• sky@codesink.io
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    1 year ago

    Still disappointing that it isn't using a proper IR illuminator. Apple's Face ID is still better, and the DyNaMiC iSlAnD doesn't take up that much space. I've adjusted to having a fingerprint sensor on my Pixel 6 Pro, but the thing is so much slower.

    • LiveLM@lemmy.zip
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      1 year ago

      Keep in mind you don't have to have a slow fingerprint sensor, Google just managed to fuck that up

      • sky@codesink.io
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        1 year ago

        Yeah, I've heard this one is particularly bad. It's broadly fine but it is definitely slower than the one in my old OnePlus 7 Pro.

        I paid $250 for the phone refurbished so I have a hard time complaining too much.

  • sovietknuckles [they/them]
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    1 year ago

    Face unlock on the Pixel 8 doesn’t compromise on security.

    Try saying that after a cop unlocks your phone by holding it up to your face (legal btw)

    • muddi [he/him]
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      1 year ago

      There is a lockdown mode or something in the power menu that should disable biometrics until the next unlock with pin/passcode

      Not defending the companies, just something to be aware of if you see a cop coming towards you in the distance

  • Moonrise2473@feddit.it
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    1 year ago

    If it doesn't have ir illuminators how it can't be fooled by a video playing back on a tablet? AI isn't magic, there's no way it can distinguish a properly made video playing on another screen. Even an human can't distinguish that in that super short time

    Example: make a video recording from the front camera of someone doomscrolling. Then play this on another screen, perfectly parallel, and at a distance where bezels can't be seen.