AuthenTec Introduces Complete Fingerprint Solution for Consumer PCs and Netbooks

Launches New Multi-function Smart Sensors with LED Drivers

Offers New TrueSuite Client Application Software

Supports Windows 7, Including the Windows Biometric Framework
MELBOURNE, Fla.--(Business Wire)--
AuthenTec (NASDAQ: AUTH), the world`s leading provider ofsmart fingerprint
solutions, today introduced a complete family of smart sensor hardware and
software solutions designed specifically for new consumer notebook PCs and
netbooks. AuthenTec`s expansive offering includes the first product in a new
family of low-cost multi-function fingerprint sensors incorporating LED drivers,
lighted LED packaging options, and its new TrueSuite PC client application
software. This complete fingerprint solution has been optimized for Microsoft
Corp.`s forthcoming Windows 7 operating system (OS), as well as the new Windows
Biometric Framework (WBF) integrated within the OS.

"Our new and complete hardware, software and packaging solution underscores our
commitment to consumer notebooks and the high-growth netbook segment of the PC
market," said AuthenTec Chairman and CEO Scott Moody. "It also represents a new
direction for the Company - leveraging the solutions we`ve developed as the
leading provider of fingerprint security in commercial PCs and applying them to
the consumer notebook/netbook market where we`ve combined enterprise-class
security with ease of use, personalization and fun. This significant portfolio
expansion gives us a complete offering for our customers - whether they`re
designing new 6-inch netbooks all the way up to 18-inch multimedia notebooks -
and is the first of several new initiatives to enhance the user experience and
drive utilization of the many benefits of our smart sensor technology among
consumers."

New Smart Sensors

AuthenTec`s consumer notebook/netbook solution is centered around the Company`s
new smart sensors for the PC market, including the newly introduced AES1660, and
recently announced TrueSuite PC client software. The AES1660 offers the expanded
functionality, biometric performance, low-power consumption, multiple packaging
and form factor options, and low bill of materials (BOM) cost needed for easy
integration into upcoming consumer notebooks and netbooks. Key features
include:

* Integrated LED drivers for multiple lighted LED packaging options
* TrueNav cursor and menu navigation
* Multiple battery-friendly operating modes
* Internal current limiter, voltage regulator and clock generator
* Supports USB2.0 full speed host and SPI Flash memory interfaces
* Ultra small BGA packaging
* New, highly durable black coating with matching bezel
* Highly integrated design enables low bill of materials cost

The sensor incorporates programmable LED drivers supporting 24-bit resolution,
or 16 million color options, offering PC manufacturers flexible lighted LED
fading, blinking and color control options that enhance PC feature discovery and
the PC user experience. AuthenTec will begin sampling the new AES1660 sensor
with the leading PC OEMs during the third quarter.

Client Application Software

To further enhance the consumer notebook and netbook user experience, AuthenTec
has unveiled its new TrueSuite client application software -- an intuitive
application that simplifies the PC user`s connection with their online social
life and digital identity. TrueSuite simplifies the fingerprint enrollment
process by leveraging AuthenTec`s Power of Touch capability to enable one-touch
access to a PC user`s favorite Web sites or online social networks, one-touch
protection of files and personal information, and the easy importing of
customizable user settings and identities into a notebook PC. TrueSuite supports
a variety of operating systems and is optimized for the forthcoming Windows 7 OS
with extended support for WBF. TrueSuite will soon be shipping to a leading PC
manufacturer for inclusion in their new consumer laptop models.

Support for Windows 7 and Windows Biometric Framework

Rounding out its complete consumer notebook/netbook solution is AuthenTec`s
support for the Windows 7 OS and WBF. AuthenTec was a participant in the Windows
7 beta program and worked with Microsoft throughout the development of WBF - a
framework and architecture for biometric fingerprint sensors and devices.

"AuthenTec has shown industry leadership through their support of the Windows
Biometric Framework on Windows 7. We believe that offerings which leverage the
Windows Biometric Framework, like TrueSuite, will enhance the user experience of
fingerprint biometrics on Windows 7," said Dustin Ingalls, director of Program
Management, Windows Core Operating System Division at Microsoft.

Millions of today`s PCs include AuthenTec smart fingerprint sensors to enable
security, convenience, personalization and navigation. Based on the Company`s
patented TruePrint technology to deliver extremely accurate and reliable
fingerprint imaging, AuthenTec sensors read below the surface of the skin to the
live layer, where a person`s true fingerprint resides. TruePrint allows
AuthenTec to offer the smallest sensors on the market, yet provide all the
security, privacy and convenience afforded in its larger form factor devices.

About AuthenTec

AuthenTec brings multiple touch-powered features including navigation,
personalization, convenience and security to nearly 50 million PCs and
peripherals, cell phones and other products. The Company`s newest generation of
smart sensors, software and TrueSuite client applications give users secure
one-touch access to their favorite websites, online social networks and digital
identity. AuthenTec has the broadest product and patent portfolio in the
industry today, and helps enable the Power of Touch for millions of people at
home, at work or on the move. For more information, visit www.authentec.com.

AuthenTec
Brent Dietz, 321-308-1320
Director of Communications
brent.dietz@authentec.com

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