Google's mobile division is sticking to its tried-and-true three-year cycle of visual identity changes. After images of the base model leaked yesterday, we've got our first look at the Pixel 11 Pro thanks to renowned leaker @OnLeaks and Android Headlines. While it may seem like Mountain View is playing it safe at first glance, a closer look at the CAD renders reveals several design changes that could significantly impact the user experience.
The most significant aesthetic and functional change in Pixel 11 Pro will be a reconstruction of the iconic camera. Google leaves the metal cover individual lenses and returns to all-glass panel, which he last used with the Pixel 6 series. This move seems miniminimalistic and luxurious, but it raises questions about optical properties.
Previous generations had all-glass problems in the form of unwanted reflections and light refraction. It will be interesting to see if Google has implemented new anti-reflective coatingswhich eliminate this technical problem.
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A slimmer body and a question mark over biometrics
The new flagship continues the gradual trend miniaturization. Pixel 11Pro According to the renders, it has slightly "lost weight" between generations - its thickness will reportedly drop to 8,4 mm (compared to 8,5 mm for predecessors). Overall dimensions 152,7 × 71,8 × 8,4 mm indicate that Google continues to hone the ergonomics of its compact high-end device.
From the renders it seems that the equipment is definitely controversial temperature sensor disappearedHowever, given the module's new cover glass, it is theoretically possible that it is simply sophisticatedly hidden beneath the surface, although its absence would not surprise anyone given its low real-world usability.
While last year's Pixel 10 brought welcome innovations in the form of a standard Qi2, the Pixel 11 series so far appears to be conservative updateGoogle is betting that customers won't get tired of the refined design, which has been at the forefront for the third year in a row.
The main events will likely take place “under the hood” – it is expected new generation Tensor chipset and further deepening integration artificial intelligence GeminiThe question remains whether the slight reduction in size and return to a glass surface will be enough to make owners of the previous two generations consider upgrading.
