Google has unveiled its latest hardware lineup at its Made by Google 2026 event, introducing the Pixel 11 series, Pixel Watch 5, Pixel 11 Pro Fold and a new tracking device called Pixel Tag.
The company also highlighted new Gemini-powered AI features designed to make Pixel devices more useful and accessible.
Gemini Gets Smarter on Pixel
Google introduced several AI updates, including an expansion of Live Transcribe that can recognize American Sign Language through the Pixel Camera and convert signs into text.
A new voice-input feature called Rambler is designed to understand natural, unstructured speech, including filler words and run-on sentences. Google also made Circle to Search more accessible directly from the Pixel Camera.
Pixel 11 Series

The standard Pixel 11 features a redesigned camera bar that is more than 40% thinner and an all-glass surface. Base storage has increased to 256GB, while the starting price rises to $899.
The Pixel 11 Pro starts at $1,099, with improved drop resistance and a new display coating that Google says provides more than twice the scratch resistance of the previous generation.
The Pixel 11 Pro Fold is nearly 10% lighter and almost 1mm thinner than its predecessor. It also features slimmer bezels, a 48MP main camera, 30x Super Zoom and improved durability.
Pixel Tag Challenges AirTag

Google also launched Pixel Tag, a $29 tracking device designed to help users locate items such as keys, wallets and luggage.
Pixel Tag works with Google’s Find Hub network and can also be located using a Pixel Watch or through Gemini voice commands on Pixel Buds.
Pixel Watch 5

The Pixel Watch 5 starts at $399 for the 41mm model and $429 for the 45mm version. Google is adding monthly summaries for blood pressure and insulin-resistance trends through its Health app.
A special Stephen Curry Edition will also be available for $579.
Google’s latest announcements show the company is continuing to combine AI, smartphones, wearables and connected devices as it expands the Pixel ecosystem.
Google’s Made by Google 2026 event highlights the company’s growing focus on AI, smartphones, wearables and connected devices. Alongside the new Pixel 11 lineup, Pixel Watch 5 and Pixel Tag, Google is also refreshing its audio lineup.
Meanwhile, the Pixel Buds Pro is arriving in a new Olive color, giving users another option to match the latest Pixel devices.

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