Google Pixel 2 XL 64GB
The Google Pixel 2 XL is the upsized version of the Pixel 2 - a six-inch display compared to five inches. But what other big things does the Pixel 2 XL bring us?
Optimum Android Performance
Reviews from industry events launching the Pixel 2 XL rave about the new Android Oreo, the new Operating System which takes smartphone performance to a remarkable new level. According to some, this new Pixel smartphone is how Android should operate in its purest form.
Speed...Lots Of Speed
The Snapdragon chipset, combined with 4 GB of RAM, combine to make the Pixel 2 XL a very fast phone, noticeably speedier than many other smartphones occupying the higher end of the market.
Always On Is Always Handy
A smaller feature, but a most welcome one, is the Always On feature, which means you can see the time and other notifications without having to tap the screen.
Crystal Clear P-OLED Display
One of the big advantages of upsizing to the Pixel 2 XL is the enhanced resolution of the P-OLED display. Its 2,880 x 1,440 resolution equals a crystal-clear display, something to keep in mind if things like virtual reality gaming apps are on your wish list.
Not Dual-Lens, But Dual Pixel
The Pixel camera is being lauded as one of the best, if not THE best, on the smartphone market. While the cameras are not dual-lens, technological features like dual-pixel for a stunning depth effect, means that the rave reviews for these cameras are justified.
Keeping Dust and Water Out
Protecting all the grand features in the upsized Pixel 2 XL is improved dust and water resistance.
A newer model Google Pixel 3 XL 128GB was released in August 2018.
Reviews
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Google Pixel 2 XL review: Solid performance, spectacular camera
It hasn’t been the kind of start Google would have anticipated with the Pixel 2 smartphones. They can’t be called teething troubles exactly but in its defence, the review unit we got didn’t suffer from most of the reported issues and problems.
In case you skipped right to the conclusion, here's what you need to know. There aren't a ton of things that separate the Pixel 2 from the Pixel 2 XL, so the model you choose will most likely depend on whether you want a big or small screen.
- Best-in-class camera All-day battery life IP67 certified Loud and clear front-facing speakers Easy-to-use and practical Android experience Fluid
- quick performance Google is finally good at designing smartphones 64 GB of base storage Active Edge is very useful
- The Pixel 2 feels like the lesser option due to large bezels Pixel 2 XL's display feels like a step down from the Pixel XL's No headphone jack No USB Type-C headphones in the box High price tag While useful
- Active Edge should have more features
Google Pixel 2 XL
Buying a Pixel 2 XL may be a little out of your comfort zone, because it isn't sold directly by most carriers. But it's worth it. Verizon sells the 64GB Pixel 2 XL directly for $849.99 or $35.41 per month. But that model has bloatware and a locked bootloader.- Excellent battery life
- Terrific low-light camera performance
- Elegant Google software
- Great build
- No headphone jack or microSD card slot
- Lacks Band 71 for expanded T-Mobile coverage
- Screen quality has caused drama
Google Pixel 2 XL review
Google has come a long way since the days of Nexus smartphones. This is only the second iteration of the Google Pixel and it shows how much Google's software and hardware have evolved in the past year. Both Pixel smartphones got a refined, yet simpler appearance.
Google Pixel 2 XL review: Promising phone with new caveats
A bigger, sharper screen and thinner bezels make the Pixel 2 XL the more desirable Google phone, but some early units have been dogged by screen issues. Editors' note: This review was originally published Oct. 17, 2017 at 6 a.m. PT. It was updated on Oct. 23 detailing the Pixel 2 XL's screen burn-in issue, on Oct. 25 with further observations and Google's initial remarks, and on Oct. 26 with the company's follow-up statement detailing a software fix and extended two-year warranty.- The Pixel 2 XL perks up the already excellent Pixel 2 with more screen space
- It has a fantastic camera, waterproofing and the Google Lens feature that helps you learn more about the world around you.
- The camera's Portrait Mode doesn't work as smoothly as its competitors' dual camera
- Its battery doesn't last as long as others in its caliber and the phone has no headphone jack or wireless charging
- The displays on some handsets have irksome screen problems.
Google Pixel 2 XL (64GB, Just Black) - Grade (Excellent) review
Under the hood there aren’t that many differences between the Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL. I don’t hate bezels and don’t love big screens, so I placed an order for the smaller model. But I totally get why some folks would prefer the Pixel 2 XL.
Google Pixel 2 XL (64GB, Just Black) - Grade (Excellent) review
It’s really hard to throw shade at the Pixel 2 or Pixel XL 2, at least on paper. Display issues aside for the select few users of the Pixel XL 2, the general consensus seems to be that these phones are winners.
Google Pixel 2 XL (64GB, Just Black) - Grade (Excellent) review
It was just a few short weeks ago that we saw Google unveil its latest products at the Made By Google event, and while Google unveiled many products at the show, the biggest interest continues to be around its own Pixel line of phones.
Google Pixel 2 XL review: A conflicted second coming
Google stepped away from the Nexus family in 2016 and launched the Pixel smartphones, adopting the line of the previous Chromebook Pixel and Pixel C and presenting a Google-designed premium product. The Pixel 2 XL is the second-gen, looking to replace one of our favourite 2016 phones.- Waterproofing
- solid build
- good battery performance
- great camera performance in most conditions
- movies look great on the display
- Display looks dull and lifeless in most conditions
- design doesn't make best use of space
- no 3.5mm headphone socket
- camera white balance inconsistencies
- hardware will soon be outdated
Google Pixel 2 XL review: The best Android phone you can buy
- Amazing camera
- super-fast
- stock Android software
- Google Assistant is consistently useful
- unobtrusive
- Expensive
- no headphone jack
- Pixel 2 looks dated
- Pixel XL 2 POLED display not as good as OLED
