Why can't iPhone 11 unlock with mask?

If you wear a face mask too high or too close to your eyes, your iPhone might not unlock with Face ID. This feature requires your eyes to be unblocked. You can't use Face ID in landscape mode with Face ID with a Mask turned on.
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Can I use Face ID with mask on iPhone 11?

With iOS 15.4 or later, you can use Face ID with a mask to unlock your iPhone while wearing a mask. If you're wearing a face mask or potentially other face coverings, Face ID with a mask can analyze the unique characteristics around your eyes.
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Why is my Face ID not working with mask?

Open your iPhone's settings menu, type in your passcode, and press "Set Up Face ID." You may also want to try turning off the "Require Attention for Face ID" option. I found that this improved my chances of getting Face ID to work while wearing my mask.
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Does Face ID with mask work on all iphones?

With iOS 15.4 or later, you can use Face ID with a mask to unlock your iPhone while wearing a mask. If you're wearing a face mask or potentially other face coverings, Face ID with a mask can analyze the unique characteristics around your eyes.
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How to do Face ID on iPhone 11?

Set up Face ID
  1. Go to Settings, then tap Face ID & Passcode. ...
  2. Tap Set Up Face ID.
  3. Hold your device in portrait orientation, position your face in front of your device, then tap Get Started.
  4. Position your face inside the frame and gently move your head to complete the circle.
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Why does Face ID with mask only work on iPhone 12?

Apple's reasoning behind this is that the feature requires “advancements in the TrueDepth camera system.” And apparently, the pleb Face ID system on the iPhone 11 is not powerful enough.
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How accurate is Apple Face ID with mask?

The probability that a random person in the population could look at your iPhone or iPad Pro and unlock it using Face ID is less than 1 in 1,000,000 with a single enrolled appearance whether or not you're wearing a mask.
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Why is my Face ID with mask not working iOS 16?

Follow these steps to disable Face ID with mask: Step 1: Settings > Face ID and Passcode. Step 2: Scroll down off Face ID with a mask. Step 3: Now try using your Face ID to unlock your iPhone.
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Can Face ID detect with mask on?

Face ID is designed to work with hats, scarves, glasses, contact lenses and many sunglasses." But not masks. The blog 9to5 Mac followed the Chinese researcher's demo, and "in our testing, that worked, but not very consistently."
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Does Face ID work with twins?

Many identical twin users have tested the system and found that Face ID lets their twin open their phone without hesitation. This can happen even with non-twin siblings, but the fact that identical twins share the same DNA makes the chances even higher.
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How do I set up Face ID with mask iOS 16?

Part 2: How to Setup Face ID with Mask
  1. Once your iPhone has been upgraded to iOS 15.4 or higher, opening "Settings" and go to "Face ID and Passcode".
  2. Scroll down to locate "Use Face ID with a Mask". ...
  3. Choose Use Face ID with a Mask and then tap on Get Started to scan your face with a mask on.
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Does iOS 15.5 have Face ID with mask?

When using Face ID with a Mask, you can still use Face ID to authenticate apps, unlock your iPhone and use Apple Pay. This feature is available on iPhone 12 and later with iOS 15.4 or later.
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Why does Face ID with mask only work on iPhone 12?

Apple's reasoning behind this is that the feature requires “advancements in the TrueDepth camera system.” And apparently, the pleb Face ID system on the iPhone 11 is not powerful enough.
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Why does Face ID with mask only work on iPhone 12 and newer?

Apple explains that it is scanning the “unique features around the eye area” to authenticate you with Face ID while wearing a mask. Apparently, this is a more resource-intense process than a traditional Face ID scan, so Apple is limiting it to newer-model iPhones and iPads.
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How to do Face ID on iPhone 11?

Set up Face ID
  1. Go to Settings, then tap Face ID & Passcode. ...
  2. Tap Set Up Face ID.
  3. Hold your device in portrait orientation, position your face in front of your device, then tap Get Started.
  4. Position your face inside the frame and gently move your head to complete the circle.
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Is iOS 15.4 not for iPhone 11?

iOS 15.4 is compatible with all iOS 15-powered phones, a list that includes the iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone SE, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone SE 2, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, ...
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What is in the iOS 15.6 update?

iOS 15.6 includes enhancements, bug fixes and security updates. This may be the last update to iOS 15 before the company's next mobile software, iOS 16, gets a wide release alongside the heavily rumored iPhone 14.
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What is the 15.4 update for iPhone 11?

iOS 15.4. iOS 15.4 adds the ability to unlock with Face ID while wearing a mask on iPhone 12 and newer. This update also includes new emoji, a new voice option for Siri, and other features and bug fixes for your iPhone.
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How do I add a face mask to my Face ID?

Unlock your Android with facial recognition while wearing a mask
  1. Unlock your device and put on your mask.
  2. Go to Settings > Security (or Security & Location, or Biometric & Security)
  3. Tap Face Recognition.
  4. Tap Add Alternative look.
  5. Follow the on-screen instructions to add a new trusted appearance.
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Why don't I have a mask ID on my iPhone?

By default, Face ID doesn't work if anything is covering your mouth and nose. If you're wearing a face mask and have already set up Face ID with a mask,* make sure that your eyes aren't blocked. You might need to hold your iPhone higher if you're wearing a face mask.
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Is iOS 15.5 for iPhone 11?

iOS 15.5 is compatible with all iOS 15-powered phones, a list that includes the iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone SE, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone SE 2, iPhone SE 3, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone ...
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When did iOS 15.6 come out?

iOS 15 is the fifteenth major release of the iOS mobile operating system developed by Apple for its iPhone and iPod Touch lines of products. It was announced at the company's Worldwide Developers Conference on June 7, 2021, as the successor to iOS 14, and released to the public on September 20, 2021.
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When did iOS 15.5 come out?

iOS 15.5 release date

Apple released iOS 15.5 on May 16, alongside iPadOS 15.5.
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