# The Pixel 11 may finally ditch Samsung’s modem for better battery life and connectivity

> If you’ve ever watched your Pixel’s signal bars drop for no reason in a room where every other phone was fine, you already know Google has a modem problem.

- **Source:** [Digital Trends](https://www.digitaltrends.com/phones/the-pixel-11-may-finally-ditch-samsungs-modem-for-better-battery-life-and-connectivity/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a55588356bd47699b706d33)
- **Published:** 2026-07-13
- **Category:** Phones
- **Tags:** #apple #samsung #pixel #google #ai #android #5g #pixel-11
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