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How old is that fingerprint?

Forensic dramas on TV make it seem easy to determine when fingerprints were left at the scene of a crime. In reality, the oils in fingerprints degrade over time, and it's difficult to figure out their age. Now, researchers reporting a small-scale stu.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgSep 21st, 2022

Cops can force suspect to unlock phone with thumbprint, US court rules

Ruling: Thumbprint scan is like a "blood draw or fingerprint taken at booking." Enlarge The US Constitution's Fifth Amendment protection against self-incrimination does not prohibit police officers from forcing a suspec.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsApr 18th, 2024

Biometrics Statistics 2024 By Market Demands And Usage

Introduction Biometrics Statistics: Starting from fingerprint to AI-powered voice […] Introduction Biometrics Statistics: Starting from fingerprint to AI-powered voice and facial recognition and others, biometric technology has made a.....»»

Category: blogSource:  coolestgadgetsRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

Samsung will fix the Galaxy S23 fingerprint issues following One UI 6.1 update

Samsung says that a fix is coming for Galaxy S23 owners affected by the fingerprint scanner bug after the One UI 6.1 update. The post Samsung will fix the Galaxy S23 fingerprint issues following One UI 6.1 update appeared first on Phandroid......»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

Another day, another One UI 6.1 problem

It seems that the One UI 6.1 update is causing more problems than it fixes, with Galaxy S23 users experiencing issues with their fingerprint scanners. The post Another day, another One UI 6.1 problem appeared first on Phandroid. Samsung re.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsApr 3rd, 2024

Sea surface temperature research provides clear evidence of human-caused climate change

New oceanic research provides clear evidence of a human "fingerprint" on climate change and shows that specific signals from human activities have altered the seasonal cycle amplitude of sea surface temperatures (SST)......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMar 19th, 2024

Using a non-destructive, light diffraction fingerprint technique to detect viral infections in cells

A combined team of engineers from Jiangsu University and Harvard University used a non-destructive, light diffraction fingerprint technique to detect viral infections in cells. Their paper is published in the journal Science Advances......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMar 18th, 2024

Whale of a tail: Scientists track unique humpback "fingerprint"

In Antarctica, a scientist waits patiently for two frolicking humpback whales to poke their tails out of the icy waters so she can take a photographic "fingerprint" of the unique colors and patterns that allow researchers to identify individuals of t.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

Our bacteria are more personal than we thought, new study shows

The trillions of bacteria that call your body home—collectively known as the microbiome—appear to be unique to you, like a fingerprint. That's one conclusion of a detailed study of the gut, mouth, nose and skin microbiomes of 86 people. Over the.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMar 12th, 2024

Xiaomi 15 could massive fingerprint sensor upgrade

According to the latest rumors, Xiaomi could give the Xiaomi 15 an upgrade in the fingerprint sensor department, from optical to ultrasonic. The post Xiaomi 15 could get a massive fingerprint sensor upgrade appeared first on Phandroid. Mos.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsMar 5th, 2024

Midnight M3 MacBook Air should be less fingerprint-y than before

While the new M3 MacBook Air may look identical to its predecessor, there is one change for the midnight color. Apple says that the midnight M3 MacBook Air features a new anodization seal that aims to reduce fingerprints, similar to the space black M.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024

Identiv ScrambleFactor provides privacy and security in restricted access environments

Identiv introduces ScrambleFactor, an addition to its high-security physical access control system (PACS) portfolio. The ScrambleFactor reader reimagines secure entry for the federal market with fingerprint biometrics and a LCD touchscreen keypad, in.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024

Innovative screening can detect "cancer fingerprint" in dogs

Cancer is common in dogs, with some breeds being more prone to certain variations of the disease than others. Recent studies have shown that nearly half of dogs over the age of 10 will develop cancer, making early screening a crucial precaution for d.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsFeb 8th, 2024

Save $50 on this Yale smart lock with fingerprint access today

With the Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch, use your fingerprint, keypad combination, or physical key to unlock your door. The smart lock is down to $230 from Best Buy......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsFeb 8th, 2024

The 5 best smart padlocks and Bluetooth padlocks in 2024

We've picked out the best smart padlocks for 2024. These locks use features like phone apps and fingerprint sensors to provide a high level of protection......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

Users Clamor for Return of Physical Fingerprint Readers

The biometric hierarchy for unlocking your smartphone appears to be the following: Physical fingerprint reader, ultrasonic fingerprint reader, optical fingerprint reader, and then below those everything else. At least, that’s what users on the.....»»

Category: mobileSource:  droidlifeRelated NewsJan 23rd, 2024

Should physical fingerprint readers return to smartphones?

A recent post on Reddit has revealed that there are more than a few users who think that physical fingerprint readers should return. The post Should physical fingerprint readers return to smartphones? appeared first on Phandroid. A lot of.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

TP-Link reveals its new video door lock with HomeKey support

TP-Link has announced its Smart Video Door Lock at CES 2024, promising seven ways to unlock it, from fingerprint scanner to Siri.TP-Link's forthcoming smart video lockFollowing Lockly's first HomeKey-enabled smart lock, TP-Link has previewed its fort.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsJan 9th, 2024

Researchers figure out how to bypass the fingerprint readers in most Windows PCs

Microsoft's Surface didn't even use the Microsoft-developed security protocol. Enlarge / The fingerprint sensor on a Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon. (credit: Andrew Cunningham) Since Windows 10 introduced Windows Hello back i.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 28th, 2023

Scientists "fingerprint" methane to track a climate change culprit

Methane is the second-most abundant greenhouse gas in Earth's atmosphere, and its emissions have been rapidly—and mysteriously—rising since 2007. Though pervasive, the origin of the colorless compound is tricky to trace, complicating efforts to c.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 27th, 2023

Windows Hello fingerprint security tests failed on top three laptops

While Windows laptop users like to think they have their own version of Touch ID, it appears not to offer the same level of security. The Windows Hello fingerprint authentication system on the top three laptops to use it has been put to the test by s.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsNov 22nd, 2023