Google has launched two new flagship smartphones: the Pixel 2 and the Pixel 2 XL. The latter features a longer bezel-less screen, but both gadgets showcase Google’s vision of the ideal Android smartphones. As we know well already, there is no “ideal phone”. People have different preferences and priorities. So before you order one online or go to the store to grab it, you need to know a few things. Price and Availability Both the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL are available for pre-order now, and shipping starts on October 17. You can place orders at the Google Store. Pixel 2:...
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