Google Pixel Phones can't be rooted with current methods? Won't boot if system is modified?

[Aquila]

Reading this on XDA that the Pixel phones will provide the below image if it detects any changes to the system partition:

Source: Pixel Phones Not Yet Rootable with Current Methods

I think it's safe to begin to believe that the Pixel line of devices has nothing whatsoever to do with the Nexus line.

 

[anon(9072051)]

I think it's safe to begin to believe that the Pixel line of devices has nothing whatsoever to do with the Nexus line.

Which makes me wonder if any other long-standing bets re. Nexus phones will be called off for the Pixels, especially regarding the beta program and the availability of factory images.

 

[Law2138]

I can see Google making good on their promise to support the next year and half with OS updates on the 6P. Because those 6p owners just might upgrade to a Pixel in 2017 or 18.

Nothing turns a consumer away more than experiencing a company go back on its word because there's no benefit.

 

[Almeuit]

Interesting .. I know some people will hate this. It wouldn't matter to me since I haven't rooted in years.