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The Pixel 11's "glow" feature is actually called HiLight—here's what it does
The camera flash will evolve into a multicolor LED that illuminates when your phone is face down.
TL;DR
- Google's Pixel 11 series will introduce a new feature called HiLight, an illuminated dot in the camera module.
- HiLight is confirmed to be the new name for the "Pixel Glow" rumor.
- The feature is an LED that can produce a range of colors and functions as a camera flash.
- It's designed to alert users to calls from specific contacts or interactions with Gemini when the phone is face down.
- This resembles the functionality of older notification LEDs, but is located on the back of the device.
- Similar illuminated features are expected in upcoming Googlebook laptops (Glowbar) and the new Google Home Speaker.