Neowin News Feed for: Fingerprint

Linux Mint is finally getting native fingerprint login support

David Uzondu — Sun, 08 Jun 2025 19:20:01 +0000

The Linux Mint team has announced that native fingerprint login support will be available in upcoming versions of Mint, alongside other improvements. Read more...

How to set your fingerprint to open any app on your Samsung Galaxy phone

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Sun, 06 Apr 2025 13:00:01 +0000

This guide teaches you a nifty trick to open any app on your Galaxy phone using your fingerprint on the lock screen. Read more...

Find My Device app now gives you a biometric login option for quicker access

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 06:56:01 +0000

With the latest update to the Find My Device app, Google has added the option to use biometrics for quicker and more secure access. Read more...

Ability to lock incognito tabs rolling out to Chrome for Android, already on iOS

Paul Hill — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 15:16:01 +0000

Google is rolling out the ability to lock incognito tabs to Android devices. It's already available for some Android users, but not all. The company said it has already deployed it for iOS. Read more...

Beware: Some Google Pixel 6a devices are being unlocked with unregistered fingerprints

Usama Jawad — Tue, 26 Jul 2022 05:54:02 +0000

Some popular YouTube channels are reporting a troubling problem with the Google Pixel 6a. Sometimes, the device reportedly unlocks even with people whose fingerprints aren't registered. Read more...

Samsung launches new integrated circuit for payment card fingerprint authentication

Paul Hill — Tue, 25 Jan 2022 11:18:01 +0000

Samsung has introduced its new S3B512C fingerprint security IC that's designed to be used for payment cards. The new IC adds an extra layer of security when making contactless card payments. Read more...

Edge for Android will soon give you the option to authenticate before autofilling fields

Paul Hill — Fri, 19 Nov 2021 02:12:01 +0000

Microsoft has added a grayed out toggle in Edge Canary for Android that will allow users to require a pin or fingerprint if autofill wants to use stored details for logging into websites or apps. Read more...

Enhanced security algorithms are to blame for slow fingerprint scan on the Pixel 6

Moshe Jacobs — Mon, 08 Nov 2021 13:52:01 +0000

Experiencing really slow unlock times on your Pixel 6? Google says that's because of an enhanced security algorithm implemented in order to ensure added protections on user verification. Read more...

WhatsApp adds biometric requirements for desktop and web access

Jay Bonggolto — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 14:20:02 +0000

WhatsApp is rolling out an extra security feature that requires you to confirm your identity with face or fingerprint unlock on your smartphone when you access your account on desktop or the web. Read more...

WhatsApp may soon allow users to authenticate web sessions with a fingerprint

Mehrotra A — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 04:08:01 +0000

Facebook-owned WhatsApp is working on a new privacy-focused feature that will further improve the app experience by allowing users to sign in to WhatsApp Web using their fingerprint. Read more...

WhatsApp for Android can now be unlocked using your fingerprint

Paul Hill — Fri, 01 Nov 2019 12:50:01 +0000

WhatsApp for Android has recently been updated giving users the ability to unlock the app with their fingerprint. The feature has been available in WhatsApp Beta since August this year. Read more...

Samsung to roll out a patch to fix the fingerprint vulnerability on the Galaxy S10 [Update]

Ather Fawaz — Thu, 17 Oct 2019 15:08:01 +0000

Samsung has promised a patch to fix the in-display fingerprint scanner in its Galaxy S10, after concerns were raised that anyone could unlock it when a screen protector was applied on the phone. Read more...

Firefox 67 launches with WebRender and cryptomining blocker

Paul Hill — Tue, 21 May 2019 12:33:51 +0000

Mozilla has released Firefox 67 onto the stable branch. The update is pretty big with initial support for WebRender and the inclusion of a cryptomining and fingerprinting blocker to enhance privacy. Read more...

Wendy's sued for illegally gathering and storing workers' fingerprint data

Ruel Revales — Sun, 23 Sep 2018 15:54:01 +0000

Former employees of Wendy's have filed a class-action lawsuit in Illinois against the restaurant for the way it handles employees' fingerprint data, potentially breaking a state law. Read more...

OnePlus confirms the 6T will feature an in-display fingerprint sensor

Vishal Laul — Mon, 10 Sep 2018 13:06:01 +0000

OnePlus has confirmed that its next flagship - the 6T - will feature an in-display fingerprint sensor. The device is expected to launch sometime next month, but pricing remains a mystery. Read more...

Samsung Galaxy Note9 to come with in-display fingerprint scanner say sources

Paul Hill — Fri, 23 Mar 2018 13:48:01 +0000

The upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note device is going to ship with an in-display fingerprint scanner, according to sources familiar with the topic. The suggestion further corroborates a previous report. Read more...

In-display fingerprint sensors to be a growing trend in 2018, says report

Muhammad Jarir Kanji — Tue, 16 Jan 2018 23:04:02 +0000

Market research company TrendForce believes 2018 will see a rapid proliferation of under-display fingerprint sensing technology, especially among Android-powered smartphone manufacturers. Read more...

Apple patents acoustic fingerprint imaging technology, might replace Touch ID

Hamza Jawad — Tue, 29 Aug 2017 18:52:01 +0000

Apple has patented a sub-display fingerprint imaging technology based on acoustic imaging which could replace Touch ID in the near future and perhaps mark the end of the Home button. Read more...

Missouri high school requiring students to hand over biometric data

Paul Hill — Fri, 18 Aug 2017 13:32:01 +0000

Excelsior Springs High School in Missouri is the latest educational institution to require fingerprints from students. It hopes to track the students as it tries to implement a new learning regime. Read more...

Kensington releases VeriMark, a fingerprint reader for your PC

Christopher White — Thu, 04 May 2017 06:54:01 +0000

Today Kensington announced the release of VeriMark, a fingerprint sensor that plugs into a USB port and works with both Windows Hello and FIDO to provide multi-factor authentication to your account. Read more...

Facebook wants to eventually replace passwords, starting with Delegated Account Recovery

Florin Bodnarescu — Thu, 20 Apr 2017 15:20:01 +0000

At its F8 developer conference, Facebook unveiled a feature called Delegated Account Recovery, which would act as a method to securely log into third party sites using your Facebook account. Read more...

Mastercard reveals credit card with fingerprint scanner for additional security

Paul Hill — Thu, 20 Apr 2017 13:44:01 +0000

Mastercard has revealed a new credit card with a fingerprint scanner. While fingerprint security isn't foolproof, it does improve the current state of bank card security, which uses just a PIN. Read more...

UK rail network considers using iris and fingerprint scans as part of digital transformation

Andy Weir — Wed, 08 Feb 2017 15:10:01 +0000

The UK's Rail Delivery Group has outlined plans to "harness digital technology" to expand capacity and improve the quality of travel for passengers on the country's congested national rail network. Read more...

Android 7.1.2 finally brings fingerprint gestures support for the Nexus 5X

Usama Jawad — Thu, 02 Feb 2017 15:28:01 +0000

Android 7.1.2 Nougat beta update has finally brought fingerprint gesture support to the LG Nexus 5X. The feature was previously exclusive to Google's Pixel and Pixel XL handsets. Read more...

Chromium gets hardware security support; is fingerprint scanning coming to Chromebook?

Michael Firth — Tue, 06 Sep 2016 12:38:02 +0000

Recent updates to the Chromium software project suggest impending support for fingerprint or other bio-metric authentication, such as facial recognition. Now we just need the hardware. Read more...

You can download Microsoft's new Windows 10 Mobile Authenticator app, but it's still in beta

Vlad Dudau — Thu, 09 Jun 2016 09:32:01 +0000

Microsoft has been working on its Windows 10 Mobile Authenticator and users can take a sneak peek at the new beta version. Once final it will include support for push notifications and Windows Hello. Read more...

Fingerprint support coming to Windows 10 Mobile in the Anniversary Update

Jack Wilkinson — Thu, 12 May 2016 21:00:01 +0000

A slide shown in a presentation during the recent WinHEC conference confirms that fingerprint support is coming to Windows 10 Mobile this summer in the Anniversary Update. Read more...

Inkjet printer fools smartphones with fake fingerprints

Boyd Chan — Fri, 11 Mar 2016 10:48:01 +0000

In a new proof of concept attack, a team from Michigan State University has demonstrated an ability to successfully spoof fingerprints and gain access to two flagship Android smartphones. Read more...

International pre-orders open for Surface Pro 4 Type Cover with Fingerprint ID

Andy Weir — Tue, 01 Mar 2016 15:32:01 +0000

The Surface Type Cover with Fingerprint ID has been a US exclusive until now - but today, Microsoft opened pre-orders in various markets including the UK, France, Germany, Canada, Australia, and more. Read more...

Hacking a smartphone can be as easy as using a piece of Play-Doh

Justin Luna — Thu, 25 Feb 2016 13:22:01 +0000

An issue recently discovered by a startup regarding iPhone's Touch ID, found that imprinting a fingerprint on Play-Doh, then on the sensor can make the phone believe a real fingerprint was used. Read more...

From the forums: Test your machine for Superfish style SSL interceptions

Steven Parker — Fri, 06 Mar 2015 10:14:01 +0000

One of our members has put together a quick and easy test scenario for you to check for Superfish style interceptions on your machine, with step by step instructions for the major browsers included. Read more...

WSJ: HTC One Max to feature fingerprint scanner, launches next week

Vlad Dudau — Tue, 08 Oct 2013 10:40:20 +0000

The WSJ is reporting that HTC is getting ready to launch its long-rumored HTC One Max handset. This phablet-like device will reportedly feature a 5.9-inch screen and a fingerprint scanner. Read more...

Patent reveals fingerprint scanner in next iPhone?

Ben Buffone — Fri, 21 Jun 2013 06:49:52 +0000

Recent patent filings by Apple show the company is committing continued interest in fingerprint scanning technology, but will we see it incorporated into the next generation of mobile devices? Read more...

Demo: Windows 8.1 fingerprint login support

Brad Sams — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 20:04:27 +0000

Microsoft recently announced enhanced fingerprint capabilities for Windows 8.1 and a newly posted video from TechEd gives us a better look at the upcoming integration that will arrive later this year. Read more...

Windows 8.1 could introduce fingerprint unlock

Max Slater-Robins — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:42:07 +0000

A new setting has been spotted in the latest build of Windows 8.1 that could hint at a new fingerprint unlock functionality - the latest in a long line of leaked features expected in the OS update. Read more...

Microsoft's Upgraded Fingerprint Reader for Windows Vista

Daniel Fleshbourne — Tue, 09 Jan 2007 11:21:35 +0000

Today at the 2007 International CES in Las Vegas, Microsoft Corp. announced the availability of the Microsoft® Fingerprint Reader with software updates from DigitalPersona Inc., for Windows Vista™ compatibility, offering users the convenience of replacing... Read more...

Biometric or fingerprint data required to enter US!

Mon, 20 May 2002 16:06:36 +0000

Found this over on The Inquirer, yea I know this is not typical tech news, but it does put the question in the back of my mind... Has Bush has been reading way too... Read more...

Jelly babies dupe fingerprint security

Sat, 18 May 2002 20:28:22 +0000

A Japanese researcher presented a study on Tuesday at the International Telecommunications Union's Workshop on Security in Seoul, Korea, showing that fingerprint readers can be fooled 80 percent of the time by a fake finger... Read more...