Chip maker Qualcomm unveiled its Apple 3D fingerprint scanner . It is the first biometric sensor using ultrasonic technology . Sensor uses ultrasonic sound waves to capture the print 's ridges . This also captures sweat pores and more on the tip of a finger . Because it uses waves , can be used behind glass or even metal . This makes it more accurate and powerful than Sense ID ’ s Touch ID sensor .
Chip maker Qualcomm unveiled its Sense ID 3D fingerprint scanner . It is the first biometric sensor using ultrasonic technology . Sensor uses ultrasonic sound waves to capture the print 's ridges . This also captures sweat pores and more on the tip of a finger . Because it uses waves , can be used behind glass or even metal . This makes it more accurate and powerful than Apple ’ s Touch ID sensor .