New York Times Finds Pixel 11's Gemini AI Underwhelming Ahead of Launch

The New York Times reviewed the Pixel 11 on August 19, 2026, one day before retail launch. Its Gemini Intelligence AI — capable of ordering groceries and booking tables — was called "not very helpful." Google built the $899 device around its Tensor G6 chip, co-designed with DeepMind, featuring a TPU 50% more powerful than its predecessor.