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Fingerprint Cards (FPC) has supported Google in the development of fingerprint sensor technology as part of the Android M Developer Preview at Google I/O in San Francisco May 28-29.
During Google I/O May 28-29 Google provides developers with a preview of the new capabilities in the upcoming Android M release. One of the most significant new capabilities in the Android M release is the platform support for fingerprint sensors. This will enable app developers to take advantage of fingerprint sensors with compatible hardware for secure user verification, eliminating the need for PIN codes or passwords to identify and verify the user.
As part of the Android M release, Google will introduce a payment service "Android Pay". Android Pay will also support fingerprint sensors for in-store and in-app purchases.
By providing prototype devices, based on touch fingerprint sensors FPC1020 and FPC1025, FPC has supported and collaborated with Google from development to integration of the fingerprint sensor capabilities into Android M.
During Google I/O some of these prototype devices have been used for demonstrations of the new fingerprint capabilities in Android M.
Jörgen Lantto, President and Chief Executive Officer of FPC, comments: "We are currently seeing a rapid deployment of Android devices incorporating touch fingerprint sensors enabled by FPC's broad portfolio of touch fingerprint sensors. By incorporating fingerprint sensor technology in Android M, Google is taking a major step with a more secure and convenient way for user identity verification. This will spur further innovation by app developers, improve usability of Android devices and accelerate market growth for fingerprint sensors. We are very pleased to have supported Google in their effort to develop and integrate fingerprint sensor capability in Android M. We commend Google for its vision and drive in taking this innovative step in creating an even stronger Android ecosystem."
For more information contact:
Jörgen Lantto, CEO of Fingerprint Cards AB (publ), +46 31-60 78 20, investrel@fingerprints.com
Om Fingerprint Cards AB (publ)
Fingerprint Cards AB (FPC) develops, produces and markets biometric components that through the analysis and matching of an individual's unique fingerprint verify the person's identity. The technology consists of biometric sensors, processors, algorithms and modules that can be used separately or in combination with each other. The competitive advantages offered by the FPC's technology include unique image quality, extreme robustness, low power consumption and complete biometric systems. The company's technology can also be used in IT and Internet security, access control, etc.
Fingerprint Cards AB (publ) discloses this information pursuant to the Securities Market Act (2007:528) and/or the Financial Instruments Trading Act (1991:980). The information was issued for publication on May 28, 2015 at 9:00 p.m. (CET)
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