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[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] andyroidna:
Tried twice. Both time it shipped from Fort Worth, both times OEM unlock grayed out. That's that I suppose!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] GokuSSJgod:
Someone explain this to me. Mine was gifted from a retail store and I have had 3 RMA and they never go to fort Worth. Somewhere in Indiana I think. What do I do exactly.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
nothing lol.. u cant control where they ship you a device from
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
yep.. its the luck of the draw, u either have bad luck or maybe theyve caught on and the loop hole is no more
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] GokuSSJgod:
So people have Verizon edition of pixel 2 xl and they got an RMA from taking to Verizon or Google? Cuz I heard if you do it thru Verizon they order you a new one and you always get an unlocked one. Has anyone just contacted Google themselves and not dealt with Verizon and got an unlocked one sent to them? If it was thru Verizon how do you do that? I don't have Verizon service. Can I just get Verizon service and get an RMA thru them? Secondly what did you guys do exactly? I asked if I could get the Unlocked one one time and they sent they can't do that because it's not in the system. They just order a replacement and it's the same one as the one before. Please someone go into detail who got an unlocked one. Thank you

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Also where did you ship your phone to? Remember the company name?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] andyroidna:
Where did you hear that if you do it through Verizon, you always get an unlocked one? Read this thread. It explains everything
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] GokuSSJgod:
I don't have much time. Could someone explain real quick please
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Travisdroidx2:
Nope, read at least a few pages doesn't take that long. Your just being lazy.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
lol wow.. took him longer to type that post than it would have for him to read through the thread haha

but for the sake of "contributing" ill fill him in:

1) You need Verizon service. I do not know how it would work if u started service with an already purchased device even if its a verizon device. Some companies have rules/restrictions on when insurance n such can be added.

2) Verizon users with vzw locked p2xl calls verizon, talks to tech, tells em whats wrong with their phone and after troubleshooting if eligible they send an RMA device.

3) A lot of users who had an RMA sent from Ft. Worth Texas have had good luck. However, there are NO FACTS as to hpw this works or if youll even get a unlocked version or not as some have got vzw ones back.

4) IT ISNO GUARANTEE, IT IS THE LUCK OF THE DRAW.

5) THIS IS NOT TO MAKE SOMETHING UP JUST TO TRY AND GET AN UNLOCKED VERSION, THAT IS FRAUD.

5) If you contact Google for a replacement you will almost certainly get a VZW device back if that is what you purchased.

6) Where you ship the return device doesnt matter but usually is a wherehouse in Ft. Worth.

Judging by your questions it would seem you are debating how to replace ur locked p2xl with an unlocked one.. I just hope if u do go this route you have a legitimate reason..

you might be the first one to get caught and have to pay for 2 phones at full retail lol
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
oh and they wont just give u an unlocked one bcuz GokuSSJgod asks them.. u get what u paid for...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] capsnbottles:
Curious, how could you possibly get caught?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
lol was just tryna scare him into making sure he has a legit reason..

of course committing fraud u always take a risk if they choose to go after u.. vzw ships u the replacement first whereas i believe google makes u send the phone in first before they replace it
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] capsnbottles:
They cant prove anything. Google ships once they get confirmation that you sent phone in from usps, Verizon ships first yes. I guess its only an issue if you never sent the phone back and end up with 2. Guess you would take a credit hit. I for one, went through google, then Verizon which sent me unlocked one. Call it what you want but I now have unlocked Pixel 2 XL which was paid for by TMobile. :laugh:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
its difficult to prove yes lol but if u say i got burn in and return a cracked phone theyll surely catch u lol

but yes, as i stated was just tryna scare the person who didnt read lol.. of course its near impossible to "prove" someone isnt having battery drain or touch is wonky etc etc
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] capsnbottles:
I know I just remember reading someone crying over someone else getting hooked up, had nothing to do with them and they still felt the need to throw in there 2 cents
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
lol that is xda tho.. but no, i have been nice lately lol. that guy asked like 10 questions tho then when someone said to read some of the thread he said he didnt have time lmao.. honest yes but come on, hes not the only one that doesnt have time haha.. oh well, i answered him so hopefully he at least reads that lol
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] GokuSSJgod:
My grandma ordered me a Verizon pixel 2 xl from the Google store then she past away. That's why I'm trying to get the Unlocked one. She knew I used Verizon. I talked to the Google store and they can't help me v
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bobby janow:
Sorry about your grand mother. What are you taking about outside her death? How does the pixel fit into this? If you got a Pixel and want to return it perhaps you can sell it? Personally I'd keep it simply because she was kind enough to buy it for me. But that's just me not saying you should do or feel the same.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
srry to hear that.. but yeah,unfortunately i doubt google will give u an unlocked version so i would just keep it personally, i mean it was agift from ur grandmother but thats just me
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Sass86oh:
Yea I just did this because my phone came with a dead pixel, unfortunately I received a Verizon version and the Bootloader was still locked. Shipped from Illinois. From what I gather, it seems if you go through Verizon for the replacement then you have a better chance of getting the PlayStore version in return. I went through Googles telephone tech support and they sent me another Verizon version of the 2XL, but it was a brand new one in the box with all accessories, and I did standard RMA where you need to send your device first, It was 72 hours total from the time I dropped my phone off at the post office in my town to the time my new phone was in my hand, so thats def an awesome aspect.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Ramone360:
I have Verizon pixel 2 XL, purchased from offerup brand new but no receipt. Should I go through Verizon or Google for replacement? Do they need proof of purchase? I'm using it with T-Mobile sim
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Badger50:
How is there no receipt if you purchased it? If I were Verizon or Google, I'd definitely want proof of purchase! They'll probably tell you to take it back to where you bought it from.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Ramone360:
Offerup, local cash sale
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Badger50:
Ah, I see. Well then about all I could suggest is taking to a Verizon store and see what they say. Who knows, you might get lucky ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] pixelsquish:
I'd go through Google for that situation
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] New Rising:
Just received a replacement from Verizon for a distorted speaker and I was unable to oem unlock the new device. So they're still out there heh
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] teemunknee:
I looked through many pages and searched a few different ways, but after 12-15 minutes of searching through text I haven't found a concise answer. So my question is:

Do the Verizon and Google variants of the Pixel 2 XL have the same device codenames? I bought a Verizon variant off Swappa for a great price with the expectation that I'd have to wait for a workaround for the bootloader to be unlocked, but when I adb to my bootloader, it tells me it's a "taimen" device. I'm assuming both variants share a codename and the only real noticeable difference is that the OEM Unlock option is grayed out in Developer Settings. Can someone please confirm for me?

I'm sorry if this was answered in a very obvious place somewhere else, and was easily located somewhere on this site or elsewhere. I'll fully admit to my noob status in navigating XDA.

Here's a picture of my bootloader information page for reference. Again, seller said this is a Verizon variant, and the OEM Unlock button is grayed out. I'm just looking for validation of what I think is the case. https://imgur.com/ujQJ0Af
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] michaelbsheldon:
Enough

There is ZERO Potential Great News for Verizon Pixel 2XL Owners Regarding Bootloader! anywhere.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] BeardedB:
I purchased a Verizon variant through Best Buy. Had two Dead Pixels on my screen and chatted with Google and they sent me an RMA replacement. They sent be a brand new one in box, with a Verizon SIM in it. Set up only on WiFi then put it AT&T SIM card. OEM Unlock is still greyed out but it doesn't matter to me. I no longer root phones. Just wanted to let you guys know. Phone shipped from Carol Stream, IL.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] gharris040604:
I wonder if I purchase one through eBay and there are dead pixels will Google exchange it
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] BeardedB:
Most likely they will.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] andro888:
Question for pixel 2 xl Google version users

if someone unlocked his bootloader on the pixel 2 xl the google version, i want to know this :

before you toggle the oem unlocking did you connect to internet during the setup or after the setup then you went to dev options and enabled the oem unlocking then performed the bootloader unlocking without problem ?

Thank you.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Badger50:
I connected to the net first to do my setup. Then enabled developer options, then enabled OEM and USB debugging. Then unlocked the bootloader. It all went perfectly without a hitch :good:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] andro888:
Great

So if you connected to the internet after the setup you won't be able to unlock the bootloader even with the oem toggled.

that's interesting to know.

Thank you
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Badger50:
I don't really think it matters which way you do it. That's just how I did mine. A Google branded phone, not Verizon version, should have no difficulties with unlocking the bootloader.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bryantjopplin:
I have unlocked a verizon version Pixel 2 XL not google today.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Badger50:
Then you should go to the bounty thread!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bryantjopplin:
Well it's not a true unlock lol. Requires a replacement or a phone that has never been updated past the Sept Verizon version. Opd3 to be exact lol
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bryantjopplin:
Just got a verizon pixel 2 xl from verizon themself and was able to unlock it even thought the stock opd3 firmware was not allowing me i did not activate nor did i put a sim and let it update to the newest and when it started back up i was able to unlock it.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] d33dvb:
I take it we couldnt flash back to an older opd3 firmware and unlock because of the newer bootloader?

Is anyone having success still with the warranty replacements? Mine is genuinely having issues, and I was not sure if I should wait till after Im out of the 15 day exchange to get the new one with the google edition being possible.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bryantjopplin:
I've tried all kinda things with the one that had to go back. I wish Android p preview could have been as an OTA so I could try and sideload that
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] GokuSSJgod:
Smell that everyone?? Smells like bs. T
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] d33dvb:
You make-a no sense. Just a discussion, you know, in the discussion area. Im saying, I would normally not want a refurb device, Id go to the store and exchange in the 15 day return period, but with the likelyhood that I may end up with an unlocked one, I think its better for me to just wait it out and do a warranty exchange. Was just curious if anyone still had success, because if not, I may as well take my chances in store.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bryantjopplin:
haha, i posted all the necessary pictures now to prove its a verizon one haha. It seems to not be a refurb though. I dont understand it.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ceo.mtcl:
Holy shoot, not sure if I got lucky but Google just sent me a replacement Pixel 2XL for Verizon version, that is unlockable. I purchased the Verizon version from Craigslist, called Google to tell them about a Bluetooth issue I was facing, also told them I would love to have a Google variant of it. They said they'll only send a Verizon version back as a replacement. I received a Verizon version as a replacement as they promised. Then I called again about the screen issue and they sent another replacement, and to my surprise, I see that it's OEM unlockable! I right away rooted it. Gotta love Google!!!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] GokuSSJgod:
Look up the imei info and get back with us.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ceo.mtcl:
I cannot run the IMEI into the imeipro.com lg checker. It comes back as service unavailable. Is there any way to tell some info using IMEI number?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ceo.mtcl:
I do have the phone unlocked, twrp installed and rooted via magisk now.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] GokuSSJgod:
I don't care about that. I just wanted to see if it was a Verizon fru or a Google one they sent you.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ceo.mtcl:
I don't care about that, all I care is that my phone is that my Pixel 2XL is now rooted.

If you wanna know that the phone is Verizon version then you have to tell me how to check that. Also read my post here before:

https://xdaforums.com/pixel-2-xl/how-to/check-phones-build-date-imei-t3694175/post76394820
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] GokuSSJgod:
Did it come in a new box or just a slip? Thanks
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ceo.mtcl:
It came back in this thin box. It's not as thick as the original new box. Only the phone was included in it.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] GokuSSJgod:
It's a refurbished one. How's the condition looking
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ceo.mtcl:
It's literally brand new, there is not a single blemish anywhere that I can find. Not even a micro scratch on screen or back.

Usually I can tell if the phone has been used\refurbished by looking at the charger port. If there is some dirt and micro scratches there, it shows that the phone has been used. This one has nothing, nada! It's like they got it out of the new box and packed in this tiny box.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] GokuSSJgod:
Well if you can ever get the imeipro to work it will say fru
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ceo.mtcl:
I don't think this IMEI number will work on IMEI pro website. I have three IMEI numbers now, the first two ring up just fine, the third one causes an "unavailable" error in their system.

If by fru , you mean factory refurbished, even then I couldn't care less. Google sent a brand new (looking) device in return for a Verizon used device, that is rooted now. That's all I care for!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] GokuSSJgod:
Only one imei. Forget it man.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ceo.mtcl:
I'm very happy with the outcome tho.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] GokuSSJgod:
Did the first replacement come in the same kind of box
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ceo.mtcl:
Yes. The first replacement came in the same kind of box. There was something different about this replacement tho. It came with an extra Sim eject tool.

Also, I didn't insert my Verizon simcard in the phone till now. It was updated till March 1st security patch from the get go and wouldn't show the OEM Unlock option till I connected to WiFi, and updated it.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] GokuSSJgod:
What screen issues did you have with the first replacement?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ceo.mtcl:
First one was Bluetooth. When I was on WhatsApp call, my Bluetooth wouldn't work. Factory reset wouldn't fix it. Second one was screen blue tint. It's a lot better in this one.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] AndrasLOHF:
I have a RMA device on the way for the top speaker issue. Crossing fingers for a new or like new unit. My device is mint from a wear and tear standpoint so anything less quality then that is getting returned.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ceo.mtcl:
I've had nothing but good luck with both RMA units.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] GokuSSJgod:
They let you exchange for blue tinr? That's super weird. They all have it. Google says it's the way it's supposed to be.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ceo.mtcl:
Yes, I think this new one has very less tint.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ram4ufriends:
You will know whether it is a new or refurbished while you order. If the page says refurbished, they will send you a refurbished one, if not you will get new one.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] aaronrw:
I just had a conversation with the help chat via the settings menu on my Verizon Pixel, and they claim no control over big red locking the device. Also I stated that RMA would possibly result in Google version which he denied obviously.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ceo.mtcl:
That's what the lady from Google told me as well. I requested for a Google version as a replacement for Verizon version. She very nicely denied me that. I requested her to send me a Google version again so that I can unlock the bootloader and fix many issues myself, in a response to which she talked to her "manager" and denied my request again. I was disappointed. However, to my surprise, I received a unlockable bootloader version of the phone.

Here is what I did when I received the phone.

1. Did not insert Sim.

2. Turned on the phone and did not sign in or connect to WiFi. Skipped all the menus.

3. Checked the version of software, it was on March 1st security patch.

4. Enabled Dev settings, checked the OEM Unlock option was disabled. Connected USB and no dice.

5. It asked me to contact carrier for Unlock bootloader or to connect to internet, so I connected it WiFi and updated to latest version.

6. Restarted the phone and Boom!!! The OEM Unlock option was enabled.

7. Unlocked bootloader, installed Magisk, profit.

Try replicating these steps in case if this works for you as well. My simcard is still in S9+ I haven't inserted it yet in Pixel.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] aaronrw:
So you filed RMA and they sent you one that was unlockable? If so awesome
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ceo.mtcl:
Yes sir!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] GokuSSJgod:
When you check the IMEI does it say FRU anywhere? Factory refurbished unit?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] capsnbottles:
You're lucky man, odd that no one else has come forward. Hopefully this isn't a one time only deal and others get these. Thanks for sharing
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Lawlrus:
You got very lucky. They are supposed to replace it with the same branded device. They did the same with the og pixels. All this thread is going to do is get people's hopes up, and make it even worse for people to get devices when they want them because of everyone rmaing devices for two months hahaha
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Cbass15:
Deleted.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] NOSTALGIA:
no guarantee of getting a non verizon version if you got it from verizon...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Nephilim:
Clearly the post headline has the word "Potential" in it. I made no claim on it being a guarantee.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Nephilim:
I never claimed it to be guaranteed nor did the title of my post insinuate that.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Nekromantik:
Possibility of getting unlockable from Google if you RMA Verizon is just as likely I think.

I will be sending my EE locked version to Google soon, currently EE are out of stock as they just got stock of thier handsets from Google so hoping Google will not have any EE ones left for now and send me a unlockable one. My blue shift is quite bad even at slight angle.

They told me it can take 2 weeks though :(

If I end up with another EE one then need to wait 6 months before I can root by asking for unlock code.

Glad EE dont lock bootloader and only SIM. However Googles way of sim locking is hooked into bootloader so cant OEM unlock until you get Unlock request sent to Google servers.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] abuttino:
This is close to warranty fraud. I suggest you take that conversation elsewhere.

Image retention is what you are talking about and it's easily fixed by watching a movie or just use a tool from the play store.

When you defraud warranties, it makes it harder for the rest of us to get a warranty replacement.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Nekromantik:
I have a reason to send mine back. Not scamming anyone.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] abuttino:
Did I mention you by name? Guilty conscience? Lol
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Nekromantik:
:D

no guilt here

just dont like posts like yours.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Nephilim:
Dude, you need to start quoting people, nobody can tell who you are talking about so these responses you are getting are your own fault.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] abuttino:
Sorry, two people that had a very techhy u/n

The point was, you posted a thread about it getting other people to conjure up a reason for replacement. That constitutes warranty fraud
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Nephilim:
At no point did I tell anyone to commit any type of fraud, nor did I claim for a fact that you would guaranteed gain an unlocked device as a replacement.

I merely stated my experience and that if others happen to have issues that are covered under warranty they may potentially gain an unlocked device as a replacement as well.

Once again take your insinuations and assumptions elsewhere. They hold no validity.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] lucky_strike33:
Well Google does sell Verizon phones so they will just ship you those...good luck going through Google.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Nephilim:
I've also been here for over 7yrs, that serves no relevance. Nobody with the intelligence to be on a developer forum is going to take my post as false hope, if they do they don't belong here to begin with.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Branj812:
I rma'd my Verizon pixel 2 xl for fingerprint scanner problems and was sent an unlocked Google play store version.