Android M to function native Fingerprint Authentication
Google is all set for its huge upcoming event, Google I/O, which is on 28 may 2015 where Google is rumoured to expose next version of android called android M. however it’s still a rumor as well as we barely have any type of concept about the features of this new OS. According to Ars technica, Google may reveal support for fingerprint scanning in android M.
Previously, few android gadgets such as Samsung galaxy S5, S6, S6 edge as well as others have already introduced the fingerprint authentication technology. However, they were produced by OEMs however with android M Google is planning to make this innovation a part of android ecosystem by introducing support for it by default, however the hardware utilized for this innovation would still be needed to be included by the OEMs.
If as well as when Google adds support for fingerprint authentication, it is supposed to be used to all Google apps at very first then to the third-parties apps. If implemented, you would be able to utilize your fingerprint to gain access to your Gmail account instead of a password or to make a play store purchase or for Google wallet authentication. Third-party apps like 1Password, Dropbox, Authy or any type of other app which utilizes a pin code or password lock for security can likewise make utilize of fingerprint authentication.
According to Motorola ex-CEO Dennis Woodside, Nexus 6 was likewise supposed to have a fingerprint sensor however Apple bought the one great business (Authentec) that made those. If fingerprint authentication was to be utilized in nexus 6, it is possible that we can see this innovation in android M or next version of nexus devices.
Update:
Google confirms fingerprint authentication for android M. You’ll be able to utilize fingerprint scanning to pay utilizing Android Pay, in addition to unlock your device. individuals will likewise be able to make Play store purchases by authorizing them with their fingerprint. Usernames as well as passwords can be saved as well as authenticated with a fingerprint scan. Google likewise revealed that designers will be able to add fingerprint scanning support to their apps.