Google's Pixel 11 smartphones may feature the Titan M3 security module integrated into Tensor G6 processors, potentially making them among the most secure devices available.
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Reports are circulating that Google's upcoming Pixel 11 series smartphones may feature a new hardware security module called the Titan M3. According to sources, this chip will be integrated into the future Tensor G6 processor under the codename Google Epic, with its firmware designated as longjing. If confirmed, the Pixel 11 could become one of the most secure smartphones on the market.
For context, the Titan M security coprocessor first debuted in the Pixel 3 back in 2018. Its evolution, the Titan M2, was later embedded directly into Tensor chips. This module handles the storage of cryptographic keys, protects PINs and passwords, and verifies system integrity during every device boot, ensuring a hardware-level "clean" launch of Android.
Based on RISC-V architecture, Titan isolates critical processes from the main operating system. It works in tandem with mechanisms like Strongbox Keymaster (KeyMint) to safeguard sensitive operations, including Google Pay payment data. The Titan M3 is expected to expand these capabilities and bolster hardware-level defenses against attacks and hacking attempts.
In a related development, the Tensor G6 is reportedly set to be manufactured by TSMC using a 2-nanometer process. This shift to more advanced technology should improve energy efficiency and thermal performance. Combined with the new security module, this could make the Pixel 11 not only more powerful but also significantly more secure.