Google Pixel 2 XL

Google finally unleashed its new set of Pixel smartphones that astutely integrate Google's search prowess in different ways. The hardware and software features are similar on both phones but unlike the Pixel 2, the Pixel 2XL benefits from a full vision 18:9 display panel.

The Pixel 2 XL has a 6-inch QHD+ (2880 X 1440) display flanked by dual front-firing speakers (top and bottom). The pOLED display supports wider color gamuts and is protected by 3D Gorilla Glass 5. On the rear, you will find a predominant aluminum plate elegantly merged with a sheet of black glass. The handset measures 7.9mm in thickness and is IP67 water and dust resistance certified.

The handset is powered by Snapdragon 835 processor with a rather conservative 4GB RAM. However, Google has managed to consistently deliver butter smooth Android performance with even 2GB RAM in the past, even in the long run, so this isn't something we are particularly distressed about.

You will have to choose between the 64GB and 128GB storage variants depending on your individual needs and how much you are willing to shell out. The Google Pixel 2 XL is running the latest Android software and will continue doing so for the next three years, assures Google.

Software enhancements include an improved search bar now positioned at the bottom, Google Lens preview, software Bokeh mode for cameras, and more. You can also squeeze the phone to trigger Google assistant.

Another major highlight is the Google Pixel 2 XL camera performance. It enjoys the best ever DxoMark rating of 98 and considering our experience with the last generation models, Google's claim of this being the best smartphone camera out there don't seem farfetched at all. On the rear, there is a 12.3MP sensor with f/1.8 aperture optics, dual pixel PDAF, and laser AF. This year, Google has also added Optical Image Stabilization (apart from EIS).

Other features include 4G VoLTE, Fast fingerprint sensor, USB Type-C, dual-band WiFi AC, Bluetooth 5.0 LE, NFC and 3520mAh battery. Pixel XL Price in India is 73,000 for the 64GB storage variant and 82,000 INR for the 128GB storage variant. You can buy Pixel 2 XL in India exclusively from Flipkart.

The Google Pixel 2 XL is equipped with a 6-inch QHD+ P-OLED display with 18:9 aspect ratio. This display is protected by a "3D" layer of Gorilla Glass 5, which is tapered all the way around and protrudes past the phone's frame.

The Pixel 2 XL's camera did get a bump in specs. The camera now has OIS and the aperture has been bumped to f/1.8 from last year's f/2.0. read more →

The XL is the bigger, more attractive version of the Pixel 2. Just about everything I loved about Google's new small phone applies here too, but the XL has a few distinct advantages -- its battery life is much better, and Android Oreo shines on its bigger screen. Considering how much the phone costs, though, I do wish Google and LG had gone with slightly better display panels. That aside, the Pixel 2 XL improves on its predecessor in almost every way that matters and claims the crown as my favorite Android phone of the year so far -- it's just too bad that headphone jack is gone. read more →

The Google Pixel 2 XL is a stunning fruit to bear from the company’s still-young focus on melding its software and hardware efforts. There are also reports of a screen burn-in problems Google Pixel XL when a static image remains on the OLED display for too long.

The Google Pixel 2 XL is the first smartphone to have built-in eSIM technology, meaning no SIM card is required. read more →

The Pixel 2 XL new features and ambient 'Always On' display, which continues to show key information and notifications even when the screen is off. The Pixel 2 XL comes in two flavours, Just Black, Black & White (which has a cool contrasting power button). The P-OLED screen on the Pixel 2 XL can sometimes look a little lackluster and seems to shift colour drastically when viewed from different angles.

The Google Pixel 2 XL features a 3520 mAh capacity with quick charging. read more →