Everything you need to know about the Google Pixel 2 XL’s display woes

The Google Pixel 2 series was met with near-universal acclaim upon launch, but even from then it was clear the displays would be, umm, divisive. In particular, the XL’s LG-made display has been a point of frustration, arguments, and overall frumpiness due to a combination of Google’s software and hardware choices. I called it my favorite phone of the year in my review, but have been disheartened by some of the drama surrounding the display. So now I’m here to break down the se