BiometricsPortable iPod Touch fingerprint scanner launched

Published 26 May 2011

IPod Touch users can now turn their devices into a portable fingerprint scanner; last week, Fulcrum Biometrics unveiled its new FbF mobileOne biometric fingerprint reader and software for the iPod touch; using the Touch’s standard dock connector, the mobileOne device can scan and match fingerprints on the iPod or send it wirelessly to a remote server for authentication

IPod Touch users can now turn their devices into a portable fingerprint scanner.

Last week, Fulcrum Biometrics unveiled its new FbF mobileOne biometric fingerprint reader and software for the iPod touch.

MobileOne is the first portable biometric fingerprint solution designed for the iOS and can be fitted to any second, third, or fourth generation iPod Touch.

Using the Touch’s standard dock connector, the mobileOne can scan and match fingerprints on the device or send it wirelessly to a remote server for authentication.

According to Fulcrum Biometrics the fingerprint scanner is reliable, cost-effective, and powerful enough for government, medical, and law enforcement applications.

In a statement, Ken Nosker, the president of Fulcrum Biometrics, said, “The FbF mobileOne for iPod touch is well positioned to meet the growing market demand for applications including microfinance, healthcare, workforce management and demographic data collection.”

The company hopes that the devices will be used in a variety of settings including biometric voter registration, on-site attendance records for employees, and on the spot law enforcement warrant searches.

The portable fingerprint scanner costs $600 and the app is free to download.