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The VergeJuly 25, 2026

Google basically confirms the Pixel 11 is getting a price hike

The Verge reports that Google's Vice President of Devices and Services indicated in an interview that the Pixel 11 will cost more than the Pixel 10, effectively confirming a price increase for the upcoming flagship smartphone.

HTSApp's take

Hardware price hikes usually trace back to component or tariff pressure, and if Google is signaling it openly, expect similar moves across the Android flagship tier. For app builders, a pricier flagship line can slow upgrade cycles, so it's worth checking whether your user base is drifting toward older or mid-range Pixels and testing accordingly rather than optimizing for the newest silicon.

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