Huawei Mate 70 side fingerprint sensor to use strong anode material: Leak

A Weibo tipster says Huawei will use a strong anode metal material for its Mate 70 side fingerprint sensor. This specific component will likely offer corrosion-resistant properties and give the fingerprint scanner a new look and smoother feel.

FixedFocus mentioned that the Huawei Mate 70 series will adopt an anode metal key material for the fingerprint sensor. The company may integrate the particular element into the glass for a textured yet smoother feel on users’ fingertips.

Anode metal generally refers to metal keys. These keys are made through anodizing technology, a process that creates a protective oxide coating on metals and alloys.

Simply put, anodizing ensures that the material remains protected in all aspects. It brings corrosion resistance and hardness properties to the metal key by forming a dense oxide film on the metal surface. Thus, the fingerprint sensor will be durable.

On the other hand, the anodizing process improves the overall appearance of the metal key and offers a smooth touch. Consumers may experience a silk-like feel on their fingertips while using the Mate 70 fingerprint scanner in the time ahead.

Overall, the Huawei Mate 70 fingerprint sensor will be smoother and more durable. Things may get more clear on this matter with the official unveiling of the new lineup.

Huawei Mate 70 side fingerprint sensor to use strong anode material (Image Credits: FixedFocus/Weibo)

Huawei has used optical fingerprint sensors for the Mate 60 series. But the company is changing this trend with the Mate 70 handsets. As per previous details, the tech giant could adopt a side-mounted fingerprint scanner for the standard and Pro models.

The high-end variants like the Pro+ and RS Ultimate may continue to use the in-display fingerprint sensors. The company could further adopt 3D face recognition for all Mate 70 models rather than keeping it confined to the top members.

Another rumor says that Huawei could use the ultrasonic tech for the side fingerprint sensors. But how much of these speculations turn into reality would be worth looking at.