# Google could soon solve Pixel's biggest face unlock flaw

> Google could soon solve Pixel's biggest face unlock flaw Oct 6, 2026 — 11:16 AM ET - Code within Android 17 QPR3 Beta 1 reveals Google is working on a “Face Active Illumination” feature, likely designed to assist face…

- **Source:** [Android Authority](https://www.androidauthority.com/google-pixel-face-active-illumination-apk-teardown-3719647/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6ac53a9523e81c2d2c9c2ba2)
- **Published:** 2026-10-06
- **Category:** Phones
- **Tags:** #pixel #google #android
- **Canonical:** http://localhost:4321/a/6ac53a9523e81c2d2c9c2ba2

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