Apple exploring device pairing with Touch ID, camera privacy using diffusers A pair of newly released patent applications detail potential future capabilities for Apple devices, with the first detailing a system by which two devices could be paired using biometric information, like a fingerprint, while the second details a method to display camera information using electronic diffusers. Shane Cole 12 years ago 11
Apple preparing software update to enhance functionality of iPhone 5s Touch ID Apple is preparing to release a free software update designed to improve the fingerprint recognition experience of Touch ID, potentially fixing a "fade" issue that has been experienced by some iPhone 5s users, AppleInsider has learned. Daniel Eran Dilger 12 years ago 42
Apple details Touch ID and Secure Enclave tech in new security white paper An iOS security white paper published by Apple on Wednesday offers a deeper understanding of the company's Touch ID fingerprint sensing system and the so-called "Secure Enclave" found in the A7 SoC, both of which were introduced with the iPhone 5s. Mikey Campbell 12 years ago 47
Rumor: Apple to use same manufacturer, processing method for Touch ID in next iPhone Production of the Touch ID fingerprint sensor in Apple's next iPhone will remain identical to the iPhone 5s, utilizing an 8-inch processing method run by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., according to the latest rumor. AppleInsider Staff 12 years ago 13
PayPal wants to partner with Apple on iPhone mobile payment platform - report Online payment giant PayPal has reportedly been pitching Apple a potential partnership — one that could see PayPal handle back-end security measures for a future iPhone-driven mobile payment system. Neil Hughes 12 years ago 127
Apple's Tim Cook hints at expanded mobile payment strategy and more for Touch ID While stopping short of announcing an comprehensively outlined strategy for facilitating mobile payments, Apple's chief executive Tim Cook linked the concept with iPhone 5s' Touch ID system. Daniel Eran Dilger 12 years ago 40
Samsung planning to one-up Apple's Touch ID with iris scanner in Galaxy S5 South Korean tech giant Samsung is considering the inclusion of iris recognition technology in its upcoming Galaxy S5 handset as the company attempts to counter Apple's popular Touch ID fingerprint scanner. Shane Cole 12 years ago 186
Rumor: LG hopes to catch up to Apple with fingerprint sensor in next-gen Android phone LG Electronics is reportedly testing a prototype version of the next generation of its flagship G-series smartphones that will allegedly include a swipe-based fingerprint sensor, countering the Touch ID capability of Apple's iPhone 5s. AppleInsider Staff 12 years ago 113
Massive new Apple patent filing details multi-user support, trackpad controls with Touch ID A 612-page patent application filed with the World Intellectual Property Organization shows that Apple is considering wide-ranging new uses for fingerprint sensing technology in its mobile devices, from user interface navigation and mobile payment processing to multiuser support. Shane Cole 12 years ago 48
