Among the most ambitious features of the Google Pixel 4 that was released last year was the addition of Motion Sense, which added a Soli motion-sensing radar. However, it appears this feature won't be picked up by Google Pixel 5, the upcoming flagship phone from the internet giant.
Google Pixel 5 Will Not Include Motion Sense Tech
According to TechRadar, through the phone's motion-sensing radar, Pixel 4 users have new ways to interact with their devices, such as making gestures in the air to navigate through various apps and the phone's interface.
This idea helped eliminate touching the device.
But although Pixel 4 was the first device from Google that featured the Soli radar, it also seems like it will be the last as the next device, Pixel 5, won't be picking it up.
This news came after 9to5Google's podcast, wherein the hosts mentioned a tip that said the Soli chip wouldn't be included in the phone.
Unfortunately, the hosts didn't provide any other detail. Still, if it isn't included, Google Pixel 5 might have to find a new implementation of its face unlock as the 3D face will be gone since it relied on the motion sensor tech.
Nevertheless, it wasn't as surprising that the company would rather leave this feature, especially since they faced quite a few problems with the Soli chip.
Surprising or Not?
For one, many Pixel 4 users claimed that it didn't work as it was advertised and that it only really worked with a handful of apps.
There was even an issue with the frequency as in some countries, the frequency that the technology will use is not legal, leading to the phone's failure to launch in India, along with other markets, last year, according to the news outlet.
By removing this technology on Google Pixel 5, the company will be able to launch it to more markets this time, and they can also bring down its price.
Besides the missing Soli chip, those awaiting the arrival of Google Pixel 5 might have heard of the rumor about its processor.
Pixel 5's Processor Leaked
According to Tom's Guide, the device will feature a mid-range, 5G-ready chipset. It is named the Qualcomm Snapdragon 768G, which is an upgrade and more recent compared to the Snapdragon 765G that was initially believed as Pixel 5's processor.
But since the device's motherboard and software can support both processors, Google can easily upgrade to the latest chipset in time for their launch, or if they continue with the Snapdragon 765G CPU, they could potentially update the device later on with ease.
The latest Snapdragon 768G CPU supports a 120Hz display by default, a clear upgrade from Pixel 4's 90Hz.
Nevertheless, some fans might be disappointed as the upcoming phone might be using a less-powerful chip compared to its predecessors that used the Snapdragon 8 series chips, but this might help make the device more affordable compared to the past devices.
As of now, these details are still rumored, and Google hasn't officially announced that much detail for Pixel 5, so take these with a grain of salt.
