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[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] EeZeEpEe:
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2019/...o-launch-first-minneapolis-chicago-next-month

But just like 4G's release, 5G isn't going to be available 100% across a whole carrier network. "Verizon expects to have 5G in 30 cities this year." Even if you're in one of those 30 cities, it's not going to be 100% in that city. I'm using 14-18 GB per month just fine already on 4G.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] agosty00:
Same opinion :)
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Badouken:
Im happy with my Pixel 2XL so ill try and hold onto it as long as possible. I'll probably get the Pixel 5XL unless my Pixel starts to die in a year then I'll settle for the Pixel 4 XL. Im on Project Fi so my choices are very limited. I hope waiting an extra year or two will make my next upgrade worth it.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Horoscope:
sticking to my Pixel 2 xl for another 6-8 months and then will decide what next.. I will move to another brand only if the Camera is as good as a Pixel...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] zetsumeikuro:
Honestly there is nothing great in my eyes coming out the end of this year that is worth upgrading to. All marginal upgrades at best! 3 XL notch = auto pass, Note 9 = slow updated and outdated version of Android that's another auto pass. Can't give One Plus a shot because I'm on Verizon :( but company discount is too nice to change carriers and I'm on the grandfathered unlimited data plan aka no deprioritization occurring. Hopefully the 4 XL will have 6-8 gigs of RAM and zero notch. I'll be together with my 2 XL for another year, this will be the first time in ages where I will have the same phone for more than 1 year!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Haz3:
Unless ZTE comes with the heat on the axon 9 I'm looking at the 1+6T.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] itzik_man:
I can't see a reason why not keeping our Pixel 2 xl for another 2 years (if the next pixels will still carry on the ugly dis-functional notch). Google is committed to another 2 years of upgrades to our phones till October 2020, so we will still be able to update to Android 10 & 11 (providing that the Pixel 2 xl will not loose much speed or functionality).
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] EeZeEpEe:
Even if the phone still performs well with all the updates, the battery isn't going to be very good that 3rd year. I can see it being a struggle the last 3-6 months waiting for a Pixel 5.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] itzik_man:
Phones batteries this days are better then expected. I still have my Galaxy S7E (almost 3 years) with excellent battery performance, and wife still using her beloved Galaxy S6 (over 4 years) with a battery capacity of 70 to 80 %!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] EeZeEpEe:
Interesting. My wife's Note 5 is really showing it's age. Getting only 2 to 2.5 hours SOT and needing at least one top off during the day. As the saying goes, your mileage may vary but battery degradation is inevitable.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Zorachus:
OnePlus 6T sounding pretty amazing.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] slaydog:
Note 9 has already been pre-ordered [emoji106]
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] LexApp:
I will do the Pixel 3 XL only if the camera (both still/video) outperforms the Pixel 2 XL with more than 20% better images/videos. I know that there's no way to gauge % expectation, but I will upgrade if the P3XL snaps better pictures and videos :)
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] antiochasylum:
To all of those wanting a OP6 or the OP6T, if you like the camera. Stay away. OP image processing is horrible compared to Google.

Plus the speaker is meh. Stereo Front speakers are far superior.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] SinisterXReaper:
Never been a Samsung fan, but my eyes are on the S10. Just rumors so far, but I'm drooling over the specs so far
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] jmaclean62:
I was really happy with my Nexus 6P until it started bootlooping out of the blue. The Pixel 2XL is ok, but I still miss my headphone jack. I'll probably get whatever phone is out that runs close to vanilla and gets reasonable update times when I get bored with this phone. If I had to pick one right now, it would probably be the OnePlus 6. I won't be getting another phone without a headphone jack.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] KageBeast:
I'm content with my pixel but I might end up getting a galaxy 9 or 10 when that comes out. Never been a fan of touchwiz but I generally love samsung phones.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] @home:
Getting the Note 9 & keeping the 2XL for the updates & see what google do.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] samklee:
Same. I have the original tmobile jump plan so I have to keep upgrading to make it worthwhile from a financial perspective.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] danielrod:
You guys are going to hate me, but if the rumors of a 6.5 inch screen iPhone X are true, I might go with this year's iPhone X. I know it has a notch also but my problem with the pixel 3 isn't the notch only, it's the notch AND the chin. Plus I wouldn't have to give up my 2XL so I'd kinda have the best of both worlds type thing going. I just have to figure out which one of my organs I can do without so I can sell it to afford the iPhone.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] spinkick:
With the warranty on our phones extended for two years,im just going to wait a year. The specs for the 3 are weak. Wireless charging would be nice.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Badger50:
blasphemer!!! ???
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] peoplesindian:
I replace my phone every 2 years. So far it seems I'm on the track because the gap year phones never enticed me to upgrade after a year.

Nexus 5 ✓ Best budget Nexus

Nexus 6 X Too big and Motorola killed the design

Nexus 6P ✓ Stereo speakers were great, premium build

Pixel X Didn't like the HTC build, too much bezel

Pixel 2XL ✓ Best battery life and camera and everything else!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Gizmoe:
Anything without a notch. The notch pisses me off. It's lazy, ugly and has no functional benefit. The small bezel at the top and bottom of the note are perfect. I'm not trying to hold onto nothing but screen. The smart phone market is pretty stale right now. They are doing some pretty disappointing designs from all companies. This is the first year I'm gonna just sit it out. I'll save my money and buy something cool next year, if there is anything. I still have my note 8, Pixel XL and Nexus 6p to use until then.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Prattham:
Just saw op6T leaks based on oppo R17 and if it is like that I'm going for that but not selling my pixel 2 xl lol best camera still ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] galaxys:
Yes, 6T is one of the better spec's options unofficial out there. Hope it has front firing speakers, no notch, no pop up camera....
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Pkt_Lnt:
Me too, iPhone 8+ if the long promised hearing aid support does not get unmasked soon in Pie. :rolleyes:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Badger50:
I'll let you slide my friend. Can't blame you for what you have to do :good::cool:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] vwgti18:
Hopefully with all the hate for the notch I can get my P3XL on release day! :cool:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ridenickel9:
Likey going to hang on to the 2Xl, I ran a Galaxy S5 for 3 years so I'm content for now...heck haven't even rooted this baby yet!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Badger50:
I for one will not be getting in your way my friend :good::cool:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] spinkick:
Is there really anything worth rooting for?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Pkt_Lnt:
Uploads are so broken on XDA right now, but this is a must see! :good:

https://plus.google.com/u/0/photos/...997&ssid=5dd65246-d6c3-4a6f-bbf0-9f9eb5773168
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Badger50:
Oh dude! That's flippin hilarious!! ????
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] peoplesindian:
Edge Sense Plus, an app that allows you to customize active edge.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Badger50:
Tibu

AdAway

Themes and custom mods/roms

ViPER/Dolby

Root explores for custom animations and file moving

Because I can :good::cool:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] rickysidhu_:
I really want the 3 XL but wow that notch is deep. I think in the start of this thread, someone mentioned the notch leaves room for two, maybe three status bars. I can definitely see that so it just feels like a waste of space :/

I suppose that room is needed for front-facing speakers and the dual front cameras.

My OnePlus 6 is great overall, but the mic quality is surprisingly becoming a deal breaker for me. I recorded a bunch of video clips from a birthday party, found out the audio cut out after the first 5 seconds of every clip...

I'm probably going to sell this and pay the difference and grab the 3 XL.

Worst case, I still have my 2 XL that I will be keeping, so I can always return the 3 XL and fall back on that.

I'm praying I can adjust to that deep notch because I'd hate to skip on a Google phone that has stock Android and one of (I assume will be) the best cameras on the market.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] MrMeeseeks:
We'll see what the OnePlus 6T or 7 offers. I loved my 3T except the camera and that seems to be much better with the 6. I don't mind the look and notch of the 3 XL but they need to put more RAM in the thing. The 2 XL kills off too many apps IMO.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] le0.br4zuc4:
Sucks... I had so much hope for the Pixel 3... The selection of phones on ProjectFi isn't good. One Plus 6 would be my first choice but it doesn't work on Fi... My Pixel 2 XL is getting very slow so I hope a new contender shows up on Fi
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Phazonclash:
Keeping my P2XL, waiting for the P4XL.

If the Pixel 4 XL is a joke too, I'll probably go back to Samsung I guess...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] galaxys:
I'm actually hoping for a Nexus revival and come back! :) :cool:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ridenickel9:
Yeah! The entire ROM section with Kernels + theming. Once this isn't a phone lifeline I'll take time to explore.

[MENTION=3730810]Badger50[/MENTION]: because I can!!

Awesome!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] TheSt33v:
I'm waiting until Verizon rolls out 5G in my city. When that happens, I'll probably get whatever Pixel supports it.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Pkt_Lnt:
In the town where I live that means *maybe* in 2099 or so.........

Small rural towns don't get stuff like that ever.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] mgymnop:
Not sure. I don't mind the notch as much as I mind the boring design and lackluster specs. I know what I won't get: A Samsung device.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] TheSt33v:
That's rough. You gotta bust out of that small town.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Badger50:
That's because you live in that town where Tremors was filmed! Perfection.....I think it was! ??
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Pkt_Lnt:
Naw, I like it here, small is good in 95% of the ways I like. I've been here 35 years now, half my life, I'm rooted here! :D :cool: :good: :angel:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Badger50:
Heck yeah brother. I'd take that over cell signal any day! Beautiful! :good::laugh:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] DirgeExtinction:
I don't mind the specs nor the notch. All I care about is that the camera is better than the P2XL. It's a shame about the 4GB of RAM, though. Aside from that, the specs are pretty par for the course for a 2018 phone. I don't really see what's "disappointing" about them. Also, the Pixel devices won't have the tons of features devices like the Galaxy & Note line have. They've always been pretty barebones. What draws people to these devices are stock Android, the camera, and speed of updates. It helps that Google is one of the major companies that actually updates the security patches on its phones, when OnePlus seems to lie and not push some.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] gettinwicked:
Well, I was really hoping to see what the new Essential phone would be about. Soooo disappointed it's not happening... Honestly, I cannot live with most OEM's ****ty update schedules (like how the S8 got Oreo like 7 months after release or so?), and I also cannot live without a great camera, screen, and specs. So, if I decide for sure against the 3 XL, I'll just wait until the 4 XL. I mean, the 2 XL is AWESOME, sooo, not exactly a reason to jump ship yet. We'll see.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] 96carboard:
Your question doesn't make any sense, since it wrongly assumes that there is any point in changing phones from a 2xl.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] jerryhou85:
I'll wait for future Pixel XL phone without a notch... If that never happens, I'll keep using my Pixel 2 XL...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Nichie:
I'll hang on to the P2XL for at least 2 generations

Dont have a habit of changing phones so often.

Went from Nexus 5 - OnePlus One - P2XL
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] humdrum2009:
Pixel 4 XL with removable SD card Unlocked bootloader

256 GB storage

headphone jack

DAC support

no notch

i can only dream lol
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] bkdodger:
I'm holding onto my 2XL but always looking at options... [emoji2]

I've seen OnePlus 6T mentioned here and just saw a report it might be launching on T-Mobile in October if all gets approved...

LG G7
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] jmartin72:
I'll be hanging on to my Pixel 2XL for the foreseeable future. My next phone will be the next Google made phone with a large screen, and no notch!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] galaxys:
Read today that T-Mobile will be carrying the OnePlus 6T in October...this has my attention!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] DJBhardwaj:
Any decent flagship, if Google doesn't ditch the ugly notch. Quoting from a recent Android Central piece - "Notches on a display are stupid and lazy. They are a stop-gap because a company hasn't figured out a way to do what it wants to do while providing an unspoiled display area.".
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] fiffan86:
Before thise news, I was going to wait for the pixel 4 XL

Now I'm interested to see if it comes true
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] fdgd1998:
I'd keep the Pixel 2 XL for at least 2021, it stops receiving updates on October 2020. Pixel 3 doesn't see to be promising, also I don't like the big notch it will have.

I got the Pixel 2 XL one week ago (I was waiting for the prices to drop a bit) and I'm very happy with it. One of the best smartphones.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] iamaniff:
Me too.. same with you..
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Maxikinq:
still love my p2xl, so i go on with it also dislike the notch hope for the Pixel 4 that it has the fingerprint in screen thats a feature i really want to have. Also thinking about one of the crazy china phones out there with 2 Sim slots or maybe a broken iPhone 7 Plus to repair and use it for my second sim. Let`s see what kind of smartphones we will see :D
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] matekaneve:
Good to see you here. I remember you from the HTC10 forums. I got my p2xl in June after HTC stupidly decided not to release the u12+ on contract deals in the UK... I was thinking to get the pixel 3, but couldn't stop myself and went for the 2xl. I didn't regret it and I will never look back... I love this phone and will definitely keep it for at least another 2 years. I want to see what they will offer in the upcoming years on the pixel field. ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] domineus:
Part of me wants to jump back to the iPhone XS in the fall. Here are some of the caveats:

1. The camera - head to head pixel 2 xl takes consistently better shots than the iPhone. This has been the case since the debut of the original Pixel and it's gotten better. Granted I would've loved a two lens setup for the rear camera on the pixel 3, I am curious to see what the pixel 3 does with the camera. I mean if it uses a great sensor, maybe the pixel is worth a buy. Who knows?

2. Android Messages on web - I love the convenience of this feature! I was constrained to using Apple products for handoff (including the SMS features) but to open chrome and respond to text messages, that's a massive win

3. Custom theming on P - I have black mode on my pixel 2 xl with Android P. Apple has yet to even begin utilizing a system dark mode. Whilst it requires root, it is still convenient.

4. Gboard - it's pretty excellent on Android. On iOS it is not so great. I am more likely to use the original iOS ime rather than gboard.

5. Youtube vance - I subscribe to youtube red and I still prefer the features used by youtube vanced. I don't get that on iOS and the solutions require jailbreak (which is a pro and a con).

On the other hand I can see the allure of going back to apple ecosystem and it depends on use case. But I think it's important to really exercise caution with this. These devices are going to be expensive. Hopefully there's some function with the massive notch of the pixel 3 xl
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Pauloeder:
HTC U12/ Note 9
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] dmb219:
Those are solid reasons to stay with Android. I use Android Auto and Google Maps for travel, that is a must have. I use Drive and Docs, Photos, Keep, GMail, all available on iphone but way inferior. My wife uses an iphone. It's nice and some wouldn't be without one but it's not for me. I sold my P2XL to try an S9+. Will be selling that & going back to a Pixel, prob 3XL.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] dontbeweakvato:
I definitely will get a 3xl. People always complain about leaked devices before their release because they are better device engineers than Google.

But the s10 should be the epitome of a perfect Samsung device.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] zetsumeikuro:
With the huge letdown that the Pixel 3 XL is appearing to be I'll just wait till the 4. I don't really see anything that catches my eye sadly was hoping to see the Essential 2 but well that probably will never happen RIP. Innovation is pretty stale and I do hope that Google doesn't go on the "Let's just keep copying Apple so hopefully get more customer's" trend.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] itzik_man:
Most defiantly not the pixel 3! I will stay (maybe), another year or two with the pixel 2 xl then go back to Samsung (although I dislike theirs slow updates), to the s10. I was a Samsung user since the s4 and the Pixel was the first try of another brand (on which I never regret).
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] kEvinErd:
Just curious.. why do you say those Google apps you listed are inferior on the iPhone? I actually find some Google apps better on the iPhone.

For instance, dark mode for YouTube arrived on iOS first. Hangouts on iOS comes with features not present on Android. Animations animate when in album view in Google Photos on iOS, whereas they stay static on Android.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nileshwagholikar:
Other than screen, i don't have anything to complaint about Pixel 2 XL. I have note 8 too. Sometimes I switch to note only coz of screen. It has one of the best screen. Rest nothing can beat Pixel 2 XL.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] samteeee:
I'll never sell any Pixel devices that I buy! I still have my "Nexus One"!

But TBH, I'll stick with my P2XL & 1+6 for a while and will buy the P3XL

a bit later down the road when/if I can get a promo/discount!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] fdgd1998:
Yeah, my previous phone was the HTC 10, and I was thinking about getting the U12+, but as HTC is going down and down, I didn't wanted to buy another phone of the same brand.

I wanted the Pixel 2 XL since last year, I like how Google supports the software side. Also, many of the bugs that the phone had are gone. Now the Pixel 2 XL is worth it for sure.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] :
I'm not getting a new phone until they move on from this ugly AF notch trend.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] nileshwagholikar:
I will plan to upgrade to Pixel 3XL if screen is better than Pixel 2 XL. I love the camera of Pixel, I have iPhone X and Note 8 too. Still enjoy clicking photos from Pixel 2 XL.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] dramake:
Hoping that my 2XL will last a couple of years. So another year to go.

After that I'll see what the market has to offer. Pixel 4 will be the first option to consider.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] ChrisAC84:
I ordered another Pixel 2 XL. Had switched back to Samsung, but decided to go with Google again. So rather than pay 1000+ for a Pixel 3, I just got another Pixel 2 XL instead. I'll get the 4 next year, if it either a) has more RAM or b) has no notch
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] dnalevelc:
I love my Pixel 2XL, but I live on Apple devices 95% of the time. I'm going to get the next iPhone X phone. I'm going to say it and I don't want to.....I need iMessage.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] siggey:
If that's all you need, you can simply use weMessage

https://wemessageapp.com
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] gianton:
Probably will get the Pixel 3 (not XL) due to size and body to screen ratio. Amoled display is also a plus but I may keep my 2XL, I'm very happy with it.

I hate notches on recent devices and will try to skip them for as long as possible.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] dnalevelc:
It's not the deciding factor, it's just o e of the main ones. Since I'm in the ecosystem having my apps, iCloud, and iMessage work across all devices is a huge bonus.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] fdgd1998:
I only like one notch: the one that the P20 has. The notch on the Pixel 3 XL, is horrible...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] AaronGavin:
I'm pretty happy with my Pixel 2 XL but I want to see what the Pixel 3 non XL will be because it has no notch, I may end up getting that if my 2xl breaks for some reason
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] highvista:
My Nexus 6P with replaced battery is still working well, but I'd like to upgrade while it is still in good shape so I have a spare. I'll probably go for the Pixel 3 XL, as long as the screen width isn't significantly less than that of the 6P. I'm not crazy about the notch, but since it's just where I have bezel now on the 6P, I figure I'm not losing anything.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Colchiro:
We purchased a Pixel & XL when it came out and traded them for the Pixel2 & 2XL on release. I haven't seen anything I "gotta have" on the 3 yet. Most likely we'll sit this one out for now.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] SE7EN-:
I plan on keeping the Pixel 2 XL. I've had every phone under the sun since the existence of android and to be honest I'm tired of giving T-Mobile money just to have the latest and greatest. I have a Galaxy J3 Prime as a backup and my Verizon KYOCERA DuraForce PRO work phone.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] le0.br4zuc4:
Note 9 8GB of RAM will be mine
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Gizmoe:
The 6T looks pretty promising. Minus the notch. But for about 1/2 the price of other flagships the 6T is the only phone worth buying in 2018 IMO. I really hope they ditch the notch though.