yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ronamadeo:
If you're having problems, try the new Platform Tools. https://developer.android.com/studio/releases/platform-tools.html

In the past 2 hours or so, Google released a new version of Platform Tools, Version 26.0.2. The release notes say it "Adds support for Pixel 2 devices." The 8.1 image bricked my Pixel 2, but by updating to the new platform tools and running the "flash all" script for Android 8.0, it came back to life.

You can run "fastboot --version" to get a version string. The latest is "4022467."
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bryantjopplin:
Thanks I will update my tool with the newest even tho I have it working on an older version.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] NeutronBomb:
Yup I'm having the same issue. Try to unlock using fingerprint and nothing happens... sometimes if I hit the power button a few seconds later it will come on, sometimes not.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] imaverik:
No issues with it's for 2xl... No issues thus far. Manual image flash doesn't work unless you take the it's first.

Unlock bootloader before it's.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] sharkie405:
The ability to make a YouTube video fullscreen to get rid of the black bars on the left and right side doesn't seem to be working after the 8.1 update. I've tried it with four or five videos at this point and none of them work anymore. Anyone else getting this?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bryantjopplin:
Download the no dpi version from apk mirror. I believe I used 41.55. Works great
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] biggiestuff:
Does Android pay work in this version?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] sharkie405:
That one works!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bryantjopplin:
Seems to at least open for me. Bootloader unlocked causes it to close of course.

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Just an FYI Netflix doesn't show up on the play store. No big deal but just letting you know.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bkrickles:
just enrolled in the beta program.

any downside to updating to 8.1?

Just got my xl yesterday and want to keep all functionality although I don't see that as a problem with the developer version.

Just checking
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] NeutronBomb:
Apparently you can pinch to zoom. It works for me but I don't know if this is a new feature or something that's been around and I never knew about.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bryantjopplin:
It was updated for the 18:9 aspect ratio phones
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] sharkie405:
Pinch to zoom where? In what app?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bryantjopplin:
I assumed YouTube
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ilatimer1:
Noticed that a new version of the Platform tool has been released. 26.0.2 now supports Pixel 2 devices. I wonder if this version solves the factory image fashing problem some o us experienced on the Pixel 2 XL
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bryantjopplin:
Yes it does.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] northmendo:
[MENTION=2955144]bryantjopplin[/MENTION] Really nice work on the menu based installer. I was hoping someone with more time would make it a bit easier for those that don't have the knowledge to change the scripts for themselves. Keep up the good work. I'd he happy to help if you have any questions. Although it seem like you kinda know what you're doing. ;)
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bryantjopplin:
I have a basic one that is used for everything I create. Just pick and choose what goes in it and add stuff if needed. I will most likely add options for adb reboot and reboot bootloader as well a flashing lock and lock critical. So probably about 4 more options. Was thinking about adding the new kernel that shown up as an add-on as well.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] :
Can anybody post how the overall performance is in the preview versus 8.0? Are there any glaring issues?

Also, can someone on the 8.1 preview try recording video in the Google Camera app? If you guys haven't heard about it, the current audio quality on Pixel 2/2XL video recordings is watery TRASH. I'm curious if Google has attempted to fix this in the developer preview.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bryantjopplin:
I haven't heard any issues with audio. There is a lot nose cancelling from it but sounds pretty good to me. Anyways here you go.

https://youtu.be/yE6YjsJVsD8

BTW this was shot at 4k on the pixel 2 XL
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] :
It happens at lower volumes mostly, do a Google search for Pixel 2 audio issues
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] slimc84:
Anyone having issues with the other person saying that you're breaking up and they're having difficulty hearing you when you aren't using a Bluetooth? I didn't hear anyone complain before I installed the beta and just wanted to see if anyone else is experiencing the issue.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] vpkb:
I'm seeing random reboots with 8.1, usually when the phone is inactive, is anyone else experiencing this?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] purian23:
None here since updating as soon as the OTA's hit. Pixel 2 XL on 8.1
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] vpkb:
Have you tried the new platform tool? I had your experience and someone here found a workaround, where you would have to extract the zip file and flash each file manually. There's also a script to tackle this task. Alternately, you can flash 8.0 again, then update via the OTA beta update.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bigv5150:
I'm debating to update how has 8.1 been on the 2 xl any major bugs
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] vpkb:
It fades the nav keys so reduce the chance of a burn in. It has rebooted on me a coupl of times but not a big deal. I haven't noticed any other bugs so far.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] vpkb:
Regarding the random reboots, it seems to only occurs when the P2XL is on the charger, it just did it four times in a row. I took it off the charger and the reboots stopped.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Lawlrus:
Doubt you're going to get support for a 2 in a 2xl forums, unless a person has both.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bryantjopplin:
Is this Google store version or Verizon? Have you enabled USB debugging and oem unlock? Have you fastboot unlock and critical_unlock? Have you verified it's a USB 2.0 and not 3.0? Have you tried different cables? If you have tried and still can't even flash the boot.img as a test please out put the error. What does device manager show when in fastboot? Have you tried using a dpinst for the USB?

Lots of questions that need answering!!!

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When using the 8.1 preview it is required when manually flashing. Would not let me proceed.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] quakeaz:
Your nav bar is actually changing colors in apps? Was there a setting to enable this? I just installed 8.1.0 and I notice the dimming of the nav buttons, but only see the color change to white in settings.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] sharkie405:
I got excited when I saw that post as well. But they are mistaken. The navbar does not change color based on the app that's open. However, if you didn't know, there's an app called Navbar Apps in the Play Store that will do this for you without root.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] sharkie405:
http://www.androidpolice.com/2017/1...-8-1-oreo-dp1-updates-docs-say-itll-come-dp2/
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] vpkb:
Started shooting a video and the camera app crashed a few seconds afterwards. "Camera Error". "Cannot connect to the camera."
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bryantjopplin:
Sounds like kernel issue
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] foosion:
That happened to me. I thought it might be because Greenify Aggressive Doze was on. I turned it off and haven't had a problem since. Might have been a coincidence.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] vpkb:
Going to try that.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] cb474:
Did you ever figure out this issue. I'm had a similar problem flashing the bootloader (everything else worked) with the regular November factory image (not the beta program). Everything else flashes fine, just not the bootloader. Also, sideloading OTA images with adb works fine. But with fastboot flashing the bootloader, I get:

sending 'bootloader_a' (38728 KB)...
OKAY [ 2.095s]
writing 'bootloader_a'...
(bootloader) Updating: partition:0 @00002000 sz=0000B000
FAILED (remote: Command Flash Error)
finished. total time: 2.099s

I see in this thread someone else had the same "Command Flash Error," which seems a little different form what you first posted, "Command Write Error."

Am I correct that you tried "fastboot flashing unlock_critical" but even the "unlock_critical" didn't help? I don't want to wipe my device again if it's going to do no good.

I started a thread on this in the Pixel 2 (Walleye) forums, but haven't gotten any response yet. https://xdaforums.com/pixel-2/help/failed-remote-command-flash-error-t3701929
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] thesebastian:
It is possible to have pure black UI in 8.1 without root? (When using a dark wallpaper)

I mean the same black UI we have in 8.0. after updating to 8.1 DP it became transparent.

Sent from my Pixel 2
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] cpetersen2791:
Can you flash this with a locked bootloader via sideload? Do you have to rename the file 1st to ota.zip?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] TheSt33v:
You should be able to, yes. I don't think you have to change the name, and I don't think it matters what you change it to if you decide to change it.

Make sure you're using the latest version of ADB. The latest update specifically added support for the 2 XL, and a lot of people have had problems using older versions.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] cpetersen2791:
manual OTA shouldn't wipe the data partition either, right?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] TheSt33v:
I think you're right about that, but I can't say for sure. When I took the OTA via OTA, it didn't wipe anything. I'd test it for you, but FedEx decided to deliver my replacement phone to the wrong house, so I have to wait until they recover it and get it to me. Uhhhgggg.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bigv5150:
No I just updated my pixel 2 xl and my wife's pixel XL and kept data. It's just like doing a regular Ota without the pretty update screen.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] cpetersen2791:
that sucks! :crying:

Download was corrupted via your link. trying to get another copy
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] uicnren:
just download it directly from google...

https://developers.google.com/android/ota

And for others in this thread that don't know:

Full OTA Images for Nexus and Pixel Devices

This page contains OTA binary image files that allow you to manually update your Nexus or Pixel device. This has the same effect of flashing the corresponding factory images, but without the need of wiping the device.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] cpetersen2791:
But DP 8.1 are not available there. Only public release.

I joined beta 2 days ago, but haven't gotten the OTA notification.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] uicnren:
Sorry, I posted the wrong link, system images are here... https://developer.android.com/preview/download.html

No OTA there, but you can flash the system images and not wipe user data by omitting the -w flag in the update line, DO NOT use flashall, UNLESS you manually edit the line first.

Keep in mind, if you go to the dev preview, and wish to go back to 8.0 for any reason, you will have to wipe your phone, if you've updated manually.

If wiping user data is the issue, you will just have to wait to get the OTA preview version. Keep in mind, if you un-enroll it will also wipe your phone.

Bottom line is, there is a good chance you will end up wiping your device for one reason or another, that being the case, its probably easiest just to flash the system images if you dont want to wait for OTA.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] cpetersen2791:
Won't install with a locked bootloader. If you unlock the bootloader, that wipes the device. Wasn't really interested in setting up Android Pay and Samsung Pay again!

Oh well, thx for the help
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bryantjopplin:
You need the OTA sideload zip????
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] cpetersen2791:
I did, but I went ahead and wiped. Thanks tho.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bryantjopplin:
I mean did you need the full OTA zip to download? Also did you try flash fire?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] TheSt33v:
I finally got my replacement phone. I just tried to install that OTA, but it failed due to a signature verification error. I think this is because I took the November update, and OTAs are often designed to only work on a certain build version. When I got that OTA and captured that link, I was on out of the box stock firmware, so I'd be interested to see if anyone not on the November update tried my link and got it to work.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] dmb219:
When I enrolled for the beta on the Sept. update it started to download right away. I went to 8.0 Nov. and the beta won't install anymore. I don't think you'll get the 1st preview if you are on the Nov. update. The 2nd preview will be soon though, I'm thinking this coming week :).
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] cpetersen2791:
that's the problem i ran into. I ended up having to download the factory image of DP1, and wiping the device (as my bootloader is locked). I am not a patient person to wait for DP2
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Deuces:
Edit: my flashing tool has been moved to it's own post:

[TOOL] Deuces Bootloop-Recovery & Flashing Script
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ShaunWinSC:
Has anyone heard a time frame for DP2 release?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] uicnren:
https://developer.android.com/preview/overview.html
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bajasur:
I saw someone post that DP2 is out... I haven't seen it?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] foosion:
It's not on https://developer.android.com/preview/download.html as of yet, and I get "up to date" when I check on my P2.

Where did you see this post?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Kusanagi Fire:
Considering DP2 still isn't available, I'm guessing 8.1 won't be ready for the December patch rollout. Likely a mid December update or it'll slip into January patch update?

Edit: Fixed mobile keyboard auto correction error.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] antiochasylum:
It's November 18th. The last DP didn't drop till almost the end of the month. They still have ample time to drop DP2.

It will be released in December as they say it will be.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] jamiejames:
Can 8.1 be backwards flashed to Nov 8.0? I read somewhere that it can't. I'm just not believing that.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bryantjopplin:
You should be able too. I did
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] jamiejames:
Man you're all over the placing helping me out lol. I really do appreciate that. Not even sure where I read that. Going off of 8.1 for custom kernels and to see if that message we discussed yesterday goes away. You rock TY.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bryantjopplin:
Yeah no problem, helping folks and remodeling at the same time lol
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] jamiejames:
You have some mad skills my friend. XDA in one hand, a hammer in the other. Ahhh life is good lol.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bryantjopplin:
Poor and i like keeping my money. Also have OCD and a certain way of doing things lol
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bigv5150:
Beta 2 just dropped
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Taebom:
Thanks for the heads up, here is the link for others for factory image https://developer.android.com/preview/download.html
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] GridironTrenches:
so to update to 8.1 beta v2 and keep magisk +twrp you flash beta 2 in fastboot, then flash twrp and magisk in recovery or is there another sequence? also the process won't wipe data?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] holla420:
Pretty much what I did but it did wipe my data
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] an21281:
Did you remove the -w from the flashall script?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] holla420:
Naw I always do a clean wipe.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] crossen0:
I cannot for the life of me get beta to to flash correctly over the November build. I'm completely stock, unrooted. It boots to the screen telling me my OS is corrupt. I have the correct bootloader and radio installed. I've tried with and and without -w in front of fastbbot flash update ... And have swapped partitions to no avail. Any insight is greatly appreciated.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] jamiejames:
Are you using the latest version of platform tool's? 26.0.2
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] sak3r:
I haven't used the restore feature for a while now ( since lollipop) does it keep stuff like wifi passwords, gmail accounts settings in installed apps game progress or the login of TeamViewer for example? I always setup as new device but since I just did I'm trying to avoid it and still get the good stuff
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] slothdabski:
yes, but as far as app data it depends if the dev has implemented backup properly. from my experience, most apps dont
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] holla420:
Have u tried redownloading the zip? I had this with OG Pixel. The 2nd zip work fine for me.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] sak3r:
Thanks for the reply, that's what I feared..
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] crossen0:
That was it... I was under the impression I was up to date. Appreciate it!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] jamiejames:
No problem. Anytime. [emoji41]
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] steviemch:
Audio when recording video seems to be fixed with the latest DP ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] themikeyan:
Photo post processing is so much faster now
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Bruce666:
Hi guys

Got a strange problem with my Galaxy S4 (i9506).

The problem is when I try to boot this phone, after Samsung logo there's only blue screen and phone becomes hot.

I think it's mainboard problem but not sure, because charging works, Download/Recovery modes work, I can flash ROM via Odin or Kies without any problems...

I tried to replace mainboard by i9505 mainboard and.. when the frame is not installed, screen works correctly, but when I mount a frame, screen immediately turns off. When I try to boot phone with frame, there's a green strap (?) for a moment and it turns off. Sound works, charging works too, download mode works.

Do you guys have any ideas what's going on?
[One (M9) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Akantinuris:
Hi,

I have an One M9 which needs a new battery. Does anyone have a suggestion what to get? All I could find (here in Germany) was a battery from PolarCell, which did not get good customer reviews, or doubtful "original" batteries.

Any brand would do it. I'll have to check if they are available here anyways.

Thx
[One (M9) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Zed6666:
I just opted to buy from one from the ebay sellers that sell used ones....probably from service centres getting rid of them in bulk. The first one I got was not great, only holding around 2200mah according to accubattery. I complained and had another one sent which was much better, accubattery reading a stored charge of around 2700mah. So yeah, in the end I got a decent battery for around £4.50. (+ a spare 2200mah battery).
[One (M9) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] maksimreder:
Got a link to the one you got? mine is on the verge of dropping out.
[One (M9) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Zed6666:
I just filtered by cheapest first and then chose one of the sellers that had sold loads of them....It was probably the cheapest there though. It's a lottery with buying the used ones.
[One (M9) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ducos44:
Is teracell battery good enough ?
[One (M9) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Bitcrusher369:
Polarcell batterys have always been my favourite battery of choice to go for!

German made (Those bastards make good products) and slightly larger capacity!

I am a new user here so i am unable to provide a link to you guys! Though a quick ebay search will provide you with what you need
[G 2014 Themes and Apps] TECHNO_THUNDER:
PIXEL 2 BOOT ANIMATION​

[IMG="black"]https://dl.xda-developers.com/4/3/1/5/2/5/5/pixelblack.gif?key=SAO4FmKZTUEHaHbaxPYXdQ&ts=1509092683[/IMG][IMG="logo"]https://dl.xda-developers.com/4/3/1/3/7/9/5/Pixel-Boot.gif?key=yVK7CkTPbL_9ExSAT61Ddw&ts=1508952194[/IMG]

Previews Are Just For Showcasing,They May Not Be Identically Same As Downloads​

Introduction :​

NO Need To Explain At All.......It's Pixel 2 Bootanimation For Our Device.Resized To Look Like (720X1280),Ported In Black Type And White Type. :highfive:​

Download And Flashing Guide :​

Just Download The Zip From Attachment And Flash Via TWRP Recovery. :fingers-crossed:​

Boot Logos :​

For Amazing Boot Logos Visit Here : LoGo BoX An Aroma Based Visually Flashable Boot Logo Installer For Moto G 2014 :fingers-crossed:​

Do For Me :​

​

Just Press The Thanks Button If You Like It.And Give Reviews. :fingers-crossed: :angel:
[G 2014 Themes and Apps] Hrithik bachchas:
Please change the google logo size to a Smaller size it looks like a 1080p animation in 720p display I'm on land
[G 2014 Themes and Apps] TECHNO_THUNDER:
Thanks For Review

You said to resize the "G-Logo" size.But is Not it Perfect?Do you want more smaller?Because I think it's size already adjusted to our screen size.And not distorting in my screen.

But If you want a smaller one after that then I'll try to do asap.
[G 2014 Themes and Apps] Hrithik bachchas:
Yes, please make it smaller in size. I was using the previous version of the pixel boot animation it was perfect, the image is attached you can see the size for reference
[G 2014 Themes and Apps] TECHNO_THUNDER:
Issue Found..

Actually I Have Not Used The Original Trim Files Positions, That's The Issue For Those Animating Distortions.It Would Take Bit Longer Time To Fix Them.After Finishing My Another Project I Will Look Into It..

?

EDIT : Thread Updated Now.Download And Flash To See Now. :)
[G 2014 Themes and Apps] Hrithik bachchas:
Hello, the animation lags maybe because of low fps. Also when i extracted the desc.txt file was showing 1080x2180 pixels it should be 720 i guess? Can you make a perfect one with 60fps?
[G 2014 Themes and Apps] TECHNO_THUNDER:
I Know It's Image Layout Size Is Big...But It Works Perfectly In My G 2014.

Due to Index Layered Frames,It's Very Hard To Setup Positions And Alignment Of The Frames Accurately.

I'm Working On It...

And Will Update Soon. :angel:
[G 2014 Themes and Apps] Hrithik bachchas:
Okay, I'll wait for it then, thanks again
[P3600 General] actarus999:
Hi guys, I have a question about Windows Live Messenger Mobile Version.

If I choose a internet connection with the SIM, it works, but if I choose to connect with my wireless router (Wi-fi), it doesn't work.

Instead Skype works with both.

Any solution ?
[P3600 General] mdelleman:
Anyone know if you can use this program with WIFI?
[P3600 General] tnyynt:
I'm using it through wifi with NO problems!