10 Google Pixel 2 Features You’ll Love & 1 You’ll Hate

Here is what’s new with the Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL. Now that both of Google’s phones are official, buyers are looking to see what’s new and if they’re worth buying. That’s why we’re showing you some of the best Pixel 2 features you’ll use daily and absolutely love.

While not a lot changed from what Google delivered last year, they do have a lot to offer. Google paired excellent hardware with software that’s faster, smarter, and just works. Then, added in machine learning to create some truly unique features.

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The original Pixel had the best camera of any smartphone. This year they stepped things up a notch in that category, and everywhere else. From a better screen, dual front-facing speakers, the Google Lens and Assistant apps built-in and much more. All of this combines for an experience you can only get from Google.

With the new Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL there are plenty of brand new features or controls that you will love. That said, here are the most exciting Pixel 2 features you’ll get when they start shipping on October 17th.

• Bigger 6-inch edge-to-edge Display (on the bigger XL)
• Dual Front-Facing Stereo Speakers
• IP67 Dust & Water-Resistance
• Always-On Display
• Now Playing Instant Song Recognition even when phone is off
• Google Lens Built-In
• Active Edge (squeezable frame) to launch Google Assistant and more
• Amazing Camera Experiences
• Augmented Reality Features
• Better Battery Life & Fast Charging

Those are just a few of many things that make the new Pixel 2 a great smartphone. They run the latest version of Android, there’s a new security chip inside to keep our phones safe, and they’ll get updates ahead of any other Android phone on the market. However, there is one feature you’ll hate.

• No 3.5mm headphone jack

While Google made a point to mention they had a 3.5mm headphone jack last year, that’s no longer an option on the new Pixel 2 lineup. Just like Apple, Motorola and many other manufacturers, they removed the headphone jack. That said, these phones both have dual stereo front-facing speakers, which should make up for it a little bit.

In closing, our slideshow below goes into more detail about each one of the 10 features listed above. We’ll explain everything that makes the camera great, how water-resistant the Pixel really is, and what you can do with Google Lens. Additionally, these phones run the latest Android 8.0 Oreo, and it’s loaded with neat new features too.

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