# Password Uncovering Palm Scanners Samsung is Moving Forward with a Patent for a Palm Scanner By Ell Smith | Published 2017-12-06 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palm-scanner References: [psfk](https://www.psfk.com/2017/12/samsung-uncover-forgotten-passwords-palm.html) & [patentscope.wipo.int](https://patentscope.wipo.int/search/docservicepdf_pct/id00000040307036/PAMPH/WO2017204396.pdf?psAuth=_sIMPTe5CGNaCRwd3Bu3u2eH1GINDeXea_rlbzqksxQ&utm_source=DesignTAXI&utm_medium=DesignTAXI&utm_term=DesignTAXI&utm_content=DesignTAXI&utm_campaign=DesignTAXI) The answer to forgotten phone passwords could soon be in the palm of consumer's hands, as [Samsung](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sensor-oled) is moving forward with a patent for a palm scanner, that can help one uncover or reset a forgotten password. prior to this addition, users with forgotten passwords were sent a link that re-directed them to a website where they would be prompted to create a new password. Now, users can simply hold their palm up to their smartphone's camera, while the scanner verifies the user's identity. The smart device will then reveal a few characters of the password, with the intention of reminding the user what code they originally selected for the device. If the patent is approved, the palm scanner could help a user unlock their phone, or [confirm purchases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-store). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Palm Scanning Technology:** The development of palm scanning technology presents opportunities for password recovery and authentication in various industries. - **Biometric Security:** The integration of biometric security measures, such as palm scanning, can enhance user verification and password management in tech devices and platforms. - **Enhanced User Experience:** The implementation of palm scanners can simplify password recovery processes and improve user convenience and satisfaction. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Mobile Technology:** The mobile technology industry can benefit from integrating palm scanning technology to enhance user security and password management. - **Cybersecurity:** The cybersecurity industry can explore palm scanning technology as a more secure and convenient alternative to traditional password recovery methods. - **E-commerce:** Palm scanning technology can be utilized in the e-commerce industry to streamline user authentication and secure online transactions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Palm-Recognizing Smart Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phillips-palmlock.md) - [Palm Print Authentication Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/realme-gt5-pro.md) - [Futuristic Palm-Scna Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tcl-d2-pro.md) - [Biometric Sensor Password Authentication](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passkey.md) - [Palm Recognition Smart Deadbolts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wifi-palm-recognition-smart-deadbolt.md) - [Palm-Recognizing Smart Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-deadbolt.md) - [Fingerprint Scanner Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sensor-oled.md) - [Accessible Palm-Scanning Door Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyze-palm-lock.md) - [Inclusive Smartphone Prototype Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onebuttonpin.md)