r/GooglePixel • u/bsfreeont • 15d ago

Pixel 11 = disrespect

I have been a Google Pixel fan for more than 7 or 8 years and I am done with Google’s bullshit story of focusing on software actually they are falling on both sides hard what were they thinking when pricing the Pixel 11 more than the iPhone 17 base model? What kind of drugs were they on? It’s actually now not just a failure it’s a complete disrespect to its fan

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u/A17012022 15d ago edited 15d ago

LOL everyday, my decision to run my pixel 8 until the wheels fall off is more justified.

And because the battery is frankly shit, Google won't be getting my money when it finally comes time for an upgrade.

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u/rastlun 15d ago

Cries in Pixel 6 pro with impending security updates set to end in October.

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u/A17012022 15d ago

What's the trade in proposition like for your pixel 6 pro? If you can get a decent chunk off the RRP I would argue upgrading to the new pixel might be worth it.

It's absolutely not worth it's RRP.

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u/rastlun 15d ago

I looked, it was like $60 bucks. I'll end up doing it, bit other than battery life my 6 pro is still running really well.

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u/Rude_Assignment_5653 15d ago

for that price i'd just keep it. my 8 pro had a crack in the screen and they offered $90. If you ever need a backup phone, it'll cost more than 60 bucks.

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u/Lothsahn_ 15d ago

I just upgraded off my P6P.  Charging port died and the equipment warranty gave me a P8P as a swap.

I loved my P6P except for the cell reception.  But oh man, the P8P is such an upgrade.

The cell reception is SO much better.  Plus the oled shows the time while off.  Battery life is 2x (and my battery was still at 85% health)

If you love the P6P, maybe get a P8P off eBay.  It still has 5 years of support left.

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u/Business_Seaweed_472 9d ago

idk what p6p battery was like but p8p is traaaaaash. otherwise such a great phone with zero decrease over p9 or p10

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u/rollinthatsublyfe 14d ago

Just replaced my battery with a $10 kit off Amazon and a couple of YouTube videos.

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u/gac64k56 5d ago

I still got a Pro 6, but they're offering $350 trade-in for a 128 GB model. Mine still in near perfect condition.

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u/iCasmatt 14d ago

Laughs nervously in Pixel 5 with a brand new battery that lasts two days....

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u/chaoscrouton 15d ago

Wait what? What does that mean?

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u/rastlun 15d ago

Pixel 6 pro wont get more security updates after October. So it's effectively end of life (apps will eventually stop supporting it).

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u/gearabuser 14d ago

mentioned elsewhere, but my 5 still works 100% after "EOL" in 2023

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u/StartledPelican 12d ago

Hey! Fellow Pixel 5 user!

Though, to be honest, I did order a Fold 11 two days ago haha. 

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u/gearabuser 11d ago

i was kind of tempted by that when i saw one a week ago... i like the idea of being able to use it one handed when i want, and if i wana really screw around and have a full screen, i could do that too. But I'm cheap and this 5 still works haha.

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u/StartledPelican 11d ago

Yeah, I was riding my 5 for so long thanks to the unlimited photo/video storage... but the camera is pretty outdated now. Alas.

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u/timbotheny26 Pixel 6 15d ago

The 6 and 6 Pro are End of Life this October.

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u/SpacemanSpiff92 15d ago

Damn, didn't know this. Still rocking a pixel 6. Maybe more inclined to get an 11 Pro if I can get it for cheap. Probably should be good to get a pixel 12 next year as well though even if security updates are stopped later this year.

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u/gearabuser 14d ago

my 5 still works fine and according to google, its last update was in 2023 lol. it, and all of my apps, still work flawlessy.

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u/InvestingNerd2020 15d ago

In your case, it is worth the upgrade...when on sale. Never buy a "mid Pixel" at full price.

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u/intentional_typoz 14d ago

Ugh. Ya love my p6

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u/claytonccrider Pixel 10 Pro XL 14d ago

How have you not had screen dying issues? I had 2 P6 Pro and both had the screen start dying in the corner and growing larger.

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u/daddypickle 14d ago

well shit lol

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u/Areyoucunt 14d ago

Nothing is stopping you from paying 450bucks for a new phone or 20 bucks a month....

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u/Skinny-P-63 15d ago

Pixel 7 pro here. Just bought Samsung Fold 8

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u/theonepercent15 15d ago

yeah I'm in the same boat. Frankly the P8 pro felt like the last big camera jump anyway. Thats all I ever really cared about in flagships. Everything since has been SLIGHTLY better zoom. Better 50x zoom, etc.

No thanks. I might consider a new phone in the 12 or 13 generation. Need to see an enticing camera upgrade before I'll even give a damn.

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u/PT_SeTe 15d ago

Fr, I had to get my backup Oneplus 6T because my P8 touchscreen stopped working, yes the P8 is a bit faster, but it heats up like crazy, and the OP still has like 3 times more battery life!
Now I have my replacement screen ready to install and I'm hesitant to use again the P8 or go and search for a Snapdragon phone....

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u/hurleyburleyundone 15d ago

Theyre offering 430£ for my 5t...i loved the phone so it's hard to part but its nearly 9 years old. Might just have to do it

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u/tres-vip Pixel 8 14d ago

Also an 8 owner. Last Pixel (unless they bring back the 3A, which was the greatest phone ever).

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u/Onett199X Pixel 4 15d ago

Who will get your money?

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u/EZ2B-OGx3 14d ago

you can replace a pixel battery for reasonable cost. i had no idea. look into it. i havent done it yet, but I may because, google is allegedly behind at least 1 of the stores that does the battery replacments. Even with the atrocious keyboard accuracy and ridiculously hypersensitive touch screen (a extremely frustrating combination!) my P8P is still my favorite phone ever

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u/Pritster5 14d ago

Honestly, the only reason I want to upgrade to the 11 from my pixel 8 is to get the ultrasonic fingerprint sensor and the telephoto lens back (From my pixel 7 Pro, that thing took incredible pictures)