Apple's iPhone Touch ID could make a major comeback, thanks to the new Samsung OLED display technology.
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For those who are not familiar with this technology, Touch ID is Aple's biometric fingerprint recognition system. It was used to verify Apple Pay payments, as well as to support device passcodes and in-app passwords.
However, Apple decided to halt the integration of Touch ID in 2017; with the iPhone X as the last device receiving it. But, with the new Samsung OLED display, there's a high chance that Apple could start offering Touch ID once again.
iPhone Touch ID Could Return, Thanks To New Samsung OLED
According to Apple Insider's latest report, the new Samsung OLED display panels have integrated fingerprint and health sensors.
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Tech experts believe that this screen tech could pave the way for the return iPhone's Touch ID. Engadget reported that the advanced OLED display innovation of Samsung can read fingerprints anywhere on the screen.
This is different compared to the conventional designs of other smartphones; the fingerprint sensors are attached under panels as separate modules.
This setup limits the capability of the fingerprint sensors since they'll only work within a small designated area.
Now, Samsung wants to change this by using the new Sensor OLED, which has the fingerprint sensor embedded into the panel itself.
New Samsung OLED Display's Details
Samsung's new OLED display technology is unlike other conventional fingerprint sensor approaches. This is because Samsung decided to integrate the light-sensing organic photodiode (OPD) directly within the panel structure.
When it comes to function, the new Samsung OLED tech can measure a person's heart, stress level, and blood pressure with a touch of two fingers.
Samsung said that this is its first-panel technology that can read fingerprints and biometric information simultaneously.
With this capability, the OLED display can provide more accurate health information than existing smartwatches and other wearable devices.
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