Google Unveils Pixel Camera 9.8 with Exciting Astrophotography Animations and Dual Screen Preview
Google's Pixel Camera 9.8 update brings new features like an animation toggle for Astrophotography, improved Palm timer functionality, and Dual Screen Preview for Pixel Fold users.
By Blip Tech
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Google Rolls Out Pixel Camera 9.8
Key Updates:
- Astrophotography Animation: A new toggle in Settings > Advanced allows users to enable or disable an animation for Astrophotography, which is enabled by default.
- Palm Timer: The Palm timer feature (raise your hand) now works with the rear camera.
- Dual Screen Preview: Pixel Fold users can use Dual Screen Preview when recording video. For Add Me on the 9 Pro Fold, this feature can now appear on the external display.
- Remote Connected Cameras: This feature allows users of Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold to capture or live stream using supported camera applications with remote cameras. Supported remote devices include Pixel 6+ and GoPro 10 and later (with the latest software). Compatible apps are YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok.
- Camera Picker: A floating pill-shaped container that allows users to add, remove, or disconnect a remote camera, and switch between their device and a remote camera.
Notes:
- Users can only connect to devices signed in with their Google Account.
- Only one remote camera can be connected at a time.
- Audio is sourced from the currently used camera.
- Using a Bluetooth audio source may degrade streaming quality.
- The update is rolling out via the Google Play Store.
