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  1. Android News

    Pixel and Pixel XL No Longer Available From Google Store

  2. Android News

    Google is crowdsourcing ideas for improving Pixel device settings

    Google is asking the reddit Google Pixel community to provide feedback on the device settings and other additions people would like to see in their phones.
  3. Android News

    Deal: Get a Google Pixel for as low as $280 from Woot

    Woot is offering the Google Pixel and Pixel XL for as little as $300, as long as you're okay with a previously used device.
  4. Android News

    Google will begin certifying Android devices for business use

    Google has announced it will start certifying certain Android smartphones for enterprise use. First up on the list include both generations of Pixel phones, the BlackBerry KEYOne, LG V30 and LG G6 and more.
  5. Android News

    January Android security bulletin is now live for Nexus & Pixel devices

    Google has released new factory and OTA images featuring the January security update for Nexus and Pixel devices.
  6. Android News

    Android 8.1 now rolling out to select phones

    Android 8.1 Developer Preview 2 released just last week and now it seems Android 8.1 Oreo will debut for select phones.
  7. Android News

    Google Lens now rolling out to first-gen Pixel devices

    Google Lens seems to be rolling out to first-gen Pixel and Pixel XL devices.
  8. Android News

    The Pixel’s HDR+ mode originated from Google Glass

    Google has revealed that the HDR+ camera mode on its Pixel phones was originally thought up for Google Glass. Since Google's wearable computer couldn't fit in a large imaging sensor, Google's software team worked on the software so that it could analyze multiple images and merge them together...
  9. Android News

    Google Pixel may be struggling in India

    Industry insiders in India suggest Google is having a rough go at moving Pixel units, with some believing they've only moved anywhere between 10,000 to 30,000 units in the country. The struggles are being pinned on high costs and tough competition.
  10. Android News

    Google Pixel vs OnePlus 3T camera showdown!

    Android Central pits the OnePlus 3T camera versus that of the Pixel XL to determine how well the two devices perform. Does Google really have the best smartphone camera with the Pixel? This video showdown tests that theory.
  11. Glock4545

    Keeping unlimited data on Verizon

    I have a Galaxy note 4 and want to upgrade to the Google pixel XL and keep unlimited data. I am due for a upgrade in Feb. Last time I upgraded I went through Best Buy. Is it possible to still switch the SIM cards or are they different now?
  12. oaklane

    Google Pixel Xl vs Motorola Droid Turbo II

    At the end of February, my Motorola Droid Turbo is up for an upgrade. I between Google Pixel XL and the Motorola Droid Turbo II. My husband has the Droid Turbo II and it's a great phone. My oldest son recommends the Google Pixel XL. The first thing I notice is the difference in the...
  13. J

    Pixel XL Review!

    Hey guys I'm new to the forum's but just wanted to share my video review of the Pixel XL! Tell me what you think please!
  14. P

    GPS fix issues?

    Am I the only one who is absolutely fed up with losing GPS signal for navigation. I was hoping it was just google maps, nope, Waze does it as well. Anything gps related functions like garbage as it never gets a lock. Updated phone earlier and still the same issue. Tried the figure 8 fix as well...
  15. D

    Pixel XL - Random Blasts of music

    Ok, perhaps I've missed the fix to this, but I'm just about ready to ditch this piece of.... every so often, when in sleep mode, the phone will just blast (loud) music, for a quick 10secs or so. If I touch the phone an wake it up, it stops. I've disabled the Google Music Player, scanned for...
  16. Preach2k

    Problems with the Google Pixel and Pixel XL and how to fix them!

    Here is an article that might help those tgatvare having issues with their Pixel. Not every Pixel and Pixel XL smartphone will have these issues, and in fact, it is more than likely that you won’t come across any of these problems at all...
  17. lennydude

    QI Charging?

    Very dumb question............................does the Pixel XL support QI wireless charging? Did a search and gave up..........................no info at all?
  18. Android News

    Canadian Google Pixel accidentally receives experimental features

    It seems Canadian Google Pixels accidentally received an OTA update which brought some new functionality. Users were presented with options to either double tap the display or lift the phone up in order to get their phones to show notifications. These features were actually leaked ahead of the...
  19. Android News

    Pixel accounts for 7.5% of activations at Verizon

    A new report says that the Pixel was responsible for 7.5% of overall activations at Verizon over the past month. Unfortunately, we're not sure if that number is deemed good or bad as there is no context. The figure comes from an analyst from Wave7 who implied that the device started off hot due...
  20. christophertan

    Black screen during calls

    I'm loving my new pixel XL, but there is one HUGE issue that bugs me which I just discovered. While placing a call, the screen turns black immediately after pushing the call button. Tapping the screen, fingerprint reader, and power button does nothing. It seems the sensor doesn't know any...
  21. opalfrog

    Just ordered my Pixel XL

    I just ordered my Pixel XL. I don’t have anything important to say I’m just excited be getting one. I don’t get new stuff very often so I’m looking forward to a new phone. It took me a couple of weeks to decide between Pixel XL and iPhone 7 Plus. both great phones, but I think I'll be happier...
  22. K

    Problems of my Pixel XL so far...

    Just noticed that this is my second post in Android Forums. The first one was posted when I was using HTC Desire back in 2011, time flies doesn't it? ;) So I was quite lucky that I received my Pixel XL on 2x Oct and have now been using it for about 3 weeks. It's indeed a nifty flagship device...
  23. timm9

    Retreive Photos from Pixel XL?

    I feel 'stupid' even asking but I have searched both here and globally and do not see an answer. The Pixel does not have a gallery with all photos going to the cloud. How do you retrieve them to a CPU? Thanks!
  24. Android News

    New data shows Pixel adoption rate is much faster than Nexus

    Analytics firm Appboy has new data that may correlate to the amount of Pixel devices sold in the first week. According to them, early indications are that the Pixel and Pixel XL phones outperformed the Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P in week 1 sales by almost double. The figures still pale in comparison...
  25. Brian706

    Pixel/Pixel XL - All Things Root Sticky

    Notes: 1. Codenames: Pixel = sailfish Pixel XL = marlin 2. I have locked this thread for the sake of keeping it clean, straightforward & informative. If you have any questions or need any help rooting your device, please don't hesitate to start a thread in the Pixel/Pixel XL rooting section. I...