A retailer specializing in phone cases has inadvertently become a notable source of information on the upcoming Google Pixel 11 Pro this week.
Thinborne, a brand known for its thin aramid fiber cases based in Texas, has quietly unveiled a Pixel 11 Pro XL case on its website. While the case itself is unassuming, the design of its camera cutout offers intriguing insights into the potential design of the phone.
The intrigue lies in the camera cutout
Although the case itself is typical of Thinborne’s offerings, with its ultra-thin profile and aramid fiber construction, the alignment of the camera cutout with the oval camera bar on the current Pixel 10 Pro XL suggests that the Pixel 11 Pro may maintain a similar design and camera layout to its predecessor.
This continuity wouldn’t be surprising from Google, as the Pixel 10 Pro was already seen as an evolution of the Pixel 9 Pro, retaining the flat sides, rounded corners, and oval camera bar.
Consistency in design
If Google continues this trend with the Pixel 11 Pro, it suggests a deliberate choice to maintain a familiar aesthetic. The focus may shift to refreshing the color options, as is customary with each new generation.
However, it’s important to approach this information with caution. Thinborne’s details are based on unofficial sources, and the listing’s use of “Pixel 11 Pro XL” could be speculative or inaccurate. Case makers often anticipate new devices based on limited information and industry rumors.
Google typically unveils its Pixel flagship phones in August, so there is still time before any official announcements are made. This leaves room for more leaks, case listings, and further speculation in the months leading up to the launch.
