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Solutions to USB, Fingerprint problems with S9+
I've had my phone for just over 2 years and its starting to fritz.. The fingerprint scanner's coating started to peel. I had to delete and re-scan my print to get it functional again, but in the end what I did is gently rub it with a cotton cloth [ handkerchief ] and removed the remaining...- Palm2droid
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How To Speed up FingerPrint Scanner
This is BY FAR the best tip I've ever seen. I haven't re-scanned fingers yet (you should) but the other 2 tips have garnered performance gains immediately! Life changing!! (lol, not really of course, but this is/was biggest gripe of this phone for me) Essentially: 1. For a single fingerprint...- NightAngel79
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Samsung Galaxy S8 rumor claims its fingerprint sensor will be moved to the back
Despite multiple rumors claiming that the Galaxy S8 will be equipped with an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, a new rumor states that the fingerprint sensor will simply be moved to the back of the phone. The source also claims that the Galaxy S8 will feature iris scanning technology which is...- Android News
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Fingerprint Quick Action enhances the functionality of your phone's fingerprint scanner
Most Android devices with fingerprint scanners simply use the sensor to unlock the phone or access secure content on the device. Fingerprint Quick Action is a new app from ztc1997 on XDA-Developers adds the ability to turn your phone's display off or open the notification panel when pressing the...- Android News
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How-to: Set up your fingerprint on the Galaxy Note 7
If you're new to the whole fingerprint scanner game, and want some help getting everything set up on your brand new Galaxy Note 7, then Marc from Android Central is here to help. He describes all the steps that need to be taken, along with the benefits of using this security feature.- Android News
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Samsung files patent for front and rear-mounted fingerprint scanners and other sensors
A new patent application shows that Samsung is trying to patent the idea of placing a "sensor" on the front of back of a smartphone. The application indicates that "the function of module #60 may be a sensor module for detecting or receiving a signal from outside. Examples of the sensor module...- Android News
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HOW TO: Set Up a Fingerprint Lock Screen
With the introduction of Android Marshmallow, you could now use a built-in fingerprint scanner to unlock your device. In order to set this functionality up, you need to follow some fairly simple steps to get the best experience: 1. Go to the Fingerprint Settings Menu 2. Add a Backup Unlock...- Android News
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LG unveils next-gen fingerprint sensor under glass
LG announced today that the company has developed the next wave of fingerprint sensors. Instead of the sensor being placed outside or around the home button, the fingerprint sensor can now be built into the glass on the display. While the technology has been unveiled, there's no news as to...- Android News
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LG G5 beats the Nexus 6P in a fingerprint scanner speed test
In another head to head contest between LG's flagship, the G5, and the Huawei Nexus 6P a YouTube user tests the speed of the fingerprint scanner. In this test, the G5 wins handily against the Nexus 6P in terms of the time that it takes to unlock each device.- Android News
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Nexus 6P and 5X owners experiencing fingerprint issues after March security update
New reports are coming in from Nexus 6P and Nexus 5X owners that their fingerprint sensor is acting a bit off after receiving the March security update. The issue makes the fingerprint scanner appear completely responsive and seems to come and go at random. There's no word on if a fix is coming...- Android News
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Your Samsung and Huawei device can be unlocked with inkjet printed fingerprints
Researchers at Michigan State University have discovered a new way to "hack" your fingerprint scanner using an inkjet printer, special ink cartridges, one regular black inkjet cartridge, and special paper. The research paper states that the process takes no more than 15 minutes and have tested...- Android News
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CyanogenMod working on application that will allow easier access to locked apps
Accessing our locked applications can tend to be a pain. But the folks at CyanogenMod are working on application that will give us quicker access to locked apps while using the fingerprint scanner on your new Android device.- Android News
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