The official unveiling of Google’s latest Pixel lineup will take place during a special event on August 12. As is often the case ahead of the brand’s major hardware launches, Google is building up public interest in advance. To that end, the company has released a short video showcasing the Pixel 11 Pro, in which it hints at a new feature related to the camera system.

A voiceover emphasizes that users rely on their smartphones to access Google services, including Gmail, Maps, Search, Calendar, and Gemini. It’s hard to argue with this statement. However, the video’s title itself intrigues with the phrase “the next obvious step,” though it doesn’t reveal any specific details.

The video footage focuses on the Pixel 11 Pro’s camera module, which consists of three lenses. So far, everything looks quite familiar. However, next to these sensors is a circular indicator with rotating colors. Hmm…

This brings to mind the Mac’s rainbow loading wheel, which may indicate that this element serves as a visual indicator during certain processes on the Pixel 11. Of course, aside from our own speculation, there’s no way to share any concrete details right now, since Google hasn’t revealed any actual specifics. As for the rumors, they suggest that Google might be borrowing the Glyph interface concept from the Nothing Phone to display colored notifications.

Perhaps there’s more to this than just a standard light indicator showing that the device is processing data using Gemini, which attempts to piece together words or images so they look plausible, even if they aren’t entirely accurate. One might assume that this “obvious next step” is related to mixed reality, given Google’s recent active expansion into this field.

As for other expected specifications of the Pixel 11 series, unofficial sources claim that the Pro model will feature a 6.3-inch display with a peak brightness of 3,600 nits. The smartphone is expected to be powered by the Tensor G6 chipset. A leak from a retail catalog indicates that it will be available in three color options: pink-beige, forest green, and gray-lavender.

It is not yet clear exactly what updates the cameras will receive. Given the general chaos caused by increased demand for RAM, storage, and processors due to AI, it’s safe to assume that the Pixel 11 lineup and the Pixel Watch 5 will carry a higher price tag compared to last year’s models.

All things considered, it’s worth acknowledging that today’s teaser has certainly piqued our curiosity. We’ll likely find out the secret behind the mysterious element in just two weeks. However, it would be quite disappointing if all this innovation turned out to be just another minor feature for Gemini.

A mysterious circle on the camera module: Google has sparked curiosity with the first teaser for the Pixel 11 Pro

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