Your Chromebook now lets you control it without lifting a finger

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• Google is rolling out Face Control to Chromebooks with the latest Chrome OS M132 update.
• The feature lets users control the cursor and perform tasks using facial movements and gestures.
• The feature aims to make Chromebooks more accessible for people with motor impairments.

Google has launched a new accessibility feature called Face Control, allowing Chromebook users to control their cursor and perform various tasks using head movements and facial gestures. Rolling out as part of the Chrome OS M132 update, the feature is designed to make technology more inclusive, particularly for individuals with motor impairments.

Face Control uses AI to map 478 facial points in real time, enabling gestures to control the cursor and execute actions without a keyboard or mouse. Google says the feature supports up to 18 gestures, offering flexibility for a range of uses. It joins other Chromebook accessibility tools like ChromeVox and Dictation, aiming to provide more options for users with motor impairments.




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