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This is true, but building from source isn't very hard. (I also don't care for the Pixel -- I have no desire to upgrade from my Nexus 6 and recommend it to others seeking a de-Googled phone.)

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I had a nexus 6 for 2 years. Just replaced it last month with an iPhone 8+. My experience with the nexus was horrible and I will never buy another android phone. The quality of the hardware is just abysmal. I hope the iPhone proves itself better.

I have had only a single problem with my Nexus 6, as far as hardware goes: the USB port on the bottom sucks. On the other hand, there is an obviously superior way to charge the phone, since it supports Qi charging, which I have stations for at my office and home. I only need to use the port when flashing a new ROM (it works, but only in precise alignment).

You should provide some actual claims about the problems you had with the hardware rather than just complaining.

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