Take hands-free photos with Pixel’s Palm timer

Say goodbye to awkward selfie sticks and the stress of racing to beat the timer. With Google Pixel's Palm timer, you can easily capture everyone in your selfies or your group from a distance. Not only does it work with the front camera, but you can also use it with the rear camera. When you’re ready, simply raise your palm to start the countdown. Easy peasy!

This feature first came to the Pixel Fold when it launched on August 13, 2024, and has since rolled out to Pixel 6 and newer phones.

 

When you’re ready to take your picture, hold up your hand with your palm facing the camera, almost like you’re waving at it. Once the timer is triggered, lower your hand– and of course, strike a pose!

Check out these resources for more tips on how to get the highest quality shots on your Pixel Phone!

The Google Pixel team