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The problems with Google Pixel price hikes
9to5Google • • general
Key Points:
- Google officially announced the Pixel 11 series launch event for August 12, alongside the Pixel Watch 5 reveal.
- Reports indicate a €100 (~$100) price increase across the Pixel 11 lineup, with the base Pixel 11 starting at €999 and the Pro Fold model reaching €1,999, pushing the devices into premium flagship pricing.
- The Pixel 11 series will eliminate the 128GB base storage tier, starting at higher storage capacities, which slightly offsets the price hike but also reflects a minimal upgrade expectation.
- Concerns arise over the Pixel 11’s Tensor G6 chip potentially underperforming compared to Snapdragon flagship processors at similar price points, alongside possible reductions in RAM for some models, making the price increase harder to justify.
- The Pixel 11 Pro Fold’s price hike is particularly criticized given its recycled design that lags behind competitors like Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8, which offers better features for a comparable or slightly higher price.
