Quote Originally Posted by tony.parente View Post
If you've ever seen an otterbox case you'll notice that the entire home button is blocked by a rubber gasket to keep it waterproof. If apple doesn't allow the fingerprint scanner to be disabled you're not going to be able to unlock your phone.

EDIT: Take a look at the video for the Nuud unboxing, you'll see the home button isn't actually exposed at all, it's covered by the case.
i'm almost positive you'll be able to disable the fingerprint scanner because its not like you HAVE to have a passcode on the current phones. its an option.