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Is it possible to use a 3rd party fingerprint reader to work with Touch ID?

I am trying to get my mac off of my desk, into a cabinet when it operates. I love Touch ID - and have USBs built into my desk. Does touch id work/support 3rd party fingerprint readers?


I purchased the magic keyboard only to find out I would need to purchase a new mac for it to work. :-(


MacBook Pro with Touch Bar

Posted on Oct 23, 2021 4:50 AM

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Posted on Oct 23, 2021 7:28 AM

Wyliecyote wrote:

I am trying to get my mac off of my desk, into a cabinet when it operates. I love Touch ID - and have USBs built into my desk. Does touch id work/support 3rd party fingerprint readers?

I purchased the magic keyboard only to find out I would need to purchase a new mac for it to work. :-(


No third party...sorry.


You can read more about the chip technology—Secure Enclave

About Touch ID advanced security technology - Apple Support




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Oct 23, 2021 7:28 AM in response to Wyliecyote

Wyliecyote wrote:

I am trying to get my mac off of my desk, into a cabinet when it operates. I love Touch ID - and have USBs built into my desk. Does touch id work/support 3rd party fingerprint readers?

I purchased the magic keyboard only to find out I would need to purchase a new mac for it to work. :-(


No third party...sorry.


You can read more about the chip technology—Secure Enclave

About Touch ID advanced security technology - Apple Support




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