The Pixel 11 Pro Fold can turn sign language into text, here’s how
MobileThe Pixel 11 Pro Fold can turn sign language into text, here's howIt's a useful new feature for sign language users.By Akshay Gangwar•Aug 12, 2026 — 10:00 AM ET•0•Follow us on Google DiscoverAdd us as preferred sourceTL;DR The Pixel 11 Pro Fold supports transcribing American Sign Language (ASL) into text. It uses the front camera to see what the user is signing, and displays the translation on the cover screen as well. The feature currently only supports ASL and is available in select countries and regions.
- ▪MobileThe Pixel 11 Pro Fold can turn sign language into text, here's howIt's a useful new feature for sign language users.By Akshay Gangwar•Aug 12, 2026 — 10:00 AM ET•0•Follow us on Google DiscoverAdd us as preferred sourceTL;DR The Pixel 1
- ▪It uses the front camera to see what the user is signing, and displays the translation on the cover screen as well.
- ▪The feature currently only supports ASL and is available in select countries and regions.
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