WSJ Reiterates Fingerprint Scanner for iPhone 5S

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Posted September 10, 2013 at 1:59pm by iClarified

The WSJ is confirming reports that the next generation 'iPhone 5S' will have a fingerprint scanner.

People familiar with the matter said last week that Apple will include a fingerprint scanner on the more expensive of two iPhones it is expected to unveil Tuesday at an event at its Cupertino, Calif., headquarters. Because of Apple's influence, other companies are likely to follow. At least one new smartphone running Google Inc.'s Android operating system to be released this year will include a similar fingerprint sensor, though it is unclear if that phone will be sold in the U.S, a person familiar with the matter said.

Earlier today, an alleged user guide for the iPhone 5S was leaked that depicts a new Home button with a 'Touch ID' sensor.

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WSJ Reiterates Fingerprint Scanner for iPhone 5S

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!!! - September 11, 2013 at 2:23am

Soon apple will come up with a phone that requires your DNA to unlock the screen. Can't wait to purchase that :)

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Trucker - September 10, 2013 at 5:05pm

I'm sure you can turn it off in settings. But the thing to be worried about is the ID getting put in every store Coffee shop. Ball stadium where you grab a handle

Tu Papi WY - September 10, 2013 at 4:07pm

All Bull S...? Yeap rite?? Apple product are the best

" " - September 10, 2013 at 3:30pm

Dean , I share your views

" " - September 10, 2013 at 3:15pm

Excellent idea for apple to upload people's finger print to sell to law enforcement and other private agencies . Caution to all . If you have committed a crime on the past and have never been caught , stay away from the finger print iPhone 5S:)

Djdjek - September 10, 2013 at 2:46pm

I was thinking that iPhone 5S will get NFC support at least. I'm quite not sure about the fingerprint scanner thing.

lynes - September 10, 2013 at 2:50pm

I thought they put that in ios7 called air drop

Sir Sabatoge - September 10, 2013 at 2:45pm

Making it so easy for the NSA..

mhar - September 10, 2013 at 3:03pm

Enemy of the State

Anonymous - September 10, 2013 at 2:23pm

Now that's a scary thought...

Dean Evans - September 10, 2013 at 2:11pm

Can the print be sent to a government agency confirming your identity as a felon or wanted man then send your location if found to be an active warrant for your arrest ??? Scary real scary that my phone might one day drop a dime on me and to think I pay for these services ...

Tu Papi WY - September 10, 2013 at 4:10pm

I don't have idea lol but if u are clean why you worry??