The new Google Pixel 8 series features an improved camera system, AI integration, an all-new Tensor G3 processor, a built-in temperature sensor, helpful features, and more. The new temperature sensor in Pixel 8 Pro (located on the back of the phone, beneath the LED flash) helps you measure the temperature of objects around you. Using the Google Thermometer app, users can easily measure the temperature of anything by pointing their Pixel 8 Pro at an object within 5 centimeters or 2 inches.
Here is how to install the Google Thermometer app (if it is missing on your phone) and measure the temperature of any object or surface using Pixel 8 Pro. The Thermometer app is the core item of the temperature sensor. Without it, you won’t be able to utilize the new thermometer feature of your Pixel 8 Pro. Also, it is an object temperature sensor and not for measuring body temperature.
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How to Download/Update the Google Thermometer app on Pixel 8 Pro?
1. If the Thermometer app is missing on your Pixel 8 Pro, open the Google Play Store and search for it.
2. Next, tap the Install or Update button to download or update the Thermometer app.
3. You can also download the Google Thermometer app directly from the Play Store (link).
4. Once done, launch the app and start using the temperature sensor on your Pixel 8 Pro.
As mentioned, you can measure the temperature of any object or surface with Pixel 8 Pro and Google Thermometer app. Note that the result may not be accurate and it vary based on temperatures, distance from object, and emissivity ranges.
How to Use Pixel 8 Pro to Measure Temperature of Any Object and Surface?
1. On your Google Pixel 8 Pro, go to the App drawer and launch the Thermometer app.
2. Tap the Object temperature option.
3. Next, select a material from the available list (or choose the default option) and tap the Done button.
4. Now, point your phone at the object you want to measure temperature (your phone should be within 5 centimeters or 2 inches).
5. Now, tap the big-round Tap to Measure button.
6. The temperature of the object now appears on the screen.
That is all how to install/update the Google Thermometer app on your Pixel 8 Pro and measure the temperature of any object or surface using the sensor. Note that the temperature sensor is not available in the standard Pixel 8.
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