Technology giant Apple has released the iOS 15.4 beta this evening. With this beta, mask and Face ID support appeared.
The pandemic continues actively with new variants, and in this respect, it is still of great importance to wear a mask. One of the biggest problems brought by the mask is that iPhone users cannot use Face ID. When the mask is worn, the face is not recognized, iPhones must be logged in with a password. Apple, which took a step in this regard last year and included Apple Watches in the unlocking process, iOS 15.4 With this, it takes a better step.
it turns out as far as With the new version, people will be able to use Face ID while wearing a mask. A new Face ID face scan will be performed on this new infrastructure. According to Apple, when this feature is activated will focus specifically on and around the eye area. The TrueDepth camera system, which powers Face ID, which will scan personal biometric elements around the eyes, will be able to unlock without the need for an Apple Watch.
It will come with iOS 15.4 (Some setbacks may cause delays), this system will be less secure than Face ID without a mask, but at least it will be able to be unlocked easily. Health professionals will be very happy with this feature as well as normal users. There will also be an eyewear option in the process. This will make the scanning of people wearing glasses and masks better.