Google Pixel 11 Launch Event Set for August 12

Google has announced its next Made By Google event will take place on August 12 in New York City. While the official invitation does not explicitly name the devices, imagery suggests the unveiling of a new Pixel phone that bears a resemblance to last year's models. However, recent rumors indicate that the updated phones may feature inflated price tags, attributed to an AI-driven component shortage. The teaser image displays a phone with design elements consistent with Google's recent Pixel releases, aligning with early speculation about similar shapes for the new models, including potential thickness reductions for the Pro and Pro Fold variants.

A notable design alteration anticipated for the Pixel 11 is the rumored "Pixel Glow" feature, which would serve as a rear-facing notification and status light. Reports also suggest that Google may discontinue the 128GB base storage option for the smaller phone models. In 2025, both the Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro models began with 128GB of storage, a capacity considered insufficient for contemporary flagship devices, especially as consumers upgrade less frequently. Google is reportedly planning to increase the base storage for both upcoming phones to 256GB.