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Pixel 2

{{short description|2017 Android smartphone designed by Google}}

{{Use mdy dates|date=December 2017}}

{{Infobox mobile phone

| name = Pixel 2
Pixel 2 XL

| logo = Pixel 2 wordmark.svg

| logosize =

| image = File:Pixel 2 (2017).svg{{pad|1em}}File:Pixel 2 XL (2017).svg

| imagesize = 250px

| caption = Diagrams of the Pixel 2 ({{abbr|L|left}}) and Pixel 2 XL ({{abbr|R|right}})

| slogan = Ask more of your watch

| codename = {{plainlist|

  • Walleye (Pixel 2){{Cite web |url=https://venturebeat.com/2017/10/02/these-are-the-google-pixel-2-and-pixel-2-xl/ |title=These are the Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL {{!}} VentureBeat|website=venturebeat.com|date=October 2, 2017 |access-date=October 5, 2017|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171002222645/https://venturebeat.com/2017/10/02/these-are-the-google-pixel-2-and-pixel-2-xl/|archive-date=October 2, 2017|df=mdy-all}}
  • Taimen (Pixel 2 XL)

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| brand = Google

| manufacturer = {{plainlist|

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| series = Pixel

| modelnumber = {{plainlist|

  • G011A (Pixel 2)
  • G011C (Pixel 2 XL)

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| available = {{Collapsible list|title=

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| released = {{Start date and age|2017|10|19}}

| discontinued = {{End date and age|2019|04|01}}{{Cite web|url=https://www.theverge.com/2019/4/1/18290313/google-pixel-2-xl-discontinued|title=Google ends sales of the Pixel 2 and 2 XL|work=The Verge|last=Welch|first=Chris|date=1 April 2019|access-date=1 April 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190401171029/https://www.theverge.com/2019/4/1/18290313/google-pixel-2-xl-discontinued|archive-date=April 1, 2019|url-status=live}}

| unitssold = 4.07 million (as of Oct. 2022){{Cite web |last1=Gurman |first1=Mark |last2=Savov |first2=Vlad |date=October 6, 2022 |title=Google Unveils New Phones and Watch That Undercut Apple on Price |url=https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2022-10-06/google-unveils-new-phones-and-watch-that-undercut-apple-on-price |url-access=limited |url-status=live |archive-url=https://archive.today/20221006151719/https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2022-10-06/google-unveils-new-phones-and-watch-that-undercut-apple-on-price |archive-date=October 6, 2022 |access-date=January 10, 2023 |publisher=Bloomberg News}}

| predecessor = Pixel

| successor = Pixel 3

| type = Pixel 2: Smartphone
Pixel 2 XL: Phablet

| dimensions = Pixel 2:
H: {{convert|145.7|mm|in|abbr=on}}
W: {{convert|69.7|mm|in|abbr=on}}
D: {{convert|7.8|mm|in|abbr=on}}

Pixel 2 XL:
H: {{convert|157.9|mm|in|abbr=on}}
W: {{convert|76.7|mm|in|abbr=on}}
D: {{convert|7.9|mm|in|abbr=on}}

| weight = Pixel 2: {{convert|143|g|oz|2|abbr=on}}
Pixel 2 XL: {{convert|175|g|oz|2|abbr=on}}

| form = Slate

| os = Original: Android 8.0 "Oreo"

Last: Android 11

| display = Pixel 2: {{convert|5|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} FHD AMOLED, 1920 × 1080 (441{{nbsp}}ppi)
Pixel 2 XL: {{convert|6|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} QHD P-OLED, 2880 × 1440 (538{{nbsp}}ppi)

All: Gorilla Glass 5

| soc = Qualcomm Snapdragon 835

| cpu = Octa-core (4 × 2.35{{nbsp}}GHz, 4 × 1.9{{nbsp}}GHz) Kryo

| gpu = Adreno 540

| modem = Qualcomm Snapdragon X16 LTE (integrated)

| memory = 4 GB LPDDR4X RAM

| storage = 64 or 128 GB

| battery = {{plainlist|

  • Pixel 2: 2,700{{nbsp}}mAh
  • Pixel 2 XL: 3,520{{nbsp}}mAh

}}

| rear_camera = {{ubl

| Sony Exmor IMX362

| 12.2{{nbsp}}MP

| 1.4{{nbsp}}μm pixel size

| f/1.8 aperture

| Phase-detection autofocus and laser autofocus

| HDR+ processing

| Night Sight

| Dual pixel

| HD 720p (up to 240{{nbsp}}FPS)

| FHD 1080p video (up to 120{{nbsp}}FPS)

| 4K 2160p video (up to 30{{nbsp}}FPS)

| EIS

| OIS

}}

| sound = Loudspeaker with stereo speakers{{cite web |title=Google Pixel 2 - Full phone specifications |url=https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_2-8733.php |website=GSMArena |access-date=August 23, 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230601021658/https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_2-8733.php |archive-date=June 1, 2023 |language=English}}

| front_camera = 8 MP
Sony Exmor IMX179
1.4 μm pixel size
f/2.4 aperture

| connectivity = GSM, LTE, LTE Advanced, Voice over LTE, HSDPA, CDMA, TD-LTE, TD-SCDMA

| other =

| website = {{URL|store.google.com/product/pixel_2}}

| Compatible Networks =

| networks = {{plainlist|

}}

| water_resistance = IP67

}}

The Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL are a pair of Android smartphones designed, developed, and marketed by Google as part of the Google Pixel product line. They collectively serve as the successors to the Pixel and Pixel XL.

They were officially announced on October 4, 2017 at the Made by Google event and released in the United States on October 19. They were succeeded by the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL On October 9, 2018. Both models reached their planned end-of-life date in October 2020; their final security update was released in December 2020.

History

In early March 2017, Google's Rick Osterloh confirmed that they would bring a "next-gen" Pixel smartphone later that year. He stated it would "stay premium" and that there would be no "cheap Pixel".{{cite web |url=https://www.androidpit.com/google-pixel-2-coming-2017-staying-premium |title=Pixel boss Rick Osterloh: Pixel 2 is coming this year and staying premium |work=AndroidPIT |access-date=November 3, 2017|url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171013013014/https://www.androidpit.com/google-pixel-2-coming-2017-staying-premium |archive-date=October 13, 2017 |df=mdy-all}}

Google originally intended to use HTC to manufacture both their 2017 flagships, but later shifted to LG to manufacture the bigger Pixel 2 XL. The unreleased device that was supposed to be the Pixel 2 XL under the codename "Muskie", was later re-developed by HTC into the HTC U11+.{{cite web |url=https://www.theverge.com/2017/11/2/16598218/google-pixel-2xl-htc-u11-plus-design-plans-change |title=The HTC U11 Plus was originally intended to be the Google Pixel 2 XL |work=The Verge |date=November 2, 2017 |access-date=November 3, 2017 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171103013227/https://www.theverge.com/2017/11/2/16598218/google-pixel-2xl-htc-u11-plus-design-plans-change |archive-date=November 3, 2017 |df=mdy-all}}

The Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL were carried in the United States by Verizon and Project Fi. On October 4, 2018, Verizon Wireless stopped selling the Pixel 2.{{cite web |last1=Welch |first1=Chris |title=Verizon ends sales of Google's Pixel 2 as October 9th event nears |url=https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2018/10/4/17937138/verizon-stops-selling-google-pixel-2 |website=The Verge |date=October 4, 2018 |publisher=Vox Media |access-date=5 October 2018 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181005112023/https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2018/10/4/17937138/verizon-stops-selling-google-pixel-2 |archive-date=October 5, 2018 |url-status=live }}

Specifications

= Design =

The back of the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL are made from aluminum with a thin "premium coating" of plastic and has a top section made from glass to provide wireless transmissivity.{{cite web |url=http://www.androidpolice.com/2017/10/20/jerryrigeverything-rips-pixel-2-exposes-easily-scratched-plastic-coating/ |title=JerryRigEverything rips into the Pixel 2 and exposes easily scratched plastic coating |date=October 20, 2017 |work=Android Police |access-date=October 22, 2017 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171022141728/http://www.androidpolice.com/2017/10/20/jerryrigeverything-rips-pixel-2-exposes-easily-scratched-plastic-coating/ |archive-date=October 22, 2017 |df=mdy-all}} Unlike the original Pixel XL, which was simply an enlarged version of the Pixel design with no other changes, the Pixel 2 XL's external design differs from its smaller sibling, employing a taller 2:1 P-OLED display (marketed as 18:9) instead of the Pixel 2's 16:9 AMOLED.

= Hardware =

The Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL are both powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, coupled with 4 GB LPDDR4X RAM. They both come in storage options of 64 or 128{{nbsp}}GB.

File:Pixel 2 PenTile arrangement.jpg

The Pixel 2 has a {{convert|5|in|adj=on}} 16:9 1080p ({{resx|1920|1080}}) AMOLED display panel with a pixel density of 441{{nbsp}}ppi, while the Pixel 2 XL comes with a {{convert|6|in|adj=on}} 2:1 1440p ({{resx|2880|1440}}) P-OLED display panel with a pixel density of 538{{nbsp}}ppi.

Both phones have a 12.2{{nbsp}}megapixel rear camera capable of recording 4K video at 30{{nbsp}}FPS, 1080p video at 120{{nbsp}}FPS, and 720p video at 240{{nbsp}}FPS. The camera also contains phase-detection autofocus, laser autofocus, and HDR+ processing. The Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL also include the Pixel Visual Core (PVC) image processor for faster and lower power image processing, though it was not enabled until Android 8.1 was released in January 2018.{{cite news|last1=Amadeo|first1=Ron|title=Instagram, Snapchat, and WhatsApp get better photos on the Pixel 2|url=https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2018/02/google-opens-up-the-pixel-2s-hdr-photo-processing-to-third-party-apps/|access-date=6 February 2018|publisher=Ars Technica|date=6 February 2018|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180206211315/https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2018/02/google-opens-up-the-pixel-2s-hdr-photo-processing-to-third-party-apps/|archive-date=February 6, 2018|df=mdy-all}}{{cite web |last1=Amadeo |first1=Ron |title=Surprise! The Pixel 2 is hiding a custom Google SoC for image processing |url=https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2017/10/the-pixel-2-contains-a-custom-google-soc-the-pixel-visual-core/ |access-date=October 19, 2017 |publisher=Ars Technica |date=October 17, 2017 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171018052202/https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2017/10/the-pixel-2-contains-a-custom-google-soc-the-pixel-visual-core/ |archive-date=October 18, 2017 |df=mdy-all}} The PVC was custom design by Google's consumer hardware team with collaboration from Intel.{{cite web|url=https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2017/10/the-pixel-2s-custom-camera-soc-uses-intel-technology/|title=The Pixel 2's custom camera SoC uses Intel technology|work=Ars Technica|date=October 25, 2017 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171025172010/https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2017/10/the-pixel-2s-custom-camera-soc-uses-intel-technology/|archive-date=October 25, 2017|url-status=live|access-date=October 25, 2017|df=mdy-all}} The Pixels do not have support for 4K video at 60{{nbsp}}FPS, as the processor is not powerful enough.{{cite web |url=https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/features/google-pixel-2-camera-hdr-ar-stickers-manual-control-raw-4k-60fps-1776775 |title=Google on Pixel 2's Noisy 4K Videos, RAW and Manual Modes, 4K@60fps, More |work=NDTV Gadgets360.com |date=November 17, 2017 |access-date=November 25, 2017 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171121112810/https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/features/google-pixel-2-camera-hdr-ar-stickers-manual-control-raw-4k-60fps-1776775 |archive-date=November 21, 2017 |df=mdy-all}}{{cite web |url=https://www.xda-developers.com/google-explains-pixel-2-camera-high-iso-4k60fps-raw/ |title=Google Explains Decisions Made on the Pixel 2 Camera |date=November 20, 2017 |work=xda-developers |access-date=November 25, 2017 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171216125009/https://www.xda-developers.com/google-explains-pixel-2-camera-high-iso-4k60fps-raw/ |archive-date=December 16, 2017 |df=mdy-all}} The Pixel 2 includes optical image stabilization which the Pixel lacked. Google uses Fused Video Stabilization which reduces issues with camera shake, motion blur, rolling shutter distortion, and focus breathing as found in other image stabilization methods.{{Cite web|url=http://ai.googleblog.com/2017/11/fused-video-stabilization-on-pixel-2.html|title=Fused Video Stabilization on the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL|website=Google AI Blog|date=November 10, 2017 |language=en|access-date=2019-01-28|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181119225530/https://ai.googleblog.com/2017/11/fused-video-stabilization-on-pixel-2.html|archive-date=November 19, 2018|url-status=live}}

The Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL support USB Power Delivery quick charging, have a fingerprint sensor on the rear, IP67 dust and water resistance and are Daydream-ready.[https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2017/10/pixel-2-and-2-xl-review-the-best-android-phone-you-can-buy/ Pixel 2 and 2 XL review—The best Android phone you can buy | Ars Technica] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180107120143/https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2017/10/pixel-2-and-2-xl-review-the-best-android-phone-you-can-buy/ |date=January 7, 2018 }} The Pixel 2s has a nano-SIM and an eSIM, Android Q Beta 2 enabled dual SIM support however Android Q Beta 3 disabled it.{{Cite web|url=https://www.xda-developers.com/android-q-dual-sim-dual-standby-support-pixel-3/|title=[Update: Gone in Beta 3] Android Q enables Dual SIM, Dual Standby support on the Google Pixel 3|date=2019-05-08|website=xda-developers|language=en-US|access-date=2019-05-24|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190524053151/https://www.xda-developers.com/android-q-dual-sim-dual-standby-support-pixel-3/|archive-date=May 24, 2019|url-status=live}}

= Software =

The phones ship with stock Android 8.0 "Oreo" on launch. Google has promised three years of software and security updates,{{cite web |title=Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL: Specs, pricing, and everything else! |url=https://androidcentral.com/google-pixel-2 |work=Android Central |date=October 4, 2017 |access-date=October 5, 2017 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170911144142/https://www.androidcentral.com/google-pixel-2 |archive-date=September 11, 2017 |df=mdy-all}} making it closer to the average four years of support that Apple provides for its iPhones.{{cite web |url=https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2017/10/4/16403922/google-pixel-2-phone-android-update-schedule |title=Google guarantees three years of Android software updates for the Pixel 2 |work=The Verge |date=October 4, 2017 |access-date=December 10, 2017 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171210231857/https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2017/10/4/16403922/google-pixel-2-phone-android-update-schedule |archive-date=December 10, 2017 |df=mdy-all}} The Sony Xperia XZ1 was the first phone to ship with Android 8.0 ("Oreo").{{cite web|author1=Florin T.|title=Sony Xperia XZ1 launches in US as the first phone to run Android Oreo out of the box|url=https://www.phonearena.com/news/Sony-Xperia-XZ1-US-price-release_id98208|website=PhoneArena|access-date=29 September 2017|date=19 September 2017|archive-date=September 19, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170919170551/https://www.phonearena.com/news/Sony-Xperia-XZ1-US-price-release_id98208|url-status=live}}

The new Pixels also include a feature called "Active Edge". With this, the Google Assistant can be launched by squeezing the phone's sides, similar to the HTC U11's "Edge Sense" feature.

This phone was also released with the new Google Lens app, which is designed to bring up relevant information using visual analysis by the camera. The "Now Playing" feature allows the device to automatically detect music through its microphone, and identify the song on the lock screen.{{Cite news|url=https://www.androidcentral.com/how-enable-now-playing-your-pixel-2|title=How to enable Now Playing on your Google Pixel 2|date=2017-10-25|work=Android Central|access-date=2018-02-08|language=en|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180209003017/https://www.androidcentral.com/how-enable-now-playing-your-pixel-2|archive-date=February 9, 2018|df=mdy-all}}

On December 5, 2017, Android 8.1 Oreo was released for the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL.{{cite web|last=Hager|first=Ryne|title=Android 8.1 OTA files and factory images are now live|url=http://www.androidpolice.com/2017/12/05/android-8-1-ota-files-factory-images-now-live/|website=Android Police|date=December 5, 2017 |publisher=Illogical Robot LLC|access-date=13 January 2018|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180114021459/http://www.androidpolice.com/2017/12/05/android-8-1-ota-files-factory-images-now-live/|archive-date=January 14, 2018|df=mdy-all}}

On October 4, 2017, the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL were granted an extended warranty period which guarantees Android version updates for them until October 2020, 3 years from when they were first available on the Google Store,{{cite web|url=https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2017/10/4/16403922/google-pixel-2-phone-android-update-schedule|title=The new Pixels will get an added year of software and new features|website=The Verge|last1=Welch|first1=Chris|date=October 7, 2017|access-date=September 10, 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171210231857/https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2017/10/4/16403922/google-pixel-2-phone-android-update-schedule|archive-date=December 10, 2017|url-status=live}} and free unlimited storage for all photos and videos taken on the phone in original quality through the end of 2020, with unlimited high-quality storage continuing afterwards.{{Cite web |url=https://store.google.com/product/pixel_2 |title=Pixel 2 |website=Google Store |access-date=October 4, 2017 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171004172711/https://store.google.com/product/pixel_2 |archive-date=October 4, 2017 |df=mdy-all}}

Android 9.0 "Pie" was made available upon its launch on August 6, 2018.{{Cite web|url=https://www.theverge.com/2018/8/6/17651996/android-p-name-pie-9-update-google-pixel-phone-release-date|title=Android 9 Pie is available for Google Pixel phones today|last=Bohn|first=Dieter|date=2018-08-06|website=The Verge|access-date=2019-04-10|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190810101042/https://www.theverge.com/2018/8/6/17651996/android-p-name-pie-9-update-google-pixel-phone-release-date|archive-date=August 10, 2019|url-status=live}} Following the release of the Pixel 3, some of its features were backported to the Pixel 2, including updates to the camera software, augmented reality stickers, and a history log for "Now Playing", among others.{{Cite web|url=https://www.cnet.com/how-to/pixel-3-features-coming-to-older-pixel-devices/|title=Pixel 3 features coming to older Pixel devices|last=Cipriani|first=Jason|website=CNET|language=en|access-date=2019-09-11|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190904180315/https://www.cnet.com/how-to/pixel-3-features-coming-to-older-pixel-devices/|archive-date=September 4, 2019|url-status=live}} Android 10 was made available upon its launch on September 3, 2019.{{Cite web|url=https://www.theverge.com/2019/9/3/20842507/google-android-10-q-pixel-release-download-availability|title=Android 10 officially released for Google Pixel phones|last=Bohn|first=Dieter|date=September 3, 2019|website=The Verge|access-date=September 4, 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190904004334/https://www.theverge.com/2019/9/3/20842507/google-android-10-q-pixel-release-download-availability|archive-date=September 4, 2019|url-status=live}}{{Cite web|url=https://developers.google.com/android/images#walleye|title=Factory Images for Nexus and Pixel Devices|website=Android Developers|access-date=March 9, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170404151606/https://developers.google.com/android/images#walleye|archive-date=April 4, 2017|url-status=live}} Similarly, Android 11 was made available to download upon its launch on September 8, 2020.{{Cite web|last=Gartenberg|first=Chaim|date=2020-09-08|title=Android 11 is here — and not just for Google Pixel phones|url=https://www.theverge.com/2020/9/8/21427153/android-11-official-launch-google-pixel-oneplus-8-xiaomi-oppo-realme-update|access-date=2021-03-02|website=The Verge|language=en|archive-date=September 8, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200908171215/https://www.theverge.com/2020/9/8/21427153/android-11-official-launch-google-pixel-oneplus-8-xiaomi-oppo-realme-update|url-status=live}}

In October 2020, the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL reached their planned end-of-life date. Their final security update was released in December 2020.{{Cite web|date=2020-10-05|title=Pixel 2 and 2 XL reach end of life: Only one more update is planned|url=https://www.androidpolice.com/2020/10/05/pixel-2-and-2-xl-reach-end-of-life-only-one-more-update-is-planned/|access-date=2021-03-02|website=Android Police|language=en-US|archive-date=October 8, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201008150448/https://www.androidpolice.com/2020/10/05/pixel-2-and-2-xl-reach-end-of-life-only-one-more-update-is-planned/|url-status=live}} As of July 2024, both are supported by LineageOS.{{Cite web |title=Devices {{!}} LineageOS Wiki |url=https://wiki.lineageos.org/devices/#google |access-date=2023-12-20 |website=wiki.lineageos.org}}

= Cellular networks =

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GenerationStandardBands{{cite web |url=https://support.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570 | title=Pixel phone hardware tech specs | website=Pixel Phone Help | access-date=2019-05-27 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190508142312/https://support.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570 | archive-date=May 8, 2019 | url-status=live }}
2GGSM850, 900, 1800, 1900
rowspan="2" | 3GCDMA EVDO Rev ABC 0, 1, 10
UMTS / HSPA+ / HSDPA1, 2, 3, 4, 8
rowspan="2" | 4GLTE-FDD1*, 2*, 3*, 4*, 5, 7*, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 66*
LTE-TDD38*, 40, 41

{{asterisk}} Bands that support 4x4 MIMO

Reception

The Pixel 2 camera initially received a score of 98 (currently updated to 99) from DxOMark, making it the highest performing mobile device camera at the end of 2017, and was overtaken in March 2018 by Samsung's Galaxy S9+.{{cite web |url=https://www.dxomark.com/google-pixel-2-reviewed-sets-new-record-smartphone-camera-quality/ |title=Google Pixel 2 reviewed: Sets new record for overall smartphone camera quality - DxOMark |date=October 4, 2017 |work=DxOMark |access-date=October 4, 2017 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171004173345/https://www.dxomark.com/google-pixel-2-reviewed-sets-new-record-smartphone-camera-quality/ |archive-date=October 4, 2017 |df=mdy-all}}

The Pixel 2 and the Pixel 2 XL received mixed reviews. The phone was praised for the camera quality and water resistance,{{cite web |url=https://www.cnet.com/news/pixel-2-pixel-2-xl/ |title=Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL: Google takes on the iPhone X |publisher=CNET |access-date=October 5, 2017 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171004223352/https://www.cnet.com/news/pixel-2-pixel-2-xl/ |archive-date=October 4, 2017 |df=mdy-all}} but was criticized for the removal of the headphone jack,{{cite web |last1=Biggs |first1=Tim |title=Google announces Pixel 2 smartphones and a whole host of other hardware |url=http://www.smh.com.au/technology/mobiles/google-announces-pixel-2-smartphones-and-a-whole-host-of-other-hardware-20171004-gyujbk.html |access-date=October 5, 2017 |work=The Sydney Morning Herald |date=October 5, 2017 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171005102136/http://www.smh.com.au/technology/mobiles/google-announces-pixel-2-smartphones-and-a-whole-host-of-other-hardware-20171004-gyujbk.html |archive-date=October 5, 2017 |df=mdy-all}} particularly after Google mocked Apple for doing the same with its iPhone 7 phone at the launch of the first generation Pixel phone just 12 months prior.{{cite web |url=https://www.theverge.com/2017/10/5/16428570/google-pixel-2-no-headphone-jack-apple-wireless-future |title=The Pixel's missing headphone jack proves Apple was right |work=The Verge |date=October 5, 2017 |access-date=October 6, 2017 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171005230726/https://www.theverge.com/2017/10/5/16428570/google-pixel-2-no-headphone-jack-apple-wireless-future |archive-date=October 5, 2017 |df=mdy-all}} Google was also criticized for the price of the USB-C to 3.5{{nbsp}}mm headphone adapter it sells, which costs US$20 while Apple's Lightning to 3.5{{nbsp}}mm adapter costs US$9,{{cite web |last1=Gartenberg |first1=Chaim |title=Google's replacement Pixel 2 USB-C headphone dongles cost $20 |url=https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2017/10/4/16425738/google-pixel-2-usb-c-headphone-dongles-20-replacement |website=The Verge |date=October 4, 2017 |access-date=October 4, 2017 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171004231441/https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2017/10/4/16425738/google-pixel-2-usb-c-headphone-dongles-20-replacement |archive-date=October 4, 2017 |df=mdy-all}} as well as for not including headphones with the phone. However, news outlets noted that because USB-C is a standard interface, unlike Lightning, there are a variety of third-party adapters that retail for less than Google's official one.{{cite web |title=Google's Replacement USB-C Headphone Adaptor Will Cost You £20 |url=http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/10/googles-replacement-usb-c-headphone-adaptor-will-cost-you-20/ |website=Gizmodo UK |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171005153258/http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2017/10/googles-replacement-usb-c-headphone-adaptor-will-cost-you-20/ |archive-date=October 5, 2017 |df=mdy-all}} Google later dropped the price of the adapter to US$9, keeping the price in-line with Apple's offering.{{cite web |url=https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2017/10/13/16472894/google-usb-c-headphone-jack-adapter-dongle-price-drop |title=Google drops price of its USB-C to headphone jack dongle down to $9 from $20 |work=The Verge |date=October 13, 2017 |access-date=October 15, 2017 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171015072212/https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2017/10/13/16472894/google-usb-c-headphone-jack-adapter-dongle-price-drop |archive-date=October 15, 2017 |df=mdy-all}}{{cite web |url=https://9to5google.com/2017/10/13/google-usb-c-dongle-pixel-price-drop/ |title=Copying Apple, Google mercifully drops its $20 Pixel USB-C headphone dongle to $9 |date=October 13, 2017 |work=9to5Google |access-date=October 15, 2017 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171015011754/https://9to5google.com/2017/10/13/google-usb-c-dongle-pixel-price-drop/ |archive-date=October 15, 2017 |df=mdy-all}}{{cite web |url=http://mashable.com/2017/10/13/google-dongle-price-drop/ |title=Google avoids the wrath of wired headphone lovers, cuts Pixel 2 dongle price |last=Williams |first=Brett |work=Mashable |date=October 13, 2017 |access-date=October 15, 2017 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171015150621/http://mashable.com/2017/10/13/google-dongle-price-drop/ |archive-date=October 15, 2017 |df=mdy-all}}

YouTuber JerryRigEverything, who performs durability tests on various smartphones, criticized Google for their design choice with the antenna lines on the sides of the handset. When he bent the Pixel 2, it cracked at the antenna line near the middle of the phone, voiding its water resistance and warranty, while most other phones from competitors pass his bend test. This does not apply to the Pixel 2 XL.{{cite web |url=http://bgr.com/2017/10/20/pixel-2-bend-test-failed/ |title=Forget the Pixel 2's display problems, Google's new flagships are far too fragile |last=Smith |first=Chris |date=October 20, 2017 |work=BGR |access-date=October 24, 2017 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171025005907/http://bgr.com/2017/10/20/pixel-2-bend-test-failed/ |archive-date=October 25, 2017 |df=mdy-all}}{{cite web |url=https://9to5google.com/2017/10/19/pixel-2-torture-test-weak-premium-coating/ |title=Pixel 2 torture test shows just how destructible the handset's 'premium coating' really is |date=October 20, 2017 |work=9to5Google |access-date=October 24, 2017 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171024205157/https://9to5google.com/2017/10/19/pixel-2-torture-test-weak-premium-coating/ |archive-date=October 24, 2017 |df=mdy-all}}{{cite web |url=http://www.express.co.uk/life-style/science-technology/869352/Google-Pixel-2-JerryRigEverything-Bendgate |title=Google Pixel 2 might have the same problem as iPhone 6 Plus, and this video shows why |last=Brown |first=Aaron |date=October 22, 2017 |work=Daily Express |access-date=October 24, 2017 |language=en |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171024031044/https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/science-technology/869352/Google-Pixel-2-JerryRigEverything-Bendgate |archive-date=October 24, 2017 |url-status=live }}

The design of the smaller Pixel 2 was regarded as plain, and its big chunky bezels were not well received, considering that earlier 2017 phones like the Samsung Galaxy S8 and LG G6 had moved to nearly bezel-less screens.{{Cite news|url=https://www.theverge.com/2017/10/17/16486108/google-pixel-2-xl-review-android-phone-camera|title=Google Pixel 2 review: plainly great|work=The Verge|access-date=2018-01-10|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180124212507/https://www.theverge.com/2017/10/17/16486108/google-pixel-2-xl-review-android-phone-camera|archive-date=January 24, 2018|df=mdy-all}}

The Pixel 2 XL screen became infamous for quality control issues, a flaw shared with the LG V30 which also has the same manufacturer and P-OLED screen type. The Pixel 2 XL has a blue tint visible on the screen when the phone is viewed at an angle. Many were dissatisfied{{cite web |url=https://www.theverge.com/2017/10/24/16519530/google-pixel-2xl-screen-issues-deep-and-unfixable |title=The Pixel 2 XL drama is undermining Google's entire Pixel project |work=The Verge |date=October 24, 2017 |access-date=November 3, 2017 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171104122642/https://www.theverge.com/2017/10/24/16519530/google-pixel-2xl-screen-issues-deep-and-unfixable |archive-date=November 4, 2017 |df=mdy-all}}{{cite web |url=https://www.androidauthority.com/google-pixel-2-xl-display-issue-808769/ |title=Why I am put off by the Pixel 2 XL display, but you might not be |date=October 20, 2017 |work=Android Authority |access-date=November 3, 2017 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171107021315/https://www.androidauthority.com/google-pixel-2-xl-display-issue-808769/ |archive-date=November 7, 2017 |df=mdy-all}} and it was speculated that Google had installed the polarizer incorrectly.{{cite web |url=https://www.phonearena.com/news/Pixel-2-XL-blue-tint-likely-caused-by-poorly-applied-polarizer_id99297 |title=Pixel 2 XL screen blue tint likely caused by poorly applied polarizer |work=Phone Arena |date=October 26, 2017 |access-date=November 3, 2017 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171107004042/https://www.phonearena.com/news/Pixel-2-XL-blue-tint-likely-caused-by-poorly-applied-polarizer_id99297 |archive-date=November 7, 2017 |df=mdy-all}} However, when Google addressed the tint, they stated that it was a design choice to have the blue tint to go along with the cooler color temperature used by the screen (it is calibrated to a D67 white point, which is 6700K).{{cite web |url=http://www.androidpolice.com/2017/10/26/google-says-pixel-2-xl-displays-blue-shift-normal-much-owners-dissatisfaction/ |title=Google says that the Pixel 2 XL display's blue shift is normal, much to owners' dissatisfaction |date=October 26, 2017 |work=Android Police |access-date=November 2, 2017 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171028231802/http://www.androidpolice.com/2017/10/26/google-says-pixel-2-xl-displays-blue-shift-normal-much-owners-dissatisfaction/ |archive-date=October 28, 2017 |df=mdy-all}}{{cite web|url=https://productforums.google.com/forum#!topic/phone-by-google/y1FWSMFcDgA|title=Google Groups|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120506034047/http://productforums.google.com/forum/#!category-topic/adsense-ru/6SFbszpvS70|archive-date=May 6, 2012|df=mdy-all}}

The Pixel 2 was updated with the Pixel 3's Night Sight feature which dramatically improves low light performance with no flash or tripod. Using Night Sight the Pixel 2 takes superior low light photos than newer 2018 flagships such as the iPhone XS and Samsung Galaxy Note 9.{{Cite web|url=https://www.anandtech.com/show/13474/the-google-pixel-3-review|title=The Google Pixel 3 Review: The Ultimate Camera Test|last=Frumusanu|first=Andrei|website=www.anandtech.com|access-date=2019-02-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190202095705/https://www.anandtech.com/show/13474/the-google-pixel-3-review|archive-date=February 2, 2019|url-status=live}}

Issues

  • The Pixel 2 XL's display suffers from a "black smear" problem, which occurs when a group of black pixels transition to colored ones, and tend to linger for a while, before changing to their expected state.{{cite web |url=https://www.androidauthority.com/google-pixel-2-black-smear-clicking-and-speaker-volume-issues-809621/ |title=Google Pixel 2 "black smearing," "clicking," and speaker volume issues reported |date=October 24, 2017 |work=Android Authority |access-date=October 24, 2017 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171024125826/https://www.androidauthority.com/google-pixel-2-black-smear-clicking-and-speaker-volume-issues-809621/ |archive-date=October 24, 2017 |df=mdy-all}}{{cite web |url=https://9to5google.com/2017/10/23/pixel-2-xls-poled-black-smear/ |title=Pixel 2 XL's pOLED display has a 'black smear' problem that's definitely worse than average |date=October 24, 2017 |work=9to5Google |access-date=November 9, 2017 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171108233047/https://9to5google.com/2017/10/23/pixel-2-xls-poled-black-smear/ |archive-date=November 8, 2017 |df=mdy-all}}
  • The Pixel 2 XL has an issue where the screen may flash randomly. It occurs when the phone is locked or unlocked.{{cite web|date=November 8, 2017|title=Some Google Pixel 2 XL owners reporting screen flashing issue w/ Always-On Display and lockscreen [Video]|url=https://9to5google.com/2017/11/08/google-pixel-2-xl-screen-flashing/|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171109195108/https://9to5google.com/2017/11/08/google-pixel-2-xl-screen-flashing/|archive-date=November 9, 2017|access-date=November 10, 2017|work=9to5Google|df=mdy-all}} The issue was fixed in the June 2018 system software update, but returned with the July 2018 update.{{Cite web|title=Did July OTA re-trigger Pixel 2 screen flashing issue?|date=August 3, 2018 |url=http://piunikaweb.com/2018/08/03/did-july-ota-re-trigger-pixel-2-screen-flashing-issue/|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180803194110/http://piunikaweb.com/2018/08/03/did-july-ota-re-trigger-pixel-2-screen-flashing-issue/|archive-date=August 3, 2018|access-date=August 3, 2018}}
  • Hundreds of Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL owners have complained about buzzing and clicking sounds coming from the phone.{{cite web|title=Some Pixel 2 phones are making strange noises|url=https://www.engadget.com/2017/10/24/pixel2-google-clicks-high-frequency-noises/|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171029055748/https://www.engadget.com/2017/10/24/pixel2-google-clicks-high-frequency-noises/|archive-date=October 29, 2017|access-date=October 30, 2017|work=Engadget|date=October 24, 2017 |df=mdy-all}} Google investigated the issue and recommended turning off NFC to temporarily fix the problem until a software update comes out.{{cite web|title=Google plans software update to fix Pixel 2 clicking sound|url=https://www.theverge.com/2017/10/26/16555460/google-pixel-2-update-clicking-sound-fix|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171026231627/https://www.theverge.com/2017/10/26/16555460/google-pixel-2-update-clicking-sound-fix|archive-date=October 26, 2017|access-date=October 27, 2017|work=The Verge|date=October 26, 2017|df=mdy-all}}{{cite web|last=Kumparak|first=Greg|title=Google responds to Pixel 2 XL display complaints, promises fix for 'clicking' noise on the Pixel 2|url=https://techcrunch.com/2017/10/26/google-responds-to-pixel-2-xl-display-complaints-promises-fix-for-clicking-noise-on-the-pixel-2/|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171027180542/https://techcrunch.com/2017/10/26/google-responds-to-pixel-2-xl-display-complaints-promises-fix-for-clicking-noise-on-the-pixel-2/|archive-date=October 27, 2017|access-date=October 27, 2017|work=TechCrunch|date=October 26, 2017 |df=mdy-all}} The November 2017 security patch fixed the clicking sound,{{Cite web|last=Statt|first=Nick|date=2017-10-26|title=Google plans software update to fix Pixel 2 clicking sound|url=https://www.theverge.com/2017/10/26/16555460/google-pixel-2-update-clicking-sound-fix|access-date=2021-03-02|website=The Verge|language=en|archive-date=October 26, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171026231627/https://www.theverge.com/2017/10/26/16555460/google-pixel-2-update-clicking-sound-fix|url-status=live}} but Google has not fixed the buzzing and rattling sounds heard during calls on some devices.{{cite web|title=Google will issue a fix for Pixel 2's buzzing sounds heard during calls|url=https://www.theverge.com/2017/11/20/16678620/google-pixel-2-buzzing-sound-phone-call|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171120181739/https://www.theverge.com/2017/11/20/16678620/google-pixel-2-buzzing-sound-phone-call|archive-date=November 20, 2017|access-date=November 21, 2017|work=The Verge|date=November 20, 2017|df=mdy-all}}
  • The Pixel 2 XL has a volume flaw that reduces the sound level of audio clips sent through messaging apps such as Google Allo, Instagram, and Telegram among others. Google is aware of the problem and is looking into it.[https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/google-pixel-2-xl-voice-message-volume-issue-user-reports-1796280 Pixel 2 XL Users Report Voice Messaging Issue, Google Promises Fix] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180113093044/https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/google-pixel-2-xl-voice-message-volume-issue-user-reports-1796280|date=January 13, 2018}}
  • Some of the USB-C to 3.5mm adapters for the headphones do not work. In some cases, rebooting the phone can fix the issue temporarily. Google is offering replacements for the faulty adapters.{{cite web|date=December 18, 2017|title=Some Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL owners claiming included headphone adapter doesn't work|url=http://www.androidpolice.com/2017/12/18/pixel-2-pixel-2-xl-owners-claiming-included-headphone-adapter-doesnt-work/|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171222052113/http://www.androidpolice.com/2017/12/18/pixel-2-pixel-2-xl-owners-claiming-included-headphone-adapter-doesnt-work/|archive-date=December 22, 2017|df=mdy-all}}{{cite web|date=December 19, 2017|title=Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL headphone adapter not working for some folks|url=https://www.androidauthority.com/google-pixel-2-xl-headphone-adapter-problem-824366/|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171222052939/https://www.androidauthority.com/google-pixel-2-xl-headphone-adapter-problem-824366/|archive-date=December 22, 2017|df=mdy-all}}
  • Multiple users reported that the microphone can randomly stop working. A possible solution is to blow into the microphone.[https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_2_mic_not_working_during_calls_try_blowing_into_bottom_speaker-news-28163.php Google Pixel 2 mic not working during calls? Try blowing into bottom speaker - GSMArena.com news] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171109085323/https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_2_mic_not_working_during_calls_try_blowing_into_bottom_speaker-news-28163.php|date=November 9, 2017}}
  • Some units suffer from Bluetooth connectivity issues.{{cite web|date=November 3, 2017|title=Some Pixel 2 users are reporting Bluetooth connectivity issues|url=https://androidcentral.com/some-pixel-2-users-are-reporting-bluetooth-connectivity-issues|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171201031222/https://www.androidcentral.com/some-pixel-2-users-are-reporting-bluetooth-connectivity-issues|archive-date=December 1, 2017|access-date=November 25, 2017|work=Android Central|df=mdy-all}}

= Fixed issues =

  • Vlad Savov of The Verge has complained of under-saturated and distorted OLED displays,{{cite web|title=The Pixel 2 XL would be the best phone in the world if its screen wasn't so weird|url=https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2017/10/18/16489756/google-pixel-2xl-awful-lg-oled-screen|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171023180641/https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2017/10/18/16489756/google-pixel-2xl-awful-lg-oled-screen|archive-date=October 23, 2017|access-date=October 23, 2017|work=The Verge|date=October 18, 2017|df=mdy-all}} and there have also been reports of screen burn-in on some Pixel 2 XL units.{{cite web|title=Google could be forced to recall £1000 Pixel 2 XL after screen burn pics emerge {{!}} TheINQUIRER|url=https://www.theinquirer.net/inquirer/news/3019627/google-could-be-forced-to-recall-gbp1000-pixel-2-xl-after-screen-burn-pics-emerge|url-status=unfit|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171023131850/https://www.theinquirer.net/inquirer/news/3019627/google-could-be-forced-to-recall-gbp1000-pixel-2-xl-after-screen-burn-pics-emerge|archive-date=October 23, 2017|access-date=October 23, 2017|work=theINQUIRER|df=mdy-all}} Google conducted an investigation and released a software update in November that added a new mode for more saturated colors and faded out the navigation bar after a period of inactivity.{{cite web|title=Google responds to Pixel 2 XL screen burn-in and color concerns with upcoming software updates, 2-year warranty|url=https://www.theverge.com/2017/10/26/16555406/google-pixel-2-xl-screen-burn-in-color-concerns-software-updates|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171026233933/https://www.theverge.com/2017/10/26/16555406/google-pixel-2-xl-screen-burn-in-color-concerns-software-updates|archive-date=October 26, 2017|access-date=October 27, 2017|work=The Verge|date=October 26, 2017|df=mdy-all}} Google also extended device warranty to two years for both devices worldwide.{{cite web|title=Google responds to Pixel 2 issues: Extended warranty and updates|url=https://www.engadget.com/2017/10/26/google-pixel-2-display-warranty/|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171027021310/https://www.engadget.com/2017/10/26/google-pixel-2-display-warranty/|archive-date=October 27, 2017|access-date=October 27, 2017|work=Engadget|date=October 27, 2017 |df=mdy-all}}
  • There was an issue where Google Assistant does not work with some Bluetooth headphones.{{cite web|title=Pixel 2 bug prevents Google Assistant from working on Bluetooth headphones|url=https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2017/11/10/16633666/pixel-2-bluetooth-headphones-bug-google-assistant|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171113003830/https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2017/11/10/16633666/pixel-2-bluetooth-headphones-bug-google-assistant|archive-date=November 13, 2017|access-date=November 13, 2017|work=The Verge|date=November 10, 2017|df=mdy-all}} This was an issue with the Google app and was patched in version 7.17.{{Cite web|date=2017-12-01|title=[Update: Latest Google app beta update has a fix] Google Assistant on Pixel 2 is not detecting voice input through Bluetooth headphones|url=https://www.androidpolice.com/2017/12/01/google-assistant-pixel-2-not-detecting-voice-input-bluetooth-headphones/|access-date=2021-03-02|website=Android Police|language=en-US|archive-date=December 1, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171201181351/https://www.androidpolice.com/2017/12/01/google-assistant-pixel-2-not-detecting-voice-input-bluetooth-headphones/|url-status=live}}
  • The Pixel 2 XL had an issue where heavy noise reduction filters distorted audio recordings. This was fixed in the November 2017 security patch.{{Cite web|last=Lee|first=Brandon|date=November 12, 2017|title=GOOGLE PIXEL 2 XL {{!}} Why's the Audio Recording On The Pixel 2 Video So Bad? Comparing Pre/Post-Update|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-9SJUDviV0|website=YouTube|access-date=March 2, 2021|archive-date=November 9, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201109032525/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-9SJUDviV0|url-status=live}}

Sales

In the United States, Verizon and Project Fi are the exclusive carriers for the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL. They are available direct-to-consumer for use on any wireless network through Google's online store, or from Best Buy and Target.{{Cite news|url=http://fortune.com/2017/10/04/pixel-2-best-deal-verizon/|title=Where to Get the Best Deal on the New Pixel 2|work=Fortune|access-date=2018-02-09|language=en|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180203204357/http://fortune.com/2017/10/04/pixel-2-best-deal-verizon/|archive-date=February 3, 2018|df=mdy-all}}

According to IDC Senior Research Director Francisco Jeronimo, Google shipped 3.9 million units in 2017, twice as much as Pixels sold in 2016.{{Cite news|url=https://www.forbes.com/sites/jeanbaptiste/2018/03/03/analysis-why-google-pixel-smartphones-sales-collapsed-in-2017/|title=Analysis: Why Google Pixel Smartphones Sales Collapsed In 2017|work=Forbes|date=March 3, 2018|access-date=October 10, 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181010100319/https://www.forbes.com/sites/jeanbaptiste/2018/03/03/analysis-why-google-pixel-smartphones-sales-collapsed-in-2017/|archive-date=October 10, 2018|url-status=live}}

On March 21, 2018, Google did a temporary offer where, if a consumer financed a Pixel for 2 years, they would receive a $200 cashback. This aimed to compete with the Samsung Galaxy S9 and iPhone X. The promotion ended March 31, 2018.[https://www.forbes.com/sites/jaymcgregor/2018/03/21/google-slashes-pixel-2-pixel-2xl-price-to-fight-off-apple-iphone-x-and-samsung-galaxy-s9/ Google Slashes Pixel 2 XL Price To Fight Off iPhone X And Galaxy S9] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180324164716/https://www.forbes.com/sites/jaymcgregor/2018/03/21/google-slashes-pixel-2-pixel-2xl-price-to-fight-off-apple-iphone-x-and-samsung-galaxy-s9/ |date=March 24, 2018 }}

On July 9, 2018, Google reduced the price of the Pixel 2 XL by US$100.{{Cite web |url=https://bgr.com/2018/07/09/google-pixel-2-xl-sale-google-deals-amazon-prime-day-2018/ |title=Google's new Pixel 2 XL deal is making it tough to wait for the Pixel 3 |date=July 9, 2018 |access-date=July 13, 2018 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180713141809/https://bgr.com/2018/07/09/google-pixel-2-xl-sale-google-deals-amazon-prime-day-2018/ |archive-date=July 13, 2018 |url-status=live }}{{Cite web |url=https://www.engadget.com/2018/07/09/google-sale/ |title=Google's summer sale cuts Home Max and Pixel 2 XL prices |date=July 9, 2018 |access-date=July 13, 2018 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180713164511/https://www.engadget.com/2018/07/09/google-sale/ |archive-date=July 13, 2018 |url-status=live }}{{Cite web |url=https://www.tomsguide.com/us/pixel-2-xl-deal-best-buy,news-27581.html |title=Huge Deal: Pixel 2 XL Price Slashed by $300 |date=July 9, 2018 |access-date=July 13, 2018 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180713141201/https://www.tomsguide.com/us/pixel-2-xl-deal-best-buy,news-27581.html |archive-date=July 13, 2018 |url-status=live }}

On October 12, 2018, The Pixel 2 XL was discounted by $300 for Verizon Wireless customers.{{Cite web |url=https://www.theverge.com/good-deals/2018/10/12/17969514/google-pixel-2-xl-best-buy-discount |title=The Google Pixel 2 XL costs $599 after 24 months at Best Buy |date=October 12, 2018 |access-date=October 13, 2018 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181013125428/https://www.theverge.com/good-deals/2018/10/12/17969514/google-pixel-2-xl-best-buy-discount |archive-date=October 13, 2018 |url-status=live }}{{Cite web |url=https://www.gsmarena.com/verizon_google_pixel_2_xl_discounted_by_300_at_best_buy-news-33725.php |title=Verizon Google Pixel 2 XL discounted by $300 at Best Buy |access-date=October 13, 2018 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181013172345/https://www.gsmarena.com/verizon_google_pixel_2_xl_discounted_by_300_at_best_buy-news-33725.php |archive-date=October 13, 2018 |url-status=live }}

On April 1, 2019, Google stopped selling both the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2XL on the Google Play Store.{{Cite web|url=https://www.androidpolice.com/2019/04/01/google-stops-selling-the-pixel-2-and-pixel-2-xl-on-its-store/|title=Google stops selling the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL on its store|date=2019-04-01|website=Android Police|language=en-US|access-date=2019-04-07|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190404214211/https://www.androidpolice.com/2019/04/01/google-stops-selling-the-pixel-2-and-pixel-2-xl-on-its-store/|archive-date=April 4, 2019|url-status=live}}

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