iOS 7 beta 4 includes references to biometrics, fingerprint scanner

Andre Yoskowitz
30 Jul 2013 8:11

According to multiple reports, the new iOS 7 beta 4 operating system has references to biometrics in its code, suggesting the upcoming iPhone could include the long-rumored fingerprint scanner.
In the code, there is a new folder called "BiometricKitUI."
Here is an example of the text:

bplist00'
_"enroll.tutor.image.label.left.hand_fingerprint.image_#enroll.tutor.image.label.right.hand_fingerprint.status_
hPhoto of a person holding an iPhone with their left hand while touching the Home button with their thumb_;
A fingerprint that changes colour during the setup process._
iPhoto of a person holding an iPhone with their right hand while touching the Home button with their thumb_Recognition is

Sources claim the UI for the fingerprint scanning software is already completed, and from the start will mainly be used for unlocking the phone, not for a payment system as rumored.