Apple iPhone 17 vs Google Pixel 11
4 questions both answer, side by side. Every answer is backed by the dated sources at the bottom.
Side by side
Can your phone screen unknown and spam calls for you?
On iPhone, Screen Unknown Callers can ask callers from unsaved numbers why they're calling before your phone rings, and a spam filter moves spam calls to a separate list.
Good to know: An iPhone setting, not specific to iPhone 17; not active while roaming.
Pixel 11's Call Screen handles unknown callers for you, and Scam Detection gives real-time alerts about likely fraud in calls and messages.
Good to know: Select countries and languages; Scam Detection isn't 100% accurate.
Can your phone translate a phone call live?
iPhone 17 has Live Translation in the Phone and FaceTime apps for one-on-one calls.
Good to know: Listed languages only.
Pixel 11 translates what each caller says in real time, using the sound of their own voice.
Good to know: Select countries and languages; Google says translation may not be instantaneous.
Can your phone's AI assistant do things in your apps for you?
Siri AI on iPhone 17 can take actions in apps like Messages, Music and Reminders, such as editing a message you just sent.
Good to know: Rolling out in English.
On Pixel 11, Gemini Intelligence can take on routine tasks such as ordering groceries or booking a ride, working with your apps in the background while you can view or end the task.
Good to know: Maker's description; supported apps not listed here.
How long does a new phone's battery last?
Apple rates iPhone 17 at up to 30 hours of video playback (27 streamed); 10 minutes of charging gives up to 8 hours of video.
Good to know: Video playback rating; fast top-up needs a high-wattage adapter.
Google rates Pixel 11 at 30+ hours of battery life.
Good to know: Maker's figure; Google says actual battery life may be lower.
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Can you edit a photo on your phone just by describing the change?
On Pixel 11 you can simply ask for the edits you want and Google Photos makes them, without selecting tools or sliders.
Good to know: Maker's description.
How many years of updates does a new phone get?
Google promises Pixel 11 7 years of OS and security updates, plus new features through Pixel Drops.
Good to know: Maker's promise.
How we know (3 sources)
Apple Support, "Manage unknown callers on iPhone": under Screen Unknown Callers you choose Never, Ask Reason for Calling (the caller is asked why they're calling before your phone rings) or Silence. Calls aren't screened while roaming, and screening turns off for 24 hours after an emergency call. A spam filter and an Unknown Callers filter move such calls to separate lists.
Read the sourceiPhone 17 overview and specs (read Oct 23, 2026): Siri AI, powered by Apple Intelligence, answers open-ended questions and takes actions in apps like Messages, Music and Reminders (rolling out in English). Live Translation in Phone and FaceTime works for one-on-one calls in listed languages. Up to 30 hours of video playback (27 streamed); 10 minutes of charging gives up to 8 hours of video with a high-wattage adapter.
Read the sourceGoogle Store page for Pixel 11 (read Oct 23, 2026): 7 years of OS and security updates; 30+ hours of battery life. Gemini Intelligence can take on routine tasks such as ordering groceries or booking a ride, working with your apps in the background while you can view or end the task. Phone calls are translated in real time in the caller's own voice (select countries and languages). Edits in Google Photos just by asking for them. Call Screen handles unknown callers and Scam Detection warns about likely fraud in calls and messages (select countries; not 100% accurate).
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