xmunk@sh.itjust.works 6 days ago
Power buttons are often covered by cases and, since they’re usually a weak spot for water proofing, it’s more effective to have a case that fully covers the button. In-screen readers (like what I have on my Samsung A71) tend to be good enough most of the time.
sushibowl@feddit.nl 6 days ago
It really depends on the sensor tech. The fingerprint reader in my pixel 7 pro is absolute dogshit. I’ve heard the pixel 9 line improves things though.
lemmyng@lemmy.ca 6 days ago
Pixel 8 user here - the in-display fingerprint reader is fine, as long as my finger isn’t super dry (which happens regularly). So I’m regularly licking my finger to unlock the device like some boomer that’s used to doing it from turning pages in a book.
airman@infosec.pub 6 days ago
My dude, rub the side of your nose. Works great, no extra moisture.
Never fails on a 7 Pro
corsicanguppy@lemmy.ca 6 days ago
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halcyoncmdr@lemmy.world 6 days ago
My Pixel 6 never could read my right thumb, maybe 2% of the time. You know, the one used 99% of the time by a right handed person.
My Pixel 9 Pro Fold with the sensor in the power button has worked 99% of the time so far with all registered fingers in all manner of grips. Almost too good honestly, since it unlocks sometimes accidentally when picking it up.
That said, the rear sensor was still the best placement.
Dave@lemmy.nz 6 days ago
I have a Pixel 7 Pro and have never had an issue. I don’t have a screen protector on, if that makes a difference.
mp3@lemmy.ca 6 days ago
I have a soft-protector, the one you need to apply with a small spray of alcohol, and the fingerprint reader works just fine for me.
Dave@lemmy.nz 6 days ago
When I got the phone I also got one of the glass screen protectors, which was advertised as being extra thin for good touch sensitivity.
I shattered it trying to peel the plastic backing off, and never got around to getting a new one.
That one you linked looks like it would suit someone like me a bit better.