EPISODE · Apr 26, 2021
How to Unlock your iPhone with your Apple Watch When Wearing a Mask
from AppleVis Podcast · host AppleVis Podcast
In this podcast, Thomas Domville showcases the new “Unlock with Apple Watch”” feature introduced in iOS 14.5 and watchOS 7.4 that allows the iPhone to use an unlocked and authenticated Apple Watch as a secondary authentication method; making it easier to unlock an iPhone when you're wearing a mask. When this feature is enabled in Settings > Face ID & Passcode, you will not need to take off your mask or enter a passcode to unlock your iPhone. Note that a full Face ID facial scan or a passcode will still be required to authenticate Apple Pay or App Store purchases.
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How to Unlock your iPhone with your Apple Watch When Wearing a Mask
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