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
While there’s little doubt that the Google Pixel 2 XL provides the goods for Android enthusiasts, it also balances it with a dose of the bads, with hardware issues that will bewilder and confuse, and not necessarily with obvious answers.- The best version of Android on any phone, ever, Feels great in the hands, Water-resistant, One of the best cameras on any phone out there
- Much, much buggier than it should be, Bezels feel bigger than necessary (certainly against the competition), Camera interface is too easy to use (and that isn’t going to be good for everyone), Screen gives blue cast viewed on the side, No wireless charging
Google Pixel 2 XL Review
This is where the Galaxy S8 Plus comes in: it's cheaper and has both of those features and matches the Pixel in just about every area.
Google Pixel 2 XL Review: Great software trapped in a mediocre body
Since its inception, Android has served as an affordable alternative to the iPhone. Being open and scalable, Android runs on a variety of hardware. Android portfolio includes budget, mid-range, and premium phones, which is a great thing.
Google Pixel 2 XL (64GB, Just Black) - Grade (Excellent) review
The Google Pixel 2 XL is available for £629 for the 64GB version sim-free, which is in line with other large screen premium smartphones. The Pixel 2, with its 5inch screen, and £559 sim-free price seems expensive in comparison, without the "Wow" factor of a curved and almost borderless screen.- 6inch 18:9 screen, Optical Image Stabilisation, Dual front speakers, On-line backup till 2020, Portrait mode works well, Easy to use camera
- No headphone socket, No MicroSD slot to expand memory, A little expensive
Dreadful battery life. Gets hot in use.
Before buying this, please Google the many reviews by owners saying that the battery drains really quickly since the upgrade to 8.01 and that it gets hot in use. We only discovered this type of review when we had cause to look for it and we discovered these problems within the first hour or so of...
Long ago in a Galaxy far far away… oh forget them Last Jedi feels, actually not THAT long ago and in this very galaxy, Nokia had launched a device called the Lumia 1020. It boasted some very good hardware and software (Windows Phone was silky smooth, remember?) and had a distinct design.
- Very good camera
- Very good hardware
- Battery life
- Distinct Design
- Slightly washed out display
- Penchant for inconsistent lagging
- Price tag
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.
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
Rather than build two identical Pixels this year, Google decided to make its new small smartphone a little more conservative. Make no mistake: the Pixel 2 is still an incredibly fast phone, and a clean build of Android 8.0 Oreo combined with Google's intelligent features make the device incredibly...
- Excellent performance
- Truly impressive camera
- It's finally water resistant
- Android 8.0 is powerful and accessible
- eSIM works well with Project Fi
- Excellent performance
- Long battery life
- Truly impressive camera
- It's finally water resistant
- Android 8.0 is powerful and accessible
- eSIM works...
- No microSD slot or headphone jack
- Its design feels dated
- Unlimited full-res photo storage only lasts three years
- Middling battery life
- No microSD slot or headphone jack
- There are better big screens out there
- Unlimited full-res photo storage only lasts three years
Google Pixel 2 XL
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.- 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
