Google reveals plans to make Pixel an in-vehicle drive recorder

An analysis of Google's 'Emergency Information Service' app revealed that Google plans to use the Pixel as an in-vehicle camera and drive recorder.

Google will soon let Pixel phones double as dashcams

According to the news site 9to5Google, this is a decompile of the 'Emergency Information Service' application delivered to the Play Store, and confirmed and grasped the code that suggests future functions. It is only confirmed as code and does not promise future implementation. Also, it seems that it was a misdelivery, and the version has already been withdrawn.

Emergency Information Service - Apps on Google Play

According to 9to5Google's analytics team, a new feature called 'Dashcam' can record and record while driving, and if the smartphone is mounted in the right place, it can prevent traffic accidents and other unexpected events. It is said that useful information will be recorded when an event occurs.

The Dashcam function can be used in conjunction with other smartphone functions, including navigation with Google Maps. By keeping the lock screen, it seems that you can continue recording while suppressing power consumption.

Also, without having to manually start recording, you can set it to automatically start recording when connected to a specific Bluetooth device such as an infotainment system, and stop recording when the connection is disconnected. About.

Recordings and recorded data are automatically deleted after 3 days unless saved separately. The average video size is 30MB per minute and the maximum recording time is 24 hours.

According to 9to5Google, there is no statement that it is exclusive to Pixel. It is unknown if it will be available for other Android smartphones as well. The feature is expected to be delivered as early as June 2023.