Apple has introduced a new feature that allows users to unlock their handset without the need to remove a face mask. As the use of face masks becomes more common during the coronavirus pandemic, the usually handy function has become redundant with large parts of the face being covered.

Meaning users have been having to either remove their masks or fumble with the passcode option. Unhelpful when you're unlocking your device several times a day.

But the latest development in iOS sees a change to the feature where the handset can now detect if the user is wearing a mask.

Which means users can unlock their phones using Face ID without removing their protective mask. The new update was discovered by users who have updated to the latest

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