AuthenTec introduced a new fingerprint sensor device intended to facilitate secure mobile payments, including payments via smartphone and tablet computer. The AES2750 device includes a 192 pixel by 8 pixel fingerprint sensor array, as well as AES, RSA, and SHA encryption blocks, and One Time Password (OTP) generation.
AuthenTec is focused on providing mobile and network security methods and systems, through secure networking, content and data protection, access control, and strong fingerprint security on computing and smart devices. The company has shipped over 100 million fingerprint sensors, and has a client list that includes Alcatel-Lucent, Cisco, Fujitsu, HBO, HP, Lenovo, LG, Motorola, Nokia, Orange, Samsung, Sky, and Texas Instruments.
The new AES2750 device features a slender design that improves portability and integration with smartphones and tablets, as well as reduces the cost of construction. The AES2750 also incorporates hybrid, on-chip fingerprint matching/confirmation, encryption of enrolled fingerprint templates and user credentials, and an encrypted SPI system interface. The AES2750 is optimized to work in conjunction with NFC-based smartphone payment systems and apps.
"AuthenTec's AES2750 provides the broadest array of integrated security features we've ever offered in a smart fingerprint sensor for mobile devices," said Art Stewart, AuthenTec's Vice President of Smart Sensor Solutions. "This is a highly complementary solution to NFC mCommerce smart phones, compatible with today's NFC and Secure Element subsystems to provide strong transaction security with an ease of use and convenience exceeding PIN/password or pattern-based security. Early feedback from smartphone and tablet OEMs has been very positive, particularly about sensor aesthetics and security, and we already have design wins for this 'made for mobile commerce' sensor."
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