Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL Pre Order / Shipping Discussion

[Apple2Droid]

Wondering if I should have gone with Verizon. Sounds like they deliver quicker.

I read yesterday that the Verizon versions only get updates through Verizon so, in the end, your wait may be worth it.

 

[Almeuit]

I read yesterday that the Verizon versions only get updates through Verizon so, in the end, your wait may be worth it.

They deliver updates the same time as Google. At least they did for last years Pixel.

 

[Apple2Droid]

They deliver updates the same time as Google. At least they did for last years Pixel.

Oh, ok. I was imagining the worst when I read that.

 

[limitbreak09]

ok im getting really impatient. My P2 supposed to be delivered yesteryday or today but no email regarding tracking no.. Spoke with google support today and they will contact the warehouse and will notify me 1-3 business days... If I buy one from Bestbuy verizon I will get it thursday.... idk anymore lol..

 

[wwwjr]

Well due to Google Support not being able to tell me anything in regards to my 128 GB Panda 2 XL (no charge to finance account, no shipping, no information, etc.) I decided to order a 128 GB Black 2 XL from Verizon. It should be here tomorrow I believe.

If the Panda comes within 14 days I can just return the Verizon one. Sigh. Such a pain that it even came down to this but I would rather have some phone versus sitting in limbo wondering if it will ever move.

Damn dude. Sorry about that. I'm still holding on hope(in my dream world) that it actually comes through. Still no changes though.

 

[Almeuit]

Damn dude. Sorry about that. I'm still holding on hope(in my dream world) that it actually comes through. Still no changes though.

Yeah it is pretty bad. I don't mind delays (I mean they suck but...) not being able to tell me about the order is what bothers me more.

 

[cbreze]

If you order through Verizon do they try to stick you with an upgrade or activation fee? Anyone know for sure?

 

[Almeuit]

If you order through Verizon do they try to stick you with an upgrade or activation fee? Anyone know for sure?

If you go through them -- yep.

 

[cbreze]

If you go through them -- yep.

Damn, I hate playing that game. Guess I'll just wait on Google.

 

[Almeuit]

Damn, I hate playing that game. Guess I'll just wait on Google.

Yeah activation fees suck.

 

[anon(10274434)]

Yeah activation fees suck.

MIGHT be worth the $30,00 IF you could get the phone you wanted before the turn of the century.

Phone Anticipation Therapy can get very expensive - :'(

 

[Ca_lvn]

You guys are referring to activation fee only for Verizon customers correct? This is the first time I bought a carrier phone and I'm not using that carrier

 

[Apple2Droid]

Wow, that was quick, cool. I ordered an unlocked smaller pixel 2 days later than that and was given a 3 week wait to ship. Wish it would just get here. Especially since I took advantage of being able to sell my HTC 10. I’m androidless ATM and using an iPhone 7.

I hate that for you @cbreze–having to use an iPhone . . .

 

[Almeuit]

You guys are referring to activation fee only for Verizon customers correct? This is the first time I bought a carrier phone and I'm not using that carrier

Yeah when you buy through Verizon they charge an activation/upgrade fee of $30. Such as I bought the 128 black and it will charge me $30 next bill.

 

[cbreze]

What a BS fee that activation thing is. It's basically a sim swap. My case won't show up till 2 weeks after the phone as it is so maybe waiting is not so bad. Good things come to those that wait, or so they say. Sure wish there was a better selection of thin cases

 

[Apple2Droid]

ok im getting really impatient. My P2 supposed to be delivered yesteryday or today but no email regarding tracking no.. Spoke with google support today and they will contact the warehouse and will notify me 1-3 business days... If I buy one from Bestbuy verizon I will get it thursday.... idk anymore lol..

Was your card charged?

 

[cbreze]

Yikes $150 more for a pixel 2 on Amazon

 

[Almeuit]

What a BS fee that activation thing is. It's basically a sim swap. My case won't show up till 2 weeks after the phone as it is so maybe waiting is not so bad. Good things come to those that wait, or so they say. Sure wish there was a better selection of thin cases

Yep. Carriers love it though -- extra cash for them.

 

[ezeuzo1]

OnTrac says they delivered my phone. But no phone was delivered. I think the driver stole it.
I worked from home today because I was expecting my 2XL. My desk faces my front side walk. I can see anyone who comes to the front door through my front window.

I got an delivered email from Google but no package. After talking with OnTrac customer support...they are trying to contact the driver to find out what happened. But they said the GPS data on the truck shows it was at my house.
But no package. I checked my neighbors on both sides of me and nothing.

Google is sending out another Black 2XL 64.....

So disappointed in Google for using OnTrac.....I think the driver stole the phone. No other explanation is possible.

Somebody else went through this but they were able to finally find their phone. It was delivered to the wrong house. But he/she kept getting conflicting messages. This OnTrac sounds scary bad! Sorry you had to go through all that mess.

 

[limitbreak09]

Was your card charged?

Order place on oct 21st. Then i got charged on 22nd. Also, the "Cancel order" option got removed on 22nd as well. I just dont get why they put the shipping date and not following it. I ordered the regular P2 128 gb btw.