Most, including myself, were completely unaware of Motorola's foray into fingerprint sensors. While it wasn't an obscure phone by any means (it was still being sold recently), I agree - most weren't aware. I was pointing out that newness alone wouldn't explain the fears, as the technology already existed on phones.
I don't equate the open to developers attribute to an increase in sophistication, nor should you. It's a matter of preference, I suppose. You're right - it's just a door to new functions - but being able to provide that door in a functional manner is, in my opinion, an advancement. What it leads to certainly will be. I'm actually working on a project that will tap this.
I think we're more likely to see voice matching biometrics applied to identification long before heart signatures. Great point. I agree. I should have included voice as one of my examples. Any combo of data coming from a body that can be solely, or better, in combination to uniquely identify would be useful.
Jumping into visionary mode... the same concept can be used to not only securely identify a user, but also the environment. Chemical signature detection for smells, etc. I'm likely in the minority, but I'd love it if my phone not only knows who I am and where I am, but also what I'm having for dinner. "Oooh, I detect you are eating a fine steak. Just so you know, XYZ wine is sold by this restaurant and would pair wonderfully with it!"Freaky to most, but I'd enjoy it! |
