New Pixel Feature Drop Improves Camera Interface And Adds Personalization Options

By Shikhar Mehrotra • Updated On Oct 5, 2023

Like
Comment
Share

At the Pixel 8 launch event, Google announced a new feature drop with features like an improved camera experience, new personalization options, Seamless Translation on the Pixel Fold, notifications about faulty charging accessories, etc. It is important to mention that the October Feature Drop for Pixel devices coincides with Android 14. Here’s what is new for Pixel phones, Pixel Fold, and Pixel Tablet owners.

It’s Easier To Get Around The Camera Modes

With the new feature drop, Pixel users get a new camera interface that allows easy switching between photo and video modes with a new toggle at the bottom of the screen. Google mentions that the new modes let users toggle between their favorite photo and video modes like Night Sight and Slow Motion.

Google Pixel Drop improves camera interface

Personalize Lock Screen With New Clock Styles

Another feature with Android 14 enables users to personalize their lock screen with new custom clocks and wallpaper collection. One can also change the lock screen quick actions, Smartspace information, and notification display. Google has also added a new monochrome theme in the Material You design language, available for Pixel phones and the Pixel Tablet.

Edit RAW Images With Ease

Pixel 6 and newer phones can now open RAW images directly in the users’ favorite image editor from Google Photos Editor. Another useful feature will inform users if their power adapter or charging cable isn’t functioning well, charging the device slowly or not charging it at all. The battery-saver mode on supported devices now shows exactly which apps and functionalities are being restricted to extend the battery life, allowing users to enable an app.

Pixel Fold Gets Dual Screen Interpreter Mode With Live Translation

The Pixel Fold, launched earlier this year, gets the Dual Screen Interpreter mode. The feature enables Fold users to have face-to-face conversations in different languages using the inner and the outer screens simultaneously. Pixel Tablet users will get Google a new streamlined navigation bar in Google Kids Space, making it easier for kids to explore, switch apps, and come back to the home screen.

You can follow Smartprix on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Google News. Visit smartprix.com for the most recent news, reviews, and tech guides.

Shikhar Mehrotra

Shikhar Mehrotra is a seasoned technology writer and reviewer with over five years of experience covering consumer tech across India and global markets. At Smartprix, he has authored more than 1,700 articles, including news stories, features, comparisons, and product reviews spanning automobiles, smartphones, chipsets, wearables, laptops, home appliances, and operating systems. Shikhar has reviewed flagship devices such as the iPhone 16, Galaxy S25+, and Sennheiser HD 505 Open-Ear headphones. He also contributes regularly to Smartprix’s growing automotive section.

With a deep understanding of both iOS and Android ecosystems, Shikhar specializes in daily tech news, how-to explainers, product comparisons, and in-depth reviews. His DSLR photography in product reviews is recognized as among the best on the team.

Before joining Smartprix, Shikhar wrote for leading publications including Forbes Advisor India, Republic World, and ScreenRant. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication from Amity University, Lucknow.

Skoda Nepal Posts Slavia’s Facelift Pictures Before The Vehicle Goes Official In India

Even though the Skoda Slavia is manufactured in India and then exported to Nepal, Skoda Nepal has released a teaser of the car’s facelift, rumored to arrive sometime next year. The teaser comes as an image shared via the company’s official X handle. Also Read: 5 Things I Like (and 2 I Don’t) About the …

Google Pixel 3 Launch Key Highlights: New Features and Devices Google Announced

Google Pixel 3 and 3XL were perhaps the worst kept secrets. Forget the leaks the phone were readily available at a retail store in Hong Kong (and elsewhere) even before their official unveiling. Well, Google talked at length about its software and had a lot more to show off than its new Pixel phones. Here’s …

What is Quad-PD Technology And How It Will Define Flagship Camera Performance in 2019

Camera quality is still one of the most important features in a Smartphone. Every year we see smartphone manufacturers bringing innovative solutions to counter age-old smartphone photography constraints by integrating new hardware and smarter software. Last year, we saw manufacturers like Vivo and Google use dual Pixel technology where each pixel becomes two separate photo …

Magic Cue: Google’s New Pixel 10 Feature Provides Super-Personal AI Assistance On The Go

At the Pixel 10 launch event held on August 20, Google announced a couple of new AI-based features, such as Camera Coach and Edit with Ask Photos. However, there’s one feature in particular that stands out: Magic Cue. While it was a bit odd to see how the feature works in YouTube videos roughly about …

Nothing OS 4.0 Teased Again; First Look At the New Features

Nothing has once again teased OS 4.0, its next major software update. The update will introduce an even more minimal interface, a new lock screen clock option, and an Extra Dark Mode that will deepen blacks for better comfort. Multitasking will see a significant upgrade with the option to run two apps in floating Pop-up …