How to set up a new Google Pixel 2 using the setup wizard
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- When you use your Google Pixel 2 for the first time, it will take you through a setup wizard and help you set up some key features. For example, you can enable the Device Protection feature by adding a Google account and setting a screen lock.
Device Protection helps to protect your phone from being used if it's lost or stolen. Even if your Google Pixel 2 is erased, your Google account password will be required before anyone can use it.
Please note: the steps may differ depending on the options selected. Simply follow the prompts on the Google Pixel 2 to complete the setup wizard. - 1. Scroll to the desired language and touch START.
- 2. Touch the desired Wi-Fi network.
- 3. Enter the network password and touch CONNECT.
- 4. Wait while the phone checks for updates.
- 5. Touch Set up as new.
- 6. Sign in to your Google account or create a new one. To sign in, touch Email or phone, enter your Google account email address and touch NEXT.
Note: A Google account is needed to use certain features such as Device Protection, Google Hangouts and Google Play Store. - 7. Enter your Google account password and touch NEXT.
- 8. Touch I AGREE.
- 9. Touch NEXT.
- 10. Enter your desired PIN and touch NEXT.
- 11. Re-enter your PIN and touch OK.
- 12. Place your finger on the fingerprint sensor repeatedly until the scan is complete.
- 13. Touch NEXT.
- 14. Touch CONTINUE.
- 15. Touch GET STARTED.
- 16. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the Google Assistant.
- 17. A list of options will appear and you can touch the sliders to enable or disable them. Touch MORE to scroll down the list.
- 18. Touch AGREE when you are ready to continue.
- 19. Touch NO THANKS.
- 20. Wait while the phone finishes setting up; it will then be ready to use.