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Deals: Pixel 11 series goes on pre-order, Galaxy Z8 foldables and S26 models drop prices

Google's Pixel 11 series has gone on pre-order, while Samsung's Galaxy Z8 foldables and S26 models have seen price drops. The Pixel 11 features Google's Gemini AI, positioning it against Apple's AI offerings. This development comes as a specs comparison between the Pixel 11 and Samsung's Galaxy S26 has surfaced. The price adjustments for Samsung's foldables and S26 models may be a response to market competition.

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  • ✓ Google's Pixel 11 series has gone on pre-order
  • ✓ The Pixel 11 features Google's Gemini AI
  • ✓ Samsung's Galaxy Z8 foldables and S26 models have seen price drops
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What changed

The Pixel 11 series has become available for pre-order, and prices for Samsung's Galaxy Z8 foldables and S26 models have decreased.

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  1. Pixel 11 series pre-orders start, Galaxy Z8 and S26 prices drop

    Google's Pixel 11 series has gone on pre-order, while Samsung's Galaxy Z8 foldables and S26 models have seen price drops. The Pixel 11 features Google's Gemini AI, positioning it against Apple's AI offerings. This development comes as a specs comparison between the Pixel 11 and Samsung's Galaxy S26 has surfaced. The price adjustments for Samsung's foldables and S26 models may be a response to market competition.

    Why it matters

    The smartphone market is highly competitive, with Google and Samsung vying for market share. The introduction of AI capabilities in smartphones is a key battleground, with Google's Gemini AI in the Pixel 11 series aiming to challenge Apple's offerings. Price adjustments are a common strategy in this competition.

    What is confirmed

    • Google's Pixel 11 series has gone on pre-order
    • The Pixel 11 features Google's Gemini AI
    • Samsung's Galaxy Z8 foldables and S26 models have seen price drops

    Still unconfirmed

    • Spec comparisons between the Pixel 11 and Galaxy S26 have been made public

    What to watch next

    • Consumer response to the Pixel 11 series and Samsung's price adjustments
    • Further specifications and features of the Pixel 11 and Galaxy S26
    • Sales figures for the Pixel 11 series and Samsung's Galaxy Z8 and S26 models
    Sources used for this update (5)
    1. CNBC — Google’s new Pixel 11 puts Gemini at center of AI phone battle with Apple
    2. Mashable — Google Pixel 11 vs Samsung Galaxy S26: Specs, price, camera details
    3. Fox News — 8 things we learned from Google's Pixel 11 event
    4. blog.google — 7 can’t-miss updates from our Pixel 11 launch
    5. GSMArena.com — Deals: Pixel 11 series goes on pre-order, Galaxy Z8 foldables and S26 models drop prices - GSMArena.com news
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