What you need to know
- The Pixel Camera app with 9.4.103.641377609.23 introduces new General and Pro tabs for older Pro models.
- Pixel Fold, Pixel 7 Pro, and Pixel 6 Pro users can choose between automatic and manual lens selection options, like the flagship Pixel 8 Pro phone.
- The zoom buttons such as 1x and 2x have been replaced by UW, W and T with the new update.
Google Pixel Camera is getting a new update that brings new settings and features exclusive to the Pixel 8 Pro to other Pixel phones.
As pointed out 9to5Googlethe new changes with the latest update of the Pixel camera app with the 9.4.103.641377609.23 The version starts with the ability to choose a specific lens to capture a shot, as seen previously in the Pixel 8 Pro. Older Pixel phones like the Pixel 7 ProPixel 6 Pro and the Pixel Fold You will now have the feature hidden under “Lens Selection”, which provides automatic or manual options.
Interestingly, Lens Selection is now hidden in the Photo Settings section in the Camera app, which is divided into two tabs: General and Pro, a new addition as part of the latest update.
The other interesting change is the replacement of the zoom buttons just above the shutter button. Instead of 1x or 2x buttons, Pixel users will now be able to see UltraWide (UW), Wide (W), and Telephoto (T) options, making it easier for beginners to differentiate. The main camera of the respective device will be launched by default (W) whenever users open the camera app.
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The RAW/JPEG selector, previously hidden in the Advanced Settings section, has also been moved to the new Pro tab. However, like the Pixel 8 Pro, other Pixel owners won't be able to select image resolution, notes 9to5 .
Similarly, the “Store video efficiently” setting is also changed to Settings > Video Video Stabilization and Audio Zoom toggle. Previously it was also hidden in Advanced Preferences.
The post further indicates that the improved HDR+ frame selection feature will likely be included in the new update for devices including the Pixel 6 and above, along with the Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet.
For owners of the aforementioned devices, the update is I'm already alive in Google Play Store. On the other hand, Google has also released new features in recent years. Feature Drop for Pixel phones and Pixel Watch models.
