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Pixel 11 series factory images are now available to download

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Why This Matters

The availability of factory images for the Pixel 11 series marks a significant step for developers and advanced users, enabling them to easily restore or modify their devices. This release also underscores Google's commitment to transparency and support for the Pixel ecosystem, especially with the inclusion of foldable models. Overall, it enhances user control, security, and customization options for Pixel owners and enthusiasts.

Key Takeaways

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TL;DR Google has released factory images for the Pixel 11 series.

There are three builds for each phone in the Pixel 11 series.

Google has also confirmed the codenames for the new Pixel phones.

The Pixel 11 series is finally available to the public, and pre-orders are now shipping out. Along with the release of its new smartphones, Google also released factory images for the entire Pixel 11 series today.

These new images are based on Android 17, and there are three images for the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, and Pixel 11 Pro XL. Here’s the list of builds available for these phones: 17.0.0 (CD1A.260618.001.A7, Aug 2026)

17.0.0 (CD1A.260618.001.C2, Aug 2026)

17.0.0 (CD1A.260714.001.A9, Aug 2026) Unlike last year with the Pixel 10 series, Google has not specified which builds correspond to specific carriers or regions.

The company has also released factory images for the Pixel 11 Pro Fold. There are three images for the foldable Pixel as well, and once again, Google hasn’t mentioned anything about carrier- or region-specific builds. Here’s the list of builds available for the Pixel 11 Pro Fold: 17.0.0 (CD1A.260618.001.A9, Aug 2026)

17.0.0 (CD1A.260618.001.C3, Aug 2026)

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