Exclusive images obtained by The MacObserver offer a closer look at the software experience Google is preparing for the Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro Fold, and Pixel Watch 5 ahead of their expected August 12 launch.
Pixel 11 Pro images reveal updated camera and settings screens
The Pixel 11 Pro images show several familiar Android menus with small visual refinements. The Display and touch page includes brightness controls, adaptive brightness, enhanced HDR brightness, always-on display, screen timeout, dark theme, and navigation settings.
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Google also appears to retain multiple device-unlock options, including a PIN, fingerprint recognition, face unlock, and watch-based unlocking. Another image shows the Emergency SOS setup process, with options for emergency calling, crash detection, location sharing, and the Personal Safety app.
The Camera app keeps its horizontal mode selector for Photo, Portrait, Night Sight, and other shooting modes. During video recording, users can quickly change the zoom level between 0.5x, 1x, 2x, and 5x.
Pixel 11 Pro Fold makes better use of its large display
The Pixel 11 Pro Fold screenshots provide a clearer view of Google’s software layout for the internal screen. The app drawer opens in a centred panel with a search bar, pinned Google apps, and a multi-column app grid.
Chrome also uses the wider display to show its full overflow menu beside the current tab. Meanwhile, the camera interface places detailed video controls on the left and the shutter, lens switching, and gallery buttons on the right.
The leaked setup screens show fingerprint registration, Gemini activation, Find Hub network choices, and a large lock-screen clock. Current leaks suggest the foldable will retain an 8-inch inner display and a 6.3-inch outer panel.
The Pixel 11 Pro Fold will also give Google another chance to strengthen its position before Apple launches its first foldable iPhone. Apple is reportedly preparing a book-style foldable with a smaller 5.5-inch cover display and an inner screen of around 7.8 inches. Current reports point to a September 2026 launch alongside premium iPhone 18 models, although Apple has not announced the device or confirmed its name.
Software will play an equally important role. Google already has several generations of Pixel Fold hardware and Android improvements behind it, while Apple will need to adapt iOS apps, multitasking, cameras, and system controls for two display sizes. The leaked Pixel 11 Pro Fold screens show how far Google’s large-screen experience has developed before Apple’s expected entry later this year.
Pixel Watch 5 keeps Google’s circular interface
The Pixel Watch 5 images show a circular app grid, alarm controls, battery information, and an emergency calling screen. The battery page also lists a Battery Saver option that activates at 15 percent.
The overall interface remains close to previous Pixel Watch models, with large touch targets and rounded cards designed for the circular screen. Recent reports point to 41mm and 45mm versions, while leaks also suggest 3GB of RAM and several Wi-Fi and LTE options.
These images mainly reveal Google’s software and setup experience, so the final hardware details and features will become clearer during the official launch event.
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