In order to improve the questionable security system of iPhones, Apple has filed a new patent related to Face ID, which will try to improve the efficiency of the biometric reader in user authentication. The registered patent talks about a system that will use facial heat mapping technology.
Nowadays, most smartphone models available on the market use the facial biometric authentication system, in addition to offering the option that uses fingerprints. It is not new today that Apple uses the Face ID system to offer more security to its users, although this is not a very effective method, since the system can end up granting access to a person who has the same traits as the owner of the device. , like a twin brother for example.
In the case of technology that recognizes facial heat, experts can say that each person has a unique thermal signature, which can make Apple devices safer, given the difficulty of fooling the system.
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One problem that makes the feature disadvantageous is that anything that is in front of the user's face can make authentication impossible. For example, hair, caps, masks (something very common nowadays due to the pandemic), and even glasses can interfere with the authentication process. If this technology is to be used by Apple, engineers will have to find some safe and effective alternative in this regard.
Apparently, this patent should not be included in the company's next iPhone. According to a recent Bloomberg report, less significant updates should happen in the company's two next smartphones - iPhone 12S and iPhone 13. the iPhone 12 has been officially announced.
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In terms of security, it is likely that another feature will appear in the next iPhones. According to rumors, Apple is developing a Touch ID that will be located on the front of the device and under the display. Perhaps this feature is better accompanied with Face ID that does not recognize the user when using masks, for example.
