With just hours left to go for Google’s Pixel 11 launch event, details keep on leaking out, with some clarification around the base Pixel 11 now making its way online.
One of the few new features coming with the Pixel 11 series is “HiLight,” which was previously known as “Pixel Glow.” The rear-facing LED has leaked on multiple occasions at this point, though functionality seems limited. Now, it’s also a bit more clear that it’s limited on the hardware side too.
A leak on Twitter/X from @evowizz reveals that Pixel 11, the base model, won’t have “HiLight,” making the glowing feature a Pro-only affair. That’s not particularly surprising, but if you were hoping to use this feature on Google’s most affordable upcoming release, you might be out of luck.
Also clarified here is the base Pixel 11’s RAM allotment.
Earlier rumors suggested that Google would drop the lowest-tier version of this phone down to 8GB of RAM, which always seemed weird given Google’s intense focus on AI features that famously demand memory. Instead, the base Pixel 11 will apparently have 12GB of RAM across the board, whereas it sounds like Pixel 11 Pro will only have 16GB of RAM on higher storage tiers.
Also mentioned is a 10.8MP telephoto camera sensor, unchanged from last year’s base Pixel 10.
Google is set to officially launch the Pixel 11 series later this week.
More on Google Pixel 11:
- The Pixel 11 won’t be exciting – what do you want next year?
- Pixel 11 Pro XL shows up in hands-on leak days ahead of launch [Gallery]
- Google Contacts reveals what colors Pixel 11 HiLight will support
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