Engadget Logo Engajet Japanese version Finally, "Unlocking iPhone in the mask" is possible without Apple Watch.New function of iOS 15.4 beta

IOS 15, which has begun distribution for developers.It is reported that 4 beta 1 has added a function that can unlock (and authenticate) while masking the Face ID iPhone without Apple Watch.Not only that, but also improved glasses.

This new feature was first discovered by YouTuber's Brandon Butch.In the image posted on Twitter, you can see the following Apple explanation.

In other words, the face authentication function can be set regardless of the mask.And even if you choose "Mask", you do not need to wear a mask when registering your face on your iPhone.

To use this new feature, simply select [Use Face ID with a Mask] added to the Face ID and Passcode in the Settings application.Until now, Apple Watch was required to unlock Face ID while wearing a mask, but that is no longer needed.

In addition, using Apple Watch was only "unlocking the lock screen", and I could not verify the identity such as Apple Pay.However, this new feature is authenticated by Face ID, so you can use an app protected by payment or password.

This function is a mechanism that is authenticated around the eyes of face recognition.As a result, not only can you unlock while wearing a mask, but also improve your Face ID recognition with glasses.

According to Apple's official explanation, "Using a Face ID while wearing a mask is perfect if you set up the glasses you usually wear. Face ID when wearing a mask does not support sunglasses."That's it.

In other words, it means that the individual differences of glasses are also captured and registered as part of the face.Also, if you use a "Face ID with a mask", it is speculated that it will not work if it is covered with sunglasses because it is necessary to analyze only the eyes of the eyes.

Since the widening of Corona around the world in early 2020, iPhone users have been worried about how to remove the Face ID with a mask.At first, fold the mask in half and hit it on the face ... Even if you register a troublesome face, the success rate is not high, iOS 14.5 and Watchos 7.After 4 or later, "Locked by Apple Watch" was realized, but the Apple Pay could not be used.It seems that the fundamental solution has finally begun to be considered here.

iOS 15.4 is still under development, so it will take some time before these functions are open to the public.If you want to try it early, you may want to participate in public beta at your own risk.

Source: Brandon Butch (Twitter)

VIA: 9to5mac