Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold Review: Incremental Upgrades, Higher Price

Google's Pixel 11 Pro Fold, priced at $1,899, offers modest improvements over its predecessor but faces stiff competition. The device features an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance, Qi2 25W wireless charging, and a 4,806-mAh battery, which is smaller than last year's 5,015-mAh unit. It weighs 239 grams and is 10.1 mm thick, making it heavier and thicker than Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold8 (201g, 9.7mm) and Honor Magic V6 (219g, 8.75mm). The camera setup includes a 48-MP main, 10.8-MP telephoto with 5X optical zoom, and a 10.5-MP ultrawide, which is a weak point. The device runs on the Tensor G6 processor with 16 GB RAM and up to 1 TB storage. Software features like Bubbles, HiLight, and AI overviews are highlighted, but battery life and app optimization remain concerns. The review notes that the Fold lacks the high-end cameras of the Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL, and its price increase of $100 over the 10 Pro Fold is not justified by a storage bump. Competitors include Samsung's Fold8 and Fold8 Ultra, and Honor Magic V6, with rumors of a folding iPhone.