I tried to survive with a Google Pixel XL in 2025; here’s how it went

I've always enjoyed the original Google Pixel XL in Really Blue. The Pixel 2 XL gets all the attention, and rightfully so, but something about the Pixel XL's design appeals to me. Until recently, it was the last time Google got aggressive with pigmentation on a phone, and I loved its clean aesthetic. It also reminds me of when Google kept its Android software mostly stock, and I enjoyed my experience with the phone.