Congrats, I took a long time to eventually settle on this phone so I probably wont see it until November.
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Google Pixel 2 - answers are coming Oct 4th
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Congrats, I took a long time to eventually settle on this phone so I probably wont see it until November.
OldGangWarily
Member
Google Store is saying 19th/20th but OnTrac is saying EOD tomorrow? I'd super happy if true!
FallingEdge
Member
Mine is being shipped on Oct 23. Should be here just in time for Mario.
Same here.
whitemex88
Member
i haven't received a shipped notice but i paid for the express shipping and have a delivery date of 19-20. I'm going on vacation this sunday and this shit is giving me anxiety
and any good cases? i haven't put a case on my phones since my first smartphone 7 years ago. i dunno whats good
and any good cases? i haven't put a case on my phones since my first smartphone 7 years ago. i dunno whats good
Darth Karja
Member
My wife's has shipped, but mine hasn't. They are supposed to be here the 19th or 20th.
AyaisMUsikWhore
Member
Was this ever in doubt? The pixel last year was the same despite all the doom and gloom the android thread constantly talks about. It's not a huge seller but it's easily without a question, the best Android device and that's a fact 💅🏾
It's remains unbothered. No headphone jack and all lol
andthebeatgoeson
Junior Member
Got mine. Will be here on Thursday. But i ordered the black because no really blue was available and panda looks tacky. I ordered quickly the day of the conference (got my notification email at 1:32pm) and got the less attractive version (allegedly) but I'll be excited to open it up on Thursday.
DirgeExtinction
Member
Ordered mine on 10/4 around 6:30pm EST. Order page says it'll ship on 10/23 and should be delivered 10/26-10/27 
Crimson_Gold
Member
Mine gets here tomorrow. Working from home so I can sign for it
Ordered within a couple hours of the event on 10/4, not shipping 'til 10/24
Black Pixel 2 XL
I ordered DURING the event and mine is shipping on Oct 30 :/
Got it through the Fi store.
It's also one of the few phones that works on Project Fi and I pay like 25 to 30 dollars a month for service. Stock Android plus low monthly recurring fees to use phone and I'll be staying with Google line of phones for a long time.
Jonsoncao
Banned
Can you post an impression of the fabric case here? I am still hesitating to pull the trigger on that one, since I feel the fabric one might be too large.
modernlifeisANDY
Member
Ordered mine day of but through Verizon. Black XL was an arrival of Oct. 25 but I wanted panda so it will be here 11/1.
BeforeU
Oft hope is born when all is forlorn.
I expected nothing less from the reviews. I wish I could just sell my S8+ and get this.
But I don't feel like wasting money atm. I got my S8+ for like $550. But I am genuinely excited for the future of this brand. They really going head to head with iPhone with their custom SOC for camera and neat AI features, this is exactly what most of the android fans want. Best version of Android on highend device from Google themselves.
But I don't feel like wasting money atm. I got my S8+ for like $550. But I am genuinely excited for the future of this brand. They really going head to head with iPhone with their custom SOC for camera and neat AI features, this is exactly what most of the android fans want. Best version of Android on highend device from Google themselves.
Taco_Human
Member
My order still says shipping today with no confirmation. Guess I'm not getting it this week.
So some of you may recognize my name from the iPhone X thread, but I did a complete 180 and ordered a 2 XL. After living with a OnePlus 3T and then switching back to a 5S, I just couldn't readjust to Apple's constricting ecosystem.
My house is all Google, so I'm super excited to get my new phone next Wednesday.
My house is all Google, so I'm super excited to get my new phone next Wednesday.
Tom Nook Sawyer
Member
Waaait how are people getting their Pixels already?! I ordered before the conference was even over and it's not shipping til Nov 15th! Is it because I went with the Oreo one? Or is there a chance it'll ship before the stated ship date?
andthebeatgoeson
Junior Member
Panda is the worse pixel
Yup, Engadget states the same:
Possible to improve the camera? If they keep giving good prices on used phones, i may yearly update.
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Deleted member 465307
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Any recommendations for a case? I ordered a white Pixel 2 that won't be arriving for a few weeks, so I have some time to pick one out.
More than likely. I'm also wondering if this could enable 4k 60 fps recording, though I highly doubt it. Hmm... It seems strange google made its own custom CPU for the camera but didn't talk about it during the conference and isn't enabled yet.
I would highly recommend this Spigen case because it isn't as expensive as the ones from the google store: http://a.co/2HuL43A
However, I'm getting a wallet case until the one a gaffer linked here comes back in stock: http://a.co/i7Ml11q
I will also get a clear case only because I got a really cool d-brand skin for my pixel:
http://a.co/1molkcx
However if I had to choose one it would be the spigen one. I just can't see myself paying 50+ for a google case unless it's the leather wallet case.
It's also super solid, loved spigen. Got one for my nexus 6p and it was a solid case.
Most reviews are saying the video quality is really good?
I'm really impressed by the audio quality of the 2XL
EdwardTivrusky
Member
Just got confirmation of my Pixel 2 delivery tomorrow, woohoo! I was a bit worried as i had to cancel then re-order so that EE could apply my discount code but it all seems to be turning out fine. Now i just need to find a case and i'm set, first new phone in nearly 4 years so i'm quite looking forward to it
casnix
Member
Yeah, looks like I won't be getting my case until this Monday now for some reason. My phone is still on track for today by the end of the day though.
TarpitCarnivore
Member
Just had my Pixel 2 show up at work (for testing/demo purposes) and I gotta say, between the hardware and Android 8 I am very much considering going back to Android.
andthebeatgoeson
Junior Member
Got mine yesterday. Just set it up due to work.
The screen tint is noticable. Mostly on white backgrounds.
I got the black xl. Looks nice. I keep picking it up and not knowing which side is which or having to turn it around. It's weird. I haven't picked up the tactile cues.
It's the first time a transfer remembered my app positions, the number of pages i have, etc. It seems without a hitch but i came from the pixel 1 XL.
Google should have anticipated selling the clear case earlier. I hope i don't drop this thing in a week.
They still don't have their screen protector available.
The screen tint is noticable. Mostly on white backgrounds.
I got the black xl. Looks nice. I keep picking it up and not knowing which side is which or having to turn it around. It's weird. I haven't picked up the tactile cues.
It's the first time a transfer remembered my app positions, the number of pages i have, etc. It seems without a hitch but i came from the pixel 1 XL.
Google should have anticipated selling the clear case earlier. I hope i don't drop this thing in a week.
They still don't have their screen protector available.
The Cowboy
Member
Pixel 2 Durability Test! - Scratch and BEND tested
Not really that impressed for the highest end Android (it should be leading the pack), they really messed up with the location of the antenna line as it didn't take much to put a break in the side - also colour (from denim etc) can transfer to the plastic coating (and this is actually listed in the spec sheet).
Not really that impressed for the highest end Android (it should be leading the pack), they really messed up with the location of the antenna line as it didn't take much to put a break in the side - also colour (from denim etc) can transfer to the plastic coating (and this is actually listed in the spec sheet).
Shake Appeal
Member
Having lived with this thing for 24 hours now, I love everything about it except the blue tint. It's less noticeable in bright lighting and on nonwhite backgrounds, but oh boy is it noticeable.
I guess the hardware is disappointingly "standard" otherwise, but it really does feel like a "smart" phone in a way others do not. There are just so many nice touches to how it works and how you interact with it.
I guess the hardware is disappointingly "standard" otherwise, but it really does feel like a "smart" phone in a way others do not. There are just so many nice touches to how it works and how you interact with it.
roflwaffles
Member
I would say the Pixel 2 XL would currently be hands-down the best Android phone if it wasn't for the blemish that is the screen issue. Th screen issue does put it on a level where it has competition IMO. I tried it at the store the other day and everything about the phone feels fantastic aside from the muted colors and the viewing angles.
Unfortunately TMobile doesnt offer this on JOD or else I'd consider jumping from my current Note 8, although my Note is still great.
Unfortunately TMobile doesnt offer this on JOD or else I'd consider jumping from my current Note 8, although my Note is still great.
Commanche Raisin Toast
Member
This makes me happy considering my US G6 didn't have the high quality audio chip in it like the EU version.
Just got my Pixel 2 (non-XL because I dislike big phones and have no issue w/ the fat bezels)... I'm kinda bummed that the Google brand woven case is more slick than I expected. I was hoping the texture would have a bit more grip.
Can anyone recommend some inexpensive (but not terrible quality) USB-C cables? I am pretty surprised how short the one is that came with the phone and the fact that it is USB-C on both sides, basically rendering the cable useless to me unless I want to specifically plug it in to that wall charger.
I'm also looking for a quality glass screen protector, since the Verizon brand one I got is already coming up around the edges after a day...
Can anyone recommend some inexpensive (but not terrible quality) USB-C cables? I am pretty surprised how short the one is that came with the phone and the fact that it is USB-C on both sides, basically rendering the cable useless to me unless I want to specifically plug it in to that wall charger.
I'm also looking for a quality glass screen protector, since the Verizon brand one I got is already coming up around the edges after a day...
Yeah. No one else is worried about this?
That looks pretty easy to damage your phone if it's in a pocket and you put pressure on it just right.
This is what bothers me the most since I was planning to get the panda xl. Id hate to stain the white with denim.
The fabric cases are gorgeous. My wife has the lighter one with her kinda blue pixel 2 and it looks awesome. I have the charcoal color with my black XL and it's gorgeous too. They fit snugly and don't interrupt the squeeze feature. I'm a little worried about accidentally getting them wet, but i guess that would be my fault. They seem very well made.
Got any pics? How do you feel about it getting dirty from just handling it overtime?
Verizon had quite a few. I got mine there.
sorry no pics right now. I don't think dirt or wear and tear would be too bad. The fibers are tightly woven so i don't see them fraying or wearing down easily. Spilling a colorful liquid would probably not go well...it is fabric after all. We've both been complemented on the cases...it's the first thing people notice.