Some time ago, we could see by Apple the beginning of the integration of Face ID technology in iPhones, thanks to which a faster and safer operation is included for unlocking devices. However, the truth is that so far we have only seen it on the iPhone and iPad, while it could be applied without problem to other types of devices.
And this is where the world of vehicles and cars comes in, because apparently in the latest Apple patent what they do is precisely this, apply a technique similar to Face ID to cars, with which a much more secure authentication could be possible in order to prevent theft, among other things.
A facial recognition system for the car is the latest patent filed by Apple
As we have been able to know thanks to 9to5MacIt seems that Apple recently launched a new patent, which in this case would be related to the automotive world, and which is relatively simple: its intention is to apply a kind of Face ID like that of the iPhone and iPad to cars.
And, in this case, we must bear in mind that they are quite right in the sense that, if for example your car keys are stolen or something like that, it is very easy to access it, which could be quite a trouble, but if the car is literally capable of knowing who it is that is trying to open it, it is no longer so:
Vehicles can be accessed and operated with a key or remote control. Typically, the key fob can provide a remote keyless entry system that provides access to the vehicle by opening the doors and additional functions such as starting the engine. However, most conventional key fobs or keyless entry systems are single factor security systems that offer only a low level of security.
Additionally, some conventional remote keyless entry systems are vulnerable to man-in-the-middle attacks and other security concerns. For example, the vehicle cannot identify the person holding the key or fob, so anyone with the key fob can drive the vehicle.
In this way, although it is true that the patent wanted to be officially published in February 2017, The truth is that until relatively recently it has not done so, which is why it is also still quite interesting in this regard, although it is not entirely clear if they will apply it to those cars with CarPlay, if it is an internal job or if directly everything is going to be a simple patent.
Finally, say that, in case you are interested, you can download and view this new patent in full from this link (only in English).
