Where the heck is Android 17 QPR1 for Google’s Pixel 11 phones?

The wait for Android 17 QPR1 on Pixel 11 phones just keeps getting longer. Where the heck is Android 17 QPR1 for Google’s Pixel 11 phones.

With a launch price of $1,100, the Google Pixel 11 Pro wasn’t a viable contender in the 6.3” flagship category, even though in the US market there aren’t even that many models that fit in this category – there’s the Galaxy S26, there’s the iPhone 18 Pro and that’s it. A 23% price cut on that makes the Google phone more competitive, though.

Compared to its predecessor, the new Pro addresses key shortcomings like the bad battery life on the 2025 model. Charging is a bit faster too, though nothing like what you get with Chinese brands (which you can’t get in the US).

Amazon US Prime Deals: the Google Pixel 11 Pro is $250 off. Google Pixel 11 Pro $250 off Read our review 12/256GB – $850 at Amazon US 16/512GB – $970 at Amazon US Also, the Pixel 11 series is basically the only mainstream Android series that has magnetic attachment for chargers and accessories – Google calls it “Pixelsnap”, but it’s compatible with Apple’s MagSafe magnet arrangement.

Also, there is satellite SOS similar to the iPhone service, while the Galaxy S26 models rely on a Direct to Cell implementation instead of using dedicated satellite bands. The big new feature for this generation, HiLight, is pretty limited – it’s more of a gimmick at this stage.

Also, the much-awaited Tensor G6, the first to be fabbed by TSMC instead of Samsung, has a pretty bad GPU – we definitely would not recommend this one for gaming.