Xiaomi Mi5 is the first phone to use Qualcomm's 3D Fingerprint technology

A new rumor suggests new Xiaomi device could be one of the first devices to feature an ultrasonic fingerprint reader. The technology is currently being developed by Qualcomm under the name Snapdragon Sense ID, and the chip-maker claims it should be ready to ship before the end of the year.

The Mi5 is expected to pack Qualcomm's upcoming Snapdragon 820, which could be one of the first processors to include the company's Snapdragon Sense ID. However, the first devices packing this new chip aren't expected to arrive until early next year. That means we probably won't see Xiaomi's next flagship phone announced for at least four or five more months.

In essence, Qualcomm's fingerprint recognition tech can create a 3D map of your finger, complete with all the micro-ridges of your skin. Qualcomm says that the technology works well even with wet or dirty fingers, unlike current-gen fingerprint readers.
 
The Chinese company has released a steady string of new phones this year, but we're still waiting to see what is has planned for the Xiaomi Mi5. Rumor has it the device could feature a Quad HD display, a 3000mAh battery, a 16-megapixel rear camera, and a 13-megapixel front-facing shooter for under $400. USB-C also seems pretty likely, since Xiaomi already offers one device with the reversible charging port.
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