Google may bring back an important feature from the Pixel 4 to the Pixel 11

According to a leak from Google's chip division, the company is considering adding an under-screen infrared camera to the Pixel 11.

Here's What We Know

This technology will allow the device to perform fast and secure authentication even in complete darkness. Currently, all Google phones since the Pixel 7 use a regular colour camera for face unlock, which is less secure and effective in low light.

Previously, the Pixel 4 already used two infrared cameras for secure authentication. The new system will be supported by Google's Tensor G6 image processor, which will make such systems more efficient and cost-effective. If Google decides to implement the feature, the Pixel 11 will be able to compete with Apple, which plans to release phones with an under-screen infrared camera for Face ID in 2026.

The documentation doesn't specify whether the regular selfie camera will also be an under-screen camera, but given Google's focus on camera quality, it's likely to remain as a notch.

Source: Android Authority