Google Rolls Out October 2026 Pixel Update: Pixel 11 Camera Fixes, 34 Patches, and Pixel 6 Sunset
Google has started rolling out its October 2026 monthly update across all supported Pixel devices running Android 17. The update lands on October 6 2026, covering 34 security vulnerabilities and delivering targeted bug fixes for the Pixel 11 family following its recent launch. It also carries a milestone moment for older hardware: the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are receiving their final scheduled monthly security patch, closing out a five-year software support window that began in October 2021.
Bug Fixes Worth Knowing About
The most relevant fix for Pixel 11 owners is a camera orientation bug that caused photos and videos to save in the wrong orientation when rapidly launching the camera from the lock screen. The issue was specific to the Pixel 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro XL, and 11 Pro Fold. It is the kind of bug that is frustrating in a very specific and repeatable way, and it is good to see it addressed in the first monthly update after launch.
Pixel 8 through Pixel 11 users also get a fix for an intermittent Gboard failure where the on-screen keyboard would not deploy when tapping into system search bars or in-app input fields. Anyone who ran into this on their Pixel 9 or Pixel 10 in recent weeks will recognise it immediately. Pixel 8 through Pixel 10 owners also get a fix for audio distortion during incoming VoIP calls on apps like WhatsApp and Google Meet, where loud static bursts and garbled ringtones were being reported.
Security Patches
The update includes the 2026-10-01 security patch level, resolving 28 CVEs across the core Android 17 framework, system runtime, and kernel components. Google's dedicated Pixel bulletin adds six hardware-specific patches covering proprietary driver components and radio modems, addressing potential privilege escalation and remote code execution vulnerabilities.
Build Numbers
| Pixel 11 series | CD1A.261005.003 (CD1A.261005.003.B1 for Japanese carriers) |
| Pixel 8, 9, and 10 families | CP3A.261005.005 |
| Pixel 6, 7, Tablet, and Fold | CP3A.261005.002.A1 |
The End of the Road for Pixel 6
The Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro were the first devices to run Google's custom Tensor silicon when they launched in October 2021. Five years later this update marks the conclusion of their promised software support window. They were significant devices in Google's hardware history, representing the moment Google committed fully to building its own chips rather than relying entirely on Qualcomm. Newer Pixel models enjoy a seven-year support guarantee, so the Pixel 6's five-year window was always going to feel short by comparison, but it kept those phones relevant and secure longer than most Android hardware from the same era.
If you are still on a Pixel 6 or 6 Pro, this is a good moment to start thinking seriously about an upgrade. The hardware will continue to work after this point but will no longer receive security patches, which is a meaningful consideration.
How to Get the Update
Go to Settings, select System, then Software Update, then System Update, and tap Check for Update. The rollout is staged so it may not appear immediately, but it should arrive within the next few days if it has not already.
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is Google's third-generation book-style foldable, refining the formula with a slimmer 5.1mm unfolded profile and a lighter 238g body. An 8-inch Super Actua Flex inner display pairs with a 6.5-inch cover display, both LTPO at 120Hz. The same Tensor G6 chip powers the Pro camera system — complete with Video Boost, HiLight, and 30x Super Zoom — while the composite matte back keeps weight down. It launches with Android 17 and seven years of updates.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Launch | |
|---|---|
| Announced | August 12, 2026 |
| Released | August 20, 2026 |
| Updates | 7 years of OS, security, and Pixel Drop updates |
| Displays | |
| Cover Display | 6.5" Super Actua OLED, 1080 x 2342 px, 399 ppi, 1–120Hz, HDR, 3600 nits (peak) — Ultra-Durable Glass Ceramic |
| Inner Display | 8.0" Super Actua Flex OLED, 2076 x 2152 px, 372 ppi, 1–120Hz, HDR, 3600 nits (peak) — Ultra Thin Glass |
| HiLight | RGB LED notification array integrated into rear camera bar |
| Protection | Ultra-Durable Glass Ceramic (cover), Ultra Thin Glass (inner), IP68 |
| Design & Build | |
| Build | Spacecraft-grade recycled aluminum frame, multi-alloy steel hinge with aerospace-grade aluminum alloy cover, ultra-durable composite matte back |
| Colors | Olive, Obsidian |
| Folded | 155.2 x 76.2 x 10.2 mm (6.1 x 3.0 x 0.4 in) |
| Unfolded | 155.2 x 149.9 x 5.1 mm (6.1 x 5.9 x 0.2 in) |
| Weight | 238 g (8.4 oz) |
| Platform & Hardware | |
| OS | Android 17 with Gemini Intelligence |
| Chip | Google Tensor G6 (2nm TSMC N2) |
| Security | Titan M3 security coprocessor, quantum-safe secure boot, VPN by Google (included) |
| RAM | 16GB (all storage tiers) |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB (Zoned UFS) / 1TB (Zoned UFS) |
| Triple Camera System | |
| Main (Wide) | 48MP Quad PD, f/1.7, 85° FOV, 1/1.56" sensor, OIS + EIS |
| Ultrawide | 10.5MP Dual PD, f/2.2, 127° FOV, 1/3.4" sensor, Autofocus, Macro Focus |
| Telephoto | 10.8MP Dual PD, f/3.1, 23° FOV, 1/3.2" sensor, 5x Optical Zoom, OIS + EIS |
| Zoom Range | Super Zoom up to 30x — optical quality at 0.5x, 1x, 2x, 5x, 10x |
| Fold Features | Dual Screen Preview, Rear Camera Selfie, Tabletop Mode hands-free, Instant View, Made You Look |
| AI Camera | Magic Capture, Camera Looks, Camera Coach, Add Me, Night Sight, Real Tone, Face Unblur, Magic Eraser, Auto Best Take |
| Video | 4K@24/30/60fps (Video Boost), 1080p@24/60fps, Slo-mo 240fps, 10-bit HDR, Rear Camera Selfie Video |
| Video Features | Creator Suite, Video Boost, Night Sight Video, Audio Magic Eraser, Macro Focus Video, Cinematic Pan |
| Cameras (Front) | |
| Cover Camera | 10MP Dual PD, f/2.2, 87° FOV |
| Inner Camera | 10MP Dual PD, f/2.2, 87° FOV — under-display |
| Connectivity | |
| SIM | Dual SIM — Nano SIM + eSIM (physical SIM slot retained) |
| 5G / 4G | 5G mmWave + Sub-6GHz, LTE |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), 2.4GHz / 5GHz / 6GHz, 2x2 MIMO |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 with antenna diversity |
| NFC / UWB | Yes / Yes (Ultra-Wideband) |
| USB | USB-C 3.2 |
| Thread | Yes — smart home networking |
| Location | Dual Band GNSS — GPS, GLONASS, Galileo |
| Satellite | Satellite SOS |
| Sensors | Proximity, Ambient Light, Accelerometer, Gyrometer, Magnetometer, Barometer, Hall Effect |
| Audio | Stereo Speakers, 3 Microphones, Spatial Audio, Noise Suppression |
| Security | In-Display Fingerprint (side-mounted), Face Unlock |
| Power | |
| Battery | 4806 mAh — 24+ hours battery life |
| Wired Charging | Up to 50% in 30 min with 30W USB-C PPS charger |
| Wireless | Pixelsnap (Qi2.2) — up to 25W |
| Pricing | |
| 256GB (16GB RAM) | $1,899 |
| 512GB (16GB RAM) | $2,019 |
| 1TB (16GB RAM) | $2,249 |
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is Google's largest 2026 flagship, bringing the full Tensor G6 experience to a 6.8-inch canvas. Sharing the same upgraded triple camera system as the Pixel 11 Pro — including the improved 1/1.95-inch telephoto sensor and 120x Pro Zoom — it adds a larger 5115mAh battery, faster 75% in 30 minutes wired charging, and 25W Pixelsnap wireless charging. HiLight, Android 17, and seven years of updates come as standard.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Launch | |
|---|---|
| Announced | August 12, 2026 |
| Released | August 20, 2026 |
| Updates | 7 years of OS, security, and Pixel Drop updates |
| Display & Design | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED, 1344 x 2992 px, 486 ppi, 1–120Hz, HDR, 3600 nits (peak) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 with anti-scratch shield (front & back), IP68 |
| Build | Spacecraft-grade recycled aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 silky matte back — Obsidian has matte finish frame |
| HiLight | RGB LED notification array integrated into rear camera bar |
| Colors | Canyon, Olive, Fog, Obsidian (matte) |
| Dimensions | 162.7 x 76.5 x 8.5 mm (6.4 x 3.0 x 0.3 in) |
| Weight | 228 g (8.0 oz) |
| Platform & Hardware | |
| OS | Android 17 with Gemini Intelligence |
| Chip | Google Tensor G6 (2nm TSMC N2) |
| CPU | 7-Core (1x 4.11GHz C1-Ultra + 4x 3.38GHz C1-Pro + 2x 2.65GHz C1-Pro) |
| Security | Titan M3 security coprocessor, quantum-safe secure boot, VPN by Google (included) |
| RAM | 12GB (256GB) / 16GB (512GB, 1TB) |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB (Zoned UFS) / 1TB (Zoned UFS) |
| Pro Triple Camera System | |
| Main (Wide) | 50MP Octa PD, f/1.68, 82° FOV, 1/1.3" sensor, OIS + EIS |
| Ultrawide | 48MP Quad PD, f/1.7, 123° FOV, 1/2.51" sensor, Autofocus, Macro Focus |
| Telephoto | 48MP Quad PD, f/2.8, 23° FOV, 1/1.95" sensor (upgraded from Pixel 10 Pro XL), 5x Optical, OIS + EIS |
| Zoom Range | Pro Zoom up to 120x — optical quality at 0.5x, 1x, 2x, 5x, 10x |
| AI Camera | Magic Capture, Camera Looks, Camera Coach, Add Me, Instant Night Sight, Real Tone, Face Unblur, Magic Eraser, Zoom Enhance, Auto Best Take |
| Video | 8K@24/30fps (Video Boost), 4K@24/60fps, 1080p@24/60fps, Slo-mo 240fps, 10-bit HDR |
| Video Features | Creator Suite, Pro Stable Video, Video Boost, Night Sight Video, Audio Magic Eraser, Cinematic Pan, Super Zoom Video up to 20x |
| Front Camera | |
| Sensor | 42MP Dual PD, f/2.2, 103° ultrawide FOV, Autofocus |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps |
| Connectivity | |
| SIM | Dual eSIM only (two active simultaneously; stores 8+ eSIMs) |
| 5G / 4G | 5G mmWave + Sub-6GHz, LTE |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), 2.4GHz / 5GHz / 6GHz, 2x2 MIMO |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 with antenna diversity |
| NFC / UWB | Yes / Yes (Ultra-Wideband) |
| USB | USB-C 3.2 |
| Thread | Yes — smart home networking |
| Location | Dual Band GNSS — GPS, GLONASS, Galileo |
| Satellite | Satellite SOS |
| Audio | Stereo Speakers, 3 Microphones, Spatial Audio, Noise Suppression |
| Security | Ultrasonic In-Display Fingerprint, Face Unlock |
| Power | |
| Battery | 5115 mAh — 30+ hours battery life |
| Wired Charging | Up to 75% in 30 min with 45W USB-C PPS charger |
| Wireless | Pixelsnap (Qi2.2) — up to 25W |
| Pricing | |
| 256GB (12GB RAM) | $1,199 |
| 512GB (16GB RAM) | $1,319 |
| 1TB (16GB RAM) | $1,549 |
Google Pixel 11 Pro
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Launch | |
|---|---|
| Announced | August 12, 2026 |
| Released | August 20, 2026 |
| Updates | 7 years of OS, security, and Pixel Drop updates |
| Display & Design | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED, 1280 x 2856 px, 495 ppi, 1–120Hz, HDR, 3600 nits (peak) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 with anti-scratch shield (front & back), IP68 |
| Build | Spacecraft-grade recycled aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 silky matte back — Obsidian has matte finish frame |
| HiLight | RGB LED notification array integrated into rear camera bar |
| Colors | Canyon, Olive, Fog, Obsidian (matte) |
| Dimensions | 152.4 x 71.2 x 8.5 mm (6.0 x 2.8 x 0.3 in) |
| Weight | 204 g (7.2 oz) |
| Platform & Hardware | |
| OS | Android 17 with Gemini Intelligence |
| Chip | Google Tensor G6 (2nm TSMC N2) |
| CPU | 7-Core (1x 4.11GHz C1-Ultra + 4x 3.38GHz C1-Pro + 2x 2.65GHz C1-Pro) |
| Security | Titan M3 security coprocessor, quantum-safe secure boot, VPN by Google (included) |
| RAM | 12GB (256GB) / 16GB (512GB, 1TB) |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB (Zoned UFS) / 1TB (Zoned UFS) |
| Pro Triple Camera System | |
| Main (Wide) | 50MP Octa PD, f/1.68, 82° FOV, 1/1.3" sensor, OIS + EIS |
| Ultrawide | 48MP Quad PD, f/1.7, 123° FOV, 1/2.51" sensor, Autofocus, Macro Focus |
| Telephoto | 48MP Quad PD, f/2.8, 23° FOV, 1/1.95" sensor (upgraded from Pixel 10 Pro), 5x Optical, OIS + EIS |
| Zoom Range | Pro Zoom up to 120x — optical quality at 0.5x, 1x, 2x, 5x, 10x |
| AI Camera | Magic Capture, Camera Looks, Camera Coach, Add Me, Instant Night Sight, Real Tone, Face Unblur, Magic Eraser, Zoom Enhance, Auto Best Take |
| Video | 8K@24/30fps (Video Boost), 4K@24/60fps, 1080p@24/60fps, Slo-mo 240fps, 10-bit HDR |
| Video Features | Creator Suite, Pro Stable Video, Video Boost, Night Sight Video, Audio Magic Eraser, Cinematic Pan, Super Zoom Video up to 20x |
| Front Camera | |
| Sensor | 42MP Dual PD, f/2.2, 103° ultrawide FOV, Autofocus |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps |
| Connectivity | |
| SIM | Dual eSIM only (two active simultaneously; stores 8+ eSIMs) |
| 5G / 4G | 5G mmWave + Sub-6GHz, LTE |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), 2.4GHz / 5GHz / 6GHz, 2x2 MIMO |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 with antenna diversity |
| NFC / UWB | Yes / Yes (Ultra-Wideband) |
| USB | USB-C 3.2 |
| Thread | Yes — smart home networking |
| Location | Dual Band GNSS — GPS, GLONASS, Galileo |
| Satellite | Satellite SOS |
| Audio | Stereo Speakers, 3 Microphones, Spatial Audio, Noise Suppression |
| Security | Ultrasonic In-Display Fingerprint, Face Unlock |
| Power | |
| Battery | 4850 mAh — 30+ hours battery life |
| Wired Charging | Up to 55% in 30 min with 30W USB-C PPS charger |
| Wireless | Pixelsnap (Qi2.2) — up to 25W |
| Pricing | |
| 256GB (12GB RAM) | $1,099 |
| 512GB (16GB RAM) | $1,219 |
| 1TB (16GB RAM) | $1,449 |
Watch Made by Google 2026 Live: Pixel 11 Announcement Starts at 6PM ET
Google is ready to reveal its next generation of Pixel hardware. The Made by Google 2026 event takes place later today in New York City, with the livestream beginning at 6PM ET.
The Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL, and Pixel 11 Pro Fold are all set to appear. Google has also revealed the Pixel Watch 5 ahead of the event, while a new Pixel Tag tracker could also be part of the presentation.
- Livestream starts August 12 at 6PM ET / 3PM PT.
- The Pixel 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro XL, and 11 Pro Fold are expected.
- Google will also focus on the new Pixel Watch 5.
- The event will be hosted by Trevor Noah.
Watch Made by Google live
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What to expect
Google’s Pixel 11 family is the main attraction. The company has confirmed the Pixel 11 name and its updated store pages now list the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, and Pixel 11 Pro Fold alongside the rest of its phone range.
Google has also announced the Pixel Watch 5, which brings new Gemini-powered assistance, updated health features, and improved GPS tracking. Pre-orders open today, with general availability beginning August 20.
Pre-order Google’s new Pixel devices
Google has opened pre-orders for its new Pixel phones and Pixel Watch 5. US pricing starts at $899 for Pixel 11, $1,099 for Pixel 11 Pro, $1,299 for Pixel 11 Pro XL, $1,899 for Pixel 11 Pro Fold, and $399 for Pixel Watch 5.
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Event timing, expected devices, and the livestream are based on 9to5Google’s event guide. Google’s official Pixel Watch 5 announcement confirms the watch’s launch details.
Check back with DJs Mobiles after the event for the full rundown of Google’s announcements.