SAN JOSE, Calif. – June 29, 2016 –  Synaptics Incorporated (NASDAQ: SYNA), the leading developer of human interface solutions, today announced a collaboration with TCL Communication (2618.HK) to provide fingerprint sensor technology solution to its Alcatel smartphone customers in the U.S. and globally. With a touch of the finger, Synaptics’ Natural ID biometric authentication securely unlocks Alcatel devices, furthering the company’s position as a leading global mobile device manufacturer and bringing more feature-rich, value-focused technologies to the mass market.

“We are pleased to have Synaptics as one of our fingerprint sensor suppliers whose wide range of solutions offer unique security features for Alcatel smartphone customers in the U.S. as well as our other global markets,” said Alain Lejeune, senior vice president and general manager of Worldwide Mobile Device, TCL Communication. “Synaptics’ authentication performance is well recognized by the industry and fulfills TCL Communication’s commitment to continuously providing consumers with an innovative and secured private mobile technology experience.”

“We very much value being a key fingerprint solution supplier to Alcatel smartphones, and we look forward to engaging on future projects with this innovative leader,” said Ritu Favre, senior vice president and general manager, Biometrics Product Division, Synaptics.