Yes, the Pixel 11 will be more of the same, for better or worse [Video]

On paper, the upcoming Pixel 11 series looks like more of the same. For the modern smartphone enthusiast, “more of the same” usually triggers an immediate eye-roll. Are we setting ourselves up for disappointment by expecting the Pixel 11 to be something it was never meant to be? The easy answer is yes. I think maybe we’re all – rightly or wrongly – trapped in a cycle of demanding massive, sweeping changes every 12 months, even though mobile hardware has largely plateaued. Let’s not get this twisted, I’m always excited for new hardware. Even more so, now Google is getting more competent at that. Without giving Google a free pass, the answer isn’t quite as simple with a Pixel phone. Things have never been as obvious as they seem, and we’re getting to a stage where fans and detractors are likely expecting more than is possible – I’ve fallen into this trap a few times previously. Advertisement - scroll for more content