I am looking for a password / Secrets keeper / safe which is utilizing the fingerprint reader.
I would like strong encrypting and also a master password.
Just think the fingerprint will add a lot to the security.
Any suggestions???
Robert
Would actually be pretty neat if some apps came out that utilized the scanner on their own for security. I don't really want to use it as a lock-method for my phone but it would be great for some other things.
Have to wait for a dev to let us know if it's possible to tap into it like that. Pretty sure there's no apps out there now that already do this.
Robert_it said:
I am looking for a password / Secrets keeper / safe which is utilizing the fingerprint reader.
I would like strong encrypting and also a master password.
Just think the fingerprint will add a lot to the security.
Any suggestions???
Robert
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If you want this only to increase security, I can say that fingerprint readers are generally pretty trivial to hack. A long password is better (and I am an information sec. guy).
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If you want this only to increase security, I can say that fingerprint readers are generally pretty trivial to hack. A long password is better (and I am an information sec. guy).
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It could be a nice feature for when you're letting someone use the phone and you don't want them looking into certain folders. But I agree as far as total security, you're best bet would be to do a full wipe if it is lost or stolen.
I started a thread over here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=980402
maybe combine the two?
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If you want this only to increase security, I can say that fingerprint readers are generally pretty trivial to hack. A long password is better (and I am an information sec. guy).
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That's interesting... could you elaborate? How did you get into that biz? Pretty cool stuff, like a spy
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That's interesting... could you elaborate? How did you get into that biz? Pretty cool stuff, like a spy
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It's not like being a spy actually, more like a glorified IT system admin work
You can find various ways to do that over the web, basically something like kids putty, gummy bear, or anything that you can mold that has the consistency of human skin, or on really bad ones even a tape can be used to pull the fingerprint and can be used as a makeshift finger to fool these scanners, unless your device have a very high end f.print scanner that checks for the temperature and/or the veins (with an infrared sensor) in the finger so that it can be sure that it is a real finger.
Also there are usually settings on the f.rpint scanner drivers or software to specify how precise it has to scan the finger. If you make that level too high than you will face with false negatives, meaning you really have to scan the finger good and it should absolutely match with your original scan. If you make that threshold level too low it becomes more user friendly (e.g. if the print matches %60 of the original scan, accept it) but also makes it inherently less secure, which is probably what motorola did with our phone's scanner since it rarely gives me "could not scan properly/could not match the f.print" errors even when my fingers are dirty.
I think even mythbusters did an episode about this.
Also don't forget that your fingerprint scanner is as good as your password since there is always a way to unlock the device with the password.
fincan said:
It's not like being a spy actually, more like a glorified IT system admin work
You can find various ways to do that over the web, basically something like kids putty, gummy bear, or anything that you can mold that has the consistency of human skin, or on really bad ones even a tape can be used to pull the fingerprint and can be used as a makeshift finger to fool these scanners, unless your device have a very high end f.print scanner that checks for the temperature and/or the veins (with an infrared sensor) in the finger so that it can be sure that it is a real finger.
Also there are usually settings on the f.rpint scanner drivers or software to specify how precise it has to scan the finger. If you make that level too high than you will face with false negatives, meaning you really have to scan the finger good and it should absolutely match with your original scan. If you make that threshold level too low it becomes more user friendly (e.g. if the print matches %60 of the original scan, accept it) but also makes it inherently less secure, which is probably what motorola did with our phone's scanner since it rarely gives me "could not scan properly/could not match the f.print" errors even when my fingers are dirty.
I think even mythbusters did an episode about this.
Also don't forget that your fingerprint scanner is as good as your password since there is always a way to unlock the device with the password.
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Man that's crazy... I don't use the pattern any more just because the oil off of your finger is a give away. Wipe er down every time haaha I just keep where's my Droid at all times
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Man that's crazy... I don't use the pattern any more just because the oil off of your finger is a give away. Wipe er down every time haaha I just keep where's my Droid at all times
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Yeah same with me, even with a quick wipe, I could still see the pattern on my old nexus one. They's why I live the finger print scanner.
@fincan, can you see if those methods you mentioned are able to by pass the scanner? I want to know how secure it is.thanks
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Yeah same with me, even with a quick wipe, I could still see the pattern on my old nexus one. They's why I live the finger print scanner.
@fincan, can you see if those methods you mentioned are able to by pass the scanner? I want to know how secure it is.thanks
Rocking my Bell Atrix!
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I wanna see this phone get unlocked so bad... imagine being able to lock any app with a fingerprint... or multiple profiles so that the phone could have a guest mode? Or even different set ups for different fingers haha ah man I wish I was smart enough to chef up some goodness... maybe next year
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will the new no lock app
will the new no lock app disable finger print scaner,awnser is yes i tryed it it works great love that app
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I've just recetly got the sgs2, great phone, but it cost quite a bit hence I'd like to get one or more apps on it to make it completely theft proof.
What do you guys believe are the best apps out there to make your phone theftproof?
Tasker. It will make it theft proof and hundreds of other things!
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Tasker. It will make it theft proof and hundreds of other things!
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As good as tasker is, I don't think it's a good choice for an easy solution to security. Theft aware and Cerberus are worth a look
What do u mean theft proof? If you leave it at a restaurant and someone takes it, goes into recovery and wipes it?
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As good as tasker is, I don't think it's a good choice for an easy solution to security. Theft aware and Cerberus are worth a look
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Yea it's not easy but highly customizable. Take a look at brandals guide to tasker profile for phone loss.
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What do u mean theft proof? If you leave it at a restaurant and someone takes it, goes into recovery and wipes it?
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I'm so glad I have a Nexus One. With the newer versions of the BlackRose bootloader, you can't access recovery mode, flash anything, etc until you enter a user defined password
+1 for Theft Aware
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What do u mean theft proof? If you leave it at a restaurant and someone takes it, goes into recovery and wipes it?
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Rather the ability to get the device back in my own hands, having my personal information secured is a plus, but I'm mostly concerned about retreiving that expensive piece of phone.
I'll look into the suggested apps, thanks a bunch allready!
Android webkey. You get complete control of your phone from any PC. If your phone is stolen and you want to lock it you get set a pattern lock, or leave a message or go into google maps and see the location. Of course the other person will see this going on so you better hope the thief has it in his pocket when you do this!
How do Tasker and other apps mentioned here help prevent theft?
I'd recommend Avast security - they have an option to install an antitheft onto your root partition so even if someone does a factory reset the app keeps running
And you can make it play a siren, send messages, and track the guy. Best of all - you can uninstall Avast once you got the security thing running.
Firstly, get some software that allows you to track it, send messages, take pictures using the camera etc.
I recommend cerberus, for a one-time-fee of €3 and a free 7 day trial.
Cerberus can also text/email if a non-authorised sim card is used.
Also, change the splash screen and the boot animation.
Changing the splash screen is difficult to do for someone not technical or into phones, so it's unlikely they'll be able to change it. Make sure it includes your name, an alternative number and an e-mail address. That way the phone is basically unsellable if stolen. If you want to sell it, just change the splash screen back.
Lastly the boot animation - also add contact details or make it something non-stock, just to again prove it's yours.
First thing a phone thief will do is removing the battery. Then he goes home and removes sim card. Hooks it up to his computer and wipes off everything.
Then you can buy your phone back on ebay. For a price off course.
Keep your phone in your pocket mate. This is the best advice you will ever get.
Just bought cerberus, and while it's features are more or less the same as theft aware, the support for it is truly amazing. I had a minor issue and emailed them and got a prompt response. Other advantages include support for 5 devices, automatic GPS enabling for rooted users and a nice flashable disguised CWM package
Also FYI, avast bought over theft aware, so look into avast, not the old software. It IS a pain to uninstall the rooted anti theft, but that's a good thing. Avast us? Ore intuitive, but I feel like like it's heavier on the system and there's no web panel, so keep that in mind.
Just try out a few, and pick the one that best fits your needs. FWIW, androidpolice had a mobile security shootout series that you may want to look at.
BEST OF LUCK!
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avgjoemomma said:
I'm so glad I have a Nexus One. With the newer versions of the BlackRose bootloader, you can't access recovery mode, flash anything, etc until you enter a user defined password
+1 for Theft Aware
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Sorry to resurrect such an old thread, but I just ran across this mention in my google searches... I am VERY interested in a bootloader password. In the two years since this post, has this idea been carried over to any other Android phones?
ZippyDan said:
Sorry to resurrect such an old thread, but I just ran across this mention in my google searches... I am VERY interested in a bootloader password. In the two years since this post, has this idea been carried over to any other Android phones?
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My need for the bootloader password back then was to add a layer of security for my data. Device encryption provided by newer versions of Android fulfill my paranoia
I have an LGUS992. Thanks
Not yet.
Why not? Does lg not let you unlock the bootloader?
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Does lg is gay
Skyler7381 said:
Why not? Does lg not let you unlock the bootloader?
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It was repeated all over in the G5 section, the only unlockable version is the european H850.
Also the H830 has root and twrp, but these are the only two models.
Thats dumb.
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One has to realize that the developers who courageously "get root" for us do so on their own time. Not only that, on their own dime as well. In the trial and error process of unlocking the bootloader the risk of nuking their devices is high (and quite a few developers have nuked this model and others). And they go and buy another, so they can continue development. This gets very expensive.
And most importantly, with devices like the G5 - it takes time.
So while it's easy for one to respond "that's dumb", etc - I guess the above points are completely disregarded. Or perhaps not even known in the first place.
Most importantly, we are at the will of the developers. If they feel they are being disrespected, amongst other things - it would not be unreasonable for them to halt development. Please keep all of this in mind.
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One has to realize that the developers who courageously "get root" for us do so on their own time. Not only that, on their own dime as well. In the trial and error process of unlocking the bootloader the risk of nuking their devices is high (and quite a few developers have nuked this model and others). And they go and buy another, so they can continue development. This gets very expensive.
And most importantly, with devices like the G5 - it takes time.
So while it's easy for one to respond "that's dumb", etc - I guess the above points are completely disregarded. Or perhaps not even known in the first place.
Most importantly, we are at the will of the developers. If they feel they are being disrespected, amongst other things - it would not be unreasonable for them to halt development. Please keep all of this in mind.
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I understand all that they go through and are doing and i appreciate it, i meant no disrespect. Im just saying its dumb that lg doesnt let you unlock the bootloader. I came from a moto x 2014 and all i had to do to unlock the bootloader was sign up on a website and do some other stuff.
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Its the most talked about in the social media in the few years ago!
At this point, the h830 and h850 are the only models that can be rooted due to being able to unlock the bootloader.
Hey guys, just one question for those of you who already have root. Didn't want to open a new thread.
When using Nova launcher, are you able to unlock the phone without it requesting a pin to be entered?
I really need this answer, going nuts with a stock launcher
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Hey guys, just one question for those of you who already have root. Didn't want to open a new thread.
When using Nova launcher, are you able to unlock the phone without it requesting a pin to be entered?
I really need this answer, going nuts with a stock launcher
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Under Lockscreen I selected "None" and never have to enter a pin - I do use Nova, but I'd assume it would be the same with any launcher? Unless I'm completely missing the point here :laugh:
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Under Lockscreen I selected "None" and never have to enter a pin - I do use Nova, but I'd assume it would be the same with any launcher? Unless I'm completely missing the point here [emoji23]
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First of all thank you for responding
Well the point is, with LG stock launcher you can set up pin protection but it works in conjunction with the fingerprint reader meaning that when you unlock the screen with fingerprint phone is not asking for a pin entry. You are however able to double tap to power the screen and then enter pin to unlock if for some reason you do not want to use reader.
Let me ask again Are you able to do mentioned above with Nova and root? Can you maybe test for me
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First of all thank you for responding
Well the point is, with LG stock launcher you can set up pin protection but it works in conjunction with the fingerprint reader meaning that when you unlock the screen with fingerprint phone is not asking for a pin entry. You are however able to double tap to power the screen and then enter pin to unlock if for some reason you do not want to use reader.
Let me ask again Are you able to do mentioned above with Nova and root? Can you maybe test for me
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Good grief, what a pain to set that up :laugh:
Sometimes I can unlock it by just touching it with the finger I set up, but other times I get "Unable to use fingerprint" and have to use the pin. I'd say it's about 50/50
No idea why it sometimes works and other times doesn't, but I'm removing the lock again now ... way too much hassle
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Good grief, what a pain to set that up [emoji23]
Sometimes I can unlock it by just touching it with the finger I set up, but other times I get "Unable to use fingerprint" and have to use the pin. I'd say it's about 50/50
No idea why it sometimes works and other times doesn't, but I'm removing the lock again now ... way too much hassle
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Haha, thank you again for a quick response [emoji2] It is a bit of a pain.
I guess I'll just root and see how it goes.
Have a nice day, cheers mate!
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If I root my device will I stop receiving OTA updates?
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Haha, thank you again for a quick response [emoji2] It is a bit of a pain.
I guess I'll just root and see how it goes.
Have a nice day, cheers mate!
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Hey man, I'm also using Nova Launcher on my LG G5 H860 (no root tho - obviously - woe is me!), and I use the finger print scanner AND a pattern. I think LG suspect that the fingerprint scanner alone is not enough security, so they make us use a pattern or pin on top of that. At least that's my guess since I was immediately prompted to add the pin, password or pattern after setting up my fingerprints. Also, upon rebooting, EVERY TIME I have to put in my pattern. The fingerprint alone is not enough to gain access.
I'm guessing it would depend on the ROM you use, not particularly the launcher. But let us know how you go... Have you rooted yet?
Nice avatar BTW. \m/
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Hey man, I'm also using Nova Launcher on my LG G5 H860 (no root tho - obviously - woe is me!), and I use the finger print scanner AND a pattern. I think LG suspect that the fingerprint scanner alone is not enough security, so they make us use a pattern or pin on top of that. At least that's my guess since I was immediately prompted to add the pin, password or pattern after setting up my fingerprints. Also, upon rebooting, EVERY TIME I have to put in my pattern. The fingerprint alone is not enough to gain access.
I'm guessing it would depend on the ROM you use, not particularly the launcher. But let us know how you go... Have you rooted yet?
Nice avatar BTW. \m/
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It's actually a backup option I think, in case when fingerprint reader fails. Makes sense
System is not letting other apps take control over the phone even though they are listed as device administrators. It's a new security measure introduced with MM.
Of course everything changes when you have root privileges
I've rooted the phone yesterday. Nova can now unlock the phone with just a fingerprint. Also installed the Viper audio mod and deleted a few system apps.
Right now I'm investigating how to prolong the super brightness mode so it can last longer than lousy two minutes
Glad to hear someone appreciates the sound of perseverance \m/ \m/
Keep rocking brother
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It's actually a backup option I think, in case when fingerprint reader fails. Makes sense
System is not letting other apps take control over the phone even though they are listed as device administrators. It's a new security measure introduced with MM.
Of course everything changes when you have root privileges
I've rooted the phone yesterday. Nova can now unlock the phone with just a fingerprint. Also installed the Viper audio mod and deleted a few system apps.
Right now I'm investigating how to prolong the super brightness mode so it can last longer than lousy two minutes
Glad to hear someone appreciates the sound of perseverance \m/ \m/
Keep rocking brother
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The PIN is, just as you said, a backup security measure. If you're rooted you can go and download a fingerprint add on through Xposed.. that means Only your fingerprint is needed to unlock your device.
"Fingerprint Enabler" ?
aca89 said:
It's actually a backup option I think, in case when fingerprint reader fails. Makes sense
System is not letting other apps take control over the phone even though they are listed as device administrators. It's a new security measure introduced with MM.
Of course everything changes when you have root privileges
I've rooted the phone yesterday. Nova can now unlock the phone with just a fingerprint. Also installed the Viper audio mod and deleted a few system apps.
Right now I'm investigating how to prolong the super brightness mode so it can last longer than lousy two minutes
Glad to hear someone appreciates the sound of perseverance \m/ \m/
Keep rocking brother
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Don't have G5 so I can't test or even know if what I'm saying is correct, but I was looking through the G5 git tree and saw the super brightness mode seems to be called HL_MODE standing for LGE_HIGH_LUMINANCE_MODE, there's referenced to it in the code, you could probably edit it there then compile and it will most likely work, however it seems it's also with references to the kernel so you probably gonna have to edit both the kernel and ROM simultaneously to make things easier...
raynan said:
its the most talked about in the social media in the few years ago!
At this point, the h830 and h850 are the only models that can be rooted due to being able to unlock the bootloader.
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Lmaooo
Has this happened to anyone? Like after a couple of hours of inactivity, it sometimes requires you to enter PIN before allowing users to use biometric unlock method. It says ' For your security, use your PIN to unlock your phone. You can use biometrics next time.' As shown screenshot attached below.
The weird thing is, this happens, sometimes it doesn't, and biometric unlock works fine without needing to enter PIN again.
Not a big issue, but kinda annoying needing to enter PIN from time to time
Yeah, I get that every now and then, too. Guess it's Android's (or Samsung's) way of making sure someone hasn't managed to fool the fingerprint or face unlock.
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Yeah, I get that every now and then, too. Guess it's Android's (or Samsung's) way of making sure someone hasn't managed to fool the fingerprint or face unlock.
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That's a relief to know. Weird thing is that my S8+ running official Oreo never had such issue. Oh well.. at least it isn't a bug.
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That's a relief to know. Weird thing is that my S8+ running official Oreo never had such issue. Oh well.. at least it isn't a bug.
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Greetings,
My S8+ (Oreo) is doing the same since day 1. My S5 (Marshmallow) was also doing it, it was asking for password and not allowing use of fingerprint from time to time. Many people have the same issue but no solution / reasoning explained yet, I believe.
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Greetings,
My S8+ (Oreo) is doing the same since day 1. My S5 (Marshmallow) was also doing it, it was asking for password and not allowing use of fingerprint from time to time. Many people have the same issue but no solution / reasoning explained yet, I believe.
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This isn't an issue.
It's a security measure taken time to time to prevent unauthorized access.
I disagree with "This isn't an issue." If it is driving me to turn off all my security because it won't allow me to disable it, then it is an issue. I've read the same sentiment from others.
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I disagree with "This isn't an issue." If it is driving me to turn off all my security because it won't allow me to disable it, then it is an issue. I've read the same sentiment from others.
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I know placing your fingure over the reader is hell
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I know placing your fingure over the reader is hell
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^ comment makes no sense.
The stupid feature Google has introduced, is randomly demanding PIN instead of fingerprint. It will happen every couple of days or so, even when phone has not been restarted. You might have used it 10 minutes ago, doesn't matter... you will be asked for PIN and it says "use biometrics next time". It's so arrogant, and takes away control of our phone security. They are treating us like children. It's condescending and disrespectful.
The thing is, we can already choose to have no pin if we want, just swipe to unlock. So why can't we have biometrics ONLY without pin? Because we can't have nice things? Why?
It's the worst thing about my new phone by far. I will never stop looking for a way to get around this brain-dead "feature". How I unlock my phone should be up to me, not some crusty old Android developer sitting in a dark room, dreaming up ways to piss people off. If anyone knows how to stop it asking for pin, and use biometrics all the time (except after reboot) then please share knowledge.
"Its a Feature, not a Bug"
The fact that this is a feature rather than a bug does not make it okay. In fact, it makes it worse. It is a problem when a company tries to force its way upon me and upon a product I own and I have zero ability to do anything about it. If its "for my security" then it is MY choice to decide not to be forced to put in some pin at random when I have a perfectly good fingerprint that works just fine. I am not personally worried about someone cutting my finger off and revealing the occult secrets hidden within my phone, so I should be able to turn this off. If you try to force me to do something and make it impossible to get around, I might just leave your stupid platform forever.
You can't scan people anymore.
Why did they remove that? Damnit!
Can you elaborate? I don't really like this phone that much and 3D scanner is the only reason I want to get it, to scan things and then print on my 3D printer. If the scanner doesn't work, then I'm not buying it ever. How does it even know what are you scanning?
I think it's only Note 10+ feature. I just downloaded it from Galaxy Store normally, and it is working fine
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Can you elaborate? I don't really like this phone that much and 3D scanner is the only reason I want to get it, to scan things and then print on my 3D printer. If the scanner doesn't work, then I'm not buying it ever. How does it even know what are you scanning?
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Who TF buys a phone just for 3d scanning? Buy a special camera for this then, not a smartphone
The 3d scanner is working fine for objects. However, I don't think the quality is anywhere near good enough to print. Unless you're doing it for the gimmick.
But I can no longer select between Person and Thing. The directions telling you how at the app launch have changed to omit that too. When you try to scan a person now, it has you get too close. Then, as soon as you press the start button, it errors out and says try again. I reckon it uses ai to know what you're scanning. It has to know something to be able to animate your scan.
Quote: "Who TF buys a phone just for 3d scanning? Buy a special camera for this then, not a smartphone".
I'm strictly Note user, since I use s-pen all the time, my daughter needs phone for school, so my idea was to buy Note10+ for myself and give my Note8 to my daughter. No phone jack, no heart monitor, hole etc made me dislike new Note10+ and 3D scanner was the only reason I would get it. But you may be right, maybe I get Note9 instead and dedicated 3d scanner later and hope Samsung comes back with better Note11 in the future.
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You can't scan people anymore.
Why did they remove that? Damnit!
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Open camera, tap on bixby vision on the upper left. On the bottom select apps. There it is.
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Yeah, you don't understand. The first couple days, once you opened the scanner, you could select either that you were going to scan a person or a thing. They removed the options. You can now only scan things. If you try to scan a person, it will fail.
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Yeah, you don't understand. The first couple days, once you opened the scanner, you could select either that you were going to scan a person or a thing. They removed the options. You can now only scan things. If you try to scan a person, it will fail.
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Bummer!
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I found scanning anything just doesn't end up looking right. Also, unless you're propping things on a stick, you won't be able to get a full 3d scan. I didn't get the phone specifically for this reason but I feel that it was a feature that's half baked and still in Alpha.
I've had my share of grief with the fingerprint sensor on my Pixel 6, but it's totally usable and I was generally fine with it. Until I realised yesterday that all that oh-so complex and safe AI security procedure that allegedly makes the sensor so slow is complete bs.
I was sitting next to a friend who had never used an in-screen fingerprint sensor before and he wanted to mess around with it. After like 5 seconds he unlocked the phone. His left thumb was accepted by the phone. I was in utter shock. He was able to unlock the phone every single time without any problems whatsoever. So I thought ok, this might be rare, but there is a tiny chance that two people have very similar fingerprints. But needless to say, I was not able to unlock his iPhone with my fingerprint.
I have a few things that I dislike about the Pixel, but this safety concern feels major to me.
This has been recently publicised. There is a chance that other people may be able to unlock your 6.
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This has been recently publicised. There is a chance that other people may be able to unlock your 6.
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it sure has been reported before but seeing it from others with the simplicity to bypass it is not just scary but hopefully embarrassing for Google and I hope they fix this.
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This has been recently publicised. There is a chance that other people may be able to unlock your 6.
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Wow, hadn't heard about that yet. In the past I've heard that those simple face unlocks can be tricked by as little as a picture of someone, but I always thought fingerprint sensors would be precise and safe. Well, leave it to google to mess it up I guess.
I thought google hardware would be worth something in 2021, but this phone does not feel good at all.
Scary potential security problems indeed...
Did you have Smart Lock enabled? Did it actually scan the finger (i.e. did it get really bright on that part of the screen). The screen shows the fingerprint icon even when the phone is unlocked.
I didn't realise it was unsafe as well as being completely useless.
I have a use my pin to unlock it 50% of the time.
It also uses a CCD (i.e. camera) to read the fingerprint, so in theory, a picture of your finger should trick it into unlocking.