Google Pixel 11 Series Set for August 12 Launch: Everything We Know So Far
The Google Pixel 11 series is confirmed for an August 12, 2026, unveiling at the Made by Google event in New York City, with leaks pointing to a powerful 2nm Tensor G6 chip, a MediaTek M90 modem, and the innovative 'Pixel Glow' notification feature. Expected to start around USD 899 in the US and INR 86,450 in India, the lineup is set to offer enhanced displays.
The tech world is buzzing as Google prepares to host its annual "Made by Google" event on August 12, 2026, in New York City, at 6 p.m. ET. The event is widely anticipated to be the launchpad for the next generation of Google's flagship smartphones: the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL, and the foldable Pixel 11 Pro Fold. Pre-orders for the new lineup are expected to commence on the same day, with retail availability potentially beginning as early as August 20, 2026, for most models.
Next-Gen Tensor G6 and MediaTek Modem
A significant upgrade expected across the Pixel 11 series is the new Google Tensor G6 chipset. Reports indicate this SoC will be manufactured using TSMC's advanced 2nm process, promising enhanced power efficiency and performance over its predecessors. Leaked specifications suggest the Tensor G6 will feature a 1x ARM C1-Ultra core clocked at 4.11GHz, four ARM C1-Pro cores at 3.38GHz, and two ARM C1-Pro cores at 2.65GHz. Powering graphics will reportedly be a PowerVR C-Series CXTP-48-1536 GPU, complemented by the Google Titan M3 security chip for robust data protection. Google Unveils Pixel 11: Pixel Glow Feature and August 12 Pre-Order Date Confirmed.
In a notable departure, Google is rumored to be switching from Samsung Exynos modems to a MediaTek M90 (MT6986D) modem for the Tensor G6, a change that has surfaced in FCC filings for the Pixel 11 Pro Fold and could lead to improved thermal management and connectivity. The devices are expected to ship with Android 17 and leverage Google's latest advancements in Gemini Intelligence, which Google has hinted will be a major focus of the event. Google Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro Fold Price Details, New Colours Leaked Ahead of Launch.
Display, Battery, and Camera Enhancements
The Pixel 11 and Pixel 11 Pro are largely expected to retain a 6.3-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, while the Pixel 11 Pro XL is rumored to sport a larger 6.8-inch OLED display. The Pixel 11 Pro Fold may feature a 6.5-inch outer OLED panel. All models are tipped to benefit from a new, more power-efficient Samsung M16 OLED panel, potentially offering brighter and more color-accurate visuals.
Battery capacities are rumored to see slight variations across the series. The standard Pixel 11 is expected to pack a 4,985 mAh battery, the Pixel 11 Pro a 4,850 mAh unit, the Pixel 11 Pro XL a 5,115 mAh battery, and the Pixel 11 Pro Fold a 4,750 mAh cell. Fast wired charging at 30W and 15W Qi2 wireless charging are also anticipated.
For photography, the Pixel 11 is rumored to feature an upgraded 50MP primary sensor. The Pro models may continue with a triple camera setup, with expectations for software-driven improvements. A 13MP front-facing camera is widely expected across the series.
'Pixel Glow' and Pricing Outlook
Google has officially teased a new hardware element called "Pixel Glow," an LED array expected to be integrated into the camera bar. This feature is rumored to provide subtle light and color cues for notifications, similar to Nothing's Glyph interface. Design-wise, the Pixel 11 series is expected to largely resemble its predecessor, though with rumored thinner bezels and an all-black camera bar.
Storage configurations are set to start at 256GB across the lineup, with the 128GB option reportedly being dropped. The base Pixel 11 is rumored to feature 12GB of RAM, while Pro models could offer 12GB of RAM for the 256GB variant, and up to 16GB for higher storage configurations. Leaked Amazon listings suggest a price increase for the series. The Pixel 11 is tipped to start at USD 899 in the US, a USD 100 jump from the Pixel 10's 128GB base model.
Expected US Pricing (Leaked):
- Pixel 11 (256GB):Â USD 899
- Pixel 11 Pro (256GB):Â USD 1,099
- Pixel 11 Pro XL (256GB):Â USD 1,299
- Pixel 11 Pro Fold (256GB):Â USD 1,899
Indian consumers should brace for a premium pricing structure, with the Pixel 11 expected to start around INR 86,450. The Pixel 11 Pro could see an expected starting price of approximately INR 1,05,600. Color options, according to various leaks, could include Frost, Pistachio, Hibiscus, and Obsidian for the Pixel 11, while Pro variants may offer shades like Olive, Obsidian, Canyon, and Fog.
With the official reveal just weeks away, the full extent of Google's innovations and final pricing will soon be confirmed.
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