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Google's upcoming Pixel phones are for the fans, even if its launch event isn't
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TL;DR
- The Pixel 11 Pro will feature a notification light integrated into its camera island.
- This feature is seen as a move to appeal to power users and a nod to Google's smartphone history.
- Google's launch events have shifted from technical reveals to celebrity-hosted spectacles.
- The notification light was present in Google's Nexus phones and the Pixel 2 but was later removed.
- The new notification light is speculated to be connected to Google's AI assistant, potentially with customizable features.
- The inclusion of the notification light contrasts with the event's focus on broader audience engagement.
- The article expresses a desire for Google to also bring back other long-lost features like headphone jacks or expandable storage.