yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bwillet:
Nah, I could afford to just buy it outright and I wouldn't even notice it financially, but I try to be somewhat smart with my money so I can continue to afford things. There's a big difference between buying EVERYTHING you want and just buying what you REALLY want....Not saying I've never made stupid financial mistakes (usually cars), but I just need to justify my purchases. Sometimes that justification can be more emotional than logical, but I still need to think about it and make sure I'm making a smart decision for myself...

Yep, I'm the guy who uses spreadsheets to make decisions about many, many things.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bwillet:
I think the super-vivid display of the S8+ would be better for an "enhanced experience"..... woohoo!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] travblue:
Okay noted ;)
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Snow02:
Pros and cons reads like a list of reasons to buy the 2XL. Haha. Cons - issues are overblown, but the phone is a little pricey. Pros - phone is actually amazing.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] sefrcoko:
Incorrect. The OP's observations are both reasonable and presented in a fair way. These comments may not sway some users, but it might sway others who are still on the fence and care about apecific features/functionality mentioned by OP. No device is perfect of course, including the Pixels. We learn more from a single critical review than from hundreds of 'I love it' posts. You may not care about OP's experience (and that's fine!), but it certainly isn't a unanimous opinion.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] eep2378:
Interesting impressions on the fingerprint reader. The fingerprint reader on the Nexus 6p and OG Pixel were possibly the fastest and most accurate around. Many reviews I've seen mentioned it's actually gotten better/faster than OG pixel. Maybe fastest in any phone. Possibly, your device had a faulty fingerprint reader?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Snow02:
It is. The fingerprint reader works perfectly. This is an obvious troll post to sway sentiment away from the 2XL. So transparent it's ridiculous.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bwillet:
Okay.....

Certainly possible the fingerprint reader on mine is less than ideal. I have nothing to lose or gain by posting my opinions. I couldn't care less if you buy a pixel or don't. For me it wasn't the right phone, but it may be for the rest of you. And nowhere did I say it was a horrible, terrible, no good phone. Don't understand why a select few of you get so butthurt over dissenting opinions. Most here, even if they disagree, have been interested in discussing. That is what most adults do. <snarky comment about reading comprehension redacted>. Hell, I would certainly hope someone who is keeping an expensive phone loves it! For ME, the love wasn't there, so I didn't keep it. Pretty simple concept for most.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bwillet:
I had heard the same thing, and that's one thing that swayed me toward getting it. Wonder if mine just had a dud sensor....
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] evocalante:
Delete
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bwillet:
Just so I'm clear, you're posting an unsolicited opinion criticizing me for daring to post an unsolicited opinion? It's all good man, hope you don't lose any sleep over my opinion! Have a great night.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Pappy35:
Great response! Just what I was thinking. 8-)
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] evocalante:
I actually didn't but there's many people who are starting new threads of their opinion why there returning their phone. I suggest making one thread where all you can vent. I rather not see 50 threads of the same matter. Enjoy what ever new phone you get. This phone will still be around for a bit and you'll always not be satisfied with whatever phone you buy. Dueces ✌️
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Pappy35:
I agree. It get tiresome to read new threads about the same issue all the time. They should be merged but that's a moderators decision to make.

You could, you know, not read the new screen threads. That's a much better option than posting rude remarks. Forum like this are supposed to spur conversation. If you don't what someone is talking about then all you have to do is not read it. Your responses, "who cares about your opinion?' and "bye, nobody cares why you're returning it." are pretty rude. Tell us, is this how you respond to people in social situations? I'm guessing not. The same rules should apply here.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] browniegirl:
Reading OP's lies in the am was funny, anywho. For how much complaining people do I hope they complain to Google
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] sefrcoko:
And I hope people one day stop being surprised that other people might have different opinions on what are essentially very complex devices. Personal observations that don't jive with yours do not equal 'lies' lol.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bwillet:
Very curious as to what my lies were! And the motivation for said lies....
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] sefrcoko:
Clearly an intricate Apple/Samsung conspiracy ;)
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Pappy35:
A.K.A. "The Deep Fruit" :p
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] michaelbsheldon:
Oh, yes... lies and fake news all over xda
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] osetivo:
O_O good grief!

Fanboy here, ordered in 1st shipments of N6, N6P, PXL, P2XL, and shockingly enough I'm publicly considering returning it. OMG!!!!

My experience has been pretty meh on the GPS, Radio, Fingerprint and touchscreen responsiveness. (I lowered my expectations about the screen quality when it was announced LG was manufacturer. Regardless, the screen is OK YMMV. I may keep it simply because I don't feel like waiting out another year with my Pixel XL, with some pretty serious burn-in, plus I really want the waterproof and stereo speaker NOW, even if they are not the best implementations.

HERESY!!!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Migamix:
your own preferences and reason, as someone who owns the device, and happens to like what i have received, you are doing what you feel you should with your dollars. this is a post where for once, i wont be a rude prat. you gave it the chance, and you are not happy. more power to ya, and good luck. this may be the year where phone makes realize we would rather a new laptop for the same price as a "phone", and their profit margin needs to be realistic with how picky people will be with the newer devices. :cool:

and yes, if you read other posts of mine, i am critical of the constant negative stuff about the common on many screens, diagonalBlues. i understand , the lack of wireless charging was upsetting to me, i weighed all the negatives and removed features, and realized, i rarely use wired headphones and otheer stuff like that, and i refuse to have wireless charging running while i sleep (there are some issues with this tech that should warrant monitoring). the screen for me, has zero burn in after heavy use. (i also ordered on announcement night). im wondering if its a batch with bad screens, and screens after the rush are ok. bad luck of the draw for some.

im sure some of the dont let the door hit you on the way out, is most likely from my matching frustrations of everyone so tired of all of the negative nitpicky AR people in the community. let it slide, you gave your reasons.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] browniegirl:
Oh y'all actually thought I was talking about him not liking the phone LOL. I'm talking about how he lied about justifying stuff. But y'all are cute :^)

Him returning a phone bothers me not one bit, he doesn't pay my bills, doesn't make love to me nor give me money nor his last name. I just found the contradictory/lie funny.

./shrug

Inb4 "I don't see what you mean"
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] osetivo:
EDIT: the warranty is now 2 years, and with preferred care, you get 2 free accidental damage claims during those 2 years. not a third year as I originally thought, still pretty good.

Ironically, Google's efforts to keep people buying the Pixel 2s (and not returning them) has pushed me into returning mine.

Google has extended their warranty to 2 years and have just now removed the deductible on the extra year of protection. I'm sending my back, even if I decide to just repurchase later with the extra year of deductible free insurance.

I pass mine down to my kids and 2 years of protection from 2 accidents seems pretty good.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bwillet:
"Hi, my name is browniegirl, though I used to be known as ComicBookGuy. I enjoy trolling random posts, insulting people's integrity, and then not backing it up with any factual information. I also say LOL a lot, even though what I said wasn't really funny."

In all seriousness, as you are obviously misinformed, you can follow the link below to understand the definition of "lie". I think you may have it confused with "stating an opinion" or even "posting random thoughts on a product or products in an effort to spur discussion on said products." As a lie is actually an intentional effort to deceive, and you are unable or unwilling to offer proof of said intentional deception, I hereby label you a troll, and wish you a speedy recovery.

http://www.dictionary.com/browse/lie
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] LordGrahf:
You know, I'm not bothered by any color shifting or dullness, not even with burn in (been running immersive with pie for years), but simply knowing that there are indeed issues that shouldn't exist bothers me greatly.

Even though it doesn't affect me I feel pretty disappointed in Google and their QC. I actually read today that there are some who got the phone without Android installed lol!

I'm glad that there are others like yourself who are returning and RMAing Google into oblivion. The bad press they're getting should help too. They should behave like a premier phone maker if they want to be viewed and treated as one.

Would I personally return my unit though? Nah, I really like this phone :p the message already been sent and received by google, why should I suffer :p
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Jonathan-H:
Have to say for me personally, the S8 and Note 8 red screen tint and awful mono speakers make them no go. I sold my S8+ pretty sharpish and went back to a Pixel 1 which was better than the S8+.

The speakers on the Pixel 2 which I have while waiting on the XL 2 make the S8+ I had sound pathetic.

As for the fingerprint reader, the Pixel 2 fingerprint reader is as fast and accurate as you need, you can't bring chinese knock off Hua-wei phones into this discussion just because they have a fast fingerprint reader!

The Pixel 2 XL screen is great and the one I played with had no blue tint, and the less saturated cooler colours suit me fine.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bwillet:
Luckily my s8+ didn't have any of that uneven red tint, but I know plenty of devices were affected. Definitely would have at least swapped for a new one until I had a good one. And can't disagree about the speaker quality either, S8+ (and the S7 Edge and the Note 5....) Is pretty pathetic. Pixel 2XL sound is definitely better, but maybe I was just soured by the Mate 9, because the Pixel didn't sound good enough TO ME for having stereo speakers. I didn't like the blue shift on the Pixel, but it wasn't a deal breaker. And I actually liked the colors. Realistic-ish is good. Fingerprint sensor wasn't horrible at all, just not as good as the Mate 9. Certainly better than the S8+!

But again, if I was starting from scratch with maybe a Note 5 or something and was choosing a new phone right now, not sure which I would choose. It's close. Hopefully Google gets a few issues worked out and the 2 XL gets even better. That's a great ending for everyone.

Edited due to ton o' typos.
[Mogul, XV6800 ROM Development] shadowreader:
Hi everyone. I recently noticed an issue whereby if I have my wifi turned on, my mogul won't connect to my car's bluetooth. I usually have it off but often when I insert the phone into my seidio car cradle the wifi switch turns on and the bluetooth doesn't connect. As soon as I turn the wifi off the BT connects fine. If I switch wifi back on BT goes off again. Weird. Not sure if this is interference or a software issue. I am on DCD 2.1 rom. Anybody else? Any way to have the Mogul ignore the hardware wifi switch or assign it a different function? Thanks.
[Mogul, XV6800 ROM Development] scott500:
Mogul wifi

I have the same problem wiith the stock 2.17 ROM
[Mogul, XV6800 ROM Development] shadowreader:
A reasonable work around is to go into comm manager and just turn wlan off. Have to do it after each soft reset though. Overrides the hardware switch which is what I need.
[Mogul, XV6800 ROM Development] defaultdotxbe:
ive never had this problem (currently using 2.2.6 but 2.17 was fine too)

i do know the 2 share an antenna though, could be an issue
[Mogul, XV6800 ROM Development] digiblur:
Wifi and bluetooth at the same times works fine even before the leaked ROM stuff.

I use the Slingbox via WiFi and listen via bluetooth all the time.
[Magisk] Delta wolf:
So I wrote a post yesterday (plz delete it) it seems some modules won't mount Magisk img but the ones that do install successful and upon reboot are not under modules category (I'm running a huawei nova plus with xposed) have tried flashing in twrp same thing it installs I reboot and it's not there

Android 7 / emui 5

Huawei nova plus mla l03

Xposed framework with gravity box n module
[Magisk] Didgeridoohan:
Could you provide the recovery log from when you install a module?
[Magisk] Delta wolf:
Here you go

--------- beginning of main

I( 469: 469) Magisk v14.0(1400) daemon started

I( 469: 471) ** post-fs mode running

I( 469: 491) ** post-fs-data mode running

I( 469: 491) * Mounting mirrors

I( 469: 491) mount: /dev/block/bootdevice/by-name/system -> /dev/magisk/mirror/system

I( 469: 491) mount: /dev/block/bootdevice/by-name/vendor -> /dev/magisk/mirror/vendor

I( 469: 491) bind_mount: /dev/magisk/mirror/bin

E( 469: 491) mount /dev/block/loop0->/dev/source failed with 13: Permission denied

I( 469: 748) ** late_start service mode running

I( 469: 748) * Running service.d scripts

I( 469: 748) * Running module service scripts

E( 9313: 9313) mount /dev/block/loop1->/dev/magisk_merge failed with 13: Permission denied
[Magisk] Didgeridoohan:
Well, that's the Magisk log, but no worries... It shows what's going on.

Your device has issues with loop mounts. Something that Magisk relies on to do it's thing.

Do you happen to have your device set up with f2fs?
[Magisk] Delta wolf:
F2fs? I'm not sure what that is sorry I'm used to supersu and basic root it wasn't until recently I got into the big boy toys
[Magisk] Delta wolf:
Oh a flash friendly file system I don't I'm on ext4 should I go ahead and make the switch (I have a full back-up from last night's bricking war so I can just restore if it bricks me again correct?)
[Magisk] Didgeridoohan:
I was just wondering, because there's a few devices with a flawed f2fs implementation that has the issue you experience.

It could also be a kernel thing...
[Magisk] Delta wolf:
So I went ahead and did f2fs my /data is already f2fs but converting system to f2fs and flashing back my system restore causes the system to brick right right after boot had to make system ext4 again
[Magisk] Didgeridoohan:
The data partition is the one that matters, I believe. It is possible that changing the data partition to ext4 might fix your issue.
[Magisk] Delta wolf:
On the huawei nova plus /data is encrypted and you have to decrypt it by formatting it in twrp and then your able to mount/data in twrp(which we need for a lot of things) switching to ext4 completely breaks the data partition until it is back under f2fs
[Magisk] Didgeridoohan:
If

your issue is because of the f2fs partition, that'd mean you're SOL... Unless there's a custom kernel available that has the issue fixed.
[Magisk] Delta wolf:
What about doing something like this
[Magisk] Didgeridoohan:
Then you're just doing regular system modifications and don't need Magisk modules.

Perfectly fine if you don't need to keep your system partition untouched and don't mind re-doing those modifications after a system update.
[Magisk] Delta wolf:
Say I found a kernel but it's for 6.0.1 can I flash that to 7.0.1 or should I just attempt to install the whole rom
[Magisk] Didgeridoohan:
Flashing a kernel that's not intended for the system you have installed is usually just asking for trouble.
[Magisk] Delta wolf:
Kernal aduiter can I use it it to fix this issue if so how
[Magisk] satsmagic:
I am also facing somewhat similar problem. The modules were all working fine earlier. All of a sudden they have disappeared, tried reinstalling them, but they don't appear in the list of modules.

Attached herewith the installation log of one of the modules
[Magisk] Software Guru:
Morning All

Looks like I'm not the only one with a Huawei device having issues ;)

When I download the modules from within Magisk Manager it says Magisk not activated despite Magisk Manager showing that v14.0 is installed

I then install from within TWRP and the installation is fine but upon rebooting no modules are displayed

I only had this issue when I updated to v5.4.3
[Magisk] Gnome1911:
Here the same on Xperia Z5P 7.1.1 Stock.

The modules are disappeared after reboot.

On Lineage 14.1 all worked fine. Now back on stock and magisk don't work...
[Magisk] Gnome1911:
[PROBLEM SOLVED]

Hey [MENTION=535343]all[/MENTION],

I've updated the APK with auto-update this morning and installed the 14.6 Beta-Zip.

Now the Problem is solved for my E6853 7.1.1.

THX to Developer!
[Nokia 6 Questions & Answers] forward12315:
I've installed official room using OSTLA, before i install my nokia6 ta1000 can connect pc such as MTP or midi or just charging, after successfully flashed and update till now in oct update no pop up when i connect to pc my nokia 6 just charging, no pop up mtp or midi or charge just charging like using adapter, does anyone feeling too? Or just me, and i need someone to fix this ps: this happen from the first flashed on jully update till oct update, i've been using much cable and reinstall windows the problem still, *sorry for bad english
[Nokia 6 Questions & Answers] forward12315:
And i cant connect otg fdd, please help did my usb conmector broken or this rom kernel problem? Before october update in september update my otg is normal, but my charging still normal and i can go into recovery using micro sd from charger with up volume and power button
[Nokia 6 Questions & Answers] hawwin88:
have u enable USB debugging on Developer Option ??
[Nokia 6 Questions & Answers] forward12315:
i enabled but nothing changed, do your nokia 6 TA-1000 normal when connecting to pc such as MTP mode? And can you try to using otg on nokia 6 october update?
[Nokia 6 Questions & Answers] hawwin88:
my nokia 6 TA-1000 work as normally bro, MTP mode work fine and OTG work fine too, maybe u can try this :

1. change your cable data or try on another PC

2. install app named "es explorer" on play store to OTG mode

3. install adb driver on your PC

good luck
[Nokia 6 Questions & Answers] forward12315:
It doesnt help..., do your nokia 6 ta 1000 on october update?
[Nokia 6 Questions & Answers] forward12315:
Up
[Nokia 6 Questions & Answers] DinethIrusha:
huh? That's strange..Have tried installing the drivers? (Which pops up when you plug your phone to the pc)
[Nokia 6 Questions & Answers] forward12315:
No driver installing in pc when pluged, no pops up in my phone, my phone just charging, otg not function too, did my usb connector broken?
[Nokia 6 Questions & Answers] DinethIrusha:
Hey,

Goto

Developer Option > Select USB Configuration > set it MTP

then try plugging it on your PC

(To turn Developer Options goto Settings>About and keep touching the Build Number for 5 times)

Settings > Developer Options..

I included the Screenshots below
[Nokia 6 Questions & Answers] forward12315:
After flashed rom using ostla developer option setted on automatic with mtp mode(no need press build number), when i plugged on pc just charging and when i set to mtp and charging again no changes, and why my otg doesnt work but at early update otg working and now in november update still not working, i think its usb connector problem but i dont know is usb connector same machine with pc connection and otg or just on power management?
[Android General] nonamesl:
Hi. I don't know if this is the right place but I'll try anyways. I'm using the not-so-common Android TV x86 and I want to install gapps. Now I can't flash a zip or unlock the bootloader because I can't seem to enter fastboot.

I have the Android TV x86 installed alongside with Ubuntu. Whenever I wirelessly connect to the Android TV via wifi and try to run

adb reboot bootloader

the android TV just restarts to GRUB.

How can I enter fastboot?

Thanks in advance.
[Android General] ActuallyJammy:
I will try not installing GRUB in the installation. I'll tell you if it works.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] talexop:
Hello

I am having a problem with the "direct pen input" setting. I have it enabled. I have also two languages at Samsung keyboard.

But when I hover spen over a text field nothing happens. The spen icon do not pop up. I have tried at contacts app or at sms app.. it only works when I am inside the secret folder Knox.

Everything else works fine. For example I use handwriting within the Samsung keyboard without any problem.

Is there anything I can do except factory reset?

Does anyone else has seen this problem?

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[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] whiteangelcl:
:confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused:
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] talexop:
Maybe I did not make it very clear...

Direct pen input is the option to use handwriting for text fields. When enabled you hover spen over a textbox and an icon with "T" appears. When you click it you can write with spen and your handwritting is recognized to text.. This icon does not show up for me. it only pop up when I am inside the secure folder.

Generally for "direct pen input" to work I have to download at least one language in samsung keyboard and enable the option thought settings.

Maybe someone else has seen this problem.. Till now I have not read anything, especially for note 8.

Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] neograndizer:
I don't have a real issue with it. Depends on the text field as it recognizes some but not others. But even if it doesn't give the icon it defaults over to the Pen entry to write when I tap on the text box.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] talexop:
Thanks... It seems to be a corrupted settings database.. I resolve it with factory reset.. Unfortunatelly..

Hope it will not happen again! :(
[Google Pixel 2 Questions & Answers] danangdevils:
Hi there,

For some reason I can mo longer view all my Google photos media from within Whatsapp.

I used to be able to select a contact, and attach mutliple pictures or videos from the all media folder. I had over 1500 photos on Google photos which I could select from, however now I can only see 25!

Please help!