From PC Mag: A patent filed by Apple back in 2017 has recently been made public. The contents suggests that Apple is, or at least was, thinking about using its Face ID biometric security system to control entry to vehicles, and in the process removing the need for a key or fob.
As 9To5Mac reports, the patent in question is entitled "System and method for vehicle authorization." It describes a system where by, just like with an iPhone, a vehicle could be unlocked simply by walking up and looking at it. The car would recognize the owner's face and unlock the doors.
As part of the background for the patent, Apple explains how keys and key fobs are undesirable. They can be large and inconvenient to carry around while only counting as a "single factor security system." It's also easy to lose them, and because they aren't linked to the owner they can be stolen and used without them being present. In other words, Apple thinks the idea of using a key or fob is outdated and it already has a much better replacement available.
Whether this patent ever becomes an actual feature of new vehicles is up for debate. The patent was filed in 2017 when Apple seemed a lot more positive about developing its own vehicle. However, with 200 Project Titan employees being laid off last month, this patent may just sit on the shelf forever.
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