{
  "id": 2139037,
  "title": "The Pixel 11 ditches the ‘Powered by Android’ boot logo for Gemini Intelligence",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/20/the-pixel-11-ditches-the-powered-by-android-boot-logo-for-gemini",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-20T13:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "9to5Google",
    "slug": "9to5google",
    "url": "https://9to5google.com/2026/08/20/the-pixel-11-ditches-the-powered-by-android-boot-logo-for-gemini-intelligence/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Google has decided to eliminate the \"Powered by Android\" boot logo from its upcoming Pixel 11 series, marking the end of an era for the familiar Bugdroid logo. This change coincides with the growing emphasis on Gemini Intelligence, which is increasingly shaping Google's development efforts. The Pixel 11 lineup has been marketed as a \"Gemini phone\" to highlight its unique features compared to other Android devices. Upon booting up any of the new Pixel 11 models, users will notice the absence of the traditional Android splash screen. Instead, the Pixel 11 series features an updated animated boot screen with the \"Bot\" character. While the change may seem insignificant, it does improve boot times, which is a welcomed bonus. The removal of the lockscreen Bugdroid has left some feeling nostalgic, but it also signals a shift in Google's priorities within the Android ecosystem.",
  "summary": "Yes, you read that headline correctly. The Pixel 11 no longer shows the “Powered by Android” boot logo, which has been a staple for a few years now.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "9to5Google",
        "title": "Pixel 11 Pro Initial Review: Gemini Intelligence is the highlight, not HiLight",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/pixel-11-pro-initial-review-gemini-intelligence-is-the-highlight-not",
        "published": "2026-08-19T16:00:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}