If you have struggled with squinting at QR codes or awkwardly trying to scan them with your phone, you are not alone in thinking that QR code scanning could be better.
But here is the exciting part: Google seems to have listened to your concerns and is about to unveil a revolutionary solution.
As PhoneArena reports, rumor has it that Android 14 will showcase an auto-zoom feature designed to make scanning QR codes a breeze.
QR Code Scanning Gets an Upgrade
Sources indicate that Google's Android team has been hard at work refining QR code scanning for a more seamless experience.
Renowned Android analyst Mishaal Rahman recently revealed on X that Google has integrated an auto-zoom feature into its ML Kit's Barcode Scanning and Code Scanner APIs.
Google has updated ML Kit's Barcode Scanning API and the Code Scanner API with auto-zoom, enabling the camera to automatically zoom in to scan barcodes that are far away. The scanner will intelligently detect barcodes and zoom in so the user doesn't have to manually adjust zoom. pic.twitter.com/yZGjJsrgI9
— Mishaal Rahman (@MishaalRahman) August 3, 2023
This feature enables your camera to intelligently zoom in when aimed at a distant QR code, eradicating the need for manual adjustments or the awkward dance of getting up close to your target.
The concept behind this feature is rooted in user convenience. Imagine effortlessly scanning a QR code from a comfortable distance without struggling with your phone's zoom controls.
Machine Learning and AI Technology
According to TechRadar, the technology underlying it is also more sophisticated, as it employs Google's machine learning (ML) kit.
Google's utilization of machine learning and AI technology ensures that the camera accurately detects and zooms in on QR codes, enhancing the entire process.
While this auto-zoom wonder is already generating buzz, its potential impact on various Android devices is still a topic of discussion. Google's AI and machine learning prowess suggests that the feature could work smoothly across a range of handsets. However, it remains to be seen how well it adapts to different hardware and software configurations.
The auto-zoom feature's appearance in Google Mobile Services (GMS) beta has raised anticipation about its imminent arrival. Observant users, including the @AssembleDebug account on X (formerly Twitter), noted the feature's presence in GMS, hinting at an impending rollout.
It is worth noting that this development aligns with the anticipated release of Android 14, which is expected to grace our devices very soon.
Under the hood, Google's auto-zoom innovation harnesses the power of its machine learning (ML) kit. Developers gain access to Google's advanced algorithms for visual analysis, which extend beyond barcode scanning to tasks like face and object detection.
Moreover, speculation suggests that Google's Super Res zoom technology might play a role, enabling real-time upscaling without needing specialized hardware.
In Other News
Google Search now has a built-in grammar checker that users can enable. This checker provides customers with quick corrections, which they can choose to apply or disregard if they like.
The search engine has a variety of built-in tools, including a dictionary, a metronome, and a multi-sided die. The latest development allows users to check their grammar on both mobile and desktop platforms.
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