What are YOUR impressions of the Pixel 3/3 XL?

[Mezzanine7]

We all have different viewpoints.
From my angle I saw the camera changes in hardware and software as massive improvements in something that I thought would be difficult to improve.

I can agree with that. The pixel line up has the best rated camera from what I've seen and heard. For them to take that and push the envelope even further is impressive. I just wonder if they have done enough to make potential buyers turn from Apple or samsung, etc to go to google. I guess time will tell.

 

[RaRa85]

I'm sure it'll be a great phone. that said, it doesn't appeal to me. To me it was bland, and they took a page out of Apple's book by selling you practically the same phone with little tweaks here and there. that said I am looking forward to the reports and feedback and people using the Pixel 3. From what I understand google didn't do so well selling pixels last year(correct me I I am wrong) and with the price I wonder if they can sell more this year.

Two good things I did like was they fixed the display and the front facing stereo speakers are %40 louder than last year's.

Yeah I totally get that. To me it's not that exciting either but it's practical and it just works. Also with Google being able to constantly update the camera, that's a win to me. And of course the support long term. But the form factor is perfect. The camera is regarded widely as the best. Wish they made a few different hardware choices but it is what it is. I really liked it more than I thought I would. The major thing though is the timing. If the Galaxy S10 was available right now that would be my choice but since it's not, Pixel 3 it is and I'll be fine with it for the next couple of years. Plus the added security will make this the perfect phone for running my business.

 

[RaRa85]

We all have different viewpoints.
From my angle I saw the camera changes in hardware and software as massive improvements in something that I thought would be difficult to improve.

But realistically there are no hardware changes in the camera. It's the same hardware from last year. They don't even offer 4k60fps or 1080p240fps recording. The processing chips are new though and I'm excited to see the new Night Sight mode in action.

 

[Mike Dee]

But realistically there are no hardware changes in the camera. It's the same hardware from last year. They don't even offer 4k60fps or 1080p240fps recording. The processing chips are new though and I'm excited to see the new Night Sight mode in action.

You're leaving out the twin frontal cameras which is what I was alluding to in reference to hardware.

 

[RaRa85]

You're leaving out the twin frontal cameras which is what I was alluding to in reference to hardware.

Yeah but that's a given. There was room to make some changes where most people would've preferred: on the rear.

 

[Mike Dee]

Yeah but that's a given. There was room to make some changes where most people would've preferred: on the rear.

I'm not sure what that means "that's a given"
I don't take the frontal improvements for granted. Just adding wide angle alone is pretty good, however the two cameras will be working together to achieve even better results than the 3's predecessors. I would hold off reserving final judgement in either direction until we see what the full potential. As for the rear....yes I would have loved to see a wide angle there, however I believe the software enhancements they made will raise the bar on cellphone photography.

BTW....did you run through the settings on the camera? Anything in the way of manual settings?

 

[RaRa85]

No manual settings but support for RAW+JPEG natively now which is a big plus.

 

[Ethan Grimes]

As much as I love Google and the Pixel brand, after seeing the 3 and 3 XL, I think I'll stick with my 2 XL for a bit longer. Make no mistake, I wouldn't shy away from a 3 XL handed to me, but overall I didn't really feel the changes announced merited dropping the kind of money being asked for what would, to me, be a marginal upgrade from 2 XL.

 

[elav]

Pixel 3 XL.. meh! Ugly notch. In fact, my Pixel 2 tok a good selfies.

 

[Mike Dee]

No manual settings but support for RAW+JPEG natively now which is a big plus.

Cool..... Though I stopped shooting RAW because editing is time consuming and software processing has gotten better, I may pick it up again. Just don't have the time right now

 

[popkurn611]

Ok so my impressions after actually seeing it and testing it out in Best Buy is I gotta have it. The size is perfect. The finish does not feel like glass at all on the Just Black version except for at the top part. It feels really smooth and matte. The audio recording from the camera sounded nice. They didn't have it connected to WiFi so I didn't get to test out the speakers from anything but the short videos I recorded. All in all great experience and I can't wait to have mine. Also if you like weighty phones this one is not for you. Very lightweight but comfortable.//uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181010/b290f6f71856ee395ea1ab7691a90d3a.jpg//uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181010/2e46862ad6892ad0bf2598867e2b1a53.jpg

Is that the 3 or 3XL you are holding? I was thinking 3. How is the display?

 

[Mr Segundus]

but everyone been saying how easily the back is getting scratched

This is why I preordered a dbrand skin for the device. I was watching UrAvgConsumer's Pixel 3 video and the back of Pixel 3 XLs on display were already scratched up.

 

[RaRa85]

Is that the 3 or 3XL you are holding? I was thinking 3. How is the display?

It's the 3 and the display is every bit of gorgeous. Really enjoyed it.

 

[Mike Dee]

This is why I preordered a dbrand skin for the device. I was watching UrAvgConsumer's Pixel 3 video and the back of Pixel 3 XLs on display were already scratched up.

I was thinking of going that route. I actually prefer a clear skin but I'm not seeing any for the 3XL yet

 

[popkurn611]

It's the 3 and the display is every bit of gorgeous. Really enjoyed it.

Nice, hoping my best buy or Verizon store has it on display. Did you end up preordering?

 

[RaRa85]

Nice, hoping my best buy or Verizon store has it on display. Did you end up preordering?

I applied for the Google financing so I'll see if I'm approved in a couple of days.

 

[popkurn611]

I applied for the Google financing so I'll see if I'm approved in a couple of days.

Oh nice. I have the financing card....it's so tempting to preorder. Are you currently on the pixel 2?

 

[stjeffy86]

I am very interested in the software/camera features of the Pixel 3XL. While the notch is pretty large I don't think it will bother me to much.

 

[elav]

Edit: duplicated post.. Sorry

 

[Vega007]

My only impression is the pricing of the smaller Pixel at $799. That is just...insane. I have bought the Pixel 1 and Pixel 2 and will not be buying the 3. Enough is enough with contributing to the greediness of corporate America. Honestly it was bad enough paying $650 (although I have been utilizing the T Mobile $325 credit so I got it for $325). A 23% increase is tough to swallow and I was truly stunned seeing that price bump.