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The iPhone is already considered the most secure mobile device in the world. Although Face ID is very popular, many fans miss Touch ID. Soon there will even be both - according to a new report.
The world-famous and accurate star analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has been stirring up rumors in recent weeks – instead of the upcoming iPhone 11, the 2020 model in focusBut now he also has something interesting to announce regarding the iPhone 2021. According to him, Kuo believes that Apple will overcome many technical hurdles in the next 18 months in order to guarantee an even better user experience on its flagship. According to the report, the iPhone series will celebrate the comeback of Touch ID in 2021. The well-known fingerprint scanner will find space under the display. However, the facial recognition Face ID introduced with the iPhone X will remain and not be replaced by Touch ID. Kuo thus contradicts a report by the Chinese news site caijing.com.cn from the beginning of July. Citing supply chains, the site claimed that Apple will only equip the iPhone 2021 with Touch ID 2.0 and wants to do away with Face ID completely.
Two biometric authentication types in one device
Kuo also believes that Apple wants to completely merge Face ID and Touch ID – but power consumption, module size and accuracy are currently a problem. But by the end of 2021, this could all change. Various patents have already confirmed Apple's interest in two types of biometric authentication in one device in the past. The use of Qualcomm's ultrasonic fingerprint system is very likely for the new Touch ID. This is located directly under the display and starts the authentication as soon as the user puts their finger on the display. According to Kuo's information, the Apple Watch will also benefit from this technology at some point. A Touch ID under the Apple Watch display would at least be more likely and more efficient than Face ID - according to Kuo. However, he left open when such a version of the popular smartwatch can be expected. Apple AirPods with wireless charging case on special offer on Amazon – only for a limited time
