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Landscape face unlock

Hey guys,

I had updated my ios version to 16 recently but i am unable to unlock my iphone in landscape mode

Much appreciated if any tips.


Also i have noticed tht everytime i restart my iphone it asks for apple id, may i know if it is expected behaviour or am I missing something?

Posted on Oct 7, 2022 11:25 PM

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Posted on Oct 8, 2022 7:57 AM

1: Face ID works in portrait only and not landscape on iPhone 11 and earlier, and on all iPhone SE generations, regardless of iOS version. With iPhone 12 models and newer, and with iOS 16 and newer, Face ID is available in both portrait and landscape.


2: Absolutely expected, longstanding, and documented behavior.


Details about the passcode: About Face ID advanced technology - Apple Support


The passcode or password is the basis for your iPhone security (and for the security of any locked notes!), not Face ID. Face ID is a shortcut that avoids having to enter the passcode or password as often, meaning you can more easily use a longer passcode or password for better security.

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Oct 8, 2022 7:57 AM in response to tejuuu

1: Face ID works in portrait only and not landscape on iPhone 11 and earlier, and on all iPhone SE generations, regardless of iOS version. With iPhone 12 models and newer, and with iOS 16 and newer, Face ID is available in both portrait and landscape.


2: Absolutely expected, longstanding, and documented behavior.


Details about the passcode: About Face ID advanced technology - Apple Support


The passcode or password is the basis for your iPhone security (and for the security of any locked notes!), not Face ID. Face ID is a shortcut that avoids having to enter the passcode or password as often, meaning you can more easily use a longer passcode or password for better security.

Landscape face unlock

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