In-display fingerprint sensors coming to Samsung's 2019 flagship lineup. Let's assume, for the sake of argument, that I agree that a fingerprint sensor being required to activate a mobile device is a good idea, from a computer security standpoint. Why the hell would you be happy to put it on the front of the display, under the screen? The current location, in the middle of the phone, on the back, is a natural location for the index finger when holding the phone. But, more importantly, has anyone asked a lawyer whether the testimonial privilege exception would prevent a police agency from forcing a user to place their finger on a seized phone for access? In fact, the only way to secure your phone from prying eyes is a password or passcode that is securely locked in your brain. So keep your finger in your pocket, and use a password, grasshopper.
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