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Anyone can unlock my iPhone while wearing a mask

I noticed that anyone can unlock my iPhone 11 while wearing a mask (using unlock with Apple Watch feature) after the 14.5 update, I don’t know if this feature still needs improvements or something or if my iPhone is the only one affected, I restarted and set up Face ID twice but still all my family can unlock it when wearing a mask, this does not happen with masks off, though.

Posted on May 21, 2021 3:28 PM

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Posted on May 21, 2021 4:00 PM

Hello Joe_sugg,


When first agreeing to this feature Apple had a warning explaining that this is the case. This is why the notification on the Watch has a lock button.


I am not sure if it is even possible to identify someone with the lower half of their face covered but incase it is you can provide feedback here. https://www.apple.com/feedback/


I hope this is helpful,

  • Scott (he, him)

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May 21, 2021 4:00 PM in response to Joe_sugg

Hello Joe_sugg,


When first agreeing to this feature Apple had a warning explaining that this is the case. This is why the notification on the Watch has a lock button.


I am not sure if it is even possible to identify someone with the lower half of their face covered but incase it is you can provide feedback here. https://www.apple.com/feedback/


I hope this is helpful,

  • Scott (he, him)

May 21, 2021 4:03 PM in response to Scott-he-him

This link has the info as well.


Unlock your iPhone with Apple Watch when you're wearing a face mask - Apple Support


"Learn more

  • Unlock with Apple Watch works when your watch is on your wrist and unlocked and your iPhone is nearby. The feature doesn't use Face ID to recognize and authenticate you.
  • Unlock with Apple Watch works only for unlocking your iPhone. It doesn't verify your identity for use with Apple Pay, passwords stored in Keychain, or password-protected apps. You can still use these features while wearing a mask by typing your iPhone passcode or using your Apple Watch for Apple Pay."


Sorry for the double post. I meant to add this link in the first one.


Anyone can unlock my iPhone while wearing a mask

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