The Pixel Camera app version 9.6, initially released in mid-October, is now more widely accessible through the Google Play Store. This update, part of the October Feature Drop, brings several enhancements for Pixel users.

New Features in Pixel Camera 9.6

  • Pixel 6-8a: A new 5-second timer option is added for capturing photos, along with easier access to Astrophotography mode directly from the Night Sight tab. Users can simply tap the bottom-right corner and slide to Astro.
  • Pixel 9 series: Introduces "Underwater photography and video" mode in Settings > Advanced. This feature, compatible with waterproof cases, restores true colors in underwater shots and displays an "Underwater" indicator in the viewfinder. Note: This is not available on the Pixel Fold.
  • All Supported Pixels: The redesigned Panorama mode now supports vertical orientation capture, offering greater flexibility.

This wider rollout ensures that Pixel users on versions 9.4 (Pixel 6-8a) or 9.5 (Pixel 9 series) can now benefit from these camera improvements. For more information on related camera features, check out How to Close Apps on Android. You might also be interested in Best Apple Watch Black Friday Deals 2024 or Samsung Galaxy A56: Leaked Renders Reveal New Design and Features.