Dec 21 2010
Fingerprint Cards has released a miniscule and power-effective fingerprint sensing devices for use in mobile phones. The FPC1080A series of miniature sensing units consumes very low power and provides high-quality images with 508 dpi resolution range.
This standard device can be installed easily in high-volume systems such as laptops, smart cards, mobile phones, and USB keys.
The FPC1080A features finger navigation functionality by virtue of its in-built hardware and allows the use of the sensor as a navigation system, eliminating the need of joysticks and other navigation units.
According to Johan Carlström, CEO of Fingerprint Cards, they are highly pleased with the launch of their ultra-small, power-effective fingerprint sensor, which can be used in laptops and tablet systems, and in smart cards and other battery-powered devices, where power consumption is a major factor.
The company manufactures and sells biometric elements through analysis and comparing unique fingerprint based on the individual’s identity. The technology features processors, algorithms biometric sensors, and modules that can be utilized autonomously or in association with other components. The FPC’s technology delivers high standard images, robustness, reduced power consumption and entire biometric solutions. With the advent of all these features, this technology is used in mobile phones and smart cards apart from its use in IT and Internet systems for access control and security applications.
Source: http://www.fingerprints.com