When Google launched the Pixel 6 lineup in 2021, it quietly made a major security move. Alongside the new design, the company introduced the Titan M2 security chip. That chip still powers protection inside the Pixel 10 family today. However, after more than four years, the hardware is starting to show its age.
Now, a fresh rumor points to a significant upgrade. Google is reportedly preparing the Titan M3 security chip for the Pixel 11 series. The new chip is expected to debut later this year with the Tensor G6 SoC. While Google has not confirmed the details, the internal codename already sparks interest.
According to the leak, the Titan M3 carries the codename “Google Epic.” That name suggests a major leap forward. Companies rarely use bold internal names without reason. So expectations are naturally high.
For context, the Titan M2 plays a central role in Pixel security. It manages secure boot and protects encryption keys stored on the device. In addition, it prevents software rollback attacks. The chip also verifies the lock screen passcode before granting access. Even more importantly, it stays secure if Android or the Tensor chip becomes compromised.
That layered protection has helped Google market Pixel phones as some of the most secure Android devices. However, hardware security must evolve with new threats. Cyberattacks grow more complex each year. Therefore, a new chip feels overdue.
At this stage, specific upgrades in Titan M3 remain unclear. Google has not shared technical details or performance figures. Still, pairing it with the Tensor G6 suggests tight integration between hardware and software. That approach has been Google’s strategy since the Pixel 6.
