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True. It is still a 24h block (let's use the default) where the device is vulnerable. In many countries there are no protections against pressing your finger o
by outworlder 9y ago
True.
It is still a 24h block (let's use the default) where the device is vulnerable. In many countries there are no protections against pressing your finger on the phone, or worse yet, turning it to face you.
- fredsir 9y agoIt works fine for every day use, and if I ever find myself in a situation where I could conceive a higher than normal risk of getting arrested, I would reboot the device so the password is required to unlock it. This can be done with one hand in the pocket in a matter of seconds.
- dewey 9y agoYou can just hold the side button. I believe that’s added for exactly that use case.
- codingminds 9y agoSometimes you don't expect such situations/events. And then it's to late.
- letsgetphysITal 9y agoTap the power button 5 times to activate Emergency controls. Offers to power off, display Medial ID information, or instigate an Emergency SOS where your GPS location is sent in an SMS to a designated emergency contact and a call to the emergency services is initiated. It also disables biometric unlocking until the password is entered.
- nielsbot 9y agoFaceID requires you to have your attention on your device... if you look away it won't unlock.