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Google's Pixel 11 launch event is set for August 12, with possible price increases
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CNET
· Jul 7, 2026
Made by Google Event Invites Show an Aug. 12 Launch for the Pixel 11 Series
Google's next Pixel phones and watch are right around the corner.
Engadget
· Jul 7, 2026
Google's next Pixel event is on August 12
Google's next Pixel event will be August 12 at 6pm ET.
iPhone in Canada
· Jul 7, 2026
Google Confirms August Pixel Event to Reveal New Generation
Google has officially sent out invitations for a major product launch event taking place in New York City on August 12. The event, which is scheduled to begin at 3 PM PT/6 PM ET (that’s unusually late in the day), will serve as the stage for the company to unveil its next generation of Pixel [] The post Google Confirms August Pixel Event to Reveal New Generation first appeared on iPhone in Canada.
TechCrunch
· Jul 7, 2026
Google’s Pixel event is set for August 12
Google's upcoming event in August will introduce new Pixel devices.
Mashable
· Jun 23, 2026
Here are some of the best Samsung deals available as Amazon Prime Day 2026 kicks off
As of June 17, there are already quite a few early Prime Day Samsung deals to shop at Amazon. Here are some of our favorites worth checking out before the event begins.
ComicBook.com
· Jul 2, 2026
Nintendo Switch 2 Announces New Limited Price Increase
Nintendo has announced a limited price increase for the Nintendo Switch 2, set to start on September 1. Fortunately, this specific price increase will not impact most prospective owners of the console, including those in the United States with their eye on a future purchase of the 2025 Nintendo console. The price increase, rather, is []
E! Online
· Jun 23, 2026
Dyson Prime Day Deals Are Rarely This Good—Airwraps & Vacuums 40% Off
Dyson's Prime Day deals are officially the shopping moment we've been waiting for. Because the premium brand rarely discounts pieces on its fan-favorites devices this much, you do not want to miss...
The Eastern Herald
· Jun 23, 2026
Amazon Prime Day 2026 Unleashes Record Apple and Headphone Discounts as Shoppers Rush for the Biggest Tech Deals
Amazon Prime Day 2026 is officially underway, and this year’s event is shaping up to be one of the biggest technology shopping events in recent memory. Running from June 23 through June 26, the four-day sale has triggered aggressive discounts across Apple’s ecosystem, premium headphones, smart home devices, laptops, tablets, wearables, and Amazon’s own hardware lineup. Retail analysts and deal trackers say some products have already reached their lowest prices of the year, prompting consumers to move quickly before inventory runs out. Apple products have emerged as the biggest attraction of Amazon Prime Day 2026. Significant discounts are available on
MobileSyrup
· Jul 7, 2026
Google to reveal Pixel 11 series at August 12 event
Google has started sending out invites for its Pixel 11 event, which is taking place on Wednesday, August 12, in New York City. The Made by Google 2026 keynote starts at 3 p.m. PT/6 p.m. ET, which is a lot later than we’re used to. Interestingly, the invite has shiny gold metal frames, indicating we []
Digital Trends
· Jun 23, 2026
These DDPAI Prime Day deals make upgrading your car’s security system a no-brainer
Prime Day is bringing some of DDPAI's biggest discounts of the year, with savings of up to 170 on the flagship Z90 Master and value-focused Z60 Master. If you've been waiting for the right time to upgrade your dashcam, this limited-time sale may be it.
The Motley Fool
· Jul 8, 2026
Why July 16 Could Be a Turning Point for the Netflix Stock Price
Netflix has a chance to reverse its stock price decline on July 16.
ZDNet
· Jun 23, 2026
The best Prime Day Samsung deals: Save big on Galaxy phones, tablets, and more
Prime Day is officially here. Score record-low early prices on Samsung Galaxy smartphones, smartwatches, and 4K TVs on Amazon today.
Cosmopolitan
· Jun 26, 2026
I Found 50+ Last-Minute Prime Day Deals Worth Your Precious Dollars
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Kathimerini
· Jul 3, 2026
Summer sales to begin on July 13
This year’s summer sales are scheduled to begin on Monday, July 13, and last until Monday, August 31.
Men's Health
· Jun 25, 2026
Prime Day Apple Deals Are Here—Rare Sales on AirPod Max 2 and Apple Watch Ultra 3
Some of our favorite fitness trackers and headphones are on sale.
Gematsu
· Jun 23, 2026
Uta no Prince-sama: Shining Live for Nintendo Switch launches December 17 in Japan
The October 2023-announced Uta no Prince-sama: Shining Live for Nintendo Switch will launch on December Source
NDTV
· Jul 3, 2026
Amazon Prime Day Mobile Offers 2026: Best Deals on OnePlus, Nothing and More
Amazon Prime Day Sale 2026 commences at midnight today for everyone. However, the early deals are already live, giving you a head start. Additionally, if you are a Prime member, you can get early...
DNyuz
· Jun 25, 2026
Microsoft is raising Xbox prices yet again due to the memory shortage — this time by $100-$150
Microsoft announced price hikes for its Xbox Series X on Thursday, effective August 1. Phil Barker/Future Publishing via Getty Images Microsoft is the latest tech giant to raise prices due to the memory shortage; Xbox prices will go up 100-150 on August 1. It said memory and storage prices have increased by “more than 2.5x” []
Investing.com
· Jul 7, 2026
Morning Bid: Samsung boom, market gloom
Morning Bid: Samsung boom, market gloom
Financial Times
· Jun 30, 2026
KNDS struggles to convince investors to back IPO at €12bn-plus valuation
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Related coverage for "Google's Pixel 11 launch event is set for August 12, with possible price increases": CNET — Made by Google Event Invites Show an Aug. 12 Launch for the Pixel 11 Series. Engadget — Google's next Pixel event is on August 12. iPhone in Canada — Google Confirms August Pixel Event to Reveal New Generation. TechCrunch — Google’s Pixel event is set for August 12. Mashable — Here are some of the best Samsung deals available as Amazon Prime Day 2026 kicks off. ComicBook.com — Nintendo Switch 2 Announces New Limited Price Increase. E! Online — Dyson Prime Day Deals Are Rarely This Good—Airwraps & Vacuums 40% Off. The Eastern Herald — Amazon Prime Day 2026 Unleashes Record Apple and Headphone Discounts as Shoppers Rush for the Biggest Tech Deals. MobileSyrup — Google to reveal Pixel 11 series at August 12 event. Digital Trends — These DDPAI Prime Day deals make upgrading your car’s security system a no-brainer. The Motley Fool — Why July 16 Could Be a Turning Point for the Netflix Stock Price. ZDNet — The best Prime Day Samsung deals: Save big on Galaxy phones, tablets, and more. Cosmopolitan — I Found 50+ Last-Minute Prime Day Deals Worth Your Precious Dollars. Kathimerini — Summer sales to begin on July 13. Men's Health — Prime Day Apple Deals Are Here—Rare Sales on AirPod Max 2 and Apple Watch Ultra 3. Gematsu — Uta no Prince-sama: Shining Live for Nintendo Switch launches December 17 in Japan. NDTV — Amazon Prime Day Mobile Offers 2026: Best Deals on OnePlus, Nothing and More. DNyuz — Microsoft is raising Xbox prices yet again due to the memory shortage — this time by $100-$150. Investing.com — Morning Bid: Samsung boom, market gloom. Financial Times — KNDS struggles to convince investors to back IPO at €12bn-plus valuation

