Made by Google 2026 Event Set for August 12, Pixel 11 Series and Pixel Watch 5 Expected
The earlier event date and focus on AI over hardware design, combined with expected price increases, indicate a strategic shift for Google's Pixel lineup.
Reporting from 1 source: GameBusiness.jp.
Google announced the Made by Google 2026 event for August 12, 2026, one week earlier than last year. Expected products include the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL, Pixel 11 Pro Fold, and Pixel Watch 5. Design changes are minimal, with focus on AI and software features. Component cost increases may push Pixel 11 prices up by about $100. Pre-orders are expected on the event day, but the Pixel 11 Pro Fold may ship weeks later.
Google's invitation for the Made by Google 2026 event uses a bronze-gold color that may hint at new color options, though no details have been reported. The event is set for August 12, one week earlier than last year. Expected products include the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL, Pixel 11 Pro Fold, and Pixel Watch 5. Design changes are minimal, with only a "Pixel Glow" indicator added; the focus is on AI and software features. Component costs are rising, and the Pixel 11 series may be about $100 more expensive than last year's models. Pre-orders are expected on the event day, but the Pixel 11 Pro Fold may ship weeks later, possibly in September or October.
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- GameBusiness.jp 「Made by Google 2026」イベント、8月12日に開催。Pixel 11シリーズとPixel Watch 5発表へ