Fingerprint Cards delivers first-in-the-world fingerprint sensor in a keyboard on BlackBerry KEYone
BlackBerry’s new Android phone KEYone includes an added layer of security and convenience based on world-leading biometrics company Fingerprint Cards’ (Fingerprints) touch sensor FPC1145.
The world premiere of a fingerprint sensor in the keyboard of BlackBerry KEYone is the result of a close collaboration between BlackBerry’s hardware-team and Fingerprints.
The KeyOne features a regular QWERTY layout The interval (space) bar in the fourth row of the QWERTY keyboard also comes integrated with a fingerprint sensor. The Keyboard also supports touch gestures for using like a touchpad on laptops.
Fingerprints’ touch sensor FPC1145 is integrated in the space key on the BlackBerry KEYone. In KEYone, BlackBerry combines its security hardened Android OS with an iconic hardware design. Fingerprints contributes in the collaboration with its high-performance, small form factor fingerprint sensor and advanced software technology for lightning fast authentication.
Christian Fredrikson, CEO Fingerprints said,
“Fingerprints congratulates BlackBerry and its partner TCL on the introduction of the BlackBerry KEYone secure Android smartphone. We are pleased to be the fingerprint sensor technology partner for this innovative new Android device”
“In a world of look-a-like smartphones, the KEYone stands out with multiple unforgettable features including Fingerprints’ touch sensor in the keyboard. We look forward to the expansion of our partnership and future BlackBerry devices based on our secure sensor technology”
Fingerprints’ FPC1145 touch sensor is a revolutionary robust fingerprint sensor with flexible design possibilities, ideal for smart buttons. It offers excellent 3D pixel-sensing technology that reads virtually any finger: dry or wet. Its elongated form allows 360-degree rotation of the finger and unrivalled sensitivity that enables maximum performance without compromising on design aesthetics or user experience.
