Google Pixel 11 Leaks: Higher Prices, New Colors, More Storage Expected
New leaks suggest the upcoming Google Pixel 11 will increase in price and storage options, moving to 256GB as the base model. Several new color options have also been revealed.
New details about Google's forthcoming Pixel 11 smartphone have surfaced just weeks before its expected official unveiling on August 12. Leaked information, primarily from French tech site Deallabs Magazine, indicates significant changes to storage configurations and pricing, alongside a range of fresh color choices.
The base Pixel 11 model is reportedly set to abandon the 128GB storage option, standardizing on 256GB and 512GB configurations. This shift mirrors recent strategies by competitors like Apple, which offers similar storage tiers for its iPhone 17, and Samsung for its Galaxy S26. The leaked report also suggests that this upgrade in storage capacity may coincide with a price increase of approximately 100 euros for the base model. This potential price hike aligns with broader trends in the electronics industry, where rising component costs, including RAM, have impacted manufacturing expenses.
If this pricing rumor proves accurate, consumers in the United States can anticipate a comparable increase in the starting price for the Pixel 11 this year. The Deallabs report also detailed the color palette for the Pixel 11 lineup. The standard Pixel 11 is expected to be available in Light Sterling (gray), Midnight Haze (black), Fuschia (pink), and Moss (green). More premium models, including the Pixel 11 Pro, Pro XL, and the anticipated Pixel 11 Pro Fold, will reportedly feature Midnight Haze and a selection of other colors such as Light Fog (white), Dune (pink), and Pine (green), with variations depending on the chosen storage capacity.
Design and Features Emerge
While the leaks do not include visual renders of the new Pixel devices, the information points to a diverse array of options across the base and Pro models. Historically, Google has differentiated its phone lines by reserving more vibrant or unique colors for the standard Pixel models, while the Pro variants tend to feature more subdued aesthetics. Preliminary leaks from earlier in 2026 suggested that the Pixel 11 might not undergo drastic design alterations, with expectations of only minor refinements. Among the anticipated changes are the removal of the temperature sensor on Pro models and the introduction of a new feature named 'Pixel Glow.' This functionality is designed to act as an advanced notification indicator, providing visual cues about the type of alert received even when the phone is placed face down.
The timing of the Pixel 11 launch is slated for August 12, with an expected release date around August 20. This schedule aligns closely with Google's product release cadence for its previous two flagship phone generations, the Pixel 9 and Pixel 10, which also saw August unveilings. This strategic placement allows Google to introduce its new devices just ahead of Apple's annual iPhone launch, typically held in September, enabling it to capture consumer attention in a competitive market. Though Pixel phones are frequently the subject of complete leaks before their official debut, final specifications and features will be confirmed by Google at its upcoming event in New York.