Apple is likely returning to its pre-pandemic iPhone release schedule. So, the next generation iPhone 13 models are expected to hit the market in September, about a month from now! Pat least, we haven't seen any signs that the release of the new iPhones will be delayed. On the contrary, we have heard that Apple has done everything possible to prevent delays with the launch. So get your wallets ready.
In any case, before that happens, we will still hear too much about the iPhone 13. For example, we recently learned that the manufacturer is testing Touch ID on the iPhone 13. But it is unlikely that this feature made it into the final design.
As you know (if you're an Apple fan), many Apple users have been asking Apple to bring back the fingerprint sensor. Back in 2017, the company stopped using Touch ID on its flagship phones. Instead, she brought Face ID. To do this, there are several 3D facial recognition sensors located at the top of the phone in the notch area.
However, the move from Touch ID to Face ID offers at least some advantages. First, the iPhone has become an almost full-screen device. Next, Face ID provides more secure authentication than Touch ID and is much easier to use.
Well, we knew Apple was looking for ways to bring back Touch ID. At least there were many patents for it. And now it appears that Apple may have Touch ID and Face ID available on the same device. In addition, the company is going to place them all under the screen so as not to compromise the full-screen design
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported that Apple tested iPhone 13 prototypes with fingerprint sensors. But the function is not ready yet:
Although Apple has tested on-screen Touch ID for the next flagship iPhones, it will not become popular this year. I believe Apple is fully embracing Face ID on its higher-end iPhones, and its long-term goal is to build Face ID into the display itself.
He added that the company has two variants of Face ID and Touch ID in the future after the iPhone 13. According to him, the higher versions will have on-screen Face ID, while the younger iPhones will have Face ID.
However, this does not mean that Apple will return the "Home" button. As you can guess, Apple will never go back to a design other than full screen.
