Apple Granted Patent to Build Fingerprint Scanners in More Devices
Nov 07, 2013 19:12
Apple received a patent for one of its fingerprint sensor technology. The patent was one of 40 granted to Apple last week.
The company will now be able to build sensors into the bezel structure, making it possible for Apple to design sensors in devices without a home button. Could your next Mac or Apple TV have a fingerprint sensor now?
The scanner patent was technically granted to AuthenTec last week. But since Apple purchased AuthenTec last year, Apple now owns the patent, too.
The Cupertino company was also awarded patents for its iPad Smart Cover and a light sensitive display with a pressure sensor.
