This Prototypical Ear Device Provides Hands-Free Authentication
Alyson Wyers — June 26, 2017 — Tech
References: nec & springwise
This fraud-preventing ear device is equipped with authentication technology so your smartphone won't leak confidential information such as passwords. Developed by the NEC Corporation in Japan, the earphone gadget seeks to ensure secure and safe computing.
The ear pieces are outfitted with otoacoustic authentication capabilities. This technology allows them to recognize aspects of the wearer's ear to provide hands-free validation, or the ability to activate computers or similar devices without the distraction of having to type in passwords or throw down a thumb print. The ear device prototype also has a motion sensor, which detects the wearer's location, even indoors where GPS signals can falter.
The NEC developed this additional layer of biometric security in an effort to prevent smartphone-related security leaks, including in public spaces.
The ear pieces are outfitted with otoacoustic authentication capabilities. This technology allows them to recognize aspects of the wearer's ear to provide hands-free validation, or the ability to activate computers or similar devices without the distraction of having to type in passwords or throw down a thumb print. The ear device prototype also has a motion sensor, which detects the wearer's location, even indoors where GPS signals can falter.
The NEC developed this additional layer of biometric security in an effort to prevent smartphone-related security leaks, including in public spaces.
Trend Themes
1. Biometric Earphone Security - This prototypical ear device provides hands-free authentication.
2. Otoacoustic Authentication - Using the wearer's ear to provide secure validation, eliminating the need for passwords.
3. Location-based Biometric Security - The ear device prototype incorporates a motion sensor to detect the wearer's location, enhancing security.
Industry Implications
1. Mobile Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop biometric authentication features for earphones to enhance smartphone security.
2. Cybersecurity - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create advanced biometric solutions to prevent smartphone-related security leaks.
3. Wearable Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the integration of biometric security features into wearable ear devices.
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