Google Pixel 11 Rumors, Leaks, and Confirmed Facts

Samsung has recently unveiled an exciting lineup of new smartphones, but don’t let your guard down just yet. Google is set to launch its products soon, and we are closely monitoring the latest leaks, rumors, and official teasers surrounding the Pixel 11 series.

The Android giant has officially announced that it will present the upcoming Pixel phones in August. This means we only have a few weeks left until we see the successor to the Pixel 10 series. To help you prepare, here’s everything we know about the Google Pixel 11 as of now.

Google Pixel 11: Confirmed Release Date and Pricing Details

Google has made it clear that the Pixel 11 will debut at a Made By Google event on August 12 at 6 p.m. ET in New York City. Mashable will be covering the event live, bringing you all the latest updates as they happen.

Last year’s event featured host Jimmy Fallon, so this year may hold surprises as well. You can catch the live stream on YouTube or follow our coverage on Mashable. Expect the phones to be available in stores or in your hands less than a month after the announcement.

Similar to last year, we anticipate seeing four models: the standard Pixel 11, as well as Pro, Pro XL, and Pro Fold versions.

On the pricing front, we might experience some price increases. Although the official prices have not been confirmed yet, a recent leak from Amazon suggested the following price points:

• Google Pixel 11: $899

• Google Pixel 11 Pro: $1,099

• Google Pixel 11 Pro XL: $1,299

• Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold: $1,899

Unfortunately, these prices indicate an increase compared to the previous year’s Pixel 10 models. The base Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, and Pro XL are all set to cost $100 more than their predecessors. if the leak holds true, the Pixel 11 Pro Fold could be priced at a staggering $400 more than the Pixel 10 Pro Fold. That’s quite a jump.

Google Pixel 11: What is the New Pixel Glow Feature?

Before we dive into the detailed (yet unconfirmed) specifications for each model, there is one significant design change expected across all four devices this year. Leaks and images from Google’s pre-order page suggest that the Pixel 11 series will feature a new design element called Pixel Glow.

This design innovation means that the horizontal camera bar, which has been a hallmark of previous Pixel models, will be slightly modified to include a new multi-colored light module. This module is designed to notify users of incoming messages through different colored lights, allowing you to receive alerts even when the phone is face down.

Google offered fans a sneak peek at the Pixel Glow feature through a teaser video released a couple of weeks prior to the event. This brief video showcases a portion of the Pixel 11 Pro, highlighting the small, multi-colored light embedded in the camera bar. Although the video is concise and somewhat unclear, it strongly indicates the presence of Pixel Glow.

Google Pixel 11: Anticipated Specifications for the Base Model

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According to the earlier mentioned Amazon leak, which included store pages that have since been taken down, we have insights into the colors and specifications for the Pixel 11 family. The base model is expected to be available in color options like black, gray, pink, and green. Another source, MysticLeaks, has shared a variety of alleged specifications via Telegram.

Based on these leaks, the potential specifications for the base Pixel 11 are as follows:

It’s important to note that there are minor discrepancies between the information from Amazon and MysticLeaks, particularly concerning display resolution and battery capacity. This article primarily references the information provided by Amazon in cases of ambiguity.

Details regarding the display, battery, and selfie camera specifications originate from the Amazon leak. The inclusion of the Tensor G6 chip seems logical as a successor to last year’s Tensor G5 chip found in the Pixel flagships. As of this writing, credible leaks regarding other camera specifications for the base Pixel 11 remain absent, aside from what is mentioned above.

None of the mentioned features are particularly surprising or drastically different from the Pixel 10. Overall, it appears that we are in for a rather incremental upgrade cycle in 2026, aside from the Pixel Glow feature.

Google Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL: Expected Specifications

Google is anticipated to launch two Pro versions, following the trend of previous years. The color options for these models are rumored to be Olive, Obsidian, Canyon, and Fog. Here’s what both Amazon and MysticLeaks have revealed about the standard Pixel 11 Pro:

Now, let’s take a look at the reported specifications for the Pixel 11 Pro XL. Typically, the XL version is simply a larger and slightly enhanced iteration of the Pro model:

The most notable change this year is the introduction of a new 12GB RAM variant for the Pro models. Historically, these devices featured only 16GB RAM. It seems that models with lower storage capacities may now come equipped with 12GB RAM as a cost-saving measure during manufacturing.

Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold: Anticipated Specifications

Google is reportedly developing another foldable device this year, based on various leaks. The expected specifications for the Pixel 11 Pro Fold might include color options like Obsidian and Olive:

This model remains the least understood at this point. Considering Samsung’s recent advancements in the foldable market and the rumored price increase for the Pixel 11 Pro Fold, it will need to deliver significantly to stand out in a competitive landscape. We will learn more on August 12.

Remember, Mashable will be covering the Made By Google event live, so stay tuned for the latest updates on Pixel 11 news, leaks, and rumors.