Enhanced face unlock on Pixel 9 Pro Fold: now secures apps
Key Points:
- Advanced Security: The Pixel 9 Pro Fold’s face unlock now extends to apps, including banking.
- Improved Camera: Upgraded front camera boosts security level for biometric access.
- Class 3 Biometric Security: A full range of daily functions is supported, making the Pixel 9 Pro Fold more versatile.
Google has addressed previous shortcomings with its foldable devices in the new Pixel 9 Pro Fold, particularly improving the face unlock feature. Unlike its predecessor, the first Pixel Fold, which only allowed face unlock to access the device, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold now extends this capability to apps, including sensitive ones like banking applications.
This enhancement puts the Pixel 9 Pro Fold on par with other devices that offer high-security biometric access. The improvement is largely due to the upgraded front camera, which provides a higher level of security. Google has categorized biometric locking methods into different classes, and only those in Class 3 offer the full range of secure functionalities necessary for daily use.
With this upgrade, users can now rely on face unlock not just to access their phones but also to securely open apps, making the Pixel 9 Pro Fold a more secure and convenient option.