Google Pixel 11 Launch: Everything Announced at Made by Google 2026

Google unveiled the Pixel 11 lineup at the Made by Google 2026 event in New York City on August 12. The lineup includes the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL, and Pixel 11 Pro Fold.

Google has confirmed the following starting prices for the Pixel 11 lineup:

The Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, and Pixel 11 Pro XL start with 256GB of storage, while Google has announced the Pixel 11 Pro Fold with a starting price of $1,899 in the U.S.

Google Pixel 11: Expected Specifications

The Pixel 11 is the base model in Google's new smartphone lineup.

• Processor: Google Tensor G6
• Display: 6.3-inch Actua display with up to 120Hz refresh rate.
• Storage: 256GB and 512GB options.
• Charging: The Pixel 11 supports faster charging, including Qi2.2 wireless charging at up to 25W.
• Cameras: The Pixel 11 features a new 48MP main sensor with improved light sensitivity and a 5x telephoto lens supporting up to 30x Super Zoom.
• Starting price: $899 in the U.S. and ₹89,999 in India.

Several leak reports have highlighted the processor and display specifications although Google hasn’t confirmed them yet.

Google Pixel 11 Pro: Expected Specifications

The Pixel 11 Pro introduces upgraded cameras, a brighter display, enhanced durability, and Google's new Tensor G6 processor.

• Processor: Tensor G6 with Titan M3
• Display: 6.3-inch Super Actua OLED LTPO display, 2856 × 1280 resolution, 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate, and up to 3,600 nits brightness
• RAM and storage: 12GB or 16GB RAM with 256GB, 512GB, and potentially 1TB storage
• Battery: 4,850mAh with 30W wired and Qi2 wireless charging
• Cameras: The Pixel 11 Pro features an upgraded main camera and a 48MP telephoto camera with improved light sensitivity, along with Google's latest camera and AI-powered photography features.
• Starting price: $1,099 in the U.S. and ₹119,999 in India.

The U.S. pricing and core camera specifications have appeared in multiple leak reports, but Google has yet to officially confirm them.

Google Pixel 11 Pro XL: Expected Specifications

The Pixel 11 Pro XL is the largest phone in the standard Pixel 11 lineup, featuring a larger display and battery than the Pixel 11 Pro.

• Processor: Google Tensor G6
• Display: 6.8-inch Super Actua OLED LTPO display with 2992 × 1344 resolution and 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate
• RAM and storage: 12GB or 16GB RAM with 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB storage options
• Battery and charging: 5,115mAh battery, 45W wired charging, and Qi2 wireless charging
• Cameras: Expected to use the same camera configuration as the Pixel 11 Pro
• Starting price: $1,299 in the U.S. and ₹134,999 in India.

The Pixel 11 Pro XL starts at $1,299 in the U.S., with pre-orders beginning August 12 and retail availability starting August 20.

Google Pixel Watch 5 to Launch at Made By Google Event

Google launched the Pixel Watch 5 alongside the Pixel 11 smartphone lineup at Made by Google 2026. Leaks show the new wearable device will:

-A custom water-repellent band

-Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 Gen 2 platform

-3GB of RAM

-64GB of storage

The smartwatch runs on Wear OS 7 and features an AMOLED LTPO display with up to 3,000 nits of brightness. Reports suggest the smartwatch will come with Gemini AI for a more personalized experience.

Pixel 11 Pro Series Brings Stronger Durability

Google has strengthened the physical design of the Pixel 11 Pro lineup with a spacecraft-grade aluminum frame, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, and a new anti-scratch display coating. The company says the coating offers more than twice the scratch resistance of the previous generation, providing additional protection against everyday wear.

Key Durability Improvements

• Improved scratch resistance: The new display coating is designed to provide more than twice the scratch resistance of the previous generation.
• Spacecraft-grade aluminum frame: The Pixel 11 Pro series uses an aluminum frame designed to improve structural durability.
• Enhanced drop protection: Google has also made improvements to help the devices withstand accidental drops and everyday use.
• More durable foldable design: The Pixel 11 Pro Fold features a composite back and redesigned hinge, with Google claiming the new design is three times more durable than its predecessor.

The durability upgrades add another area of improvement to Google's latest Pixel lineup, particularly for users looking for smartphones designed to withstand regular daily use.