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My face id will not work after iso 16.5.1.

My face id will not work after iso 16.5.1. I tried to reset my face id as and it just tells me to lower my face and is stuck on that screen.I have tired powering down and restarting with no luck. I rest my iphone and it still doesnt work.

iPhone 13 Pro Max, iOS 16

Posted on Jun 27, 2023 6:53 PM

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Posted on Jun 27, 2023 6:54 PM

If Face ID isn't working for you, there is most likely something wrong with your TrueDepth camera. First, look at these two articles for help. If that doesn't fix the issue, then make an appointment at the Genius Bar to have your camera issue diagnosed.


If an alert says Face ID has been disabled on your iPhone or iPad Pro - Apple Support


If Face ID isn't working on your iPhone or iPad Pro - Apple Support (AZ)


Make an appointment at the Genius Bar to have it diagnosed.

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple



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Jun 27, 2023 6:54 PM in response to Ksu8574

If Face ID isn't working for you, there is most likely something wrong with your TrueDepth camera. First, look at these two articles for help. If that doesn't fix the issue, then make an appointment at the Genius Bar to have your camera issue diagnosed.


If an alert says Face ID has been disabled on your iPhone or iPad Pro - Apple Support


If Face ID isn't working on your iPhone or iPad Pro - Apple Support (AZ)


Make an appointment at the Genius Bar to have it diagnosed.

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple



Jun 27, 2023 7:01 PM in response to Ksu8574

Ksu8574 Said:

"My face id will not work after iso 16.5.1.: My face id will not work after iso 16.5.1. I tried to reset my face id as and it just tells me to lower my face and is stuck on that screen.I have tired powering down and restarting with no luck. I rest my iphone and it still doesnt work."

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