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Last updated: August 16, 2026, 8:57 AM ET

Pixel 11 Series Deals

The Pixel 11 series is now available for pre-order with gift cards and trade-in bonuses. Google launched the lineup earlier this week, introducing a new vanilla model, two Pro variants, and one foldable device. The company has ramped up RAM across all models, though an affordable A-series option remains absent from the current lineup.

Feature Phone Poll

A recent weekly poll reveals that one third of respondents still use feature phones at least occasionally. Some users rely on them full time as their primary device, while others keep them as backups or secondary phones, defying assumptions about their obsolescence in the smartphone era.

Pixel Watch 5 Bands

The Pixel Watch 5 remains compatible with bands from previous generations, expanding the selection of available accessories. This backward compatibility makes the range of watch bands broader than ever, offering users more choices to match their personal style.