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Pixel 11 to get improved face unlock; 11a to use Tensor G6

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from 9to5Google ·

Google's Pixel 11 is rumored to feature an upgraded face unlock system, while the Pixel 11a is said to adopt the Tensor G6 chip. These details emerge from leaks ahead of the Pixel 11 launch. The 11a's chip choice suggests a focus on mid-range performance.

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The face unlock upgrade is incremental, but the Tensor G6 in the 11a signals Google's commitment to bringing flagship-level AI to cheaper devices.
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