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		macintux on Nov 10, 2022 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Accidental Google Pixel Lock Screen Bypass But the Watch tells you it’s unlocking the phone.

snazz on Nov 10, 2022 [–]

And unlocking with the watch only works on Face ID iPhones to make it more convenient when you're wearing a mask.

anonomousename on Nov 12, 2022 | [–]

And it doesn’t do a super great job at it - often times the underside of a table, or sofa cushions will trigger it

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