Google Pixel 11 launch: Event time, how to watch, expected price and features
Google will unveil the Pixel 11 on August 12. See the event time, livestream details, preorder date, confirmed information and the biggest reported features.
When is the Google Pixel 11 launch event?
Made by Google 2026 is scheduled for Wednesday, August 12, in New York City. The presentation begins at 6:00 p.m. Eastern, 5:00 p.m. Central, 4:00 p.m. Mountain and 3:00 p.m. Pacific.
That is 7:00 p.m. in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands because Atlantic Standard Time does not observe daylight saving time. Viewers outside the United States should confirm the conversion for their location.
How to watch the Pixel 11 event live
Google's official Pixel 11 page invites viewers to tune in live on August 12. The company normally carries Made by Google through its official YouTube channel and event page. Opening the official Google Store page shortly before 6:00 p.m. Eastern is the safest way to find the current stream.
Avoid unofficial links that ask for a download, payment or Google password. Watching the announcement does not require buying a phone or paying for access.
- Date: Wednesday, August 12, 2026
- Time: 6:00 p.m. ET / 3:00 p.m. PT
- Confirmed product: Google Pixel 11
- U.S. preorder date: August 12
What has Google officially confirmed?
Google has officially named the Pixel 11, shown promotional images of the next-generation phone and announced the August 12 event. The U.S. Google Store also says Pixel 11 preorders begin that day.
Google has not yet published the complete final price list and specification sheet on its U.S. store. Any camera numbers, memory amounts, battery capacities or model-by-model prices circulating before the presentation can still change.
Which Pixel 11 models and features are expected?
Technology reports expect a four-phone family: Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL and Pixel 11 Pro Fold. Reports also point to a new Tensor G6 processor, camera improvements, deeper Gemini features and a colorful notification light integrated into the camera bar on at least some Pro models.
Those details are based on reporting and leaks, not a final specification announcement from Google. The event should establish which features appear on each model and whether any are limited by country, language or subscription.
- Pixel 11 as the standard model
- Pixel 11 Pro and a larger Pixel 11 Pro XL
- Pixel 11 Pro Fold as the foldable option
- Reported Tensor G6 and expanded on-device AI
- Reported HiLight notification feature on Pro hardware
How much could the Pixel 11 cost?
Prelaunch reports suggest that the standard Pixel 11 could start near $899 in the United States, with Pro and Fold models costing more. That figure is not an official final price and should not be treated as a confirmed retail listing.
The presentation should clarify storage tiers, trade-in promotions, carrier offers and whether Google includes preorder bonuses. Compare the full cost rather than judging an offer only by the advertised monthly payment.
Should you preorder immediately?
Waiting for independent reviews is the safer choice if camera quality, battery life, heat management or cellular performance matters more than a preorder bonus. A launch presentation demonstrates selected features but cannot reproduce several days of normal use.
A preorder may make sense for someone already committed to upgrading who can use a strong trade-in credit and understands the return policy. Check the exact storage, unlocked or carrier status, delivery estimate and promotional conditions before paying.
What happens after the announcement?
Google is expected to publish complete product pages when the event begins or ends. Those pages should provide the reliable final answers on price, colors, storage, availability and technical specifications.
This guide will be updated after the presentation so confirmed details replace prelaunch expectations. Readers should use Google's final product pages for purchasing decisions.
Frequently asked questions
What time is the Google Pixel 11 event?
It begins Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Eastern and 3:00 p.m. Pacific.
Where can I watch the Pixel 11 launch?
Use Google's official Pixel 11 event page or official YouTube channel. The stream is free.
When do Pixel 11 preorders begin?
The U.S. Google Store says preorders begin August 12.
How much will the Pixel 11 cost?
Reports suggest a starting price near $899, but Google had not confirmed the final U.S. price when this guide was published.
Is every reported Pixel 11 feature confirmed?
No. The phone and event are confirmed, but many model, price and specification details remain reported expectations until Google's announcement.
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Published August 11, 2026 · Reviewed for clarity and source accuracy.