Just switched from iPhone Xs max

[cactuspete23]

Interesting to see folks switching from Apple to Pixel with Android !

 

[maskedcarrot]

Well I got my Pixel 3 XL today and got it set up. I must say, I am very impressed by it so far. And coming from an iPhone lover, that says a lot.

It runs so smooth and is so clean compared to other Androids. You can see why they call this the iPhone of Androids.

I was wondering how I could adjust back to a fingerprint sensor again, being as I got used to FaceID on my XS Max, but I haven't had any problems adjusting back. Actually I like the way Google implemented it. You just put your finger there and after it authenticates you, it takes you right into the phone. With FaceID on the iPhone, you still have to swipe up after it authenticates your face, which is annoying.

I have read that Google has a built in Visual Voicemail app, but I can't seem to get it working, so I might just have to use the AT&T VM app. Also I am trying to find an email app which is simple and clean like the email app in iOS, and I would prefer one with a Dark Mode. BlueMail seems to be a good one, but they don't give you enough control over things. I don't like the Gmail or MS Outlook apps. Maybe I'll take a look at AquaMail. I hear that it nice.

I got the Google Fabric case for it, but as much as I like it, it is going back. I don't like that there isn't a lip going around the screen. I ordered the Spigen case that I usually get for my iPhones. It's more protective, has a nice lip around the edges, and has a built in kickstand. Now I just have to find time to hit up the Zagg kiosk at the mall and get a tempered glass screen protector put on.

So overall a good first day with it.

 

[TraderGary]

I did the opposite with cases. I grabbed a fabric case at Best Buy just so I would have a stop-gap case while my ordered cases got here. I ended up liking the Google fabric case better and sent the others back.

 

[Jmreekes]

The price tag of iphones alone is enough to turn people off.

It is for me

 

[Bon Hernandez]

That's a lot of money saved for sure. I didn't expect a thread like this to open. Isn't going from iPhone to Android hard because of iMessage?

 

[maskedcarrot]

That's a lot of money saved for sure. I didn't expect a thread like this to open. Isn't going from iPhone to Android hard because of iMessage?

Yes that is probably the main issue for me, being that 98% of the people I text are iPhone users. iMessage is very nice and works great.

I just got my Pixel 3 XL yesterday, and I have already received comments by my friends about the green bubble. Ha

 

[Martin_F]

I switched from the iPhone 7 to Pixel 3.
Had it since launch day and love it!

 

[Bon Hernandez]

It's just a bubble imo, at least they can still message you.

 

[sudi10080109]

My friend was thinking to buy an iphone xs max. but then he thought it's so expensive.

 

[18t]

Yes that is probably the main issue for me, being that 98% of the people I text are iPhone users. iMessage is very nice and works great.

I just got my Pixel 3 XL yesterday, and I have already received comments by my friends about the green bubble. Ha

I'm hoping that the widespread rollout of RCS allows google to finally put out a messaging client that is worthwhile, and I'm hopeful that apple integrates it into imsg.

 

[maskedcarrot]

It's just a bubble imo, at least they can still message you.

Ha. You never heard of blue bubble snobs?

There is a lot of that going around in iPhone circles.

 

[Jon_Cox]

Since the Pixels were released I bounced back and forth between them and iPhones. I was using a Pixel 2XL but the display was just not good enough even though the rest of the phone was fantastic. Still used it! I bought an iPhone XS Max 3 weeks ago and returned it after 4 days. It just was too expensive for the niggles I had with it. Given the boast of working towards software stability it still had a lot. The display was great but I distinctly didn't like FaceID. Unlock and then swipe. Generally I just didn't like that I had to look at the phone. I missed having the ability to unlock my phone while I was pulling it out of my pocket. Also, given the cost I thought the XR camera was actually better than the XS Max, but then the Pixel 2XL was better than both. It was also the simple things: put the Pixel on the Pixel Stand and I've got a great alarm clock. iOS needs more functionality. I feel like it's the phone for social interaction in many ways, while the Pixel is for getting stuff done. That plus Google had the Black Friday sale which was spectacular.

 

[Almeuit]

It's just a bubble imo, at least they can still message you.

Varies from person to person. For someone who may send video a lot that bubble color means a world of a difference.

 

[chezm]

My transition from iOS has been very pain free

That's a lot of money saved for sure. I didn't expect a thread like this to open. Isn't going from iPhone to Android hard because of iMessage?

 

[anon(10092459)]

iOS needs more functionality. I feel like it's the phone for social interaction in many ways, while the Pixel is for getting stuff done.

I kinda share this same sentiment. At least, that's how I feel about both systems.

 

[Wildo6882]

My transition from iOS has been very pain free

I’m hoping for the same thing. Been on iOS for about 3 years now (with some Android devices sprinkled in there).

 

[anon(10092459)]

I’m hoping for the same thing. Been on iOS for about 3 years now (with some Android devices sprinkled in there).

Lol!! OMG... @Wildo6882 you're still in it??

 

[Wildo6882]

Lol!! OMG... @Wildo6882 you're still in it??

I’m bad. For some reason I can’t get out of iOS but I have that Android itch. The price of new Apple devices has really turned me off. It’s a joke what they charge for barely any upgrades.

 

[anon(10092459)]

I’m bad. For some reason I can’t get out of iOS but I have that Android itch. The price of new Apple devices has really turned me off. It’s a joke what they charge for barely any upgrades.

The annual internal battle you deal with every year HAS TO BE maddening..

 

[Wildo6882]

The annual internal battle you deal with every year HAS TO BE maddening..

Annual? Ha! Try daily!! And yes it is!