For tech-savvy users, the device is still supported by community software like LineageOS, which can bring newer versions of Android to the old hardware. What Should You Buy Instead?
The Pixel 2 reached its official "end-of-life" in October 2020 . It has not received a security patch or Android version update in over five years, leaving it highly vulnerable to modern malware and hacking.
After nearly a decade, most original Pixel 2 batteries will be severely degraded, offering only a few hours—or even minutes—of use.