Who likes their Pixel 2 XL, let's hear about it

[ActualMichael]

I don't love this phone, but I do like it an awful lot.

My main complaints are that the front of the phone has very strange proportions and so it don't find it very attractive in the way that Samsung or LG's flagships are this year. The speakers, while loud, are kind of disappointing in quality. The biggest issue, however, is the screen color. Not the blue shift when held at and angle, but the actual color temperature of the screen. I probably only notice it because I work in lighting design and so I'm much more aware of light in general, but this screen is tuned way cold. Whites look almost blue-ish, even with out the color shift from tilting the screen.

 

[firebirder]

Mine is great! No regrets. Tried of all the stories trashing the phone, but I understand it's a numbers thing for the site.

 

[Mike Dee]

2XL... Who's happy with their phone?

I'm looking for actual owners of the 2XL who are happy with their phone and don't have any real issues. I don't consider minor blue shift an issue by the way, but mine is pretty good.
What do you like about this phone?

The fast updates are given but I'm really liking the speedy responsiveness of this baby.
The battery life is fantastic and I actually don't miss the battery replacement capabilities of my V20.
Speaking of the V20 I actually don't really miss the quad DAC all that much because the audio on this phone is pretty damn good. It's not as loud as the v20 but you can't have everything and worst case scenario I can always add a different external DAC or amp but so far I'm good the way it is. I think the key with the audio on this phone is a good set of earbuds or headphones and you'll find that it is a great experience compared to the average phone.

The camera is incredible despite having only auto mode but it gets just about everything right so I really don't find manual mode a necessity but when I do I guess I'll just rely on an external app. This is the first smartphone camera that I actually love and feel that I probably will leave my DSLR and point-and-shoots sitting in my drawer most of the time. I can't believe how fast the autofocus works in video mode going from different objects and distances it's actually incredible and I think they did something in the update to make it even faster though I can't figure out why there was a need.
I'm sure there's other things I left out so help me out here and post your positive comments.
As you can tell I'm really loving this phone and I'm loving the panda.

 

[arav24]

Re: 2XL... Who's happy with their phone?

I'm loving the big screen,(coming from a 5 inch pixel) loud speakers, buttery performance, and the fantastic battery life. The blue tint is noticeable if I turn my phone a bit but like most people I use my phone straight on.

 

[gabbott]

Re: 2XL... Who's happy with their phone?

My 2 XL replaced my XL from last year. I love it. Battery life is noticeably better than last years. I have no issues with the screen. I used last year's XL with sRGB on and like the more natural colors vs over saturated. I also like having more screen real estate due to the longer aspect ratio.

 

[arav24]

Re: 2XL... Who's happy with their phone?

The wish they added the option to turn on squeeze for Google Assistant while in immersive mode. Other than that I'm very happy with this device.

 

[Mike Dee]

Re: 2XL... Who's happy with their phone?

The wish they added the option to turn on squeeze for Google Assistant while in immersive mode. Other than that I'm very happy with this device.

I'm not sure what immersive mode is.

 

[arav24]

Re: 2XL... Who's happy with their phone?

I'm not sure what immersive mode is.

It's basically when you hide the navbar and the notification bar. I have my navbar disabled and am using pie controls.

 

[Aquila]

Re: 2XL... Who's happy with their phone?

*raises hand*

 

[Mike Dee]

Re: 2XL... Who's happy with their phone?

It's basically when you hide the navbar and the notification bar. I have my navbar disabled and am using pie controls.

Thanks

 

[sulla1965]

I had the pixel 2, returned it due to its small size and went with pixel 2 xl, enjoyed both. The pixel 2 XL has functioned beyond my expectations. The blue tint issue has been a non issue for me.

 

[Jeremiah Bonds]

Re: 2XL... Who's happy with their phone?

I am.

 

[Mike Dee]

Re: 2XL... Who's happy with their phone?

I am.

What do you think of the audio?

 

[osubeavs728]

Re: 2XL... Who's happy with their phone?

I'm loving mine and have been recommending it to everyone I can.

coming from the XL1 the batter life is far and away better. I like the form factor better, the color way (panda) is stupid awesome, and man I missed front facing speakers!

 

[Guyinbox]

Re: 2XL... Who's happy with their phone?

Loving it so far. I miss the swappable battery from the v20 a little, but battery life has been so good that it's been a non issue so far. I actually miss the ir blaster more lol. The blue shift is noticable at an angle, but the viewing angles on the v20 were probably even worse (the screen would get really dim at an angle.) Overall i like the screen way more than the v20 and am glad to have an oled panel again.

Having 2 young kids, the camera on this phone is worth overlooking any minor issues I'd have. The autofocus speed compared to the v20 is night and day.

I'm glad I went to Verizon and played with the xl instead of just writing it off because of all the "issues" people were having. I'd have no problem telling someone this phone sucks if it actually did, but it's been rock solid for me. The 2 year warranty really sold me on it. If something goes wrong, I'll send it in and get a new one.

 

[TeamSeven]

Re: 2XL... Who's happy with their phone?

Going on three weeks with my XL and I 'm very happy with it. Battery life, smooth app opening, and the Google Assistant is the bomb. The best part is pair my Bluetooth speakers and headphones has been so easy I was kinda surprised. The photos I taken with the photo has been great. So great, my bosses thought I brought a camera into work with the pictures of stuff I'm been repairing in my shop. Glad I did stick it out got this phone instead of the V30.

 

[csiguy1]

I agree, best phone ever imho.

 

[dsignori]

Re: 2XL... Who's happy with their phone?

Mine is pretty great so far

 

[bhatech]

Re: 2XL... Who's happy with their phone?

Mine as been great, no issues. I always prefer Pixel as my Android daily driver anyway so not surprising the stuff in Pixel works great for me. Best camera, even prefer it over my iPhone X, software wise best Android experience I can get with monthly updates and first platform updates. Obviously screen is not the best out there but it still looks great IMO just not the best.
My only issue was deciding between 2 XL and Pixel 2 but finally settled for 2 XL.

 

[KillerQ]

Re: 2XL... Who's happy with their phone?

Throw any issues you want at me, I still wouldn't trade this Pixel 2 XL for anything!