At the MWC 2017 not only a lot of new smartphones were introduced, but also new technologies, which could be used in mobile devices in the future. Especially, one innovation was very interesting: the world’s first in-display fingerprint sensor from Goodix…

World’s First In-display Fingerprint Sensor Announced

As you might know, the fingerprint recognition is the fastest way to unlock your smartphone and also the most reliable among biometric methods. So far, the fingerprint scanners are either located on the front in the home buttons (Samsung and Apple) or at the side such as Sony, or at the back as in LG and HTC phones. However, due to the growing trend of bigger displays which occupy a much larger proportion of the front side, there is no more space for the home button.

Now, the Chinese tech company and leading provider of fingerprint authentication solutions, Goodix, has unveiled its new in-display fingerprint sensor at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2017 in Barcelona (Spain). It is the first fingerprint sensor integrated into an AMOLED display of a mobile device. If the user wants to unlock his smartphone, he only has to place his finger on the display under which the new component is hidden. Is this groundbreaking invention the future of smartphones?

Through Goodix’ Invisible Fingerprint Sensor (IFS™) manufacturers of mobile devices don’t need to install a separate button the fingerprint scanner anymore. Moreover, they are now able to be more creative and flexible in designing elegant and sleek smartphone. IFS ™ also supports thick glass displays and improves resistance to water and dust.

First Phone with In-display Fingerprint Sensor?

According to rumors, iPhone is planning to add an in-display fingerprint sensor to its upcoming iPhone 8. Also, Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 is going to sport this feature. Will it really happen? We are very excited about it! Let’s wait and see…