Follow GSMArena, one of the latest features recently discovered by Brandon Butch in the iOS 15.4 beta that Apple is developing is the ability to partially use Face ID – an option that would be useful when wearing a mask without the user having to connect. connected to Apple Watch again. Even with a mask on, Face ID can be used to download Apple Pay, the App Store, and third-party apps.
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Users can open Face ID when the face is wearing a mask on iOS 15.4 beta |
To use Face ID while wearing a mask, iPhone can recognize unique features around the eyes for authentication. Users can set up Face ID with or without a mask, and if they choose to use a mask, users do not need to wear a mask during setup. Of course, Face ID will work most accurately when it is only set up for full face recognition.
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Besides, iOS 15.4 beta is also said to improve recognition when users wear glasses. Users may still have to remove their sunglasses when using Face ID while wearing a mask, although most eyeglasses work fine. Users can set up Face ID to identify each pair of glasses that they wear regularly.