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 (64GB, Just Black) - Grade (Excellent) review
Google has pretty much covered all screen size bases with the second-generation line-up of the Pixel phones. There is the more conventional and comparatively compact design of the Pixel 2, and the completely modern hues in the larger Pixel 2 XL.
Google Pixel 2 XL Smartphone Preview
Google has not become tired of saying that the best combination of hardware, software, and artificial intelligence lies in the new smartphones. Indeed, the Google Pixel 2 XL leaves a very positive impression, especially the camera knows to please, and the new Google Lens feature also works well...
Google Pixel 2 XL (64GB, Just Black) - Grade (Excellent) review
It is no longer news that search engine giant, Google recently unveiled two flagship devices for the year 2017. The two devices are the Google Pixel 2 and Google Pixel 2 XL. We have previously had a look at the Google Pixel 2 and we talked about the major highlight specs, price and where to buy.
Pixel 2 and 2 XL review-The best Android phone you can buy
Welcome to year two of Google Hardware. In 2016, Google jumped into the Android hardware space with its first self-branded device, the Google Pixel . Google's software prowess shined on the Pixel 1, offering up exclusive features like the Google Assistant, the best Android camera thanks to advanced...- Stock Android means you get a cohesive, unified interface in the OS, the Google apps, and the third-party apps, Google's optimizations mean you get unbelievable performance
- This is the smoothest Android phone ever, The aluminum body feels great, and it's more durable than glass, Squeezing to open...
- No 3.5mm headphone jack
- On the Pixel 2 XL
- you get a grainy display that looks bad in the dark and in VR
- Why bother with front-facing speakers when the iPhone does just as well with a bottom-firing speaker
- The smaller Pixel 2's design is downright embarrassing in 2017
In fact, the Google Pixel 2 XL is arguably the best Android smartphone on the market right now thanks to its blazing-fast performance, slick Oreo OS and 12MP single-camera that, somehow, manages to outperform even its highest-specced competitors.
- Great design
- gorgeous OLED display
- blazing-fast performance
- market-leading camera
- decent battery life
- Android Oreo
- No headphone jack
- Active Edge is gimmicky
- poor viewing angles
- the price
When Google released the Pixel last year, it was taking a stand. No longer would Google hardware be tainted with the brands and logos of other companies, even if behind the scenes, Google still needed help from those same companies to actually build its phones.
- Dual front speakers
- pure Android experience No headphone jack
- smaller Pixel 2 still looks clunky and has mediocre battery life
- No headphone jack
- smaller Pixel 2 still looks clunky and has mediocre battery life
Google Pixel 2 XL (64GB, Just Black) - Grade (Excellent) review
- Dual front speakers, pure Android experience
- No headphone jack, smaller Pixel 2 still looks clunky and has mediocre battery life
Google Pixel 2 XL (64GB, Just Black) - Grade (Excellent) review
Ever since the introduction of Android 7 Nougat and even more so with Android 8 Oreo now, battery life test methodology has gotten pretty tricky. Unfortunately, or fortunately as the case may be, Google's operating system is getting more aggressive at killing tasks that are consuming significant...- Great design and build quality, Pure Android Oreo, Break-out general performance, Boots in as little as 10 seconds, Great camera performance and features, Excellent displays, IP67 dust and water resistance
- Pricey, No wireless charging, No legacy headphone jack
Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL review: The best gets (mostly) better
I'm not going to pretend the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL are perfect phones. The removal of the headphone jack is lame, and the smaller Pixel 2 still has too much bezel. I'd also like more control over Active Edge. If you already have always-on "OK Google" configured, the squeeze is a bit redundant.- Performance The Pixel 2 and 2 XL are consistently fast with impressively low touch latency
- Build quality Solid aluminum construction with IP67 water-resistance
- Battery life It's solidly above average
- Software This is Google's vision of Android.
- Design again The 5-inch Pixel 2 has rather large bezels
- There are front-facing speakers embedded in them, but the device just looks a bit clunky, Headphone jack There isn't one on either phone, Camera again This is a minor one, but portrait mode is buggy.
Pixel 2 XL review: A.I. magic on a 6-inch display
You'll want the Google Pixel 2 XL if you're looking for the purest, most elegant Android experience possible in a 6-inch phone. You'll want the Pixel 2 XL if you're looking for a stunning display with an 18:9 aspect ratio, amazing portrait photography, and a ton of surprise-and-delight features made...
