work on the Tilt http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=349375

I'm in Los Angeles using radio 1.27.12.17 and I've very good reception all the time on my tilt.

Happy flashing :)
[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III Windows Mobile ROM De] jack_b_uta:
This is awesome

I have honestly not see a forum with such a speedy response. I am already deep into the Wiki :). Thanks for all the help and a kudos to all the great Chefs.

JKO
[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III Windows Mobile ROM De] Creepyone:
making forum

how do you make a forum ??? plz help
[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III Windows Mobile ROM De] californiarailroader:
A rose by any other name is still a rose ;)
[T-Mobile LG G3] Braaainz:
I'm moving onto an LG V20 soon and reading up on acquiring root and other assorted things.

I stumbled across this interesting thread. It looks like LG has a root check on the V20 (first noticed on the T-Mobile version) that was slowing down performance and sucking battery for rooted users.

It made me wonder if the G3 has something similar.

Unfortunately, i lack a computer to actually check.

Can anyone read thru the initial post in my link and check their rooted G3 for similar?

https://xdaforums.com/v20/how-to/t-mobile-rooted-lgv20-rctd-root-t3661490
[T-Mobile LG G3] billard412:
yes the g3 had this. Content of the rctd file is identical. Didn't cause any performance issues that I'm aware of though
[T-Mobile LG G3] Braaainz:
Any kernels where it was ripped out?
[T-Mobile LG G3] billard412:
None that I'm aware of. Aside from aosp roms
[T-Mobile LG G3] Braaainz:
Yeah, that's what i thought. When I've tried AOSP ROMs, I lost HDMI out thru the slimport and lost full functioning of Bluetooth mouse; features that are must have for me.

I'm hoping some Dev might strip it out of a stock kernel (i don't have a computer).
[T-Mobile LG G3] billard412:
Out of curiosity, I may look into that. I believe breaking it down and removing stuff is easier than building from scratch. Also, what was the last aosp ROM you tried. I have no way of testing those features but im on the latest linage and its pretty stable. They may have fixed it if you haven't tried in awhile. Also, why do you want it removed? I didn't think it really did anything and that's why devs haven't bothered to remove it.

EDIT: Broke down the 30g kernel and removed the line in init.lge.rc that started the rctd (root checker) service. Works as intended