Face Unlock Coming to Entry-Level Smartphones, Thanks to MediaTek MT6739
Feb. 1, 2018However, the feature is relatively found extensively on flagship devices and is available on a few midrangers as well. MediaTek hopes to bring the technology to entry-level devices as well, with the launch of its all-new MT6739 processor.
As reported by Hindustan Times, the newMT6739 processorcomes withFace++ facial recognition technology and is compatible with Google’s lightweight Android GO operating system.Considering the fact the MediaTek is the choice of processor for a majority of entry-level devices in India, the company claims that the new Face++ technology, coupled with Google’s Android Go should aid devices in achieving Face Unlock easily.
According to MediaTek, thefacial data is stored on the MediaTek chipsetwhich makes it secure. Facial data collected for authentication does not get stored in the cloud, thereby keeping it secure. Furthermore, it has30-degree angle unlockwhich makes it possible for one to unlock the smartphone while facing sideways as well.
Apart from the Face Unlock technology, the new MT6739 chipset also comes with support forDual 4G VoLTE support, 18:9 HD+ display, and 13-megapixel plus 2-megapixel dual cameras. The chipmaker isalso said to be working closelywith Reliance Jio for an Android Go smartphone.
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