By David Nield
Publication Date: 2026-08-26 18:00:00
Part of the fun of upgrading your phone is digging into all the new features and functions it offers, and it’s no different with Google’s recently unveiled Pixel 11 series. While there are hardware bumps in these phones, many of the most notable selling points are on the software side, with a bunch of upgrades related to AI and Android 17.
If you’ve invested in a Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL, or Pixel 11 Pro Fold, then these are the best tricks to try out first. All of these hacks are exclusive to the 2026 flagships, though we might see some of them trickle down to older handsets over time (for now, Google isn’t saying one way or the other).
Install this app to take full control of HiLight
HiLight is new to the Pixel 11, and uses a rear LED light to alert you to incoming calls from the most important people in your life—the idea being that it helps you cut out the rest of the noise associated with owning a smartphone in 2026.
You can configure HiLight…