It's no secret that for many Pixel 6 and 6 Pro owners the fingerprint reading experience is not one to be savored, if the sensor isn't ignoring your input it could disable itself if the phone's battery goes flat. It isn't helped that some screen protectors cause further issues in the accuracy stakes, so much so that Google has taken the step to announce a list of “Made for Google-certified” products for the Pixel 6 series.
“If your fingerprint won’t scan, it might be because of your screen protector. Make sure you’re using a screen protector that is Made for Google certified. “
As discovered by 9to5Google, Google's support page for unlocking the Pixel phone with a fingerprint promotes a number of screen protectors that are now “Made for Google-certified”. These approved products are available from the following accessory brands:
- Zagg
- Otterbox
- Panzerglass
There are a number of well-known screen protector brands that aren't included in the approved list, it's unknown at this time if it's because they don't want to pay the licensing fee to Google in order to be included or if the search giant hasn't gotten around to testing their products yet.
If you are having issues getting the fingerprint sensor to read your finger, remember that Google says it takes more direct contact than the sensors on smartphones from other brands.
