Google's India Pixel shift remains slow; Vietnam, China dominate production
The US tech giant, which sells roughly 12 million smartphones globally, continues to bet heavily on Vietnam
Google has increased the prices for the Pixel 11 lineup, due to rising component costs and the ongoing RAMmageddon. However, a new report suggests that the company may soon shift Pixel device manufacturing from China to India and Vietnam by 2027. This move would cover Pixel phones, watches, and wireless earbuds as Google reduces its reliance on Chinese manufacturing.
The reported transition includes Pixel manufacturing infrastructure in India and development and production of premium Pixels in Vietnam. While Google may pass along cost savings to buyers, stable prices may be a more realistic outcome. The Pixel 11 starts at $899, $100 above the Pixel 10's $799 launch price. Google has also improved sideloading capabilities for power users, tying every app to a real developer ID to prevent malware.
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