How to Remove and Reset Face ID on Apple iPhone XS

Did you go wrong when you set the Face ID the first time? Or are you tired to put off the mask to use Face ID to unlock your Apple iPhone XS? And now, you want to disable the Face ID. Whatever your reasons are, read this article to learn how to remove Face ID on your Apple iPhone XS X, iPhone XS, iPhone XR or iPhone 11, iPhone 12, iPhone 13, iPhone 14, anmd iPhone 15.

Part I: What is Face ID?

If the new Apple iPhone XS is your first-ever iPhone, or if you have neither upgraded your Apple iPhone XS from the 6/7/8 series nor have kept abreast with the happenings in the Apple world, you might wonder what this newfangled thing called Face ID is.

Face ID is an authentication system that came with iPhone X for the first time, and then the Apple iPhone XS 13, the Apple iPhone XS 14, and now the Apple iPhone XS 15. Like Touch ID that uses your fingerprints, Face ID uses your face metrics to authenticate you for everything, the way Touch ID does.

Face ID is not a new and advanced version of Touch ID, but a completely different authentication system that utilizes a different component what Apple calls a TrueDepth camera to scan your face metrics. Face ID is not available on phones with Touch ID (iPhone SE 2022 today) and Touch ID is not available on iPhones that come with Face ID as their authentication mechanism.

Part II: What Can You Do with Face ID?

Most of us know that we can unlock iPhone with our face via Face ID instead of a thumbprint or passcode. But actually, Face ID does more than just that. Let us learn more cool things you can do with Face ID, which helps you to make a decision if you still want to disable it. Here‘s what you can do on your Apple iPhone XS 13/12/11 with Face ID:

II.I Unlock Your Apple iPhone XS

As an authentication mechanism, Face ID enables you to unlock your Apple iPhone XS 13 /iPhone 12/iPhone 11 with a look. How to do that? Here are the steps:

Step 1: Pick your Apple iPhone XS up in your hands or tap the screen to wake it up.

Step 2: Look at the iPhone.

When the lock symbol changes to the unlocked position, you can swipe up to unlock your Apple iPhone XS using Face ID and get to the Home Screen.

Note that Face ID will not work in landscape mode on an iPhone.

II.II Making Purchases Using Face ID on Your Apple iPhone XS

Face ID allows you to authenticate yourself to make purchases in the App Store, Book Store, and iTunes Store and use Apple Pay wherever supported.

How to use Face ID on Apple iPhone XS to make purchases in App Store, Book Store, and iTunes Store

Step 1: Check if Face ID is enabled for purchases in these stores by going to Settings > Face ID and Passcode and ensuring that iTunes and App Store are toggled On.

Step 2: On any of these stores, when you tap on the option to buy some content, a payment confirmation popup will be displayed along with instructions to authenticate yourself using Face ID.

The instructions are simple: press the side button twice to authenticate yourself using your Face ID and make the purchase.

When done, a satisfying ting and a checkmark will confirm the action.

How to use Face ID on Apple iPhone XS to pay with Apple Pay

Step 1: If Apple Pay is supported by banking institutions in your country, you can set it up by adding a supported bank‘s credit card, debit card, or prepaid card to the Wallet app on your Apple iPhone XS 13/12/11.

Step 2: When a card is added and ready to use, check that Apple Pay is enabled under Settings > Face ID and Passcode.

Step 3: For App Store/ Book Store/ iTunes Store purchases, it works as always, you double-press the Side Button to authenticate and use your default card.

Step 4: Look at your Apple iPhone XS to authenticate yourself using your Face ID and make the purchase.

Step 5: When paying at retail outlets, hold your Apple iPhone XS (top being close to the reader) and wait for the checkmark and Done message.

Step 6: To pay using Apple Pay on websites, choose Apple Pay as the payment method, double press the Side Button, look at your Apple iPhone XS, and wait for the Done message and checkmark to finish the process.

II.III Lowering Ringer and Alarm Volume Automatically

Face ID also enables what Apple calls Attention Aware features that are conveniences afforded to users who have a Face ID enabled iPhone.

Setting up and using Attention Aware features is easy:

Step 1: Go to Settings > Face ID and passcode.

Step 2: Toggle Require Attention For Face ID On.

Step 3: Toggle Attention Aware Features On.

That‘s it. Now, when you get a call and your Apple iPhone XS 13 is ringing loud, looking at your Apple iPhone XS 13/12/11 will cause it to lower the volume. When an alarm goes off, you can lower the volume by simply looking at your Apple iPhone XS. Additionally, your Apple iPhone XS screen will not dim or switch off for the duration you are looking at it. This means you can now read those books on Kindle without constantly tapping the screen for it to stay awake.

II.IV Filling Passwords in Safari Automatically Using Face ID

Face ID also allows users to fill passwords in Safari automatically for a faster and more convenient login experience on your Apple iPhone XS with Face ID.

Step 1: Go to Settings > Face ID and Passcode and toggle Password Autofill On.

Step 2: Now, when you use Safari to open a website that requires a login, tapping the username field or password field will bring up the keyboard, and on top of that keyboard there will be your credentials for the website if you have saved them in iCloud Passwords. Tap the credentials.

Step 3: Look at your Apple iPhone XS to authenticate yourself with Face ID and Safari will autofill the credentials for you.

II.V Animojis and Memojis

Up until now, we saw how Face ID enables productivity features and how convenient it is to use it. Now, we come to the fun part - Animojis. Apple launched Face ID in 2017 on the Apple iPhone XS X with much fanfare and a huge part of that fanfare was Animojis. Over time, Apple brought new capabilities to the Apple iPhone XS and added Memojis alongside Animojis.

Animojis are animated emojis. These are made possible with advanced algorithms enabled by the TrueDepth camera in Face ID. Animated emojis or Animojis can mimic your facial expressions and you can use them in your message conversations in apps.

Here‘s how to send Animojis in conversations on your new iPhone 13/12/11:

Step 1: Open a message conversation in the Messages app.

Step 2: Tap the Memoji button (a character in a yellow frame) and swipe to select the desired Animoji/ Memoji you want to send.

Step 3: Tap the Record button and you now have 30 seconds to do what you want with your face and the character will reproduce it on screen for you.

Step 4: When done, the Record button changes to Send:

Tap Send to send your first Memoji/ Animoji.

Part III: How to Remove Face ID on Apple iPhone XS

For all the hardware and software that make for a great experience for nearly all users around the world, Face ID can have its fair share of issues. Sometimes, your face might not get recognized, sometimes it might not work altogether.

Lately, with the COVID-19 pandemic, we have seen how Face ID struggles to work for us, and why? Because it cannot scan our faces with masks! So, it makes sense to remove Face ID from our iPhones and rely solely on passcodes. Alternatively, you want to reset your Face ID on your Apple iPhone XS 13/12/11 and set it again if you have put on some ‘COVID weight’ owing to working from home.

Most of the time, the best and the simplest thing you can do to resolve your hardware and software issues is to restart the Apple iPhone XS device in question. To restart your Apple iPhone XS 13/12/11, long-press the Side Button until the power slider appears and drag it to shut the Apple iPhone XS device off. Then, use the Side Button to start the phone again.

Sometimes, the issues have a way of persisting, and a restart does not resolve them. the TrueDepth system might have developed a fault and Face ID might stop working. Or you got the dreaded “problem detected with TrueDepth camera” message on your Apple iPhone XS 13/12/11. In that case, you would like to know how to reset and remove Face ID on your Apple iPhone XS 13 to see if that helps, before you are required to go to an Apple Store for service.

Step 1: Go to Settings > Face ID and Passcode.

Step 2: Scroll and tap the option “Reset Face ID” to remove Face ID on your Apple iPhone XS 13/12/11.

Part IV: How to Set Up Face ID on Your Apple iPhone XS

Sometimes, you may just want to disable Face ID temporarily or the issue gets solved, and want to activate Face ID again. Setting up a Face ID on your Apple iPhone XS 13 is easy. To set up Face ID, sit in a comfortable spot with adequate lighting and follow these steps:

Step 1: Go to Settings > Face ID and Passcode and enter your passcode. If you have not set up a passcode yet, you will necessarily have to create one now before proceeding forward.

Step 2: Tap Set Up Face ID to start the process.

Step 3: Hold your Apple iPhone XS in the portrait orientation at about an arm‘s length away from your face and then tap Get Started.

Step 4: Adjust to have your face inside the shown circle and then slowly rotate your head in a smooth motion to complete the circle. This step will be done one more time.

Step 5: When done, tap Done.

In case you are getting the following error:

There are a few things you can try to resolve this, you can try to update your Apple iPhone XS 13/12/11 to the latest iOS. At this point, you may even try running a beta version to see if that helps. If you are running a beta version, you may downgrade back to the release version to see if that resolves the error. Betas can both make and break things.

If this does not resolve it, you need to take the Apple iPhone XS device to the nearest service center. The TrueDepth camera system has components that might have been damaged or might not be working properly, for whatever reason, and the service personnel is equipped to resolve this issue for you at the earliest.

Part V: The Bottom Line

Face ID is more than a nifty authentication system in iPhones (and iPads) and brings some unique features that are not found in previous Touch ID enabled devices and enable the users to interact with people (Animojis and Memojis) and with the Apple iPhone XS (user authentication via facial metrics, Attention Aware features) in new ways. There are times when this does not work as expected, and you can reset and remove Face ID if you feel this is not your cup of tea. Apple iPhone XS can be used solely with passcodes if you want. If you find that your screen is locked and you can‘t unlock it, you can always find help in tools such as Dr.Fone - Screen Unlock (iOS). So go ahead, use the new Face ID on your Apple iPhone XS with confidence, and enjoy a more secure experience on your new iPhone than ever before.

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How to Bypass Apple iPhone XS Passcode Easily [Video Inside]

If you have forgotten the passcode of your Apple iPhone XS, then don’t worry! You are not the only one. It happens with plenty of iOS users every now and then. Lately, we have received lots of feedback from our readers asking for a solution to bypass Apple iPhone XS. Therefore, we thought of compiling an informative post to help you bypass the Apple iPhone XS passcode without much trouble. Go ahead and follow these hassle-free methods to perform an Apple iPhone XS bypass.

Part 1: How to bypass Apple iPhone XS passcode with Dr.Fone - Screen Unlock? (iOS 15.4)

Dr.Fone - Screen Unlock is an extremely secure and easy-to-use application that can help you bypass locked screens within minutes. Afterward, you can simply use your phone by resetting its lock. It provides a reliable way to update your phone’s firmware without causing any complications. The application can also be used to resolve plenty of other Apple iPhone XS-related issues. The only disadvantage you should notice is that your data will be wiped out after using this tool. So, you’d better backup it before.

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Compatible with every leading iOS device, it runs on all major iOS versions. Since Dr.Fone has an easy-to-use interface, it can simply resolve your issues without much trouble. You can restore your phone and perform an Apple iPhone XS bypass with Dr.Fone - Screen Unlock by following these steps.

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Step 1. Download Dr.Fone - Screen Unlock on your Mac or Windows system from its official website. After installing it, launch it whenever you need to bypass the Apple iPhone XS lock. Click on the option of “Screen Unlock“ from the welcome screen.

Step 2. Connect your Apple iPhone XS to the system and let the application detect it automatically. Click on the “Unlock iOS Screen” button whenever you need to initiate the operation.

Step 3. After your phone is detected, you need to activate the DFU mode as instructed by the on-screen steps.

Step 4. In the next window, you have to provide basic information regarding your iOS device. Here, supply relevant information related to your phone (like device model, firmware, and more). Click on the “Download” button to get the firmware update for your phone.

Step 5. Wait for a while as the application will download the firmware update for your phone. Once it is done, click on the “Unlock Now” button.

Step 6. Simply provide the on-screen confirmation code to initiate the process.

Step 7. As soon as it is completed, you will be notified by the interface. You can also repeat the process by clicking on the “Try Again” button.

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Part 2: How to bypass the Apple iPhone XS passcode with Siri? (iOS 8.0 – iOS 10.1)

If you are an avid user of Apple products, then the chances are that you must have already heard of this Apple iPhone XS hack. If you are running a device on iOS 8.0 to iOS 10.1, then you can take the assistance of Siri to bypass the Apple iPhone XS lock. Even though this is not a secure way to surpass your phone’s lock screen, it doesn’t restore or erase your data in the process. You can follow these steps to bypass the Apple iPhone XS passcode with Siri.

Step 1. Firstly, hold the Home button on our phone to activate Siri. Speak a command like “Siri, what time is it?” to ask the present time. Now, tap on the clock icon.

Step 2. It will open an interface for the world clock feature. From here, add another clock.

Step 3. Simply provide a textual input while searching for the city and tap on the “Select all” button.

Step 4. From all the provided features, select the option of “Share” to continue.

Step 5. Tap on the message icon to draft a new message.

Step 6. A new interface for message draft would be opened. In the “To” field, type something and tap the return button on the keyboard.

Step 7. As your text will turn green, tap on the add icon again.

Step 8. From the next interface, select the option of “Create New Contact”.

Step 9. While adding a new contact, tap on the contact photo icon and choose “Add Photo”.

Step 10. From the photo library, browse your albums.

Step 11. Wait for 3-5 seconds before pressing the home button again. This will lead you to the home screen of your device.

Part 3: How to bypass the Apple iPhone XS passcode with iTunes?

Another popular way to restore your Apple iPhone XS is by taking the assistance of iTunes. Needless to say, even though you would be able to bypass the Apple iPhone XS passcode, the technique will wipe the data on your device. Though, if you have already taken a backup of your data, then you can choose to restore it after performing an Apple iPhone XS bypass. Do it by following these instructions.

Step 1. Launch iTunes on your system and connect it with a USB/lightning cable.

Step 2. Hold the Home button on your Apple iPhone XS and while pressing it, connect it to your system. This will display a connect-to-iTunes symbol.

Step 3. After connecting your phone to the system, iTunes will automatically recognize it and display the following message. Simply click on the “Restore” button.

Step 4. Furthermore, you can choose to restore content from a previous backup as well. Go to iTunes Summary section and click on the “Restore Backup” button.

Step 5. Agree with the pop-up message and erase all the previous content on your phone.

Part 4: How to bypass Apple iPhone XS passcode with Elcomsoft iOS Forensic Toolkit?

This might be new to you, but there are a few forensic toolkits in the market that can help you perform Apple iPhone XS bypass without much trouble. One of the most reliable options is the Elcomsoft iOS Forensic Toolkit. Though, in order to use it, you need to download its licensed version from its website right.

Later, you can simply connect your phone to the system and run the forensic tool. From the welcome screen, select the option of “Get Passcode”. This will run an encrypted command and provide a passcode to your phone that can be used to unlock it.

Wrap it up

After following these solutions, you would be able to bypass the Apple iPhone XS lock without any trouble. You can simply choose your preferred option and perform an Apple iPhone XS bypass. If you are not able to unlock your phone with Siri, then use Dr.Fone - Screen Unlock. It is an extremely safe option to help you bypass the Apple iPhone XS passcode and overcome various iOS-related problems.

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4 Ways to Unlock Apple iPhone XS to Use USB Accessories Without Passcode

How do I unlock my Apple iPhone XS? I know you’re supposed to connect it to the computer and put it in recovery mode but when I do, it says “unlock Apple iPhone XS to use accessories.”

You may have had the experience of connecting your Apple iPhone XS to a computer with USB accessories. Usually, “Unlock Apple iPhone XS to use accessories“ will appear on the screen. In most cases, enter the passcode to unlock the phone, and you can then proceed with data transfer and management. What to do if you forget your screen lock passcode? Here come the most effective methods for you!

Part 1: Why You Need to “Unlock Apple iPhone XS to Use Accessories”?

The command comes from Apple’s significant privacy safeguard “USB Restricted Mode”. It means after an hour of your iOS device is unlocked, the system cuts off the lightning port and limits it to charging only. Simply put, when your Apple iPhone XS is locked for more than an hour, it needs to be unlocked to allow the connection of USB accessories. Sometimes, when you unlock your Apple iPhone XS screen to use USB accessories, it can’t charge anymore.

In 2017, a password cracking tool called GrayKey was launched, which can bypass any iPhone screen lock passcode. The FBI, the police, and some government agencies have all become GrayKey customers. To combat hackers including GrayKey and protect iOS users’ data security, the USB Restricted Mode feature arrived with iOS 11.4.1 in July 2018 and be improved in iOS12.

Part 2: How to Disable USB Restricted Mode?

If you find this warning annoying or your Apple iPhone XS not charging when using USB accessories, disabling USB Restricted Mode is an optional solution. However, you have to remember the unlock passcode. All the steps will be presented to you next.

• Step 1: Open Settings on your Apple iPhone XS.
• Step 2: Click on Face ID & Passcode (or Touch ID & Passcode), and then input your screen passcode.
• Step 3: Scroll to the bottom of the page and find “USB accessories“ in the “Allow access when locked“ column.
• Step 4: Click the toggle button on the right to disable this feature.

After completing all the steps, your Apple iPhone XS can connect USB accessories anytime, anywhere. However, it is very common to forget to unlock the passcode. Next, we will recommend four solutions to help you use USB accessories without a passcode.

Part 3: How to Unlock Apple iPhone XS to Use USB Accessories without Passcode via Dr.Fone?

Now, here comes an amazing App with many benefits to solving the problem for you.  This is Dr.Fone-Screen Unlock, which is very convenient and fast to use. You must be curious about it. More of its advantages will be introduced to you.

• The application is available on both Mac and Windows.
• No technical skills are required.
• It fully supports iPhone X, iPhone 11, and the latest iPhone models.
• Dr.Fone - Screen Unlock can easily unlock 4-digit or even 6-digit screen passcode, Face ID, or Touch ID.
• No Apple ID and password are needed.

Step 1: The first step, of course, is to download Dr.Fone to your computer and click on “Screen Unlock”.

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Step 2: Connect your Apple iPhone XS to the computer with a lightning cable, and choose “Unlock iOS Screen”.

Step 3: Follow the guides to boot your device in Recovery or DFU mode. The Recovery mode is recommended for iOS lock screen removal by default. If you fail to turn on recovery mode, you can turn to activate DFU mode. DFU means Device Firmware Upgrade, and the operation is more mandatory.

Step 4: Click “Start” to download the firmware. After the download is successful, select “Unlock now” and wait a few minutes, the passcode will be removed from your device.

After that, you could set up your Apple iPhone XS as a new one and unlock your screen to use USB accessories without a passcode.

There is no doubt that you may worry about losing all your data while bypassing the Apple iPhone XS lock screen. But honestly, there is no tool on the market today that can preserve data to unlock an iPhone. Therefore, it is necessary to back up data in your daily life. Dr.Fone-Phone Backup provides you with a full range of data backup solutions, you can click the link below to learn more.

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Part 4: How to Unlock Apple iPhone XS to Use USB Accessories without Passcode via iCloud?

With iCloud, you can quickly clean up your Apple iPhone XS, remove screen locks, and help unlock your device. But, you have to know that all your data will be erased. Make sure your Apple iPhone XS has the “Find My iPhone” function enabled, otherwise your device will be offline.

Step 1: Open your computer or another iOS device, and sign in with your Apple account.

Step 2: Click on “All Devices”, choose your Apple iPhone XS, and then “Erase iPhone”.

Now, your Apple iPhone XS will reboot without a passcode. Then, you can unlock Apple iPhone XS to use accessories and bypass the passcode.

Part 5: How to Unlock Apple iPhone XS to Use USB Accessories without Passcode via iTunes?

There is currently no way to unlock an iPhone without erasing all data. Luckily, iTunes can help back up your data before removing it. Please note that this way is only possible if the Apple iPhone XS device has synced data in iTunes before.

• Step 1: Connect Apple iPhone XS to a computer with a USB accessory and turn on iTunes. Then iTunes will make a backup for your phone.
• Step 2: Choose “Restore iPhone”.

Wait for a while and you could unlock the screen to use USB accessories. However, in step one, you may need to enter your passcode to get stuck during the process. Therefore, this method is not the most efficient.

Part 6: How to Unlock Apple iPhone XS to Use USB Accessories without Passcode via Recovery Mode?

If you have forgotten your Apple ID or password and have not synced iCloud and iTunes, you can choose recovery mode. It will remove all your passcode and data as well.

• Step 1: You need to prepare a Mac or PC (Windows 8 or later).
• Step 2: Turn off your Apple iPhone XS.
• Step 3: Put your device in recovery mode. This step might be a little complicated, but don’t worry, we’ll walk you through it step by step.

1. Find the button on your device, it will be useful then.

• iPhone SE (1st generation), iPhone 6s, and earlier: The Home button.
• iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus: The Volume down button.
• iPhone SE (2nd and 3rd generation), iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, and later devices: The side button.

2. Quickly press and hold the button while connecting your phone and computer until the recovery mode appears.

Step 4: Find your tool in iTunes on the computer. Choose Restore and this process will take a few minutes.

Step 5: Unplug your tool and use your Apple iPhone XS without a passcode.

Now, you’ll get an iPhone which is like being factory reset. And you could unlock the screen to use USB accessories when you forget the passcode.

Part 7: Hot FAQ about USB Accessories on iPhone

Q1: What is the feature of USB Accessories on iPhone?

From USB-A to the latest, USB-C. Also, most iPhones use a proprietary Lightning port.

Q2: Why does My iPhone Think My Charger is a USB Accessory?

It is related to the capacity of the charger. If a low-capacity charger is used, your device must regard it as a USB port because the USB port charges at a lower rate than a good wall charger. Another possibility is that the cable being used is flaky.

Q3: What to Do If My iPhone Not Charging after Unlock to Use Accessories?

• Step 1: Disconnect your tool from the accessory.
• Step 2: Unlock your device.
• Step 3: Connect the USB accessory again.

If it doesn’t work, please contact customer service of Apple.

Conclusion

It is very common to use USB accessories to connect iPhone and computer. Sometimes, we may forget the password, or cannot unlock the screen due to system failure. There are many ways to unlock Apple iPhone XS to use the accessories in the article. Finally, we recommend everyone to use Dr.Fone - Screen Unlock, a helpful and convenient tool.

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