The bezel bothered me at first but I think it does look nice. I got the white Pixel 2. The back of the phone is white while the front is all black. The black bezels mixed with the white back looks really nice :)
The no bezels trend is so overrated. I just don't get it. Yes it looks nice and futuristic and it it'll be on every phone soon. But don't make it as a feature for not buying a phone. I see it as a bonus and not as a deal breaker. Just my opinion. Having some bezels is actually useful though.
Arwin the problem with Bezel-less phones is when gaming. I had the LG G6 and it was very annoying during gaming for me. Had to sell it and just use my old iphone6s+. but that’s my opinion
They have been putting glass on the back since the Nexus p. Last year everyone said: if it had front facing speakers the bezels would be fine. Now we finally get speakers and everyone complains. I just do not listens to phone reviewers because you guys are fickle and FOS. Everyone LOVES the Samsung phones but we all know a Samsung phone will barely last one year because of their stubbornness about maintaining their ridiculous ui skin. Same goes for LG. I have a Samsung Galaxy S7 edge and it is trash, I have a v20 and it is only good for headphones. I have a HTC u11 and it cannot send full resolution photos via SMS. My best phone is my pixel XL but it has lousy construction and terrible audio. I am extremely frustrated with reviewers and manufacturers. If you use a phone for 1 month then you are on top the next: how can you really have a valid opinion? Most reviewers fucus on superficial things and miss the real shortcomings the phone and failed to properly credit things are phone actually goes well so as a consumer I'm always getting some hybrid cool kids kind of half-assed Frankenstein phone where because people won't wireless charging which is total b*******we have other features left out and when there's real problems like the HTC u11 cannot send full resolution photos via text not a single reviewer has noticed or mentioned that not even one
John Dow This is so true. They often don’t focus on what really matters like ecosystem and long term performance, instead rushing to put out the first review.
John Dow dude, pls be real. Reviewers can't help you with that sort of specific info on a TH-cam video review. Sending full resolution images via sms? In this age of smartphones with endless feature sets!? Common! I'd suggest you go in store and check the device out to see if they have all you need cos you're never going to see a reviewer get that specific. Your best chance is to go look up www.gsmarena.com. At least that's where I find the most thorough review for smartphones.
Seems like more of a bash video towards a high quality device. Credibility is lacking. Fast charging is included within its package whereas apple charges up to $80 for this feature. Better camera (opposed to apple equal). Battery life is 30% better and screen is more vibrant. The Pixel 2 is awesome. Peak of Android engineering easily
I'm like 90% sure that's a Levis jacket, but you better tell me God damn it. Also, thanks for actually reviewing the smaller version of the Pixel. I feel like it's such a jem that gets over shadowed by the big brother and all that bad pr for the display. The normal sized pixel is fucking legit.
Hi - thanks - nice review - I've just ordered one after watching a blind test on its photographs, it handles dynamic range in images so well. Do you have a link to a screen protector.
I will go to buy this smartphone tomorrow but I still have a doubt. How is the battery life? Please I need your help to take the correct desicion. Greetings from Cuba.
agentzerozerosix I know you can turn the notifications off in the same settings but not sure you can fully turn it off listening, who knows what information Google is listening to ? Each day where giving away more and more of our privacy cause we think it's cool or helpful but when we step out and look in , it's a different story!!!
The music is done locally on the phone bro. That's what makes it so cool. You can put it on airplane mode and it will still know what song you are listening to. It's all done locally and nothing is sent to the cloud.
2:40 What a stupid thing to say. At least with Apple and Huawei they include an extra camera for the larger, more expensive plus models. I don't get how you concluded that both Pixel phones being stuck with one camera is better than a lineup that gives you more when you pay more.
I had to return my Pixel 2 XL. First the screen does have a bit of a blue tint to it, but it's not that bad, but that's not why I returned the phone. Still a $900 phone shouldn't have this. Also, on phone calls on speakerphone, there is a popping and crackling sound that comes out of the speakers. Google is supposed to release a fix for this, but this is also not why I returned the phone. The reason I am returning the phone is because just like the Pixel XL before it, there are STILL Bluetooth connectivity issues. I have been working with Google Tier 3 Tech support for months to fix this issue, but it is still not fixed. I purchased the Pixel 2 XL in hopes that since it was a different manufacturer, hence different BT technology, it should connect to my car. NOPE! Same issue! Will connect, but will not stay connected. I know it is not my car because I have two other phones that connect to my car, stay connected and work flawlessly. This was the last straw for me! I returned the phone today for a full refund!
Why does google think they are special and the only manufacturer to ship a phone with no headphones. not no headphone jack, but no headphones either!! Come this device cost how much money again and they can't even throw in even a cheap pair of headphone!?
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Ended up ordering the xl version, the pixel 2 is fine but it just looks like an old phone in the front Everytime you use it.... I'll try some screen dim apps if the xl has the same problem
Am I the only one who thinks the bezels are not only a complete non issue, but also thinks they look quite nice on the phone?
The bezel bothered me at first but I think it does look nice. I got the white Pixel 2. The back of the phone is white while the front is all black. The black bezels mixed with the white back looks really nice :)
Ruben Toder same here
Josua Erwin got my pixel 2 a few days ago :)
The no bezels trend is so overrated. I just don't get it. Yes it looks nice and futuristic and it it'll be on every phone soon. But don't make it as a feature for not buying a phone. I see it as a bonus and not as a deal breaker. Just my opinion.
Having some bezels is actually useful though.
Benji-Dave Bien-Aimé Yes I couldn't agree more.
this is a perfect phone for normal human beings that are not bezel-Nazis.
Arwin the problem with Bezel-less phones is when gaming. I had the LG G6 and it was very annoying during gaming for me. Had to sell it and just use my old iphone6s+. but that’s my opinion
Tip. Put the music volume a little less
Thanks for doing a review of the 5" Pixel 2!
exactly , everything i see is just the pixel 2 xl
They have been putting glass on the back since the Nexus p. Last year everyone said: if it had front facing speakers the bezels would be fine. Now we finally get speakers and everyone complains.
I just do not listens to phone reviewers because you guys are fickle and FOS. Everyone LOVES the Samsung phones but we all know a Samsung phone will barely last one year because of their stubbornness about maintaining their ridiculous ui skin. Same goes for LG. I have a Samsung Galaxy S7 edge and it is trash, I have a v20 and it is only good for headphones. I have a HTC u11 and it cannot send full resolution photos via SMS. My best phone is my pixel XL but it has lousy construction and terrible audio.
I am extremely frustrated with reviewers and manufacturers. If you use a phone for 1 month then you are on top the next: how can you really have a valid opinion? Most reviewers fucus on superficial things and miss the real shortcomings the phone and failed to properly credit things are phone actually goes well so as a consumer I'm always getting some hybrid cool kids kind of half-assed Frankenstein phone where because people won't wireless charging which is total b*******we have other features left out and when there's real problems like the HTC u11 cannot send full resolution photos via text not a single reviewer has noticed or mentioned that not even one
John Dow This is so true. They often don’t focus on what really matters like ecosystem and long term performance, instead rushing to put out the first review.
John Dow dude, pls be real. Reviewers can't help you with that sort of specific info on a TH-cam video review. Sending full resolution images via sms? In this age of smartphones with endless feature sets!? Common! I'd suggest you go in store and check the device out to see if they have all you need cos you're never going to see a reviewer get that specific. Your best chance is to go look up www.gsmarena.com. At least that's where I find the most thorough review for smartphones.
100% agreed!
Seems like more of a bash video towards a high quality device. Credibility is lacking. Fast charging is included within its package whereas apple charges up to $80 for this feature. Better camera (opposed to apple equal). Battery life is 30% better and screen is more vibrant. The Pixel 2 is awesome. Peak of Android engineering easily
Johnny Lopez very true
Camera_ AI_ Smooth software
Makes a modern phone..Google is killing it at all 3 levels
I'm like 90% sure that's a Levis jacket, but you better tell me God damn it.
Also, thanks for actually reviewing the smaller version of the Pixel. I feel like it's such a jem that gets over shadowed by the big brother and all that bad pr for the display. The normal sized pixel is fucking legit.
Good eye! It is indeed a Levi's.
Well done! I've never come across this channel before, but you just got a new subscriber! 👌🏽
Hi - thanks - nice review - I've just ordered one after watching a blind test on its photographs, it handles dynamic range in images so well. Do you have a link to a screen protector.
I will go to buy this smartphone tomorrow but I still have a doubt. How is the battery life? Please I need your help to take the correct desicion. Greetings from Cuba.
Can you turn off the all listening music ?????
yes you can in the setting and you can turn off the squeeze function.
agentzerozerosix I know you can turn the notifications off in the same settings but not sure you can fully turn it off listening, who knows what information Google is listening to ? Each day where giving away more and more of our privacy cause we think it's cool or helpful but when we step out and look in , it's a different story!!!
It's off by default
I think we know the answer to that question already. If they want to listen , they can....
But thats with any phone....
The music is done locally on the phone bro. That's what makes it so cool. You can put it on airplane mode and it will still know what song you are listening to. It's all done locally and nothing is sent to the cloud.
The hardware may be boring but the Incipio and Google cases are sexy AF :-)
*any display issues on Google Pixel 2? (not XL)*
Hanzo Nobu not at all I'm using the kinda blue right now
is that a smartwatch on your wrist?
Nice review. Thank you!
Please link to the weather widget used.. Thanks!
What brand is the green jacket that you are wearing?
Levis
Hey
Wch country r u from ?
can the pixel 2 xl shoot 1080p @60fps?
yes
I heard 1080-30fps......
Birthdaycakes no but maybe they'll add that to the pixel 3 in oct
Excellent review sir!
what jacket make is that ? really like it !
Where did you get that jacket?
Which smart watch is that ?
Star Lord Samsung Gear
Its the latest LG smart watch.
Lg watch Sport. Best Android Wear watch probably.
2:40 What a stupid thing to say. At least with Apple and Huawei they include an extra camera for the larger, more expensive plus models. I don't get how you concluded that both Pixel phones being stuck with one camera is better than a lineup that gives you more when you pay more.
4:35 Well, not the soc like apple does, but it's close. I will be getting this phone shortly! Can't wait.
Pixel 2 has aged well better than the Pixel 2 XL.
There's no blue tint with the smaller pixel that's only with the LG panel on the pixel XL two
Chill Tech Studio he's had hands on with it he wouldn't say it if it wasn't there lol
Randomly-doing Random-things no that’s only on the xl model by lg and it’s well known. I have the pixel 2 and there is no blue tint
dave62782 yeah but any phone has a slight tint went you tilt it
Nothing noticable on the 1080p screen
CUT THE MUSIC
Wish I can own a pixel phone but I love my s8 plus
I had to return my Pixel 2 XL. First the screen does have a bit of a blue tint to it, but it's not that bad, but that's not why I returned the phone. Still a $900 phone shouldn't have this. Also, on phone calls on speakerphone, there is a popping and crackling sound that comes out of the speakers. Google is supposed to release a fix for this, but this is also not why I returned the phone. The reason I am returning the phone is because just like the Pixel XL before it, there are STILL Bluetooth connectivity issues. I have been working with Google Tier 3 Tech support for months to fix this issue, but it is still not fixed. I purchased the Pixel 2 XL in hopes that since it was a different manufacturer, hence different BT technology, it should connect to my car. NOPE! Same issue! Will connect, but will not stay connected. I know it is not my car because I have two other phones that connect to my car, stay connected and work flawlessly. This was the last straw for me! I returned the phone today for a full refund!
Pixel 2 is good , because it has a Samsung display And htc build..
Why does google think they are special and the only manufacturer to ship a phone with no headphones. not no headphone jack, but no headphones either!! Come this device cost how much money again and they can't even throw in even a cheap pair of headphone!?
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mine arrived today and mostly like it but unfortunately decided to return it. The main problem for me is the screen 5" does not dim down enough. I use it a lot at night and it is way too bright, even with the night mode on.
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Adaptive brightness will make it dimmer at night, if you're in a dark area.
There are even apps that can make your screen dimmer. 🤔 But oh well
Ended up ordering the xl version, the pixel 2 is fine but it just looks like an old phone in the front Everytime you use it.... I'll try some screen dim apps if the xl has the same problem
Cold as f*ck
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why are commenting on this... why
Snakey Movements Why not? 😎
A really great review... Thank you.