Low power application access using fingerprint sensor authentication
US9940498B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 9, 2016 |
| Grant date | Apr 10, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 19, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F3/04817
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method includes detecting an interaction event on a display of a device in a locked mode. The interaction event originates at one of a fingerprint sensor of the device or an application icon and terminates at the other of the fingerprint sensor or the application icon. The interaction event is authenticated using the fingerprint sensor. A function associated with the application icon is activated responsive to authenticating the interaction event without unlocking the device.
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