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Anyone Regret Buying This?

As the title asks, anyone regret buying this phone? I will be ordering mine shortly, but I have seen a few issues, like aluminium coating peeling off, purple tint in camera photos, back glass part being awfully scratch prone etc., so got me thinking a bit. Who are already using it, does it feel like worth the most expensive Android phone on the market?

I've been nothing but pleased with it. I always keep my phones in a case. I was really happy with my Nexus 6P and this phone has been the next logical step from that. Haven't once been disappointed by it.

No regrets so far after 2 weeks. Normally I've been the type that goes back to iOS after I play with Android quite a bit, but in my opinion, Google has achieved the stability of iOS on this phone. The only thing I miss is iMessage but it's really not that huge of a deal.

I just don't like the size. When i go back and hold my Axon 7, it feels tiny in comparison!

Thanks guys. So 100% positive feedback then. The main two reasons I am considering this are the software experience and the camera, while former is the main thing. Just having a mental cancer using these Samsung phones for long term. I have been told Pixel has THE BEST Android experience so far, I just wanted to know whether that's true or not.
Thanks once again for commenting guys.

ithehappy said:
Thanks guys. So 100% positive feedback then. The main two reasons I am considering this are the software experience and the camera, while former is the main thing. Just having a mental cancer using these Samsung phones for long term. I have been told Pixel has THE BEST Android experience so far, I just wanted to know whether that's true or not.
Thanks once again for commenting guys.
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I had a DE Note 4 since they were released and loved that phone. I recently got the Pixel XL (128gb) and actually like it better than my Note which says a lot.

I do but i think my problems are more N related. Also the assistant can't do things Google Now can which makes no sense.
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jaredstein21 said:
I do but i think my problems are more N related. Also the assistant can't do things Google Now can which makes no sense.
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I'm curious as to what things work with Google Now but not with the Assistant.

Assistant can't read you your text messages is the biggest one for me. Can't start stopwatch or do lists in Keep. Just does one list. There might be more but that's what I can think of right now.
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jaredstein21 said:
I do but i think my problems are more N related. Also the assistant can't do things Google Now can which makes no sense.
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Agreed. I have no problem with the dimensions and while many knocked it, I'm finding myself indifferent to the design language of the Pixel.
The phone runs like a dream. Unfortunately in my experience, Assistant does not. It really should be able to do some of the more basic things but to hold me over I've been using IFTT to somewhat offset it's limited functionality.
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Also the Bluetooth problem with GM products drives me nuts. Google takes too long to fix things. I believe Apple would have fixed that already. If it's not fixed on this next update I'm going to try really hard to return it. Doubt they will since I'm past my 15 days. I almost returned it everyday. The phone is good just too many bugs. Some were there in the previews and were never fixed. Fix those couple things and this is the best phone IMO.
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ithehappy said:
Thanks guys. So 100% positive feedback then. The main two reasons I am considering this are the software experience and the camera, while former is the main thing. Just having a mental cancer using these Samsung phones for long term. I have been told Pixel has THE BEST Android experience so far, I just wanted to know whether that's true or not.
Thanks once again for commenting guys.
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I was at first a little put off by the camera. I had a note 7 for like a week before the Pixel (The nexus 6p was my daily driver until I got the note 7). I really liked the Note 7 as well. Specifically the camera. And the Pixel XL camera seemed worse at first... Then I opened the pictures on my desktop. The Pixel XL was noticeably better. The screen on the Note 7 just made them seem better due to the super high color saturation, The pixel screen is much more true and neutral. Didn't mention it earlier.
It is in fact the best Google software experience I've had to date.

A solid no. I have had is a week now and I like more each day.
ithehappy said:
As the title asks, anyone regret buying this phone? I will be ordering mine shortly, but I have seen a few issues, like aluminium coating peeling off, purple tint in camera photos, back glass part being awfully scratch prone etc., so got me thinking a bit. Who are already using it, does it feel like worth the most expensive Android phone on the market?
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Yeah about that screen, well I really wish that they calibrated in even more naturally. In the sRGB mode even the phones like OnePlus 3 defeats it, in grayscale accuracy I mean, that's the thing I don't like, its still a device which can't defeat other flagship phones like S7, iPhone 7 etc., it should have been calibrated better. I HATE over saturation of any sorts.
PS: Decision is made, buying it, just now need to decide which one. God these bezels!
Thanks a lot for all your inputs guys, appreciate it.

I'm torn. Should I get rid of my HTC 10 and a get a pixel XL?

Reuben_skelz92 said:
I'm torn. Should I get rid of my HTC 10 and a get a pixel XL?
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I wouldn't.. S820 is now fully unlocked in nougat and the Phone is a beast
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Xperia U Lover said:
I wouldn't.. S820 is now fully unlocked in nougat and the Phone is a beast
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True..but bigger screen and more up to date software on the XL

not at all..i do like my pixel jr a bit more than my xl

Reuben_skelz92 said:
True..but bigger screen and more up to date software on the XL
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Bugger screen yes, but not big enough considering bezels.. My opinion is that the htc 10 is more fun phone and if u r a flash junky u will be happier with the 10 cus there isnt really much u can play with on the pixel cus of its pure stock android.. Dunno what u want in a phone but the htc in terms of software will be like month or max two behind the pixel
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So I've had my XL for nearly a month, and the jury is still out. I have a Mazda, and pretty much every other time I get in the car the phone will not stay connected to the car (and the car never recognizes the phone even when the phone says it is connected). There is a solution when this happens: turn off Bluetooth, turn it back on and then manually connect to the car. Then everything is fine.
Then there is the stutter-ringing. When someone NOT on my contact list calls for the first time, the phone rings for nearly a second, then acts like a hangup, then rings again, etc. until T-Mobile times out and sends the caller to voicemail. The call log shows 4-5 unanswered calls from that caller, and when it is stuttering, it is impossible to get the timing right and answer the call. Once the caller is in the call log, though, it works fine literally every time after that. Delete the call from the log, and it starts with that caller again. Does not do this with any contact or anyone in the call log.
Finally there is the weird times when the phone decides to lock even though it is connected to a trusted device, or is in a trusted location. Like 1-3 mornings per week when the phone decides sometime over night to make me re-enter my PIN even though it is connected to my watch AND at home, both with trust relationships. The rest of the week? No problem, no lock, business as usual.
The phone is great, it is fast and mostly works as expected. But there are just enough quirks to be seriously annoying. Plus this is supposed to be a consumer phone - I was more willing to be out there on the edge with my Nexus devices, but if I gave this to my Mom I would be on endless support calls. And I paid a premium price so the expectation is much higher.

Pixel Growing Old?

Ok so I don't know if I should have this discussion here or not but here it is.
How many are tired of their pixel I have a XL and Pixel both are unlocked and on stock they was originally on pure Nexus and at first I loved this phone but here lately I hardly even use my phone when I had my note 5 I always used it but idk if it's because I am getting older or what but I think I'm going to sell my pixels and move on to another device . Anyone else getting a lack of interest in the pixel?

Agree, you're getting older.
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Dewaynelives said:
Ok so I don't know if I should have this discussion here or not but here it is.
How many are tired of their pixel I have a XL and Pixel both are unlocked and on stock they was originally on pure Nexus and at first I loved this phone but here lately I hardly even use my phone when I had my note 5 I always used it but idk if it's because I am getting older or what but I think I'm going to sell my pixels and move on to another device . Anyone else getting a lack of interest in the pixel?
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You probably should've researched your phone buying choice more

The beautiful thing about the Pixel is that everything just works. I have an S8+ and don't really use it because it's just not a smooth experience. I also just got a OnePlus 5, and it's not really a match either (worse display & camera).

Your Pixel is not growing old.... you are.
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I love EAS the only reason I don't use other devices as a daily but the poor Speakers/Audio output is a killer for me for now I can deal with it since I use an External DAC but it's not convenient I hope Google addresses audio for the next Pixel

bobby janow said:
Agree, you're getting older.
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beauty of being an adult.... how bout you try growing alil yourself instead of insulting?

Nitemare3219 said:
The beautiful thing about the Pixel is that everything just works. I have an S8+ and don't really use it because it's just not a smooth experience. I also just got a OnePlus 5, and it's not really a match either (worse display & camera).
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i agree man it is a great device software wise and the camera is just beautiful lol i have had just about every device since the g1 and im telling you the pixel is a peice of work i think the design is what makes it so blah tho

clone1008 said:
Your Pixel is not growing old.... you are.
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HHAHAH i bout choked on my false teeth thanks for that joke kiddo

Captain Hindsight said:
You probably should've researched your phone buying choice more
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i have had just bout every phone since the G1,Mytouches,NOTES,S Series Phones,LG GSeries And V Series i buy and cell phones daily i have had alot of phonese research is not my problem i research them extensively. its just the pixel has lost the wow factor for me not saying it sucks or insulting it cause it still is the most smoothest pfonw available

Dewaynelives said:
HHAHAH i bout choked on my false teeth thanks for that joke kiddo
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Lol... kiddo? I am probably older than you.
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i do not understant why people cant have a conversation without insults. i am in no way downing the pixel i am just wondering how many of you are tired of it or are over it since it has lost the newness.... I have had alot of phone and there are only a couple phones tht i think would never loose the beauty of the device if only there was a way to update them and that is th MYTOUCH Fender Edition it was a phoe that stood out design wise i just miss that. the pixel it is great software wise but design wise it just seems lacking after a 6 months .

clone1008 said:
Lol... kiddo? I am probably older than you.
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probably sonny..... why dont you be a good youngen and respect your elders ;/ lol im just messing with ya dude
hope ya have a good day

I have a Pixel and Huawei, if it's not the mobile network provider which only offers CDMA, I'll definitely use my Pixel daily...

Dewaynelives said:
beauty of being an adult.... how bout you try growing alil yourself instead of insulting?
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Have you any idea how ridiculous your op is? There was no insult I was just mirroring your mature thoughts about growing old. Leave it at that and buy another device. You're getting older and this device is just not for old folks.
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I think all you Pixel lovers are going to be in for a rude surprise when these start failing in large numbers like the Nexus 6P did. This phone is poorly engineered and runs way too hot internally. Unless Google has managed to reinvent the wheel high temperatures and electronic components have never been a good combination. The Pixel also has truly dreadful speakers. The 6P sounded so much better Google should really be ashamed. They're charging 300 dollars more for a device that runs much hotter than the 6P and which actually sounds worse than a garbage phone that my friend got for 30 dollars at the Cricket Store. I honestly think Pixel owners are in complete denial when it comes to this phone. Yeah the Pixel runs fast and smooth but the CPU gets so hot to achieve that performance that you'll probably have to buy a new Pixel every two years.

I have no problem with Pixel manufacturing or design, aside from the frame not being glued to the screen in the top right corner, which every Pixel device has, no idea why.
My problem with Pixel is that it is a dumb phone compared to something like Note or even Galaxy. All it does is browse the internet, that's it. It does browse very fast, but I could have gotten an iPhone if I wanted a fast dumb phone...

Not a bright OP really, stuttered to figure the English out anyway.
No, not tired of the phone, seven months old mine, and I love it. Best android phone I've ever owned, all I ever wanted was smooth android and Pixel is the first one fulfilling my need, so I'm gonna keep it for as long as I can unless I am really sold to the next iteration. Garbage UI like Samsung and LG's exists, making Pixel the so much better phone anyway.
Pardon the troll above mine, as always.

Lmao the fact people can't take a joke and differentiate between a joke and seriousness is sad.... my op was a serious question all of you who had to make a attempt at being funny ruined a real conversation. It's funny that's y'all was ok with being a prick till it got turned around on you. This is the internet so best not get offended over pettiness. I still stand by my op. It's sad you can't have a conversation these days without some smart as es who gotta ruin it for everyone.....
The pixel could have been alor better idc who you are but is my opinion you could have contributed to this post instead you had to try and be funny. As for the conversation it's still open is like to hear you thoughts

bobby janow said:
Have you any idea how ridiculous your op is? There was no insult I was just mirroring your mature thoughts about growing old. Leave it at that and buy another device. You're getting older and this device is just not for old folks.
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Not for old folks? I'm 76 and loving the rooting and romming of my Marlin. But now that I know it's not for old folks I guess I'll have to get rid of it and dig out the old Star-Tac.

Broken glass

I have a nexus 6p, pixel xl with a lot of drops never a broken glass, my new pixel 2 xl broke after the first small drop. In going to call google to see how much it cost to fix it.
Really ?

I feel your pain, but you really need to do something about dropping your phone so much. I mean, what's going on!? It sounds like you're the sort of person who definitely needs an otter box case.
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Hope you bought the pixel care or w/e it's called.

I really don't know how people do it?! I think i dropped my phones (counted all together) within the last 8 years like... 3 times?
And im not too careful at all - get yourself a case dude. Or a chain like the ones for granny's glasses ?

blaze9090 said:
I really don't know how people do it?! I think i dropped my phones (counted all together) within the last 8 years like... 3 times?
And im not too careful at all - get yourself a case dude. Or a chain like the ones for granny's glasses
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Then he can use his Pixel to call for help when he's fallen and can't get up! Good old LifeCall.

Buy some bubble wrap the stuff with the big bubbles.
Then you can pop while you talk.

Sorry to hear that...it sucks! Did you end up contacting Google about options to fix or return it? Thanks.
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I have a nexus 6p, pixel xl with a lot of drops never a broken glass, my new pixel 2 xl broke after the first small drop. In going to call google to see how much it cost to fix it.
Really ?
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hammer7t said:
Sorry to hear that...it sucks! Did you end up contacting Google about options to fix or return it? Thanks.
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They told me to take it to ubreakifix is going to be $219. I looked everywhere to see if other had the problems but so far nobody else posted anything. Probably just bad luck.

Pixel 2 XL or something else

So, it's about that time. I have a Nexus 6p, and it's dog slow, so I really need a new phone. I'm on VZW, and they're having a 50% off sale, so I'm pretty seriously considering the 2 XL. However, I've been hearing some not so great things about it, but also how if you get a good device, it's great.
So... Does anyone have any real world experience with it who can recommend it (or not)? And if not, is there another VZW phone you would recommend?
I'm not even necessarily going to be rooting this time around, so that's not a requirement, but having the option would be nice. Other than that, something with a similar screen size, I don't want to go back to a 5" device.
Thanks in advance guys, and happy Turkey day to my fellow Americans!

sfreemanoh said:
So, it's about that time. I have a Nexus 6p, and it's dog slow, so I really need a new phone. I'm on VZW, and they're having a 50% off sale, so I'm pretty seriously considering the 2 XL. However, I've been hearing some not so great things about it, but also how if you get a good device, it's great.
So... Does anyone have any real world experience with it who can recommend it (or not)? And if not, is there another VZW phone you would recommend?
I'm not even necessarily going to be rooting this time around, so that's not a requirement, but having the option would be nice. Other than that, something with a similar screen size, I don't want to go back to a 5" device.
Thanks in advance guys, and happy Turkey day to my fellow Americans!
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I'm on Verizon and feel it's the best android device experience yet. I'd say get one and test drive it to make sure that's what you want but you surely won't be disappointed especially if your 6p is dog slow, these things are lightning fast. Happy turkey day!

sfreemanoh said:
So, it's about that time. I have a Nexus 6p, and it's dog slow, so I really need a new phone. I'm on VZW, and they're having a 50% off sale, so I'm pretty seriously considering the 2 XL. However, I've been hearing some not so great things about it, but also how if you get a good device, it's great.
So... Does anyone have any real world experience with it who can recommend it (or not)? And if not, is there another VZW phone you would recommend?
I'm not even necessarily going to be rooting this time around, so that's not a requirement, but having the option would be nice. Other than that, something with a similar screen size, I don't want to go back to a 5" device.
Thanks in advance guys, and happy Turkey day to my fellow Americans!
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Get an original Pixel XL. If you don't you'll probably end up getting one a month down the road anyway after you return the 2XL. The issues are real. I sent mine back for a refund and keep returning here hoping to see the issues are fixed so I can reorder but it seems to only get worse. Reasons I sent mine back for refund:
Blue screen I could live with. I actually liked the sRGB display and use it on the Pixel XL. Blue screen + Bluetooth disconnections, missed touches/touchscreen responsiveness, terrible audio while recording, and random reboots were the deciding factors. Sure, Google says they'll fix it in an update.. but when? No thanks, I'll wait.
I'll be holding out for a Pixel 3 if they release one after this mess and I definitely won't be one of first to buy one this time. I also came from a 6P and am very happy with the Pixel XL. Since you're on Verizon like I am there is not much else to choose from.
Whatever you choose, DO NOT BUY FROM VZW. If you do you will kick yourself later because you bought a locked bootloader that will never be unlocked.

cryppie said:
Get an original Pixel XL. If you don't you'll probably end up getting one a month down the road anyway after you return the 2XL. The issues are real. I sent mine back for a refund and keep returning here hoping to see the issues are fixed so I can reorder but it seems to only get worse. Reasons I sent mine back for refund:
Blue screen I could live with. I actually liked the sRGB display and use it on the Pixel XL. Blue screen + Bluetooth disconnections, missed touches/touchscreen responsiveness, terrible audio while recording, and random reboots were the deciding factors. Sure, Google says they'll fix it in an update.. but when? No thanks, I'll wait.
I'll be holding out for a Pixel 3 if they release one after this mess and I definitely won't be one of first to buy one this time. I also came from a 6P and am very happy with the Pixel XL. Since you're on Verizon like I am there is not much else to choose from.
Whatever you choose, DO NOT BUY FROM VZW. If you do you will kick yourself later because you bought a locked bootloader that will never be unlocked.
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So, I actually ended up getting one on Black Friday, and the only issue I have with it is the missed touches. And yeah, that's HELLA annoying, and it happens all the time. But I listen to podcasts whenever I'm in my car, and I've had zero BT disconnects, and zero reboots. I don't do any audio recording though, so I can't comment on that. And about 2 weeks into it, I'm honestly not even missing root. I barely used it for the last 1-2 years on my Nexus 6P, and going from that to never using it on my 2 XL isn't much of a change.

sfreemanoh said:
So, I actually ended up getting one on Black Friday, and the only issue I have with it is the missed touches. And yeah, that's HELLA annoying, and it happens all the time. But I listen to podcasts whenever I'm in my car, and I've had zero BT disconnects, and zero reboots. I don't do any audio recording though, so I can't comment on that. And about 2 weeks into it, I'm honestly not even missing root. I barely used it for the last 1-2 years on my Nexus 6P, and going from that to never using it on my 2 XL isn't much of a change.
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Are you on 8.0 or 8.1? I was having extreme reboots, but as soon as I reset factor and updated to 8.1 I haven't had any reboots or missed touches, and the recording quality is fixed in 8.1.

Has anyone ever resolved GPS losing lock?

Pixel 2 XL, as I see many people say, is the best phone i've ever owned. I've owned Nexus 4 and Nexus 5X. My last ones were Xperia XZ and S7 Edge. Sincerely, Pixel 2 XL makes XZ and S7 look like a toy when I hold then in my hand
It was very hard to find a defect on Pixel 2 XL, however unfortunately it happened. Travelling to another city I set Waze and then google maps just to see GPS fix was not successful, only at times. Then I searched here this forum a user saying that turning off mobile data could help. It did, most of the time I disable mobile data, GPS fixes instantly.
It would be hard for me to get a replacement, since there's no google store in my country.
Can this problem be solved? Thanks!

quera said:
Pixel 2 XL, as I see many people say, is the best phone i've ever owned. I've owned Nexus 4 and Nexus 5X. My last ones were Xperia XZ and S7 Edge. Sincerely, Pixel 2 XL makes XZ and S7 look like a toy when I hold then in my hand
It was very hard to find a defect on Pixel 2 XL, however unfortunately it happened. Travelling to another city I set Waze and then google maps just to see GPS fix was not successful, only at times. Then I searched here this forum a user saying that turning off mobile data could help. It did, most of the time I disable mobile data, GPS fixes instantly.
It would be hard for me to get a replacement, since there's no google store in my country.
Can this problem be solved? Thanks!
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Try reflashing the stock firmware then doing a hard wipe to see if it's a defect. If that doesn't fix it then you're SOL until you get home I think
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browniegirl said:
Try reflashing the stock firmware then doing a hard wipe to see if it's a defect. If that doesn't fix it then you're SOL until you get home I think
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I agree with this guy.
I would argue that it is Waze's fault. I hate that app more than any other app. jk I know it's not waze's fault...I just seriously HATE it.

twiz0r said:
I agree with this guy.
I would argue that it is Waze's fault. I hate that app more than any other app. jk I know it's not waze's fault...I just seriously HATE it.
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I found the same with Waze. Went back to Google Maps app exclusively.

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Try reflashing the stock firmware then doing a hard wipe to see if it's a defect. If that doesn't fix it then you're SOL until you get home I think
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wtherrell said:
I found the same with Waze. Went back to Google Maps app exclusively.
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ya the directions aren't as good for me and it is impossible for me to log into old accounts sometimes (I've lost 2 crown accounts). Seriously...you are owned by Google now, attach to my Google account.
Sorry about the hijack of the thread! I haven't heard about any GPS issues so the suggestion to start from scratch is the best I can think of