Pixel 5 XL?

[Morty2264]

So I've been thinking about the possible delay of the Pixel 5. I'm wondering if it is delayed into 2021 whether Google will extend updates and support for the Pixel 2, given that the upgrade cycle would be extended. I would frankly be OK with that as my 2XL is running great.
The 4a can't come out fast enough though for my wife and daughter, both of whom are rocking a KeyOne with failing batteries. Those KeyOnes have been absolute workhorses for them though.

That would be great if Google extended support due to the fact that the ensuing iteration was being delayed (if that were to happen).

I've heard good things about KeyONE phones! I miss my BlackBerry Q10!

 

[benjamminh]

There are rumors there will be no 5XL. While I wouldn't be getting it anyway I imagine many cell phone enthusiasts would be disappointed.

 

[Mike Dee]

There are rumors there will be no 5XL. While I wouldn't be getting it anyway I imagine many cell phone enthusiasts would be disappointed.

Haven't heard that one.

 

[benjamminh]

Yeah it seems pretty wacky to my but guessing what Google will do who knows..

 

[bhatech]

Haven't heard that one.

https://9to5google.com/2020/07/10/pixel-4a-4a-5g-pixel-5-explained/

 

[Mike Dee]

https://9to5google.com/2020/07/10/pixel-4a-4a-5g-pixel-5-explained/

When I was responding to benjaminh I was thinking Pixel 5 series not so much the XL alone. Anything's possible but I think Google has is definitely steering in a different direction.

 

[bkdodger2]

If they have screen real estate decent enough not too small or large they can release one phone only ...might be a better idea and concentrate one thing

 

[Morty2264]

If they have screen real estate decent enough not too small or large they can release one phone only ...might be a better idea and concentrate one thing

That's a good idea! I usually opt for the smaller version because I enjoy smaller phones and the XL versions are just *too* big... It would be weird not seeing two options avaliable, though!

 

[Mike Dee]

If they have screen real estate decent enough not too small or large they can release one phone only ...might be a better idea and concentrate one thing

It doesn't take a lot of concentration to make 2 phones in two screen sizes.

 

[bkdodger2]

It doesn't take a lot of concentration to make 2 phones in two screen sizes.

We talking about Google here ...not exactly best at it

 

[sulla1965]

is google stepping away from "premium flagships" Are we perhaps seeing a return to the nexus model?

 

[mustang7757]

is google stepping away from "premium flagships" Are we perhaps seeing a return to the nexus model?

Love to see Google Edition phones again

 

[Mike Dee]

is google stepping away from "premium flagships" Are we perhaps seeing a return to the nexus model?

The Nexus model was to let a different OEM make their phone every year and that led to a lot of inconsistencies.

 

[bhatech]

Nexus gets too much of a praise, they were fine nothing special and I love the Pixels more. I would like them keep making flagship phones since that's what I'm interested in

 

[Morty2264]

is google stepping away from "premium flagships" Are we perhaps seeing a return to the nexus model?

It would be cool to see a line similar to the Pixel 3's - maybe a flagship-level 5 and then a mid-range 5a.

 

[Mike Dee]

Nexus gets too much of a praise, they were fine nothing special and I love the Pixels more. I would like them keep making flagship phones since that's what I'm interested in

Nexus was a mixed bag. Not bad phones, just nothing that stood out for me except the 6P.

 

[Morty2264]

Nexus was a mixed bag. Not bad phones, just nothing that stood out for me except the 6P.

I too remember the Nexus 6P. Very Pixel-esque. Awesome-looking phone. Never had the chance to try one out though, unfortunately.

 

[sulla1965]

Nexus was a mixed bag. Not bad phones, just nothing that stood out for me except the 6P.

The pixel 4 was beloved by many

 

[mustang7757]

Nexus was a mixed bag. Not bad phones, just nothing that stood out for me except the 6P.

I liked the 5x and 6p , to bad they had their bootloop and battery problems.

 

[Morty2264]

I liked the 5x and 6p , to bad they had their bootloop and battery problems.

Did the 5 ever bootloop, as well? My Nexus 5's battery was starting to go when I got my LG G3 years ago, but it didn't bootloop.