The combination of touch and NFC, Ledger Flex leads the new trend of hardware wallets

At the 2024 Bitcoin Conference, the well-known cryptocurrency security company Ledger launched its latest hardware wallet product “Ledger Flex”. This product is equipped with a 2.84-inch E Ink® touch panel and supports NFC (Near Field Communication) function. This is another major innovation of Ledger after the launch of Ledger Stax. The launch of Ledger Flex represents another major advancement in Ledger’s security and self-custody technology.

Ledger Flex is designed to provide a better user experience while maintaining a high level of security. Its high-resolution touch screen makes signing transactions and approving logins clear and intuitive. E Ink® technology delivers exceptional energy efficiency, with batteries that can last for weeks or even months on a single charge. The new product is currently available on Ledger’s official website and retail partners worldwide for $249 USD.

High security and convenient functions coexist

The launch of Ledger Flex is not only an innovation in hardware, but also includes a number of convenient functions. Ledger’s new app, “Ledger Security Key,” provides two-factor authentication (2FA) and key functionality for Flex and Stax products. These features are built on the open FIDO 2 specification, ensuring decentralized access across platforms and are already compatible with major services such as Google, Amazon, Coinbase and Binance.

Image source: Ledger Ledger Security Key Introduction

"Our new touchscreen categories will make self-custody more accessible than ever before, for both individual consumers and businesses," said Pascal Gauthier, CEO of Ledger. The launch of this new product comes as Ledger On the occasion of its tenth anniversary, the company hopes to further improve the security and usability of digital assets through this innovation.

In addition, Ledger Flex also provides many practical accessories, such as the Ledger Flex BTC version and other protective cases, which are designed to provide users with all-round safety protection. With the introduction of Ledger Flex, the Ledger product line has covered multiple price points from entry-level to high-end, including Ledger Nano S Plus, Ledger Nano X and Ledger Stax.

Future Outlook: Leading a new era of digital asset security

The launch of Ledger Flex is not only the release of a new product, but also an important advancement for Ledger in the digital asset security industry. The launch of this new product underscores Ledger’s relentless pursuit of security, self-preservation, and user experience.

“With the rapid development of AI technology, the security of digital ownership and identity verification has become more important than ever,” Gauthier said.

In the next few years, Ledger hopes to promote the further development of digital assets and identity verification technology through its innovative hardware wallet products, providing more secure and convenient digital asset management solutions to millions of users around the world. As more and more people and businesses join the ranks of cryptocurrency, Ledger will continue to lead the industry and provide users with the most secure products and the highest quality services.

In summary, the launch of Ledger Flex represents an important change in the hardware wallet market. Its innovative touch panel and NFC functions not only improve the user's operating experience, but also provide higher protection for the safe custody of digital assets. In the future, Ledger will continue to be committed to technological innovation and bring more safe and convenient products and services to users.

Source: Bitcoin Magazine Youtube channel screenshot Ledger Chief Experience Officer Ian Rogers introduces Ledger Flex

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