yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] seniorstew:
Anyway you can add the data activity arrows to the wifi and signal icons like on old school Android? I miss those! I know gravity box has the option
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Reuben_skelz92:
Can't find the setting anywhere ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] shindiggity:
Yeah it hasn't been in the last couple builds, unless I'm totally blind.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Reuben_skelz92:
That's weird. Was loving the rom but disappointed with that
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] xSilas43:
It is tied to the sound search setting. I'm looking for it ATM but when you setup the phone for the first time there's the option to enable it to search for songs automatically and display them on the lockscreen, it is tied to this setting for the now playing.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] xSilas43:
Ok found it, in the coral reef > notification > general notification > ambient music ticker

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[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] chispa9:
Does anyone know how to disable the battery percentage that shows up in the lockscreen status bar? Thanks
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] shindiggity:
Thank you kind sir!
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Roger.T:
There will never be an AOSP security patch before 5th every month..

Why do you all always ask the same beginning of the month?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] seniorstew:
I'm getting random toast messages saying wifi turned on or mobile data turned on.. Any ideas? Thanks
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] techlogik:
Any battery percentage display mod on the always on display?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] vibrantliker:
Sorry, don't think I've ever asked before.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Jon.StatiK:
Anyone having luck flashing magisk on newest version? I just upgraded and I've got everything running except for root. Every time I flash root my phone gets stuck in boot loop or the white screen of death. Each time I have to flash the kernel to recover.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
Maybe try flashing the kernel, then reboot back into twrp, then flash magisk. If it hangs on the white "G" screen, try a hard reset with the power button.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Jon.StatiK:
That's absolutely insane. I had done that but flashed the zips back to back but when I followed your advice it works. Must be the reboot between the zips which is key. Thanks for your help!
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Reuben_skelz92:
That's not it mate. That just shows the song your playing on your phone

the now playing feature is separate but doesn't exist on this rom for some reason
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] techlogik:
Wipe dalvik/cache after flashing kernel and Magisk, or just magisk, reboot.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Turgur:
I think I'm blind. I cannot get my charging LED to work. It lights up when I'm picking a color, but after that, it turns off.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] techlogik:
It doesn't work on any custom Rom I've tried, even with custom Kernels that support it.

Stock is the only one I've got LED to work when charging notifications etc...some Roms the blue flashing light will work on notifications, otherwise, nada.

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Also have seen some issues with 16.4 on a few Roms. Went back to 16.3, back to normal.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Turgur:
Oh, that's a shame. Thanks for responding.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] shindiggity:
Agreed should be in settings/sound, he removed a couple releases back.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] xSilas43:
Can you please explain the now playing feature then?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] shindiggity:
No matter what screen your on it will show what song is playing in the background on notification pull down.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] xSilas43:
Ah okay, I haven't found a setting for it yet but that feature is in the room, you can enable it when you setup the device for the first time. I am certain it's on the room as I noticed that message walking around my local mall. I believe the setting is tied to the ambient music ticker.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] darkoj2007:
does it show on lock screen and always on display or only as notification when you pull down the statusbar? thanks :)
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] zohaibshafijutt:
AI am on April 6 build and I saw my Verizon services running in background process....

How is it possible as I have not installed Verizon sim or app....

Just curious....
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
Big Red is everywhere!! Does it show up in developer options under running services?? Any messaging apps or anything Verizon related at all on your device?? Freeze it, or uninstall whatever you find. What's really funny is that I actually use Big Red, and even use the "My Verizon" app, and I still don't get that showing on my battery usage! ???
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] xSilas43:
Both.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] techlogik:
Anybody else getting Pixel Ambience Service stop with the latest update to that app on 4/28?

Uninstall the update and no problem.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] piyush7243:
Me too
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] techlogik:
Yeah, thought so. I uninstalled the last update and no issues on Aquarius. But there are other things I like about Nitrogen, so I restored that. It has the latest Pixel Ambient services and no problem on that Rom.

???
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] vibrantliker:
What is Pixel Ambient Services?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.intelligence.sense

??
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] vibrantliker:
I read that and AND I STILL HAVE NO IDEA WHAT IT DOES!!! Honey Badger!
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
It basically controls your AOD, and now playing stuff :good:
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] redsmith:
Any chance of adding notification ticker?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] CyberpodS2:
Read the reviews. It will take up an hour of your day and you will be a better person afterwards... I'm serious... Kinda...
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] jaredtritsch:
can this be dirty flashed over an existing aquarios (april 4th build) without wiping?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] piyush7243:
Yes you can do that.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] p70shooter:
Make a backup and try but I would advise clean flashing.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] State.of.mind:
Can someone share the boot animation?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] p70shooter:
Why are you collecting boot animamations?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
It's just his "State.of.mind" bruh! ????
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] p70shooter:
:cowboy:
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] quinejh:
Any idea if this will boot after updating to may
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Roger.T:
You have them in system / media...

dumbass ?

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Seriously?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
Sheesh! My brother from another mother is a wee bit salty tonight! ????
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Roger.T:
Oh, just a little tickle...?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] quinejh:
? Yes seriously. I've broken down the images and the bootloaders are the same just wanted to make sure. If jot OK I'll just flash the may image and wait. It was just a question for convenience.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] State.of.mind:
No I'm on stock. I just want the boot animation from the rom. Send me a link broham
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Triscuit:
I'm actually curious myself, I think I will go ahead and try it, I'll let you know how it goes.

EDIT: Confirmed booting latest AquariOS with May security update works, getting vendor mismatch at boot but that is to be expected.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] p70shooter:
Why don't you just download the rom and then extract it. Simples
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] quinejh:
Yep, I went ahead and tried it last night just cause someone made me think it was a dumb idea. Went back to stock though want to see what new features are in May. I'll wait for room updates or may try P ( ooops meant for 2 posts up!!)
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Roger.T:
The last update is still with April Vendor..

Flash April Vendor and everything is fine...?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Triscuit:
Not a big enough issue for me to revert :)
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] 3dux:
I tried ALL NIGHT LONG to get AquariOS to go, and the best I could get is some water creatures swimming around on the screen... Wrote boot to A/B. Wrote dtbo to A/B. Wiped A/B. Flashed ROM A/B. now I'm back to rooted stock rom... Followed the directions as best I could. Updated sdk tools, different usb port and cord, etc etc... I can't figure out what I'm missing here.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Triscuit:
Flash April factory image with dueces script, after that, boot into twrp using fastboot boot recovery.img, use the adb side load function to flash aquarios, also side load the twrp installer. Reboot. Setup the phone enough to get to the launcher screen, boot back into recovery and flash a custom kernel and magisk if you want. Reboot
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] 3dux:
I will try this as soon as I can! Thank you Thank you Thank you!
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Triscuit:
Let me know how it goes, we are here to help. Also on a side note if your first boot after flashing the ROM takes more than 5 minutes, try a hard reboot by pressing the power button until the device restarts, I've had to do that in the past.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] 3dux:
And, hey, I'm in! Was a bit tedious, but it worked. Now my issue is this: I went back to recovery and flashed ElementalX kernel and magisk and was greeted with a fastboot-loop. I'm back in AquariOS now. Do I try again?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Triscuit:
When you're flashing the kernel, are you using the. IMG or .zip file?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] p70shooter:
Unzip the kernel, remove the dtbo.img and then rezip. Flash and enjoy. As the rom comes with snoke kernel I wouldn't bother tho.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] vibrantliker:
Will this version of Aquarios not work if you update to May stock then want to restore an Aquarios backup?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] p70shooter:
Should do but you will have to flash April vendor
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] mk7ner:
I reverted back to April just to use this beautiful ROM, I tested all Roms and this is the best and fastest and most customizable one (center clock only in this rom), waiting for May version, really good job!
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] shindiggity:
Agreed, but RR has center clock as well.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Ives314:
Greetings! How can I get my original camera from stock and keep this wonderful rom at the same time?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] mk7ner:
Someone said that RR doesn't support the Color option yet, that's why i didn't flash it, other than that RR is still running great on my Oneplus One!!
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] shindiggity:
Yeah it's an LOS issue and the RR team is aware, hopefully fixed soon.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] CyberpodS2:
What's wrong with the camera?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Ives314:
You know what I went out today on a walk. And I think I'm tripping. There is nothing wrong with the camera. I retract my last post. Thanks though. I freaking love this rom!
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Prattham:
I am looking forward to flash this rom but if may update is gonna be available then i would flash that instead, anyone has any idea?

Cheers ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] CyberpodS2:
Two things... First I would hold off on asking for eta's as it's against the rules unless the OP explicitly has said it was ok. Second, I would not worry about it either way as updating goes well usually...
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Triscuit:
You can flash the current April AquriOS with May security update, its working for me, you will just get the vendor mismatch message at boot.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Prattham:
Yea i know the rules man i have been here and it wasn't a smart way to ask for etas

If i wanted to i would just ask when is the update coming or such

I specifically mentioned because its been tough for me to get roms to boot up lol and always have to end up with clean flash which is a pain thats why i asked because every other rom has been updated so i thought either the update would be around the corner or will be delayed which is totally acceptable

Cheers ?

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Thanks for the info

Cheers ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Triscuit:
For anyone who is curious why it is so quiet in here....
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Reechings:
My P2XL is on its way so hopefully development will pick up again soon ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Haz3:
Development is not over. The dev is in his busy season at his "real" job and with his personal life. He has not forgotten about us?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Reechings:
Totally understandable and I hope I didn't sound pushy! Been on an S8 for the last year and I'm excited to get back to an unlocked bootloader again soon ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Haz3:
No you didn't sound pushy lol just letting everyone know?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Intelli69:
This ROM is the only ROM I've had trouble getting to boot properly :( I've gotten Carbon, Nitrogen, and dirty unicorns to work 100% but for some reason I cannot get this ROM to work! I really want to try it!
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] p70shooter:
I'm guessing you're on May vendor?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Intelli69:
Ahhhh correct. This is April? ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] p70shooter:
Yep
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Intelli69:
Ah thanks I didn't realize due to it said May in the title and my impatient ass didn't read the entire OP post hehe
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] ptlsajan:
Hello Friends,

I am new to Pixel 2 XL (but not to root and XDA)

I have flashed this rom for first time and it works flawlessly.

I only have 2 questions. Can you help me to remove the irritating bootloader unlock warning screen on every start.

And I want to flash official Google Pixel Camera, but unable to find official APK from 8.1 Oreo.

Thank you.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] p70shooter:
You cannot remove warning screen and get camera from playstore.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
You can't do anything about the bootloader warning message. You can get the google camera from the play store. :laugh:
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] ptlsajan:
Thank you for quick response.

But I am not able to find Pixel camera on playstore.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
I'm on stock 8.1. This is the camera I have :cool:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.GoogleCamera
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] ptlsajan:
This is what I get.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
Sorry man. How bout this? :cool:

https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/camera/camera-5-2-022-191678196-release/
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] ptlsajan:
Thanks mate. Worked like a charm
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] RUpix.de:
Hello,

can you please help?

I try to install this rom, but it will not start right.

I only see the bootanimation all the time, how long can this be?

I wait 15 minutes and more and it doesnt finish.

I installed the Google Rom, starting that, ADB etc. pp. Bootloader is unlocked.

The next thing, i have to start TWRP with "sudo adb boot etc. pp...." all the time.

Please help me, i want to test this rom (or another).

Thanks in advance, Ralf.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] TheUndertaker21:
this guy doesn't boot up for me

i'm on may build

it just stuck on that aqua logo
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] p70shooter:
So you're on May stock and this doesn't boot? Weird, can't imagine why.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] TheUndertaker21:
ok smarty

why you replied if you weren't actually gonna help
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] p70shooter:
If you actually read a few posts you wouldn't need any help.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] mickyw1980:
It's on April vendor ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] TheUndertaker21:
thanx mouse
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Reechings:
Does this ROM have the same or more features than RR? Thanks!
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] p70shooter:
No rom is going to have more features than RR and thankfully this has less ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] samklee:
As the other respondent mentioned, you will be hard pressed to find a rom with more features than RR. RR has most everything out there integrated into it, which is also why there's always something not quite working. :)
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Namolas:
You have a reputation of being a complete prick to people that help you and then not apologizing when given the chance. Own it.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] TheUndertaker21:
haha glad i am known around XDA

if I've been a prick to you, it's probably you have been one to me too.

i'm also very helpful around here.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] shindiggity:
Not based on your thanks meter!
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Reechings:
Thanks for the replies! So what is missing on this ROM compared to RR?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] TheUndertaker21:
lmfao kids these days

i'm sure you are such a helpful guy because you have a 950 "thanks meter"

boowhoo
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] p70shooter:
Nothing is missing but every feature under the sun hasn't been added, which in my opinion is a good thing. Easiest way is just flash it and see.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] RUpix.de:
I have to install the april vendor img before flashing, right?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] p70shooter:
Yes you do.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] RUpix.de:
Ok, step for step:

Booting in Bootloader / Fastboot

Sudo fastboot flash vendorapril.img

Reboot?

Fastboot in twrp

Flashing rom.zip

Reboot

Fastboot in twrp

Flashing gapps?

Reboot and enjoy?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
Disable screen lock security before you start.

Put April vendor.img on your phones internal storage.

If you don't have twrp installed already, fastboot into twrp.

Do a twrp factory reset with the swipe bar.

Flash the april vendor.img.

Flash the rom and then the twrp installer zip.

Boot up into OS and do a minimal setup, leaving screen lock set to swipe or none.

Go back to twrp and flash magisk for root. Reboot and you should be good to go :good:
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] RUpix.de:
How can i INSTALL TWRP? It doesnt work...never...
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
In fastboot mode, with the twrp.img in your platform-tools folder, open a command prompt on your platform-tools folder and type...fastboot boot twrpxxxxxx.img.....that should then boot you into twrp :good:
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] RUpix.de:
Thanks, thats clear, but i want to reboot to bootloader and start twrp as number one bootloader...
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Namolas:
fastboot boot twrp-3.2.1-2-taimen.img

Then once in TWRP install twrp-pixel2-installer-taimen-3.2.1-2.zip
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] RUpix.de:
How long i have to wait for the first start?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Namolas:
5-7 minutes.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] RUpix.de:
:(

It doesnt work...

I see the Bootscreen now for 15 Minutes and more.

When i install the VendorApril.img, which point to install i had to choose?

I think the "Vendor"?

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Now i reinstall the Google-Rom, reboot, boot to TWRP, flash the April Vendor, and now i flash the last time...

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I give it up :(

https://docs.google.com/document/d/19r9I-yzC3EA_hobcSe07k3GZDLR4ImSTu6A2sF31NbM/edit

After that install via fastboot of boot.img etc. no TWRP is starting ...what a grap.

With no another smartphone i had these problems, weird :(
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
If that was the case the first time you flashed the rom and it didn't boot up, you just needed to try a hard restart with the power button. If that doesn't work, then go back to twrp again, go to advanced wipe, select ART/cache only, and wipe it. Then flash the vendor.img again, then rom, then the twrp.zip again. In essence, what happend is that after you flashed the rom, it switched slots on you. So sometimes you have to flash it again :good:
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Triscuit:
I can agree with this, there has been multiple times where I thought my first boot was stuck, do a hard restart and boom it boots.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] RUpix.de:
I test it so much times. Hard reset too.

Ok, i have to Flash the rom in slot a, and what in slot b?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Namolas:
Nothing in slot B.

Factory reset in TWRP

Fash ROM zip

Flash TWRP zip

Reboot.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] calebcabob:
It will once its been officially implemented by Team Substratum - but you're correct in that, I don't plan to hack around and try adding it early before then. That would likely be asking for trouble :)
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] calebcabob:
Thanks for the info - I'll look into that. Also, I never realized Hangouts was installed by default...screw that! I'll remove it :o

Is everything good now though?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] seniorstew:
Where did you get that awesome clock widget?