The Identive iAuthenticate FIPS 201 approved smart card reader is designed to work with Apple iPhone, iPad and Mac, and supports standard ISO 7816 smart cards issued by the US Government (PIV and CAC).
The iAuthenticate reader supports standard ISO 7816 smart cards issued by the US Government (PIV and CAC). It can also be used with desktop computers through a microUSB connector (cable & software not included). The iAuthenticate reader includes a license to Thursby's PKard app for FIPS 140-2 secure access to web-based email, portals and collaboration sites authenticated to CAC, PIV or other approved smart cards.
The US Department of Defense has recently announced that it plans to provide its employees with mobile devices, tablets and smartphones to enable the sharing of protected and classified data quickly. With at least 600,000 users, the Pentagon expects more of its employees to take advantage of mobile technology.