Apple recently made headlines by acquiring AuthenTec, a network and cloud security company with fingerprint identification technology.
The standard fingerprint reader and Absolute LoJack security software provide exceptional security for anywhere, anytime peace of mind.
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But those are combined with high-tech locks, such as biometric security systems (think fingerprint and retina scanners).
Apple is not the only company that recognizes the use of fingerprint and biometric interfaces in device security and mobile payments.
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Also on the rear plate, you'll find a fingerprint scanner for a touch more security than a simple PIN provides (and a lot more than the gimmicky face unlock).
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Security goes beyond most fingerprint readers, as well: while a basic swipe-and-done scan is an option, the truly cautious can require a multi-scan sequence that fends off just about any intruder.
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The company specialises in mobile phone security and is developing 2D fingerprint sensors for Apple, according to the merger documents.
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Another company to watch is Inside Secure (ISDCF) which offers fingerprint biometric solutions as well as other security solutions for Android.
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Odds are if Apple does introduce an iPhone model that includes fingerprint recognition technology either as a general security function, for mobile payment safety or both, others will follow suit.
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For the business user the X1 Carbon Touch provides peace of mind for any situation with state of the art security and manageability including vPro, Integrated Fingerprint Reader, Trusted Platform Module and BIOS encryption.
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Technology such as fingerprint readers have become fairly commonplace on PCs, while security conscious private sector and government organizations have been using retinal and iris scanning technology for decades.
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Besides the obvious paper-saving measures, iTravel could help skip key parts of the airport security line by providing passport information, a fingerprint or anything else screeners might want to see while we'd otherwise be juggling our suitcases.
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While AuthenTec is known best for its fingerprint-sensor chips, it also has a number of security products.
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Fingerprint scanners and devices that generate time-specific codes offer greater security, but they require hardware.
Clawson said the FBI told Hatfill it could not find any fingerprint samples on file, although the former researcher did have a government security clearance that was later revoked.
Apple showed on Friday that it wants to improve security on its devices, agreeing to buy AuthenTec, a maker of fingerprint recognition technology.
LONDON, England (CNN) -- A system using fingerprint scanning and face recognition systems, designed to speed up passenger transit times and increase security, is beginning a trial at Heathrow airport's Terminal 3.
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