Google Camera v9.0 update coming with UI changes and new features

Google Camera v9.0 coming soon with minor UI tweaks, including reorganized settings and new app icon
New persistent toggle to switch between photo and video modes in viewfinder
Swipe up in viewfinder to open settings
Positions of camera roll and front/rear camera buttons swapped
New camera icon with larger silhouette, likely launching on Pixel 8 and 8 Pro first

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Posted 9/11/2023, 8:24:00 PM