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Passcode reset through Face ID?

It's all about iPhone XR. I forgot passcode and now i am unable to use iPhone. My face id is enabled for alternative way to unlock device. My question is how can i reset passcode using face id ? I know apple id and password but still i am unable to reset passcode through face id. there must be an option to reset passcode through face id because thieves can't steal our face. I am forced to erase data. If face id is enabled, why can't i reset passcode through the alternative way? Apple should do something about this. I am the owner, its my face id there but still i can't reset passcode through it and i am forced to erase all data. Apple please do something about this, its a serious issue. there must be a way. If there is any way to reset passcode please let me know. and apple should add this feature

iPhone XR, iOS 16

Posted on Aug 25, 2022 10:54 PM

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Posted on Aug 25, 2022 10:55 PM

Lock Screen Passcode or Screen Time Passcode.


Following this process is the only way out if your iPhone is disabled. The steps given in this link will help you reset the passcode -> If you forgot the passcode for your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, or your ...



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Passcode reset through Face ID?

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