Apple patent reveals new technology: Future iPhones may have top and side fingerprint recognition

According to news on June 7, according to the recently published list of the United States Trademark and Patent Office (USPTO), Apple recently obtained a patent related to fingerprint recognition technology. This patent shows that Apple is exploring reintroducing Touch in future iPhone devices ID fingerprint recognition technology not only includes under-screen Touch ID, but may also introduce physical fingerprint recognition on the top and sides of the device.

As Apple’s iPhone transitions from the Home button to a full-screen design, the biometric authentication method also switches from Touch ID fingerprint recognition to Face ID facial recognition. However, this latest patent shows that Apple intends to bring Touch ID back again.

According to the editor’s understanding, Apple stated in the patent description that they are considering introducing a mechanical slider button with a fingerprint scanner into future iPhone devices. This mechanical slider button can be placed on the side or top of the device. Shown in the sketch is a mechanical slider button (#501) that the user can control by pressing down, moving it up or down. Although the sketch doesn't show the button being placed on top of the device, based on the patent description, such a placement is possible.

#It should be noted that obtaining a patent does not mean that the technology will be immediately used in actual products. Companies usually apply for various patents to protect their technological research and development results and innovative ideas. Therefore, it's unclear when Apple will implement this technology into specific devices in its product line. What is worth looking forward to is that if Apple successfully integrates Touch ID fingerprint recognition technology is reintroduced to iPhone devices, which will provide users with more unlocking and authentication options.

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