What is that Apple? You want to get a patent on an innovative idea that came out a year ago? Oh, but I am sure you will make it so much better, right? I guess I will never understand the conceit that companies have when they pull stuff like this. Of course it is Apple and they can just do whatever they want now, right?
Apple apparently tried to get a similar face unlock patent back in December. Funny thing about that is, Android already unveiled the feature when ICS and the Galaxy Nexus were unveiled. So how can they accomplish getting this patent if Google already has it? Well this patent apparently uses a technology that, not only recognizes the user of the device, but can also recognize different users and log them in on their account. Stupid for a phone, not so stupid for tablets or computers. I guess this technology also recognizes if the user of the device is actually holding it in their hands. So if the user is chained in a basement somewhere and the kidnapper wants to access the device, they will not be able to unlock the device by just hold it up to the person’s face. INNOVATION APPLE.
We knew this type of BS was going to happen after Apple’s big win over Samsung. Erroneous patents and infringement cases will ensue, but we can all hope that Apple will not succeed. Let us know what you guys think.
Source: Android Authority
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just a thought
but why doesn’t google patent everything possible to do with mapping apps
and i do mean everything possible
and do it quick before apple does
then just tell them ….
NO FUCKING WAY !!!
cuz as much as we all love Google, there a bunch of pussies who think peace keeping it more important. Apple is the bully and Google always gives up lunch money without a fight.
That fails the “obvious to someone versed in the field” test but our patent office is nothing but a bunch of rubberstampers so I am sure they will get it.
I hate Apple! Most evil company on earth. If you watch “Pirates Of Silicon Valley” you will see that what they (and MS) have was stolen in the first place.
Funny, I though Google already had that one as well…. Google Multi-User Face Unlock
This sounds just like Asus’ Smart Logon where different people can log in with face recognition to the same computer. Very innovative Apple.
what happens if you take an apple and boil it?
it gets essy to crush….
what happens if you take a bite out of a rotten apple?
you spit it out because it tastes like…..
love Android. peace!
FYI HTC already went out for that so apple can DIE
Kentic already has multi face log on as well.
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