Sonavation, a biometric technology company, this past week lifted the curtain on SonicTouch, which the company calls a FIDO-ready ultrasound biometric authenticator system-in-package module that can be used in mobile and the Internet of Things. 

The company said in a press release that it is currently finalizing design-in specifications and launch schedules with three global tier one mobile device manufacturers.   

With SonicTouch, a user's singularly unique acoustic fingerprint signature is captured, encrypted and never leaves the device. 

"The digital and connected world is at our doorstep and is already beginning to touch every aspect of life. This makes biometric security a critical component and evolving authority that demands our attention," Karl Weintz, Sonavation CEO, said in a press release. "The ultra-thin SonicTouch is the comprehensive advancement that will enable the most secure authentication solution for manufacturers."