Until now, this advanced tech has mostly been limited to high-end phones from companies like Samsung, because Qualcomm, the main player in this space, charges a premium for it. But Goodix, a big name in the sensor world known for its affordable fingerprint scanners used by companies like OnePlus, Huawei, and Redmi, is stepping in to shake things up.
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As noted by known Android expert Mishaal Rahman, this move could mean a big shift in the smartphone industry. Goodix is known for offering competitive prices, so their entry into the ultrasonic sensor market could drive down costs and make this advanced technology more accessible to a wider range of phones. If Goodix can deliver on their promise of quality and affordability, we could see a significant increase in the number of phones with under-display fingerprint sensors that work seamlessly in all conditions.This is definitely a win for consumers. Imagine unlocking your phone effortlessly, even with wet hands, after a run or a swim. No more fumbling with passcodes or smudging your screen. This is the kind of convenience and innovation that wider availability of ultrasonic fingerprint scanners could bring to the table.
So, while Qualcomm might have been the only game in town for ultrasonic fingerprint sensors before, Goodix appears to be here to change that. It’s a move that could revolutionize how we unlock our phones and make advanced technology more accessible to everyone.