Google May Fix Pixel Face Unlock in the Dark
New code found in Android 17 QPR3 Beta 1 suggests that Google may finally be working on a solution to one of Pixel's biggest unlocking problems, according to recent findings from Android Authority. The feature, called "Face Active Illumination," appears to be designed to help Face Unlock in low-light settings, potentially bringing Pixel's facial recognition closer to the reliability of Apple's Face ID. Android 17 code gives a sneak peek into a new Pixel feature for facial recognition in the dark Android 17 QPR3 Beta 1 has several code references tied to Face Active Illumination, along with an option to control the brightness level.
- ▪New code found in Android 17 QPR3 Beta 1 suggests that Google may finally be working on a solution to one of Pixel's biggest unlocking problems, according to recent findings from Android Authority.
- ▪The feature, called "Face Active Illumination," appears to be designed to help Face Unlock in low-light settings, potentially bringing Pixel's facial recognition closer to the reliability of Apple's Face ID.
- ▪Android 17 code gives a sneak peek into a new Pixel feature for facial recognition in the dark Android 17 QPR3 Beta 1 has several code references tied to Face Active Illumination, along with an option to control the brightness level.
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