Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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The Pixel 11 looks familiar, but does it actually offer enough to justify its $899 price tag?

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Timestamps
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00:00 Pixel 11 First Impressions
00:39 New Design & Colors
01:56 Display & Hardware
03:18 Missing Pro Features
04:41 Gemini AI & Performance
05:34 What’s Actually Improved?
06:07 The $899 Price Problem
06:48 Final Verdict: Wait for a Deal