Idea

Now that I have gathered several possible project ideas I will need to run them by my supervisors in my tutorial meeting, here i will discuss and present the current research undertaken. My aim is to discuss with them which topic is the most appropriate and adequate for me to produce within my constraints. As a level 6 student it is important to challenge myself although this brings the risk of failure therefore I need to set a realistic goal.

After many discussions/ brainstorming ideas and the need to pull out my hair I have come up with my official project concept. A fingerprint scanner sensor with the ability to detect multiple users and their accounts. So basically the sensor detects the fingerprint and matches it to the fingerprint saved on the database, once recognised the user will have access to the interface here they will be able to customise wallpapers, download app, access the cloud etc. After they use the system and log out no one else will be able to access their information. Each user will have a separate account customised to their own preferences any downloaded applications/data will only be accessible to the user whom has downloaded it. 

Fingerprint scanner

There is a major hype about fingerprint scanning due to Apple's new iPhone 5s release, my main interest towards this is that normally this type of technology is used in government and top secret agencies to protect sensitive data. The fact that this kind of application has been released to the public

• Use the trackpad as the finger sensor

 

The track pad found on Apple products is a useful tool as it detects touch allowing users to explore through the device in a creative way. I felt that this tool would be extremely beneficial in order to create my project without the use of an app but with the ability to be turned into an app. The reason for this decision was to be able to research, learn and develop a functional fingerprint scanner something that will be seen in more applications within the near future. 

• iPhone Scanner

Seeing as it is a current trend I also looked into the possibilities of using the iPhone for my project. 

Since I have the iPhone the capabilities of using the mechanism of the iPhone 5s is not available therefore I will look into possibilities of installing the software on my phone. The reason for using both types of input was to be able to discuss which is most achievable when combining the code in order to implement the unique user profiles and cloud settings.

 
Sources

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Scott Schaen . (2009). How to Enable Three-Finger Middle Click for the Mac Trackpad (and Magic Mouse!). Available: http://kec8irlufurlhy5n.zippykid.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/gestures-drivers-for-macbook-pro2-1.jpg. Last accessed 16th October 2013

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