A fresh leak suggests that Google may not introduce its much-anticipated advanced face unlock system with the upcoming Pixel 11 series.
The company has been working on improving facial recognition technology under a project reportedly called Project Toscana. This new system was expected to bring significant upgrades, including the ability to unlock the phone in low-light or complete darkness—something current camera-based systems struggle with.
🔍 What the Leak Reveals
According to a recent leak, Google’s new face unlock hardware may not be ready in time for the Pixel 11 launch. The report suggests that the technology is still under development and may be pushed to a future generation.
📱 Current Face Unlock vs Future Plans
Google previously introduced advanced face unlock with the Pixel 4, which used infrared (IR) sensors. Later models shifted to camera-based systems, which are more convenient but less effective in dark conditions.
The upcoming upgrade was expected to bring back IR-based capabilities—possibly hidden under the display—making it faster and more secure, similar to Apple’s Face ID.
⚙️ Why the Delay?
While there’s no official confirmation, the delay could be due to technical challenges, especially with integrating advanced IR hardware beneath the display. Such innovations often require additional testing before mass production.
📊 What to Expect Instead
Even without the new face unlock system, leaks indicate that the Pixel 11 series could still feature improvements in camera hardware, performance (likely powered by Tensor G6), and display technology.
