Fingerprint security firm BIO-key has launched a USB fingerprint reader that combines BIO-key's NIST-tested universal Windows Biometric Framework (WBF) fingerprint engine with IDEX's advanced off-chip sensor technology.Called SideTouch, BIO-key said the reader was developed to address the growing market of enterprise and consumer users wanting to replace passwords with biometric authentication solutions such as Windows Hello, on existing devices.”Our Eagle off-chip fingerprint sensor solution offers a high performing touch sensor at a very compelling price point and is ideal for integration into the SideTouch USB Reader,” said Dr. Hemant Mardia, CEO of IDEX. “We are very pleased to be part of this authentication solution which will drive user friendly security across multiple platforms.”After taking just a few moments to enroll, customers can use SideTouch to identify on any Windows or supported Android device with an OTG USB port.”There is a growing demand for cost-effective biometric technology, driven by customers that want greater security, but want to improve the user experience and convenience,” stated Mike DePasquale, BIO-key Chairman & CEO.”Thanks to the overwhelming success of Apple's Touch ID on the iPhone, and the inclusion of finger scanners in a variety of smartphones and tablets from various manufacturers, fingerprint is unquestionably the dominant method of biometric authentication. Numerous media articles have pointed out that most users won't be able to use Windows Hello, because they lack the scanners to do so. BIO-key is meeting this market need with another great, affordable device incorporating new and innovative technology from IDEX,” DePasquale added.
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