Due to the diffuser added over the flashlight for the new HiLight feature, the Pixel 11 series flashlight appears noticeably dimmer than on previous Pixel models.
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Pixel's new HiLight feature makes its flashlight noticeably dimmer than the flashlights on previous Pixels
A brightness comparison shows that the Pixel 11 Pro's camera flash and torch are dimmer than those of rivals like the Galaxy Z TriFold and iPhone 17e. The likely culprit is the same diffuser that powers the HiLight notification ring, which sits directly over…
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