Google’s Tensor G6 rumored to be paired with new Titan M3 security coprocessor

Google initially debuted its Titan M security chip back in 2018 with the Pixel 3 before following it up with Titan M2 in its first-gen Tensor launch. Now, as we approach the tenth anniversary of Pixel and the five-year anniversary of that step into custom silicon, Google is rumored to be working on yet another step forward for its security coprocessor.

As reported by Mystic Leaks on Telegram, Google is apparently working on Titan M3 for this year’s Tensor G6, codenamed “Google Epic,” running firmware “longjing.” There’s not much else to go off of here other than these initial internal listings, though this leaked report suggests Google is aiming to compete more directly with Apple’s Secure Enclave. It’s certainly been a while since we’ve seen a fresh Titan M-series coprocessor, and whatever anniversary plans the company has in store for Pixel this year seems to suggest this is as good a time as any for a refresh.

But as for what to expect,…