Google Japan has announced the distribution channels for its next-generation Pixel 11 series. In addition to sales through the official store and carriers, the series will be available as SIM-free models at select consumer electronics retailers. The release date is scheduled for 20 August 2026.
Google Japan has announced the distribution channels for its next-generation Google Pixel device series: “Pixel 11,” “Pixel 11 Pro,” “Pixel 11 Pro XL” and “Pixel 11 Pro Fold.” As before, the devices are scheduled to be released through the official store and major carriers. The text explicitly identifies these devices as covered.
For the first time among Google Pixel devices, SIM-free models are expected to be available at select consumer electronics retailers. The specific retailers have not been announced, but the Bic Camera and Yodobashi Camera chains are expected to be included.
In addition to the Google Store and carriers, information is expected to be released on each company’s official website around the release date, Thursday, 20 August 2026. The availability of SIM-free models has been announced as a first for the series.