Apple iPhone Update: Easier Unlock While Wearing Mask

Apple/YouTube Apple's next iPhone update is making it easier to quickly unlock your phone at times when Face ID may not work.

When iOS 13.5 launches, you'll be able to swipe up from the bottom of the home screen to quickly access the passcode field.

The update comes after iPhone owner have pointed out that Face ID doesn't usually work while wearing a protective face masks.

Apple's update also introduces the first version of the tools that public health authorities will need to provide COVID-19 exposure notifications as part of Apple and Google's contact tracing system.