Google Pixel 6/Pixel 6 Pro

TheRona · 28-04-2022 7:34pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118989619#Comment_118989619

Have you tried going into settings / apps/ tidal and made sure battery is unrestricted for tidal? A lot of people seem to have connectivity issues still, by the sound of it.

StereoSound · 29-04-2022 10:50am

Im waiting for the pixel 6a to arrive, I do want to get the regular pixel 6 but I'm worried about all the issues :/..

I really like the camera on the pixel phones , that and a few years software updates is what attracts me to it. I have a Poco F3 at the minute and there is nothing wrong with it per say other then the camera taking hit and miss photos which bothers me.

Explosive_Cornflake · 29-04-2022 10:56am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118992273#Comment_118992273

IMO the issues are blown out of proportion. Online you'll only see negative comments. I've had a launch day 6 pro and I've not had any issues.For similar reasons I jumped over to google, the 5 years of updates is enticing.

StereoSound · 29-04-2022 10:59am

I might pull the trigger on the regular 6, where is the best place to buy one ?

TheRona · 29-04-2022 3:29pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118992315#Comment_118992315

Vodafone switch and save, €600.

StereoSound · 29-04-2022 5:54pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118993850#Comment_118993850

Is it worth buying one from adverts ? I see a few sellers selling them for less then 600. They imported pixels and would there be warranty issues buying off those kind of sellers ?

wassie · 01-05-2022 1:31am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118992304#Comment_118992304

Same. Im streaming Tidal and TV in HD on 4G & 5G without issue. Acutally been forcing it to 4G lately as my speeds have been 80mbs+ which is more than enough formy needs and it maxes out battery life to about a day and a half. When on 5G it goes down to a day.

King_Joffery · 03-05-2022 6:05pm

I am after damaging my 6 pro rear camera sensor. Dropped a weight in the gym and it clipped the back corner. Rear cover class is smashed,when taking a photo, it looks like a damaged the sensor. Purple bubble on screen.

What are my options now. Where can I send it for repair. Is it possible to sign up for insurance and claim back via them?

Thank you

TheRona · 03-05-2022 7:04pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119010964#Comment_119010964

Just contact Google regarding repairs.

You can go the insurance route, but it is fraud.

King_Joffery · 03-05-2022 10:31pm

I going with fonfix. Hopefully it all works out. I'll won't be going through the insurance route. I've learned my lesson!

04-05-2022 5:15pm

Probably not an issue with the phone but with Spotify, has anyone had an issue with Spotify auto staring once closed and playing music? happened at 3am last night but occurs randomly I think I might have come up with a temporary fix of long pressing the Spotify icon and clicking the option to force close the app but I'm hoping there is a better fix.

harmless · 09-05-2022 11:24am

The 6 and the 6 pro have a €100 discount right now on the google store.

Is this considered a good phone reliable phone?

Most the time I use my phone to listen to podcasts. I live rural and some phones can't get a signal here. I'm worried about that and blutooth bugs would be a big problem form me. It's the camera that has tempted me to buy the 6(not pro).

Were all the problems people have been complaining about just softwatre or does the phone have hardware issues?

wassie · 09-05-2022 12:25pm

Software related to updates most of which has been resolved. Im not aware of any hardware issues. Im loving the phone, but I have switched off 5G as I found the phone can get quite warm and uses a lot more battery. 4G has been grand (still get speeds 100mbs+) and no issues with coverage. Camera is brillant, especially the magic eraser.

Bluetooth has never been an issue for me. Just checked now - I have 12 different bluetooth devices setup and all working fine.

harmless · 09-05-2022 9:19pm

Sounds good, I'll get it and return if I have any issues in the first 10 days or so.

I hadn't planned on using 5g as I can't get it most of the time but do you know why only two Irish networks support 5g with the pixel?

https://pixel.withgoogle.com/5G/

Not a good sign when they show the Irish flag but call it the USA :(

pandabat · 10-05-2022 6:54pm

Think it's mentioned way back in the thread somewhere but it's effectively to do with partnering with Google and official network testing afaik. Nothing hardware wise stopping compatibility as I understand it but Google would need to enable 5G for the other operators in carrier services. I don't get 5G because I'm with GoMo (Eir) but tbh I don't find that I need it and good 4G is more than enough in my experience. Usually have to pay more for 5G too

harmless · 11-05-2022 8:39pm

Yeah 5 Mbs is probably the maxium bandwith I ever need. The most demanding thing I do is stream video.

It arrieved today and I have no issue with connectivity, if anything it's slightly better than my old phone.

Really impressed with it excect for the fingerprint sensor which works fine but is very slow. I just set my fitbit as a trusted device that I wear most the time and that keeps my phone unlocked.

Mr E · 11-05-2022 9:30pm

Has anyone installed the Android 13 Beta on their Pixel 6?

Seems like it's easy to do (just sign up for beta and you get an OTA update), but I won't do it if it isn't very stable...

https://www.androidpolice.com/how-to-install-android-developer-previews/

mossie · 11-05-2022 9:55pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119048544#Comment_119048544

I have downloaded it. It's mostly stable but I've been having a few random reboots.

Royale with Cheese · 11-05-2022 9:56pm

The 6a has been announced, ships end of July. $449 so likely €450 in Ireland. The standard 6 currently on sale at €549 looks a better deal to me. The extra €100 is worth it to go from 60hz to 90hz and get the improved main camera.

S.M.B. · 11-05-2022 10:44pm

Was waiting for today's announcement to decide whether to go with the 6 now, the 6a in July or hold out for the 7. I'm actually none the wiser. That sale price fit the 6 doesn't appear to be available in the UK :(

Nickindublin · 12-05-2022 8:50am

Im looking to upgrade my Pixel 5 and am torn between the S22 ultra and 6 Pro ATM. 6 pro for price/camera but S22 for display and less bugs and i have a Galaxy book and buds. Samsung has reduced the prices in USA but not here. Then google teased us with th 7 pro and now im all confused and should i wait. ATM the 6 Pro is €799 and the S22 Ultra is €1299 but i get Rev 15% discount and €180 trade in for my Pixel 5 so works out at€924 i think.

Shlippery · 12-05-2022 12:14pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119048709#Comment_119048709

https://store.google.com/product/pixel_6a?hl=en-ie

Looks good - really looking forward to Pixel Watch too but will have to wait til Autumn when Pixel 7 is released..

micks_address · 12-05-2022 2:34pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119048544#Comment_119048544

i installed today on my pixel 6 pro... immediately noticed the phone feels much faster... early days so will keep an eye on it

marcbrophy · 12-05-2022 4:03pm

I'm just doing this at the moment, and Android 13 is installing as I type 😁

If you're currently part of the Android 12 Beta Program, you'll need to opt out of it and opt into the Android 13 Beta Program. Google says that you will receive an OTA update to revert back to the most recent public version, but you can safely ignore that OTA and wait for the Android 13 Beta 2 OTA to show up. You don't have to wipe your phone if you're on the Android 12 Beta Program unless "you only see one program option to enroll in," after opting out, according to Google.

12-05-2022 5:44pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119052012#Comment_119052012

Be careful with the betas, sometimes banking apps don't work as I found out last time. It was full release before mine worked, should've held off

Mr E · 12-05-2022 6:02pm

If any AIB customers have the beta, can you see if their banking app works?

Also check Revolut. 🙂

If they work, I'll chance it over the weekend.

mossie · 12-05-2022 6:27pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119052562#Comment_119052562

Revolut works fine anyway

micks_address · 12-05-2022 6:29pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119052562#Comment_119052562

Both aib and revolut working fine on beta. Google maps acted up on me on Android auto coming home but hopefully was once off

12-05-2022 6:42pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119052562#Comment_119052562

It was Crytpto.com, I have funds on there and have their 3% cashback visa that needs to be topped up. I've held off on installing this time until I know it works

marcbrophy · 12-05-2022 8:38pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119052486#Comment_119052486

BOI and Revolut seem to work fine anyway 👍

Google Pixel 6/Pixel 6 Pro

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