Galaxy S8 to get iris scanner for payments authentication?
Samsung’s upcoming flagship smartphone will come with an iris scanner to allow owners to unlock their devices and authenticate purchases with their eyes, according to The Guardian... More
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Apple’s Error 53 shuts down handsets with Touch ID repairs
iPhone 6 users have been left with broken handsets as a result of Apple’s latest iOS 9 operating system update permanently disabling devices if it detects that Touch ID’s hardware integrity has been compromised — such as by being repaired by a non-Apple technician... More
UK NFC JV files with Brussels
The NFC joint venture between three UK mobile network operators has now filed for approval with the EU to go ahead with the scheme, code named ‘Project Oscar’, the Guardian reports, despite on-going objections from excluded carrier Three... More
Nokia looks to ‘portless’ phones
Nokia may use NFC connectivity and wireless charging in future phones to eliminate external ports from the devices, the company’s head of design has hinted in an interview with The Guardian... More
Nokia CEO: I believe in NFC
Nokia has unveiled two new smartphones at the CES, but neither include NFC... More
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