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Ready for a fingerprint reading iPhone? - jonny - 07-27-2012
http://www.sfgate.com/business/article/Apple-buying-AuthenTec-for-about-356-million-3741012.php
Apple buying AuthenTec for about $356 million
NEW YORK (AP) — Apple has agreed to buy fingerprint reader AuthenTec Inc. for approximately $356 million as the company known for iPhones and iPads looks to strengthen its digital security capabilities.Apple disclosed in a regulatory filing that it will pay $8 for each share of AuthenTec, a 58 percent premium to thei closing price on Thursday.AuthenTec's stock jumped $3.30, or 65 percent, to $8.37 in Friday afternoon trading — above the offered price.The transaction was unanimously approved by AuthenTec's board. It still requires approval from a majority of the holders of AuthenTec stock. AuthenTec currently has about 44.5 million outstanding shares, according to FactSet.
Re: Ready for a fingerprint reading iPhone? - RAMd®d - 07-28-2012
I wonder how accurate are finger print readers such as those on PC laptops and some of the accessory types (such as the Sony Puppy).
Super security isn't my real concern, though I do lock my 'Phone.
But I'd like to think that using your thumbprint to unlock your 'Phone would be quicker and more efficient at unlocking your 'Phone.