# Pixel 11 specs and price leaked Google's new phone series expected to have price hikes and RAM cuts - **Source:** [The Verge](https://www.theverge.com) - **Published:** 2026-08-01 - **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/79c82e6b-5e35-49e6-b61f-935b77cc1d75 ## Leaked details of Pixel 11 series According to information leaked by Android Headlines, the technical specifications and prices of Google's Pixel 11 series have been revealed. The base model Pixel 11 is said to start at $899 with 256GB storage. The storage capacity has been increased from 128GB in the previous generation. All models will feature the new Tensor G6 and Titan M3 chips. ## RAM reduction in Pro models The Pixel 11 Pro and Pixel 11 Pro XL models are rumored to have their RAM capacity reduced to 12GB. These models are expected to be priced at $1,099 and $1,299 respectively. Despite the RAM cut, prices are increasing. The Pixel 11 Pro Fold is also said to start at $1,899 with 12GB RAM. ## Camera adjustments The base Pixel 11 model is rumored to drop the telephoto lens and switch to a dual rear camera setup. The Pro models are expected to retain the camera setup from the Pixel 10 series. No major changes are anticipated in display technologies compared to the previous generation. ## Reasons for price hikes Rising costs of technological components and inflation effects are cited as the main reasons for price increases in the Pixel series. Google appears to be trying to balance the price hike by increasing storage capacity. However, the reduction in RAM capacity is causing controversy among consumers. ## Other examples in the industry It's known that competitors like Apple and Samsung have implemented similar price increases recently. Especially in the premium segment, average smartphone prices have risen above $1,000. Google's move can be seen as aligning with industry trends. ## Consumer reactions The RAM reduction in Pro models particularly disappointed tech enthusiasts. Users criticize the hardware step back despite price increases. Some analysts think Google plans to compensate for this deficiency with software optimization. ## Launch date and expectations The Pixel 11 series is expected to be officially announced on August 12, 2026. The accuracy of the leaked information will be tested on this date. Whether Google will make a surprise move at the launch event remains a matter of curiosity. ## Market impacts These changes in the Pixel series are expected to affect the mid-range and premium smartphone markets. The disruption of the price-performance balance might cause some consumers to turn to alternative brands. Whether Google's strategy will be successful in the long term remains debatable. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.theverge.com/tech/974238/pixel-11-specs-and-price-leak — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._