Tactivo Smart Card & Fingerprint Reader for iPhone

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: Do I have to remove Tactivo^TM to charge or synchronize my iPhone?
  A: No, you can charge and synchronize the iPhone using a standard micro USB cable.
• Q: With which certifications does Tactivo^TM comply?
  A: Apple MFi Certification as well as FCC, CE Marking, GSA FIPS-201 Approved Product Listing, and Unified Capabilities Approved Product Listing certifications are underway or planned.
• Q: Does Tactivo^TM support US Government credentials?
  A: Yes, PIV, PIV-I, CAC and TWIC cards are all supported.
• Q: How is Tactivo^TM attached to the iPhone?
  A: Tactivo^TM is connected directly via the 30-pin dock connector found in all iOS devices and consists of a two-piece interlocking sled similar to many cases on the market.
• Q: Which versions of the iPhone work with Tactivo^TM?
  A: Tactivo^TM is currently available for iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S. Precise Biometrics plans to release new versions of Tactivo^TM to support new iPhone versions.
• Q: Can the Tactivo^TM readers function independently or must both be implemented?
  A: The smart card and fingerprint readers are totally independent and it's possible to develop solutions using only smart cards or fingerprints.
• Q: How do applications use Tactivo^TM to add strong authentication?
  A: Through the Precise iOS Toolkit available free of charge to registered users (see specific FAQ for the toolkit)
• Q: What is Tactivo^TM from Precise Biometrics?
  A: Tactivo^TM is a casing that adds smart card and fingerprint readers to your iOS device.
• Q: How heavy is Tactivo^TM?
  A: Tactivo^TM weighs only 1.5oz (41g)
• Q: How does Tactivo^TM effect my battery time?
  A: Any accessory approved by Apple must meet stringent rules governing how much power it can consume. Exact impact on the battery life depends on the amount and type of phone usage.
• Q: Is Tactivo^TM available for iPad as well?
  A: Precise Biometrics plans to release Tactivo^TM for iPad 2 and new iPad late Q2/early Q3 2012, and also plans to support future versions of the iPad
• Q: Are the Tactivo^TM readers accessible while charging or synchronizing?
  A: Due to the USB design the smart card and fingerprint functionality is not available during synchronization. Both are available while charging using an AC adapter.
• Q: Will Tactivo^TM make the iPhone bulky and hard to carry?
  A: No, Tactivo^TM is designed so that the iPhone maintains its sleek design adding only ½ inch (16 mm) in length, 0.16 inches (4mm) in width, and 0.22 inches (5.7 mm) in thickness.
• Q: Is Tactivo^TM available in smart card or fingerprint only versions?
  A: Tactivo^TM is currently only available with both readers. The dual reader configuration allows easy implementation of multi-factor authentication with smart cards and with fingerprints as a replacement or complement to PINs or passwords.