Apple iPhone user? Well, then you are well versed with the FaceID that iPhone offers to its’ users. Especially since the pandemic Apple users are struggling or feeling hassled to open their phones when wearing a mask. After many tricks to try and access the FaceID while wearing a mask, many users hoped for an update to make it easier. Although the company did introduce an alternative that allowed the iPhone to unlock using an Apple Watch. However, it required all iPhone users to spend an additional premium on the smartwatch.
But with the iOS 15.4 update, users can finally unlock their iPhones while wearing a mask and without necessarily requiring an Apple Watch. The company has released iOS 15.4 beta in India and other markets. The new iOS 15 update introduces many features, including Universal Control, new emojis, etc. Among the highlight iOS, 15.4 beta features are allowing iPhones to unlock via FaceID while wearing a mask. Let’s take a look at this new most awaited upcoming feature details:
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How to unlock iPhones with FaceID while wearing a mask?
Finally, users will get the option to unlock their iPhones via Face ID while wearing a mask. They can choose to do so or simply opt for the traditional way of entering the password manually. “Face ID is most accurate when it’s set up for full-face recognition only. To use Face ID while wearing a mask, iPhone can recognise the unique features around the eye to authenticate,” Apple states.
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However, it looks like only the newer iPhone models will be able to get this feature. According to MacRumours, an iPhone 12 or any newer model can unlock via FaceID while wearing a mask. But sadly, iPhone X, iPhone XS series, and iPhone 11 models will have to rely on the traditional methods to unlock their device. Meanwhile, Apple has not clarified the reason why this update is only for newer models.
Furthermore, it might be possible that the iPhone 12 and newer iPhones come with some hardware improvements that offer better security. In addition to this, the new update also improves FaceID’s performance while wearing glasses.
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“Using Face ID while wearing a mask works best when it can recognise each pair of glasses you wear regularly. FaceID with a mask doesn’t support sunglasses”, according to Apple. After the iPhone X launch, Apple stated Face ID will not work with certain types of glasses that cover the eye area completely. The tech analyses the area around the eye and other features of the face to unlock the iPhone
Sushmita Choubey
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