Google confirms it's fixing the facial-recognition feature on the Pixel 4 after a security gap would let anyone unlock your phone while your eyes are closed
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The security on Google's newly announced Pixel 4 smartphones was under scrutiny before its release when it was revealed that the phone's facial recognition would unlock the phone when your eyes are closed.
The concern was that anyone could unlock your Pixel 4, even when you're asleep or unconscious, without you knowing. It could even be unlocked after death.The Pixel 4 won't land in people's hands or store shelves until October 24, seemingly before Google's update will be rolled out. For people concerned that their Pixel 4 can be unlocked with their eyes closed before the update is rolled out, Google suggests Pixel 4 owners "can activate a security feature that requires a pin, pattern or password for the next unlock."
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