This section provides an overview for biometric devices as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 5 biometric device manufacturers and their company rankings.
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A biometric device is a technological system that leverages the unique biological characteristics of individuals for identity verification and access control purposes.
It authenticates identity based on human biometrics such as fingerprints, iris patterns, facial recognition, or voice recognition. This approach negates the necessity for memorizing passwords or carrying identification cards, offering a blend of enhanced security and user convenience. Biometric devices find applications in various scenarios including smartphone and tablet unlocking, banking transaction authentication, and enhancing security systems in buildings and offices.
The primary benefits of using biometric devices are their high level of security and ease of use. Since biometric traits like fingerprints and iris patterns are inherently unique to each person and challenging to replicate, they provide a more secure alternative to conventional methods like passwords or key cards.
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NEC Corporation is a manufacturer and supplier of information technology (IT) and network communications, biometric recognition, and IoT and AI technologies that was established in 1899 and is headquartered in Minato, Tokyo, Japan. The company specializes in the research, design and manufacture of IT products of various categories including Computers, Data Storage, Embedded Systems, Network Products, Software and Unified Communications. It also offers multiple services including 5G, AI (Artificial intelligence), Biometric Authentication, Cloud, Display and Digital Signage and DX design consulting services. NEC’s products and services are used by several industries, as diverse as Aerospace, Agriculture, Aviation, Broadcasting and Finance.
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Japan | 1 | 100.0% |