Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold bags an exclusive Meet feature

Google just rolled out a pretty neat trick for its latest foldable phone. The Pixel 9 Pro Fold now lets you use both its inner and outer cameras at the same time during Google Meet calls. It’s a simple idea, but it opens up some interesting possibilities.

As highlighted by Android Authority, here’s how it works: When you’re on a Meet call, you can show your face on the inner camera while giving everyone a view of what’s in front of you with the outer camera. Think of it like picture-in-picture, but for video calls.

This could come in handy in a bunch of situations. Maybe you want to show off your new apartment to your parents without awkwardly flipping the camera back and forth. Or you could keep an eye on your kids in the pool while chatting with a friend. For work, you could demo a product up close while still maintaining eye contact with clients.

The Pixel 9 Pro Fold has another trick up its sleeve for group calls. You can mirror the video feed on both the inner and outer displays. This means you can set up the phone, so a whole group can see and interact with the call without crowding around a tiny screen. It’s a smart use of the foldable design that actually solves a common problem.

Google’s rolling this out to everyone with a Pixel 9 Pro Fold, whether you’re using a personal or work account. It’s worth noting that other foldable phones have tried similar features, but Google’s version seems particularly straightforward.

Is this enough to make you rush out and buy a Pixel 9 Pro Fold? Probably not on its own. But it’s an example of how foldable phones are starting to offer genuinely useful features that go beyond just having a bigger screen.

For now, if you find yourself constantly juggling group video calls or wishing you could show more context during Meet sessions, this Pixel feature might be worth checking out. Just be prepared for the inevitable price tag that comes with cutting-edge foldable tech.