Gadgets1 hOctober 8, 2026, 01:58

Google May Fix Pixel Face Unlock in the Dark

Code in Android 17 QPR3 Beta 1 reveals a feature called Face Active Illumination that could help Pixel Face Unlock work in low light. It appears to rely on screen brightness rather than IR hardware, with three brightness levels and activation settings.

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Google May Fix Pixel Face Unlock in the Dark

Face Active Illumination found in Android 17 QPR3 Beta 1
Three brightness levels adjustable via slider
Activation tied to Bedtime and Do Not Disturb modes
Google has not officially announced the feature

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