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Google Confirms August 12 Pixel 11 Reveal as Leaks Point to Tensor G6 and MediaTek Modems

Leaked supplier shifts and a reported 2nm Tensor G6 suggest higher efficiency and put flagship-level internals within reach of the Pixel 11a.

Overview

  • Google has scheduled a Made by Google event for August 12, 2026, and has officially previewed a new Pixel Glow LED feature while multiple outlets report further hardware details.
  • Independent leaks and filings converge on a next‑generation Tensor G6 said to be built on TSMC’s 2nm node, a claim that remains unconfirmed until Google’s announcement.
  • Several tipsters report Google will move modem supply from Samsung/Exynos to MediaTek’s M90 across the Pixel 11 family, a change aimed at improving signal stability and battery efficiency.
  • Fresh leaks name the Pixel 11a (codename 'Formosan') as a possible outlier that may use Tensor G6 silicon or a lower‑binned variant, a 6.3-inch 120Hz AMOLED, about 8GB RAM, Titan M3 security, and a roughly 4,870mAh minimum battery capacity.
  • Early retailer listings and reports suggest Google may raise base storage to 256GB and increase starting prices for the Pixel 11 lineup, but those figures and the detailed Pixel 11a specs remain unverified pending Google’s official reveal and later filings.