{
  "id": 1970463,
  "title": "Pixel 11 XL Pro: Google's big flagship is more Pro than ever, but the camera is no big thing",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/pixel-11-xl-pro-googles-big-flagship-is-more-pro-than-ever-but-the",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-19T16:00:46.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ZDNet",
    "slug": "zdnet",
    "url": "https://www.zdnet.com/article/pixel-11-pro-xl-review/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Pixel 11 XL Pro, Google's latest flagship, boasts an impressive set of features that elevate it to a \"Pro\" status compared to its predecessors. Unlike other phones, the Pixel 11 XL Pro is designed to deliver powerful performance with its Tensor 6 processor, which focuses on managing thermal management rather than raw power. This device offers ample memory options, with up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage.\n\nOne of the standout features is the 6.8-inch Super Actua LTPO OLED screen, which delivers vibrant visuals with a maximum brightness of 3,600 nits and a 120Hz refresh rate. The phone also comes with a 5,115 mAh battery that delivers a solid one and a half to two days of usage in a single charge. Charging is quick, with a maximum of 45W wired and 25W wireless charging, with the 45W charging exclusive to the XL model.\n\nThe Pixel 11 XL Pro features a sleek design with a full 4mm thick body and a camera bar that encircles the phone for a seamless look. The camera visor is accentuated by an LED light called the HiLight, which can light up upon receiving a call from a favorite contact or when asking the AI, Gemini, a question. However, the HiLight's potential was limited as it only functions in a few specific scenarios and lacks customization options.\n\nThe phone also comes with Live Translate for Media, an AI-powered feature that dubs over foreign language video with an AI-generated voice in English. The feature showed promise when tested with various videos, but its performance was inconsistent, with noticeable delays and limited functionality in certain situations. Another AI-powered feature, Rambler, is Google's voice typing assistant, which allows users to ramble without worrying about typos or grammatical errors. While the feature showed potential, it had some limitations, such as delays and no option to turn it off once activated.",
  "summary": "The Pixel 11 Pro XL has some gorgeous hardware and some neat AI tricks, but the cameras need good lighting to shine.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/your-pixel-watch-is-not-losing-google-health-sync-despite-a-scary",
        "published": "2026-08-19T16:50:54.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "TechSpot",
        "title": "Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold reviews are in: rivals are moving faster",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/google-pixel-11-pro-fold-reviews-are-in-rivals-are-moving-faster",
        "published": "2026-08-19T17:31:00.000Z"
      }
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}