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The buzz around Pixel 11 is split between official-sounding hardware updates (Tensor G6, a new MediaTek modem, and improved low-light Face Unlock) and early user experience critiques (notably “HiLight” and durability concerns from drop-test claims). Alongside that, readers are comparing foldables (Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs Galaxy Z Fold8) and hunting deals and accessories for Pixel 11.

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Also known as Google Pixel phones·Pixel 11·Pixel 11 Pro·Pixel 11 Pro XL·Pixel 11 Pro Fold

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Key Takeaway Pixel 11’s key differentiators—Tensor G6, modem performance, and improved low-light Face Unlock—are paired with early skepticism about certain features and possible durability risks.
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Google Pixel Buds 2a - Active Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones - Lightweight and Comfortable - Water Resistant - Bluetooth Compatible - Berry : Amazon.de: Electronics & Photo
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Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 - Wireless Earbuds with Active Noise Cancellation – Bluetooth Headphones - Peony: Amazon.co.uk: Electronics & Photo
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  • Over 10,000 readers told us that the Pixel 11 series missed the mark 9to5google.com
  • Protect your Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL in style with these 15 essential cases and accessories 9to5google.com
  • Pixel Recorder update brings new Pixel 11 app icon 9to5Google
  • Google’s Pixel 11 ads tease a mysterious fitness tracker 9to5google.com
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9to5Google 6 articles

Tracking: Pixel Recorder update brings new Pixel 11 app icon / Google says Pixel 11’s new MediaTek modem is ‘faster and more power efficient’

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Tracking: Over 10,000 readers told us that the Pixel 11 series missed the mark / Google’s Pixel 11 ads tease a mysterious fitness tracker

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Did Google lose its hardware soul?

As I write this, I still have a Pixel 6 sitting on my desk. It was a fantastic phone in so many ways. It broke new ground with Google's first Tensor G1 chip and introduced the now-iconic camera bar. However, the Pixel 6 also marked a shift into an entirely new era for Google. It was the beginning of the end. And the prices began rising to match. In the years that followed, fun, two-tone colorways like "Kinda Coral" and "Sorta Sunny" would gradually give way to "Obsidian" and "Porcelain." Subsequent models became more refined as Google ironed out the kinks. The notorious fingerprint scanner of

I miss when Pixel phones felt like experiments, not just premium slabs
Which foldable should you pick?

Choosing between the Pixel 11 Pro Fold and the Galaxy Z Fold8 means choosing between two different design philosophies. Google's latest foldable doesn't offer a significant upgrade over its predecessor. Still, with features like the Tensor G6 processor, seamless software support from Google, and 256GB of base storage, it remains one of the best foldable options on the market today. On the other hand, the Galaxy Z Fold8 moves away from the conventional tall design found on many foldable devices and offers a wider display. The Z Fold8 has no direct predecessor, but compared to the Pixel 11 Pro F

Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs. Galaxy Z Fold8: Which foldable should you buy?
Where to buy?

Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are currently available starting at $1,899. Google's new foldable will officially hit the shelves on August 20, but its now available for pre-order on Google's website at $899 after eligible trade-in. Samsung also offers up to $1,000 instant trade-in credit for Z Fold8 through its website. Both devices are available for purchase through Amazon too. Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold 16GB of RAM, 256GB storage for $1,899 at Amazon Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 12GB of RAM, 256GB storage for $1,899 at Amazon As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purc

Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs. Galaxy Z Fold8: Which foldable should you buy?
What is LineageOS?

LineageOS is an open source Android build derived from the Android Open Source Project, maintained by volunteers instead of a manufacturer. The current stable release is LineageOS 23.2, which landed in February 2026 on Android 16 QPR2 and brought the Material 3 Expressive design the previous build had to skip. What really matters for old hardware is how far back the support goes. The 2026 release covers devices up to the Pixel 4, OnePlus 7, Redmi Note 7 Pro, and Galaxy S10. However, the Pixel 10 has no build at all. My Pixel 5's last update from Google was Android 14, in October 2023. It's now

I flashed my old Android phone with this open source OS to give it a new life
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