My FaceID on my iphone Xr has since a couple of weeks stopped working.
I try to reset it, but the phone in its infinite wisdom asks for FaceID to reset FaceID.
I really dont want to do a factory reset. Is there some way around this?
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iPhone XR, iOS 17
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
https://support.apple.com/en-az/HT208114
Make an appointment at the Genius Bar to have it diagnosed.
Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple
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
https://support.apple.com/en-az/HT208114
Make an appointment at the Genius Bar to have it diagnosed.
Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple
I’m so sorry you have been experiencing this problem. 🫤
Follow these steps, testing after each step:
If that didn’t work, then it could be a hardware issue.
Using diagnostics available in iOS 14.6 or later, Apple has detected an issue with your TrueDepth camera that might cause it to not function as expected. The TrueDepth camera contains lasers, which might be disabled for safety reasons if the device malfunctions or is damaged. This won't prevent you from using your iPhone or iPad, but until your iPhone or iPad is updated or serviced, you might not be able to use Face ID, Animoji, Memoji, and some other features that use the front camera.
As a result, I recommend service.
Service Checklist:
Click ▶︎ Start a Repair Request.
Need more help?
Click ▶︎ Check Repair Status. 🔧
Good luck! 👋🏼😉
FaceID stopped working.
