Geek Dashboard

How-To's, Smartphones, News and Reviews

  • Home
  • News
  • Smartphones
    • Android
    • iOS
  • Computers
    • Windows
    • macOS
  • Internet
  • Reviews
You are at Home » News

iOS 15.4 and iPadOS 15.4 Beta Release Brings Face ID Unlock with Mask and Universal Control

Last Updated on January 31, 2022 by Kaushik Battu Leave a Comment

Apple has released the iOS 15.4 Beta and the iPad OS 15.4 Beta versions; which are the first developer Beta versions along with macOS Monterey 12.3 update for Macs. The new update for iPhones and iPads brings some of the newest upgrades which are quite helpful in contemporary times.

The new Beta update from Apple for iPhones include the ability to unlock iPhone while wearing a mask with Face ID and the Universal Control for Macs and iPads.

iOS 15.4 and iPad OS 15.4 Beta Update Details

The Face ID system on iPhones has become a mainstream way of unlocking the phone as well as making payments through Apple Pay. However, the era of COVID-19 hasn’t ended yet which makes every user mask their faces, and to unlock their iPhones with FaceID; users had to remove their masks every time and even to make a payment.

However, Apple has come up with a solution for this with the new iOS 15.4 Beta update.

Previously, there was no other means for iPhone users but to manually unlock their iPhones by entering their passcode. Apple has even brought an update that helped for a faster unlock by bringing up the Passcode page on the lock screen as soon as the FaceID detects the mask on a user.

Apple has even introduced the unlocking of the iPhones with Apple Watch when the users wore a mask which made the situation much better.

iOS 15.4 FaceID with Mask

In the new iOS 15.4 Beta update for iPhones, Apple has brought new trained algorithms; that help in unlocking the iPhones with a mask. The algorithm will recognize the users based on the data collected from their eye region; when the user wears a mask.

This way, FaceID will try to unlock the iPhone of the user; that wears a mask by scanning the eye region as that’s the only uncovered part after wearing a mask.

iPad-OS-iOS-15.4-Universal-Control

The users that have already updated their iPhones with the new iOS 15.4 update can toggle this new feature from Settings > Face ID & Passcode. Coming to the iPad and macOS updates; Apple has finally rolled out a stable version of Universal Control for its iPad and Mac users.

In simple words, Universal control will work seamlessly between your Mac and iPad; with a single keyboard and mouse connected to one device. The universal control intelligently uses Apple’s continuity to make things work where the devices should stay on a single Apple ID and lie in a few meters only with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity.

#Apple#Coronavirus (COVID-19)#iOS#iOS 15#Productivity
Posted inNews

Spread the Word!

Avatar for Kaushik Battu

Kaushik Battu Facebook Twitter Instagram

A techie who is curious about the latest tech updates around the world. Have a keen interest in Automobiles and an occasional gamer.

Related articles

Computer

How to Take a Screenshot on Mac

Free games for MAC
Reviews

Bitdefender Box Review: Work From Home Pleasantly With Versatile Internet Protection

Bitdefender Box Review
Reviews

SpinOne as Google Workspace Data Protection Platform | Securing Your Google Workspace Data

Two people looking at white and black security cameras

Comment Policy:

The comments section is aimed to help our readers in case of any questions or you can even appreciate us for our hard work. Every comment is strictly moderated before approving it.

Your name and comment will be visible to the public. Never share your personal information in the comments section.

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Over 1,30,286+ Followers

Join to get latest updates from Geek Dashboard

Facebook Twitter Telegram Pinterest YouTube Instagram

Recently Published

  1. Tecno Spark Go (2023) Launched with MediaTek Helio A22 SoC and Dual Cameras in India

  2. Creating Social Media Visuals: 9 Tips, Tricks, and Tools

  3. Hum to Search: 5 Best Music Recognition Apps to Find a Song by Humming

  4. Fire-Boltt Talk Ultra With Bluetooth Calling and 123 Sport Modes Launched in India

  5. Wikolo Super App: Bringing Countless Benefits for Students

Geek Dashboard Placeholder

Download the apps and never miss a story from us

We put a lot effort and resources in writing our articles and we believe it is our responsibility to satisfy your tech hunger. We will keep you filled forever!

  • Get Geek Dashboard App from Google Play
  • Get Geek Dashboard App from Chrome Web Store
Geek Dashboard Logo

At Geek Dashboard, we are dedicated to bringing you the latest and greatest in technology news, reviews, and how-to guides. From smartphones to laptops, and everything in between, we've got you covered.

Got a Tip? Write In tip@geekdashboard.com

© 2012 - 2023 · Geek Dashboard, product of ikva eSolutions

Blog Advertise About Jobs Contact Privacy Policy Write For Us T&C Office Setup

No dogs were injured while working on this website because we love them