Apple's next generation iPhone will feature an improved Touch ID module with reduced reading errors, according to KGI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. "We think the new iPhone,expected to launch in 3Q15, will be equipped with an upgraded Touch ID module, with which Apple (US) intends to offer a better and safer Apple Pay user experience with reduced reading errors. We … [Read more...] about Next Generation iPhone to Feature Touch ID Module With Reduced Reading Errors
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Apple’s Acquisition of AuthenTec Killed Motorola’s Plans for a Nexus 6 Fingerprint Scanner
Apple's acquisition of AuthenTec killed Motorola's plan to include a fingerprint scanner on the Nexus 6, according to former Motorola CEO Dennis Woodside. In an interview with The Telegraph, Woodside reveals that the company planned to put a fingerprint scanner at the location of the dimple on the back of the Nexus 6; however, after Apple purchased AuthenTec there was no … [Read more...] about Apple’s Acquisition of AuthenTec Killed Motorola’s Plans for a Nexus 6 Fingerprint Scanner
MEGA App Gets Ability to Upload Camera Videos and Sync Multiple Photo Albums
The MEGA app for iPhone has been updated with the ability to upload camera videos and sync multiple photo albums, Touch ID support, and more. MEGA is a secure cloud storage service with 50 GB free storage space. … [Read more...] about MEGA App Gets Ability to Upload Camera Videos and Sync Multiple Photo Albums
Microsoft OneNote App Gets Support for Touch ID and iPhone 6, Ability to Organize Pages, More
Microsoft OneNote for iPhone has been updated with support for Touch ID, iPhone 6, and iPhone 6 Plus, the ability to insert files for other services, organize pages, and more. Harness the immense potential of your thoughts and discoveries with OneNote, your very own digital notebook. With OneNote, you can capture that flash of genius, that moment of inspiration, or … [Read more...] about Microsoft OneNote App Gets Support for Touch ID and iPhone 6, Ability to Organize Pages, More
Apple Announces iPad Air 2 with Thinner Profile, Touch ID, and A8X Processor
Apple today announced the iPad Air 2 at its special media event, featuring a profile that is just 6.1mm thick, a Touch ID fingerprint sensor, a new gap-less laminated panel with anti-reflective coating, a faster A8X processor, a new 8MP iSight camera, and more. Apple states that the iPad Air 2 is 18% thinner than the first-generation iPad Air and features a … [Read more...] about Apple Announces iPad Air 2 with Thinner Profile, Touch ID, and A8X Processor
Apple's Touch ID is Still Vulnerable to Faked Fingerprints
Security on the Apple Touch ID fingerprint reader of the iPhone 6 has only been marginally tightened and it's still vulnerable to a simple fake fingerprint hack, reports Marc Rogers, chief security researcher at Lookout Mobile Security. "I don't think people need to worry just yet, but there are distinct flaws that could lead to problems down the line, he told CNET. Rogers … [Read more...] about Apple's Touch ID is Still Vulnerable to Faked Fingerprints
Users Report Issues With Cellular Service, Touch ID After Updating to iOS 8.0.1
Apple released iOS 8.0.1 earlier today that brought HealthKit app support and other bug fixes. Unfortunately, it looks like Apple introduced new bugs with the release of iOS 8.0.1. … [Read more...] about Users Report Issues With Cellular Service, Touch ID After Updating to iOS 8.0.1
Apple Announces 'ApplePay' Mobile Payment Solution
At its special media event today, Apple announced its new ApplePay payment solution for the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, which utilizes the Touch ID fingerprint sensor, a new "Secure Element" functionality, and the built-in NFC antenna in conjunction with a credit card stored on iTunes. To make a payment, users hold the iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus to a receiver while holding the … [Read more...] about Apple Announces 'ApplePay' Mobile Payment Solution
iOS 8 SDK With Over 4,000 New APIs
Apple has released the iOS 8 SDK with over 4,000 new APIs for developers, bringing the biggest release since the origination of the App Store. Apple today released its iOS 8 SDK, the biggest developer release ever with more than 4,000 new APIs, giving developers the ability to create amazing new apps like never before. iOS 8 allows developers to further customize the user … [Read more...] about iOS 8 SDK With Over 4,000 New APIs
Some Users Report Degrading Touch ID Accuracy
Dr. Drang, a consulting engineer, recently reported noticing a degradation in the accuracy of Touch ID on the iPhone 5s over time. I’ve been using Touch ID since I got an iPhone 5s in mid-October. Generally speaking, I like it, and I find it faster than the old swipe-and-passcode method, but I’ve felt compelled to reteach it my fingerprints twice already. I know this … [Read more...] about Some Users Report Degrading Touch ID Accuracy