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Google is building on the hype surrounding its upcoming Pixel phones, with the latest video it released teasing what is a new face unlocking mechanism as well as a new gesture control feature. Both the features will no doubt be among the biggest USP of the Pixel 4 phones expected for launch around fall this year.
Google also followed up with more information on the gesture control features it teased in the video, stating it’s the result of a new radar technology called Soli that comes integrated into the Pixel 4 phones. Developed by the Advanced Technology and Projects division at Google, Soli uses cutting-edge optical technology to detect movements off the screen, with the underlying software reacting according to such movements.
As shown in the video, the user can skip songs with just a wave of the hand. Google elaborated the feature will also allow users to silence phone calls or snooze alarms simply by way of hand gestures. The features though will only be limited to Pixel phones and that too in a select few countries only.
The Mountain View company further added it is just the start with more advanced features set to be introduced in future. Whether that would come in the form of software updates or will require the underlying camera and other associated sensors to be enhanced remains to be seen.
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- Google Pixel 10a is a durable, everyday phone with more[1]; snap brilliant photography on a simple, powerful camera, get 30+ hours out of a full charge[2], and do more with helpful AI like Gemini[3]
- Unlocked Android phone gives you the flexibility to change carriers and choose your own data plan; it works with Google Fi, Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T, and other major carriers
- Pixel 10a is sleek and durable, with a super smooth finish, scratch-resistant Corning Gorilla Glass 7i display, and IP68 water and dust protection[4]
- The Actua display with 3,000-nit peak brightness shows up clear as day, even in direct sunlight[5]
- Plan, create, and get more done with help from Gemini, your built-in AI assistant[3]; have it screen spam calls while you focus[6]; chat with Gemini to brainstorm your meal plan[7], or bring your ideas to life with Nano Banana[8]
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The evolution of new face unlock feature, one that Google is confident enough to showcase ahead of the Pixel 4’s launch is also significant. That’s because the face unlock mechanism has never been too secure on Android phones compared to Apple’s Face ID.
However, what remains to be seen is if the feature will be made available across the board for all Android phones subsequently. That would mean making the Soli feature open-source, something that again could undermine the exclusivity of Pixel phones.
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- Google Pixel 10a is a durable, everyday phone with more[1]; snap brilliant photography on a simple, powerful camera, get 30+ hours out of a full charge[2], and do more with helpful AI like Gemini[3]
- Unlocked Android phone gives you the flexibility to change carriers and choose your own data plan; it works with Google Fi, Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T, and other major carriers
- Pixel 10a is sleek and durable, with a super smooth finish, scratch-resistant Corning Gorilla Glass 7i display, and IP68 water and dust protection[4]
- The Actua display with 3,000-nit peak brightness shows up clear as day, even in direct sunlight[5]
- Plan, create, and get more done with help from Gemini, your built-in AI assistant[3]; have it screen spam calls while you focus[6]; chat with Gemini to brainstorm your meal plan[7], or bring your ideas to life with Nano Banana[8]
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Meanwhile, with months left for the launch of the Pixel 4 – if the phone sticks to its usual October launch schedule, that is – that makes plenty of time for Google to reveal other details of the upcoming phone. The company has last teased a video in June wherein the phone was shown having an elaborate squarish rear camera module that should have multiple sensors.
Quick Recap
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- Google Pixel 10 is the everyday phone unlike anything else; it has Google Tensor G5, Pixel’s most powerful chip, an incredible camera, and advanced AI - Gemini built in[1]
- Unlocked Android phone gives you the flexibility to change carriers and choose your own data plan[2]; it works with Google Fi, Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T, and other major carriers
- Unlocked Android phone gives you the flexibility to change carriers and choose your own data plan[2]; it works - Google Fi, Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T, and other major carriers
- The upgraded triple rear camera system has a new 5x telephoto lens - up to 20x Super Res Zoom for stunning detail from far away; Night Sight takes crisp, clear photos in low-light settings; and Camera Coach helps you snap your best pics[3]
- Pixel 10 is designed - scratch-resistant Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 and has an IP68 rating for water and dust protection[21]; plus, the Actua display - 3,000-nit peak brightness is easy on the eyes, even in direct sunlight[4]
