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[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] jtl6060:
It has to be a Google issue wether it's certifications or license issue. Someone much more in touch with how it all works would probably have a better answer. Purchased my wife's iPhone 8 unlocked (not carrier specific) from Apple directly not through AT&T. Her WiFi calling works. I'm also on the 6P and upgrading to Pixel 2XL even if it doesn't work? I guess I could try to put her sim into my phone when I get it.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] bsg411:
Trust me...I have researched this extensively. I forgot to mention and serveral several rep confined this..... the only non att branded device they allow to use thier enhanced services is the iPhone bought straight from apple....no Android phones.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Poli169:
Yeah pixel 2 xl not working with enhanced voice. From what I heard the only reason it works with the iPhone is because Apple sets their own rules not the carriers. I think it's crap what they do. Verizon services usually work fine and tmobile works great too but coverage is spotty. I switched from T-Mobile to AT&T and love the coverage just miss being able to buy unlocked phones that will work with volte mainly don't really care for Wi-Fi calling.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] vpkb:
My Pixel 2 XL on Oreo 8.1 seems to already have VoLTE enabled.

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[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] psg190:
On which network?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] vpkb:
AT&T
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] psg190:
Nice. Still no WiFi calling though, correct?

I'm a hack. Now see the grayed out button in your image.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] THEGAMEPLAY94:
When you place a call does it still drop to HSPA though?

Would you be willing to place a call and provide a screenshot? I'm really hoping att enabled this.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] uicnren:
If you call AT&T and get them to provision your IMEI for HD calling, it does indeed work.

EDIT: I should also add, your SIM card serial number last two digits (digits 9 and 10) MUST be greater than 27.

If they are not, you will need to get a new SIM card from AT&T.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Tehpdub:
Mine stays on LTE ! :D
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Larzzzz82:
Go into the 4636 menu and see if it's provisioned. It was for me on vz. If it is, go into contacts and press on the 3 dots in the upper right corner. In the settings tab, there is a toggle for wifi calling.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] vpkb:
I can confirm that VoLTE works. I contacted AT&T Tech Support this morning and specifically requested for them to update the IMEI # and provision VoLTE (HD Calling). I placed a test call and it sounded great, and stayed on LTE.

Additionally, I requested they Provisioned Wi-Fi calling. The Tech advised the Pixel 2 XL is not compatible but said he provisioned it on the line anyway. I don't think it's working though since it doesn't show that it's provisioned on the device information.

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[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] vpkb:
Here you go, see the HD in the screenshot, and yes, Wi-Calling still DOES NOT work. The AT&T Tech was kind to provision it anyway, maybe Google needs to turn it on as well.

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[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] sabbotage:
That would be the middle digits then right? My SIM card is 20 digits, but digits 9 and 10 are 27.

You have to be on 8.1 for VoLTE to work anyway right?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] uicnren:
if you physically look at the SIM, there is 2 rows of 10 digits, the top row, last 2 digits.

Yours should be fine,

I didnt check on 8.0, but I also didnt see the volte setting in advanced, so Im guessing it is only 8.1 right now.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] sabbotage:
Ahhh ok. Yeah my top row on my SIM card ends with 27. I already had AT&T swap my IMEI on the SIM card since I moved it to my P2 XL from my old Pixel XL. I guess I'll have to ask them to provision VoLTE on my account now too.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Jammin72:
I'm giving this a shot too considering they're advertising the welcoming of the Pixel 2 lineup. It's simply all about whitelisting so they should make this happen!

https://www.att.com/plans/google-pixel.html

The hardware obviously allows it. It's just a matter of AT&T adding the IMEI to their advanced calling lists.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] THEGAMEPLAY94:
Got them to add this to my account and I'm good to go. I wonder if we'll ever get WiFi calling
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] omgabunny:
I'm talking to my 3rd rep right now trying to get them to add my IMEI and hd voice on my account. 4636 menu shows it's provisioned but everytime I make a call it drops to HSPDA.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] MrMeeseeks:
Have your rebooted your phone since they provisioned it?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] omgabunny:
Yeah, I've done a reboot every time. No luck.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] dratsablive:
I was just at an AT&T store and talked with a rep asking for VOLTE. Apparently the system didn't have the accurate information for my phone/IMEI. Dude gave me a new sim card, update the information. I called my voicemail and noticed that the signal didn't drop from LTE to H. I said to dude "Thanks that fixed it!" In and out under 20 minutes :P
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] uicnren:
are you using the 8.1 beta?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] omgabunny:
Yeah, I called after I had installed 8.1 on my pixel 2.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] uicnren:
did you check to make sure it is enabled in settings?

settings > network & internet > mobile network > advanced > enhanced 4g lte mode = on
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] omgabunny:
Yes, it's switched to On.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] uicnren:
and last but not least, do you have a compatible SIM card?

see my post earlier in the thread...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] fosser2:
Do you have 8.1 or 8.0 loaded when you checked these settings?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] vpkb:
8.1
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] digitalundertaker:
I'm having the same problem you do. Were you able to fix anything?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] omgabunny:
No, I haven't tried contacting att since. Don't have the energy. Do you have a fully unlocked one or a Verizon one?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] digitalundertaker:
Unlocked.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] PianoJazz:
I went to the AT&T store to get a new SIM. I noticed (_after_ I left the store, of course!) that the 9th and 10th digits are 27, the same as my old SIM. I called their technical support, who confirmed my number already is provisioned for VoLTE, but my data still goes from LTE to HSPA when I'm on a call.

So, two questions, please:

1. Is the new SIM card with 27 in the 9th and 10th digits all right? Or does the number need to be higher? (From this thread I've gathered that 27 is the cutoff, but I don't know which side 27 itself falls on: works with VoLTE or does not.)

2. Assuming I do have a VoLTE-capable SIM card, do I _also_ have to wait for Android 8.1? (I currently have 8.0.)

Thanks.

Randal
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] uicnren:
your SIM card will work fine, 27 or higher.

you MUST be on 8.1 in order to enable Enhanced 4G LTE Mode
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] PianoJazz:
Thank you. That's what I suspected the answers would be, but I'm glad to have them confirmed.

Randal
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] digitalundertaker:
Today I was getting a sim card error when trying to set up call forwarding, chat with a technician, fix the error and now Volte is working too.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] kjliew:
I am getting the same sim card error to set up call forwarding. Can you share the fix? Did you chat with AT&T or Google technician?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] digitalundertaker:
Chatted with AT&T. They gave me the BS that the problem was the phone, but told them that it was happening also in my old AT&T branded S6 Edge+ and the customer service sent me to the technical department and fixed the problem in less than a minute. Try do everything possible to get them to send you to the technical department.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] travman084:
I received the 8.1 update today. I checked the advanced settings and have "enhanced 4g LTE" turned on. In addition, I checked the 4636 menu and have VoLTE provisioned. I have a sim card that has a 27. When I call my VM it drops to "H" and doesn't stay on LTE. I have rebooted a few times and toggled the settings and still nothing. Any ideas?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] uicnren:
call AT&T and have them provision your account for VoLTE.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] justin0000brown:
AT&T Agent

How did you convenience the AT&T agent to provision your account? Mine refused and said my Pixel 2 was incompatible.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] uicnren:
call again and tell them you need your account/IMEI provisioned, keep calling til they do it.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] jimmiekain:
Seems to me like you've covered all of your bases. Lets do some troubleshooting.

Are you sure you're in an area that has HD Voice / VoLTE support?

Your msg says you called your VM... Have you tried calling someone you know who has it working? For example someone w/ an att branded galaxy, LG or iphone?

This thread is super relevant to my interests as I recently ordered a P2XL and it will be here Monday. One of the first things I'm gonna do is call att and get hdvoice working. My current phone is a Nexus 6p and I never had HD voice before so I cant wait.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] dratsablive:
I had the same exact issue, I visited an AT&T store and the person who helped me had no issue with my phone being a Pixel 2 XL. He just put the correct IMEI number into the system, and gave me a new sim card. Issue solved.

If you have a AT&T Store near you try that.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] travman084:
My IMS was not registered so I chatted with ATT tech support and told them I was receiving an error message stating "IMS not registered". They asked for my IMEI and added it to the account. Once they did that, I restarted my phone and got the HD to work. It's a noticeable difference for sure
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] SirM2X:
I just updated my Pixel 2 XL to 8.1 via OTA. In 4636 menu I see that HD calling is provisioned. My data connection stays on LTE when I make a phone call. VoLTE is also enabled in the phone options.

But for the life of me, I can't figure out why I can't make HD voice calls! Tried both voicemail and another person that I'm sure has HD calling. Still the call's quality is crap. I'm pretty sure my area has HD calling coverage.

Any ideas?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] THEGAMEPLAY94:
You're not using a Google voice number for calls are you?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] SirM2X:
That's a great question: no. I used to have it setup to handle international calls, but I've disabled that option long ago. I just double checked to be sure.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] uicnren:
Call AT&T and make sure your account is provisioned.

If it is have them re-provision it, then reboot your phone.

If you meet all the criteria, it will work.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] SirM2X:
So here's what I did. I called AT&T and the rep confirmed that I have VoLTE provisioned. I also asked him to provision Wifi calling, but after a short hold was told that Pixel 2 XL does not currently support Wifi calling. He told me that it's provisioned.

I hung up and checked 4636 menu. VoLTE is enabled but Wifi calling still isn't. I called my voicemail, no HD symbol. I called a T-Mobile line that has HD calling, still no HD symbol. Somebody else, with an AT&T line called me and surprisingly, I have the HD symbol show up for that call. Now I'm wondering: if this is only meant to work with AT&T lines, then why the heck isn't my voicemail HD-enabled??
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] uicnren:
Simply, voicemail isnt another smartphone.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] tonyy168:
Thank you, but, did you actual test/tried to make sure it actually works for HD calling and WIFI calling using AT&T??
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] uicnren:
It will work for HD calling, if the requirements are met. There is no WiFi calling yet.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] thacounty:
Correct. I've tested and it works for hd calling over lte. Now to get WiFi calling and rcs messaging...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] dratsablive:
That's how I was able to check my LTE Voice Calling. It usually dropped to H, but after AT&T provisioned my phone properly it stayed at LTE.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] natewin:
This solved my phone dropping to H+ when on a phone call. Got a new sim today to replace my 25 sim (had it since my iPhone 6+). 1st call I made with the 27 sim stayed on LTE. The helpful AT&T technical support rep also said that WiFi calling is provisioned. Apparently we need to wait for support for WiFi calling whether it is provisioned or not. 4636 says WiFi calling unchecked still.

Edit: Went to store for sim. Confirmed that it ended in 27 on top line. Tech support rep on phone later for provisioning actually brought up that I would need a 27 or greater. She seemed to know her stuff.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] edboy21:
Does anyone know what Sim card to get for tmobile? I'm having this issue as well the data dropping to H+ on a call.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Schwacker:
I found this thread for I, too, have a Pixel 2XL with the new 8.1 software. After an hour with ATT, they said my phone is provisioned for HD calling and like others - I did the 4636 menu and it does show it being available and provisioned.

However, when I call someone, I do NOT get the HD lettering int he dialer. So do I have HD calling?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] A.VOID:
Mine is working correctly after the 8.1 update. You will always have LTE calling in an LTE serviced area. HD calling is enabled when both parties have VoLTE/ HD calling. You will see a small HD on the caller screen when it is enabled.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Schwacker:
Mystery solved. I called a MOBILE line of a friend who has HD and sure enough...I have HD in my dialer. Why they told me to call a land line is idiotic.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Poli169:
So is volte finally working on att I got rid of my pixel 2 xl because it didn't work on launch. I have been using a Essential and volte has worked from the get go.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] uicnren:
It's been working for months.
[General Questions and Answers] burrett:
Ok so I have a question regarding the use of mobile data & WiFi, for years I have used a Samsung & if I remember correctly I could set my device to use both mobile data & WiFi while downloading a big file, last week I lost my galaxy s7 plus so I picked up a cheap oukitel k6000 pro from Amazon & I have found it download speed to be very slow even though on paper oukitel look to be a powerful device,

So I've been downloading alot of movies while I have been working away & they taking ages to download Vs the time it took when I did the same thing on my Samsung, I've been looking through the setting to see if I could do what Samsung could with data & WiFi at the same time but I can't find it in setting so I was wondering is there another way to do this on the oukitel with an app maybe or an xposed module as I could download a 1gb file in like 5 minutes on the Samsung but with the oukitel it taking 30-40 mins on WiFi & an 1 hour+ on mobile data but it can be faster it just depends where I am. I'm currently using android 7.0 on oukitel with stock firmware, now I expect it probably due to cheap modem in the phone & that why it slow but the device on paper is pretty powerful but benchmark test are rating it really low, I don't have cash to buy a better phone but I was thinking of returning this & picking up a cheap s6 but I have read other people review on the device & they report no problem so I don't know if I just have a faultly one.

Any advice would be great thanks

Tony
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] thacounty:
I wanted to see when people are getting their Pixel 2 XL's compared to the expected date.

When did you order?

What did you order?

What is your original expected ship date?

When did it ship?

For me:

10/4, 10/6

Pixel 2 XL Panda 64GB, Pixel 2 XL Black 64GB

11/20, 10/24

Neither have shipped yet
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Born<ICs:
.

Fedex drivers called a strike last night, so expect delays. ?
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] JimSmith94:
Look in the Pixel 2 XL forum. There is already at least one thread for this.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] galaxys:
We already have a large active Shipping thread in the Pixel XL 2 forum section!
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] thacounty:
I've looked every day and can't find the Pixel 2 XL forum. Guess it's just not coming up in the search.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] mongonexus:
https://xdaforums.com/pixel-2-xl
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] thacounty:
Thank you. I kept typing it in the search and wondered why it didn't exist yet. I feel like an idiot.
[Google Pixel XL Guides, News, & Discussion] galaxys:
It's all good...the forum 'search' suxs!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Cowbell_Guy:
Issue just me... Or is the Verizon messaging app actually really good? Better than Textra dare I say?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] chazall1:
YAATA is what I use. Best and I have been using sense alpha stage a few years ago. You can customize anything. Give it a try.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] LaNsLyDe:
pulse
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] whyme45125:
I've been using chomp sms for 5 years? here's a great review: Chomp SMS is a relic in the world of Android. It’s been around since the days of Eclair and FroYo and it was known as one of the two best SMS replacement apps. It’s still wildly popular today and for good reason. There is theme support that lets you make your text messages look how you want it to look. Included also is over 800 emoticons, widgets, quick reply pop ups, and even SMS blocking if you’re tired of getting texts from a number. If you need something with a lot of theming options, this is among the best options out there for you. Beware, though, it is a little bit bloated.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] kinfam:
I really like Signal, really solid.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] ScottIsMyName:
No way in hell I would actually use the Verizon app, if for no other reason that Verizon is shady as hell when it comes to data/spying on customers.

I've been using Textra for years and it has always been rock solid for me.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] bkrickles:
I've tried so many, yaata, chomp, pulse (today), etc., and I always come back to Textra.

It's the fastest, has great features and always works.

Yaata is choppy and I keep trying to like it.

I just tried Pulse today and it's smooth but the settings panels get weird colors and it force closed every time I tried to schedule a text.

Textra is always the winner, but I keep trying
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Goronok:
If you're a Verizon customer, you realize they already have all of this data, right? ... :)
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] thebigears:
I second this. Signal's been great for me on my 6P, and I plan on continuing to use it when my 2XL arrives in about a week. :)
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] dinkoh:
Textra is the best.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Salval:
I've used Textra for quite a while and it has never let me down.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Cowbell_Guy:
For those using Textra (on Verizon) , do you use legacy or system setting for MMS?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] WhiteReign:
My question is can any one recommend an SMS app that will let me add another number so that I can get text messages from two phones?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] bash_array:
Evolve sms is really good
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] JeepFreak:
x3 Signal! Cuz... **** the NSA!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] s--c:
Pulse. Used to be qksms but not been updated for a while now.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Peylix:
Textra
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] bkrickles:
System. Just checked.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Badger50:
System on mine.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] CyberpodS2:
Another vote here for Signal.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] spinkick:
Pulse, you can SMS from your pc
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] kickenwing13:
Allo is sweet. We just need to make it the default app so at least Android ppl use it
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] rsbenedict:
Agreed and allow it to do sms and mms. It should be the fault Android version of iMessage. They need to stick to something. Going from Google Talk to Hangouts, to Messenger, to Allo and Duo demonstrates they don't have a clear vision.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] twiz0r:
Textra life...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] 2x4:
The stock Android messages app by Google is simple, regularly updated, and works well.

A good alternative is signal which adds security with other signal users.

Wouldn't use any others.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] biggiestuff:
I use pulse because it can sync to my watch without my phone having to be nearby.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] GoodRevrnd:
Signal
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Gilley:
whats the benefit of changing the texting app? I've always just used what came on the phone for most part besides like way back in the day when Chomp was first out. Now I seem to always just get googles Message app. Never really tried anything else since
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] imex99:
Anyone get RCS messaging to work with the Pixel 2 XL?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] dberthia:
Thanks for the Pulse suggestion. Love being able to use a Chrome extension to text from my desktop.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] biggiestuff:
Android messages is simple and works consistently. My issues with it, is that the compression on multimedia files is really bad especially on my pixel.

I used Textra but had issues with sending and receiving and messages every once in awhile but the customization and theming is nice.

Now I use pulse to be able to message from other devices BUT sometimes it gets hung up on you watch and I have to provision it all over again which is annoying.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] chazall1:
I use YAATA and Join. With Join app and chrome extension you have

the ability to send and receive text, files, web pages to mulitiple devices.

You can use any SMS app for this as well.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Gravediggaz:
Textra, way better than stock messager
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Badger50:
Textra for me. Although, for whatever reason, iphones don't always like receiving pictures when I send them. Yet, the stock messaging app does. must be a ithing! ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] pbman1953:
You may already know but may not also, that the Verizon message plus work through WiFi, like Whats app.

Do these other ones too?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] CZ Eddie:
I use AOSP so it themes along with everything else when I change themes.

Haven't had a single issue with it.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Badger50:
I agree. If only you could make the font size larger within the app without increasing the system font. Then it'd be perfect ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] jimv1983:
I use the stock Android Messages app. It works well and is simple. The only other one I've used is Textra which was good too but didn't seem to me to have a huge advantage so when I switched from my Nexus 5X to my Pixel 2 XL I didn't see a need to reinstall Textra.