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[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] sn0warmy:
If it helps with your decision to go with the black 2 XL, the panda version was in stock when I was ordering but I decided against it because, in my experience with white phones, the white stains easily from cases and can tend to get "shiney" in spots where the white on the back of the phone comes in contact with the oils from your skin, if you don't use a case. So it's usually a lose lose situation with white.

Hopefully that won't be the case with this phone but I purposefully went with black because I think it will hold up better, long term. If there was a plain silver/aluminum version I would have gone that way for durabilities sake.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Gilley:
I started with it on it but the delivery was November 8th cancelled it then got black one cause October 22nd lol I'm very impatient thats how I ended up with the v30 is I wanted to see the screen in person and the verizon stores didnt have any on the floor so I just bought the one they had in the back. And yeah prob good call on the white stuff.... I havent had a white phone since the S3 and now that you say that its totally true. I do manual labor and am always dirty so probably for the better I dont have white coming lol
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] arparaspolo:
I believe the Pixel 2 & 2xl are made by LG
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] galaxys:
No, Just the XL 2 is LG. The 2 is HTC...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] rcyh:
I am on the fence between these 2 devices also...

My considerations and info so far:

For P2XL:

Pros:-

- Better camera in low light (yet to be confirmed), and with a Pixel Visual Core chip to be unlocked in the near future, the camera might get even better?

- Fast s/w update

- Pure google android experience

- front dual stereo speakers

- squeezable activation of Google Assistance (a gimmick? i doubt I will get used to it)

Cons:

- single sim

- no sd card slot

- no headphone jack

V30

Pros:

- wide angle lens camera both front and rear

- dual sim or single sim with sd card slot

- headphone jack

- wireless charging

Cons:

- risk of mb die like v10 and v20?

To me the most important decision factor is camera...need to choose between low light performance vs wide angle capability. Next one is the dual sim capability. With more and more biz trip coming up for me, inserting an additional sim in the foreign country is handy.

Already pre-ordered P2XL, but V30 is tempting too. What should I do? 1st world problem I guess.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] AndreaCristiano:
I’m all in on the Pixel
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Gilley:
Yeah I've think Ive made up my mind with the Pixel XL 2 just cause I want buttery smooth and updates. I dont care about the headphone jack as I already have BT headphones. Wireless charging is nice but I have only ever had a phone that does it for past 2 months so not a lot bought into it yet. The camera on my V30 was meh at best but we will see on the replacement one thats coming today.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] AndreaCristiano:
I’m the end the pixel is the best of Google and android. Reviews are saying it both pro and real. Camera is the best and speakers are great. Screen is awesome and free google mini icing on cake
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] :
I think LGV30 is better as it s complete package of hardware and software

from headphone jack with high quality sound to camera

If LG support LGV30 for 3 years of OS update... I think It can attract lots of people from Pixel
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] AndreaCristiano:
I really don’t think the headphone jack is as big a deal as some of you are making it. Look how many millions of iPhone 7 7+ sold and now 8,8+.

Also from all the reviews both pro and real the V30 camera isn’t better than the pixel
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] sethukrishnan:
Well Pixel 2 XL is going to improve in the camera segment after they enable the custom SoC for camera in that device.

LG v30 soon is hideous but this is XDA and a custom ROM is the way to go...quad dac audio is also prompting.

Lgv30 for better screen ...and headphone jack!!

Pixel for the camera and AI first because Google has a custom SoC inside that device
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] :
iPhone is not standard of smartphones!

iPhone fans are ... :eek:

- LG and Sony have headphone jack and improved it for better sound quality which is not possible via bluetooth

- Sony still use shutter button for camera and improved it for quick launch of camera

- all android phones has fingerprint scanner with extra features like recognizing gestures so they improved it instead of killing it

>> iPhone removed headphone jack - never had shutter button - and removed fingerprint scanner and increased its price to $1300. iphone fans always will buy iPhone cause they don't have any options in their mind <<

(about what I said >> I meant was LGV30 has total package of hardware but not sure about its software.

it doesn't mean Pixel hardware is worse!)
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] AndreaCristiano:
Bro your iPhone ramble makes no sense nor has. No bearing on the discussion. Take your fanboyism and go somewhere
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] :
Hahaha! Where!?

I am fan of Android and I am in the right place.

Besides I didn't say anything about my opinion I wrote some of the facts about how Android OEM improved some features.

:good:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] AndreaCristiano:
You’re iPhone rant has nothing to with those feature ma and why they’re gone etc. The headphone jack is goin away because of the direction of phone design. If anything you should thank apple because they’re adoption of Qi will make it more readily available
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] :
Steve Jobs on Why Apple Removed the Headphone Jack | Steve Job was Great Businessman

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The TRUTH behind the iPhone 7 Headphone Jack Removal!

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[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] AndreaCristiano:
So google did it why because Apple did it ? Ps whose the clown in video two ? Why do we care what his opinion is
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] :
What!!!

You can agree with your idea I can agree with my idea or others

If I hate Apple (I don't) It is my opinion no need to discuss and I wrote my opinion about LGV30 and Pixel2 ... so Good Luck

:good:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] AndreaCristiano:
I’m just asking you who the guy is in the second video and why we should care what he says what are you talking about ? I don’t hate either and think both bring quality to smartphones and make them go further and better
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Guyinlaca:
Pros of the Pixel 2 XL:

-Faster software in general, no lag or hiccups

-Latest updates without delays

-Stereo speakers noticeably better

-Larger battery

-Camera seems more stabilized

-Faster boot time

-Notification light

-Likely more development, chances at root and mods

Pros of the V30:

-Smaller, more attractive design

-Headphone jack

-Quad DAC

-Wide angle camera

-Theme options out of the box

-More screen color saturation options

-2 year warranty

Both phones are outstanding but you have to decide which is most important. For what it's worth, you could download/sideload all the Google core apps such as Dialer, Contacts, Messages, etc and make the V30 feel much like a Pixel. Having 2 of each app type isn't ideal but for the basics, it doesn't seem to have any negative impact.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] AndreaCristiano:
Yet you still don’t know if you will receive peanut butter on the V30 most likely not
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] jj3699:
Or you could download the Pixel launcher and get rid of LG's skin all together.

This video made me see that is a real option and looks super good!

https://youtu.be/cDC2amW1vlU
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] jj3699:
keithleger, on Monday definitely let us know what you decide to do!

I am huge software fan, which is making me lean towards the 2 XL, but hardware and aesthetics are very important to me as well which is causing me to doubt the Pixel 2 XL and look else where.

From what I have heard a V30 rocking the Pixel launcher might satisfy both of the things I am looking for!

So I am obviously in a similar boat and I keep trying to talk myself into Pixel 2 XL. Right now there have been many futile attempts, so I am curious to hear what your final decision is and what official conclusions led you there!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] keithleger:
Here is an album of photos .. will be adding some more over the weekend. Trying to compare the 2 cameras on full auto. So far they are both great. Each wins in some but not by much.

https://photos.app.goo.gl/97YNmcEneRFOy1DW2
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] keithleger:
Not a concern...I won't have this phone next year. LOL I probably get 4 phones a year, depending on what is out and which I like better. No way I could keep any phone 2 years.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] jj3699:
Thanks for posting this!

But with the multiples of the same picture which is the Pixel 2 XL and which is the V30?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] rustyjay:
After owning the v20 for a business phone and a Pixel XL for personal, I will say the pixel held up better. That lag on the v20 never went away, security updates lag and just not a sturdy phone. I work construction so I'm a little rough.

I will not get the v30 this year just must og XL to my business phone and use the XL 2 for personal.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] jvongsana:
How was your experience with the v30 with snapchat? I've been hearing a lot of things about how blurry and how much noise is produced because of the way snapchat is optimized for androids. I know snapchat isnt the best on androids to begin with but my nexus 6p still does well. I saw some pictures with the v30s camera on snapchat and the pictures came out horrendously. It was very grainy and with a slight blur. I would say a LG G3 or Samsung S4 would have taken better snapchat pictures than the v30. Any comment on it? If possible could you take a picture with snapchat and upload comparing to another phones snapchat?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] msburr87:
If you look in the info for each picture it tells what kind of camera the shot was taken with and all associated info.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] jj3699:
Thank you!

I did a blind test where I picked the picture I liked more then looked at which camera took the picture and to my surprise 8 out of 10 times it was the Pixel 2 XL!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Gilley:
I got pixel 2 xl on Wednesday and immediately fell in love with it. Only downside to it compared to the V30 (for me) is the way it feels in my hand. Its not nearly as comfortable to hold. Screen IMO is better on v30 but after 2 hours of not having the v30 next to it, you forget about it. This thing is so smooth compared to the v30 and I thought that was very good because I came from an s8. To me, I need a camera that I can just point and click with the best possible photos for when I'm with my kids. Speakers on this thing remind me of when I had my 6P and not a worry of covering them up or if I give my phone to my daughter to watch a show/movie she's not covering the speaker up and getting mad she cant hear it. I get people want the best "looking" phone sometimes and its not like last years pixel was attractive to the ones that were out either so people should know what they are getting themselves into when they purchase a pixel. Getting the best all around phone that does everything consistently good. Might not be the best display but it'll make up for it somewhere else that the other ones slack at.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Gilley:
I didnt use it a lot but when I did you are correct, it looked like I was taking a picture with a phone from 2008. Almost as if the lens was covered in petroleum jelly and I was trying to take it. It wouldnt not make me buy the phone because of one app but looked the same in FB messenger (if you take them in there quick) as well. Outside of apps the camera was decent just not as good as the Pixel 2 XL that I got. Only thing i will really "miss" is the way the v30 felt in the hands compared to the pixel. To me just felt more premium with the glass back. *might be better if I took case off of my pixel 2 also but this one is getting returned back to verizon when my google one shows up*
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] keithleger:
if you use google photos (which is where they are stored) just click on the "info" icon at the top and it shows the info for the pictures to the right. Will show what device took the photo and the settings it used (see how each interpreted the setting)
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] sn0warmy:
My Pixel 2 XL is scheduled to arrive Monday or Tuesday. Over the past week or so I've seen all of the screen burn-in craziness with the 2 XL, which has made me a bit worried. However, I decided to run the screen burn-in test on my V30, just to see if this phone has it. Sure enough, after about 2 weeks of use, I'm seeing the outline of the nav bar and nav buttons on a grey background with the V30 as well. It's very faint but it appears that the V30 screen seems to be just as susceptible to this issue.

The major plus side is that I've now seen it on my V30 and realized how truly difficult it is to notice it. It's so faint that you have to look extremely close and hard to see it, just like the videos showing it on the 2 XL. It made me realize just how much of a nit-picking non-issue this really is as I personally would never notice this in every day use.

I will miss wireless charging and the amazing wide angle camera lens. It really came in handy while I was in Boston this weekend, allowing me to capture the full scale of a couple scenic moments that the regular lens simple couldn't capture all of (2 examples below).

But I'm now really looking forward to getting back to stock Android as the V30 shows too many signs of lag/stuttering in normal usage. I even tried going through the process of disabling the obnoxious amount of LG/carrier apps from THIS THREAD. But the phone still stutters nearly as much. I'm really thinking this LG version of Android is simply poorly optimized and will require quite a bit of updating to get near the smoothness of stock Android.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] whyme45125:
Grab one of these cases and lens then take even better wide angle shots than that LG V30:victory:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] sn0warmy:
Very cool but super impractical when you just want to carry your phone like normal and snap a quick pic in the moment. No way I'm carrying a second camera lens around. :laugh:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] rcyh:
Can some of you with both phones do a comparison on the front selfie camera and see how they perform under low light situation? I see most of the comparison on the main/back camera, but not the front one. Thanks a lot!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] idkwhothatis123:
I was on the V30 train for the longest, and was completely sold on that being my next device. Two things switched me, sooner availability of an unlocked device (LG is looking at December) and the front camera. That's it. I could care less about wireless charging and the headphone jack isn't a deal breaker to me (not a huge audiophile). I have a V20 now and the quad DAC doesn't do much for me. Dev support is everything to me and to have a device that will never see root is a waste of $800.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Lyvyoo:
Hey guys, I saw a miracle :) If it's real, this will be the dealbraker for many people, regarding the V30.

So, let's discover this versus - https://forums.androidcentral.com/showthread.php?t=843521&p=6043665&viewfull=1#post6043665

1. LG V30 original camera app vs Pixel 2 (as expected, Pixel 2 win) - https://forums.androidcentral.com/g...hots-show-us-your-pictures-8.html#post6042587

2. Lg V30 with Google Camera from XDA (vers. 4.4.012) - if you can indentify the V30 photo, I give you 10 x V30 phones as reward :) - https://forums.androidcentral.com/g...hots-show-us-your-pictures-8.html#post6042955

Can be a fake, or V30 has a perfect camera hardware, that work exactly like Pixel 2 if you install the right camera software (without root) ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Gilley:
People were porting in the Pixel camera with the HDR+ on s8 etc as well before the v30's came out. So its entirely possible. I still like my updates on time and not 8 months old
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Doug8796:
What updates? The video camera still Has a mic reminiscent of 2004 that is yet to be patched
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] lyall29:
I think I'm liking my V30 better than the Pixel 2 XL. The design of the Pixel doesn't look near as good to me as the V30, and the vibration motor is way better on the V30. The only reason I'm considering the Pixel at this time is the updates from Google. The headphone jack and expandable storage on the V30 are nice also. It's a hard decision, but I'll probably end up picking the V30.

Edit...I'm going to give each phone at least a week before I decide. This Pixel is one fast phone. That is a big selling point for me. Maybe I can get used to the vibration motor.

Edit...I ended up returning the V30.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] umx:
I feel getting a Unlocked v30 with a custom rom on it will make it shine way more then the stock rom on it.. which should get rid of the lag people mention.
[Android Head-Units] Skoulsen:
Hello.

Iwe just go my first ever android unit - Always used iphones - So this is a new world to me, and i have a problem.

I am very happy with my new headunit, but the sound quality is a bit poor.

So read about Viper4android, and sounds like its the thing to install - But my unit is not rooted - And all the guides make no sense to me - And there is many different.

So anyone with android know how, that can tell witch guide i have to use, and is it possible without a PC?

And do i lose all my apps etc when rooting?

I cant post a link to the unit i have - Because i am a new member.

But here are the main specs:

OS: Android 6.0.1

*CPU: Octa-Core 64 Bit PX5 Cortex-A53, 8x1.5GHZ

*RAM: DDR3*2GB

*Flash: 32GB

Thanks.
[Android Head-Units] chris4507:
Simplest way in my opinion is not to root just flash maleskys rom for px5 he has is already with viper4android root and xpose all you do is download his rom for px5 take out the update.img from zip place on the root of sdcard then go into settings click update and let it flash dont bother updating mcu if all is fine with your unit until either you comfortable or in need of it as that is the part that is more risk of bricking this is just my opion it is up to you i take no responsibility reed his thread but i do recommend
[Android Head-Units] Skoulsen:
Is it that easy? :)

Just download that file - Place it on an SD Card - In the unit - and click update in settings?

Then i have working Viper4android?

Do i still have the same languages settings ? (danish)
[Android Head-Units] chris4507:
Yep that easy and yes working viper just read his first post and follow his instructions but pritty much just that what i said just make sure u flash the correct one if you have px5 then flash his px5 if u have px3 then flash that he make roms for px5 px3 and rk3188 his roms are brill i also have a kiipro tv box with one of his roms on he really does iron out any issues with stock roms

---------- Post added at 11:11 PM ---------- Previous post was at 11:09 PM ----------

https://xdaforums.com/android-auto/...lopment/rom-malaysk-roms-mtcd-device-t3598908

---------- Post added at 11:11 PM ---------- Previous post was at 11:11 PM ----------

Link to px5 thread
[Android Head-Units] Skoulsen:
After having a look in that tread - I think im keeping my unit standart - everyone is having troubles.

And i just want it to work and dont mess around with settings all the time :)
[Galaxy Tab S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] amaurylopes:
I have Samsung Tab S T800 running on Android 6.0.1 ZTO. I can't turn on WiFi and Bluetooth. MAC address and Bluetooth address also don't show up on settings. When I press the WiFi button (on the quick settings), it turns green for 3-6 seconds, then it turns back to white again (same as Bluetooth button).

Could someone point me what's the cause and how to fix it? I need the 'modem.bin' file to flash it via odin, but i can not find it. Please, i need your help!
[Galaxy Tab S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ashyx:
Just download and flash with odin the latest firmware for your device, that should fix any issues with corrupted/mismatched drivers.
[Galaxy Tab S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] amaurylopes:
I made it. I've tried several roms: 4.4.2, 5.0, 6.0.1. No results. There is no modem.bin file. If you have TWRP installed, please backup the modem and share it with me. Thanks.
[Galaxy Tab S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ashyx:
Pretty much every Samsung firmware I've downloaded contains the modem image(and I've downloaded a lot).

Which firmware in particular have you downloaded which doesn't have the modem firmware?
[Galaxy Tab S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ellis4567:
I have the same problem, I think harware failure(wifi/bluetooth module).
[Galaxy Tab S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] amaurylopes:
the battery drains even when the phone is turned off.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] furiardy:
Any one ? help...
[MTCB Android Head Units Q&A] Atlanntas:
I've joined the Android HU community earlier this year when I bought a 1GB MTCD rk3188 (Eonon) device. Needles to say, even with microG and reflashing everything, I am experiencing buyer's remorse. I even found myself going back to RNS510 every other week.

With the first purchase going awry, I am now turning to the MTCB part of this community to hopefully find a more flushed out product. Preferably something that runs KitKat and has 2GB ram for the future. The ability to playback h.265/h.264 would be great as well. My current VW OEM unit's design is this: . At the risk of sounding obvious, it matches the VW design well so I'm trying to pick my second Android HU to kind of have the same aesthetic.

Do you have any recommendations? What's the best MTCB device out there now generally speaking?

Thanks.
[MTCB Android Head Units Q&A] a71977:
I will say this: SKANDINAV CAR ANDROID CARPLAY OS LTE GPS NAVI RADIO DAB + For VW vehicles

https://www.real.de/product/320864294/
[MTCB Android Head Units Q&A] Kurt Lund:
What was the problem with the first Android HU you bought? The make of an Android HU is not so important as long as you buy a model for which you can install an alternative firmware . I have this one in my Skoda car (same as Volkswagen): http://xtrons.com/pb86unvp-8-hd-dig...yer-custom-fit-for-volkswagen-seat-skoda.html and I am satisfied because I am using the MTCD Firmware from Malaysk which you can find here in the forum.

Regards

Kurt Lund
[General Questions and Answers] daanm:
Hello. I have an Evolio M5, Model number: M4MAGIC, Android version: 5.0. I have tried to root it using:

adb devices
adb reboot-bootloader
fastboot devices
fastboot flashing unlock

I received this error: FAILED (remote: unknown command)

The "OEM Unlocking" option does not appear in Developer Options on my phone.

If you guys know what I did wrong or how root this model please let me know.