Google confirms Verizon will handle updates

[shamefulzero]

Bloatware and updates on Verizons pixels?

Are the updates coming from google like a nexus? Will there be verizon bloatware on they're version?

 

[anon(847090)]

Re: Bloatware and updates on Verizons pixels?

Are the updates coming from google like a nexus? Will there be verizon bloatware on they're version?

I am expecting ZERO bloatware from Verizon model. heck they made verizon not put their logo at the back. The update come directly from google just like Nexus

Updates I am not quite sure yet but i think google made deal with Verizon to give faster updates for exclusivity.
even with more control from verizon on nexus 6, they manage to have the least bloat

 

[swebb]

Re: Bloatware and updates on Verizons pixels?

I don't see any VZ bloat either. I expect Google to control the software same as Apple does.

 

[Sergio Abreu]

Re: Bloatware and updates on Verizons pixels?

Spoke to a verizon rep who informed me that there will be no additional software to the phone on their end. So as far as bloatware there will be none. According to the rep.

 

[Almeuit]

Re: Bloatware and updates on Verizons pixels?

There is no bloat on the VZW Pixel.

 

[Flyer00]

Re: Bloatware and updates on Verizons pixels?

If there is no additional bloat from VZW, do we know if they will have to "approve" each update? There should be no need now. As long as the phone makes a good faith attempt to download updates on WiFi, let's hope VZW will not hold back updates.

 

[vlok16]

Re: Bloatware and updates on Verizons pixels?

I doubt that there will be no bloatware, I have had a few Droids on VZW and while I know that's not a "Google" phone, there is always unnecessary software. Granted, they have been the closest to a pure Android experience and I can disable the VZW bloat (do I really need Verizon GPS in this day and age?????) but it would be nice to not have them taking up space.

 

[ClusterPuck]

Re: Bloatware and updates on Verizons pixels?

The VZW phone will come with 3 installed apps that I know of: My Verizon, GO90, and VZW Messages. It has been reported that you can uninstall these apps. In addition the booloader will not be able to be unlocked.

Updates and patches will come through VZW, which means there is risk they wont come as fast as google.

What I am trying to find out is wifi calling, will that be enabled on vzw if the phone is bought from google.

 

[ClusterPuck]

Re: Bloatware and updates on Verizons pixels?

Not true -

Verizon's Google Pixel model may not get fast Android updates - Business Insider

Plus sales support confirmed there will be apps on the phone, but could not give me a list.

 

[anon(98335)]

Re: Bloatware and updates on Verizons pixels?

this is another reason i'm not taking chances to buy from VZW... i hate to see the phone came with VZW bloatware...

 

[anon(847090)]

Re: Bloatware and updates on Verizons pixels?

The VZW phone will come with 3 installed apps that I know of: My Verizon, GO90, and VZW Messages. It has been reported that you can uninstall these apps. In addition the booloader will not be able to be unlocked.

Updates and patches will come through VZW, which means there is risk they wont come as fast as google.

What I am trying to find out is wifi calling, will that be enabled on vzw if the phone is bought from google.

whats ever u said is wrong. google gets u the update and not verizon

 

[popezaphod]

Re: Bloatware and updates on Verizons pixels?

I am most likely going to get the Pixel XL via Edging Up from my DROID Turbo. I don't want bloatware, but I can tolerate it.

 

[DenverRalphy]

Re: Bloatware and updates on Verizons pixels?

As a VZW user who's been burned before with their last Nexus offering, I plan on purchasing the Pixel unlocked from Google and then swap my nano-sim over.

My GNex experience with VZW wasn't what people hoped or expected. Updates were turtle slow, and had plenty of bloat. Luckily back then I was a root/rom junkie, so I was able to mitigate the problem. But today I'm just too lazy to do that anymore.

 

[projektorboy]

Re: Bloatware and updates on Verizons pixels?

I remember when people screamed and cried from the rooftops about the VZW Gnex having carrier bloat. Turns out it was over Verizon helpfully including 2-3 VZW-centric apps which apparently turned those phones into unstable shaky messes, as far as those users were concerned.

 

[Sturm Rider]

Re: Bloatware and updates on Verizons pixels?

I will just buy it from Google store and activate it on Verizon. Then no worries about bloatware or updates.

 

[TiMar99]

Re: Bloatware and updates on Verizons pixels?

I will just buy it from Google store and activate it on Verizon. Then no worries about bloatware or updates.

I agree, but there has been a lot of info. that going that route will cause issues with VZ vs. buying direct from them. Any thoughts?

 

[Almeuit]

Re: Bloatware and updates on Verizons pixels?

But today I'm just too lazy to do that anymore.

Likewise .

 

[Ry]

Re: Bloatware and updates on Verizons pixels?

I suggest people do their research on the beginnings of Android. It was essentially planned as an OS for carriers.

The Verizon Pixel is the original vision realized.

 

[DenverRalphy]

Re: Bloatware and updates on Verizons pixels?

I agree, but there has been a lot of info. that going that route will cause issues with VZ vs. buying direct from them. Any thoughts?

What info are you referring to? A year ago perhaps. But today it's easy peasy. VZW has been a lot easier to deal with since they separated device sales from carrier service.

 

[Ryano89]

Re: Bloatware and updates on Verizons pixels?

whats ever u said is wrong. google gets u the update and not google

"Google gets you the update not google" what?