The Pixel 10 Pro XL appears to have outperformed the iPhone 17 Pro, though it is unclear what specific aspects of the phones were compared. Some Pixel users have been experiencing issues, including a bug that could affect holiday photos and a glitch that may cause chats to disappear after switching from Samsung Messages. It is also possible to install beta updates and access early updates on Google Pixel phones, but users should be cautious of potential issues, such as data loss or the end of free trials.