Synaptics has revealed a new dedicated portfolio of vehicle-specific solutions, with biometric security in the shape of fingerprint sensors used for security and personalisation.The company plans to offer its Natural ID fingerprint sensors to car manufacturers, saying that these can be used in door handles, steering wheels and starter buttons.The biometric authentication of users will allow unlocking of the vehicle, cockpit and mirror adjustments, ignition, entertainment preferences, as well as theft prevention, said Synaptics.Other innovations included as part of the range are touch controllers, display drivers, and biometric sensors implemented in numerous locations throughout the vehicle.Synaptics' latest touch controller technology for autos, which support touchscreens up to 17 inches and include features critical to ruggedness and weather conditions such as multi-finger touch, moisture immunity, thick glove usage.Its AEC-Q100 compliant ClearPad touch controller is also going to mass production in the first half of 2016.”Global automotive OEMs reached out to us for our innovation and singular focus on human interface to apply the cutting edge technology from the fast paced world of mobile computing technology to the drivers and passengers of tomorrow's cars. As a proven leader we have made a significant investment in innovation, enabling rapid deployment into automotive with solutions optimized to meet customer requirements,” said Huibert Verhoeven, senior vice president and general manager, Human Interface Systems Division and Automotive, Synaptics.
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