Pixel 11 Pro news
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The gist
Google unveiled the Pixel 11 series on Aug 12, 2026, with preorders open and general availability Aug 20. The Pro models start at $1,099, featuring a 50MP main camera and.
Background
Google announced the Pixel 11 series at its Made by Google 2026 event on August 12, 2026. The lineup includes the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL, and Pixel 11 Pro Fold, along with the Pixel Watch 5. Preorders began the same day, with general availability on August 20. The new phones feature the Tensor G6 chip, improved cameras, and new AI features like HiLight and Magic Capture.
How it unfolded
- Aug 12, 2026Google announced the Pixel 11 series at Made by Google 2026, with preorders opening the same day at 10 am ET.
- Aug 12, 2026AT&T and Verizon opened preorders for the Pixel 11 series, offering various deals and trade-in offers.
- Aug 20, 2026General availability of the Pixel 11 series begins, with devices hitting shelves and shipping to customers.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- The Pixel 11 Pro's price increase to $1,099 is offset by more base storage, keeping it competitive.
- Public
- Hands-on reviewers praised the new colors and camera improvements, calling the Pixel 11 series a significant upgrade.
- Caution
- Some reviewers noted that the Pixel 11 Pro Fold is not a reinvention but a refinement, with incremental improvements.
Still unverified
The 120x Pro Zoom's AI enhancement may not accurately represent people, as Google prevents it from enhancing human subjects. This is based on a single source's observation.