"...the solution's announcement at the Snapdragon Technology Summit suggests that it's going to be an important part of Qualcomm's product portfolio over the coming year..." Qualcomm has announced a new in-display fingerprint sensor. Called the Qualcomm 3D Sonic Sensor, it's based on ultrasonic imaging technology. On that note, it isn't yet clear how the new solution will … [Read more...] about Qualcomm Announces New Ultrasonic, In-Display Fingerprint Sensor
4G to Overtake 3G in LATAM/Caribbean This Year: GSMA Report
2018 will have been the year in which 4G connectivity surpassed 3G in Latin America, suggests a new report from the GSMA. Entitled "The Mobile Economy: Latin America and the Caribbean 2018", the report forecasts that by the end of the year, 4G networks will account for 38 percent of the region's connections. That points to a remarkable trajectory, with 4G having accounted … [Read more...] about 4G to Overtake 3G in LATAM/Caribbean This Year: GSMA Report
Qualcomm to Focus on AI with New $100M Investment Fund
"In addition to other applications, Qualcomm's new AI investment fund could help to shore up the company's capabilities in biometric identification and authentication." Qualcomm has announced a new $100 million investment fund. Aptly called the Qualcomm Ventures AI Fund, it's kicking off with a series-A investment in AnyVision, an Israel-based computer vision specialist that … [Read more...] about Qualcomm to Focus on AI with New $100M Investment Fund
Gemalto to Provide eSIM, Communications Security Tech for French Ministry of Interior
As French security forces move toward 4G communication networks, and prepare for the 5G revolution to come, the Ministry of Interior has selected Gemalto to deliver SIM, eSIM, and cellular subscription management solutions. The aim is to ensure that public safety personnel will have constant, reliable access to communications networks, and the ability to switch between … [Read more...] about Gemalto to Provide eSIM, Communications Security Tech for French Ministry of Interior
GSMA, Industry Partners Announce AR/VR Forum
The GSMA is looking to tie Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality technology to the growing momentum around 5G connectivity, announcing a new initiative aimed at encouraging the development of cloud-based AR and VR services. Called "The GSMA Cloud AR/VR Forum", the program has the backing of major mobile network operators including China Mobile, China Telecom, China Unicom, … [Read more...] about GSMA, Industry Partners Announce AR/VR Forum
Xiaomi Sticks with FPC1291 Fingerprint Sensor for Latest Smartphone
Xiaomi is using Fingerprint Cards' FPC1291 single-chip, single-die sensor in another new smartphone – the Mi Mix 3. Officially announced at a media event last Thursday, the Mi Mix 3 features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor, front-facing and rear-facing dual camera imaging systems, a 3,200 mAh battery, and a 6.39" display. Xiaomi is going for a big-screen approach with … [Read more...] about Xiaomi Sticks with FPC1291 Fingerprint Sensor for Latest Smartphone
Google’s New Smartphones and Tablet Feature Biometrics Sensors from Fingerprints
"The Pixel 3 smartphones' fingerprint sensors are rear-mounted, while the Pixel Slate's fingerprint sensor has been integrated into its power button." With the unveiling of Google's latest mobile devices, Fingerprints (FPC) is celebrating some very high-profile deployments. The company has revealed that Google's Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL smartphones, as well as its Pixel … [Read more...] about Google’s New Smartphones and Tablet Feature Biometrics Sensors from Fingerprints
Fingerprint Authentication is Finally Coming to Chrome
A beta version of the latest Chrome browser for macOS and Android points to the rise of FIDO2-based biometric authentication on the web. The new Chrome 70 feature allows websites to access a fingerprint sensor on their device, and, as 9to5Google reports, this is enabled by default in the Web Authentication API. Websites that take advantage of the feature can use fingerprint … [Read more...] about Fingerprint Authentication is Finally Coming to Chrome
Fingerprint Biometrics Coming to Chromebooks, Code Reveals
New code for the Chrome OS suggests that a forthcoming Chromebook laptop will feature fingerprint-based biometric security. The code snippets concern the enrolment of fingerprints in a Chrome OS device, and indicate that the user can register up to three fingerprints at a time, with the option of resetting them later. And, as 9to5Google points out, the lines of code also get … [Read more...] about Fingerprint Biometrics Coming to Chromebooks, Code Reveals
New Code Suggests Google Will Deliver Face Unlock in Coming Chrome OS Devices
It looks like Google is preparing to bring a Face Unlock system to future devices running on its Chrome OS. The revelation comes by way of some newly added code in Chrome's back-end. While the clues offered in code snippets can sometimes be a bit ambiguous, this sample seems pretty clear, with its key line reading "Add face detection The face detection works if set the mode … [Read more...] about New Code Suggests Google Will Deliver Face Unlock in Coming Chrome OS Devices
Qualcomm Chip Supports Samsung Galaxy Note9’s AI, High-Speed Connectivity
With Samsung's next flagship smartphone due to hit the market in less than two weeks, Qualcomm has revealed that it once again has a hand in Samsung's underlying technology: The Samsung Galaxy Note9 features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor. In announcing the integration, Qualcomm highlighted its chipset's connectivity and artificial intelligence capabilities. The … [Read more...] about Qualcomm Chip Supports Samsung Galaxy Note9’s AI, High-Speed Connectivity
SK Telecom to Bring AI Assistant to Korean Hotel
SK Telecom is bringing its AI assistant technology to a hotel in Seoul. The Korean telecom says its Nugu virtual assistant will be deployed at the Grand Walkerhill hotel, allowing hotel guests to perform actions like adjusting lighting and temperature via voice command. The system will initially be installed in 44 rooms, and SK Telecom says it will expand throughout the … [Read more...] about SK Telecom to Bring AI Assistant to Korean Hotel
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