Apple's New Stolen Device Protection Uses Biometrics to Thwart Thieves
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Stolen Device Protection requires biometric authentication for sensitive actions like changing passwords, preventing thieves even with your passcode from fully compromising your device.
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For the most sensitive actions like changing your Apple ID password, there is an additional 1-hour delay after biometric authentication.
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The feature can be enabled in iOS 17.3 and later under Face ID & Passcode settings.
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It aims to protect iPhones that have been stolen by thieves who have also obtained the passcode.
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Actions requiring authentication include accessing iCloud Keychain passwords, applying for a new Apple Card, disabling Lost Mode, and erasing the device.