Apple's new iPhone Stolen Device Protection feature may have one big flaw
Apple has released a new Stolen Device Protection feature in the iOS 17.3 update to safeguard users' personal information in case their iPhone is stolen.
The feature adds an extra layer of security by requiring biometric authentication through Face ID or Touch ID when accessing stored passwords and credit card information.
Some users have reported encountering a glitch where their iPhone wrongly identifies familiar locations and prompts them for additional security measures. [ more ]
Twitter / X: You can now use Face ID, Touch ID to sign in. Here's how.
Users of Elon Musk's X app on iOS can now use Face ID or Touch ID to login instead of a password.
Setting up Passkeys on X for iOS is a simple process that involves enabling Passkey in the app's settings and using Face ID or Touch ID to sign in. [ more ]
Which iPhones Have Face ID? Here's The COMPLETE List [2024 Guide]
Face ID was introduced with the iPhone X in 2017 and has been included in almost all iPhones since then, except for the iPhone SE series which retains Touch ID.
Face ID is Apple's modern biometric authentication system that uses facial recognition technology to verify a person's identity and grant access to their device. [ more ]