Ruling: Thumbprint scan is like a "blood draw or fingerprint taken at booking."

The legal situation is more complex and nuanced than the headline implies, so the article is worth reading. This adds another ruling to the confusing case history regarding forced biometric unlocking.

  • some_guy@lemmy.sdf.org
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    7 months ago

    This isn't new. I've been on the passcode to unlock train for a long time because of this. It's only news in that it's been codified by the court. You can't be compelled to reveal info.

    On iPhone: press and hold the lock button and either volume button for 1-2sec. It'll force a passcode despite biometrics.

    • BreakDecks@lemmy.ml
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      7 months ago

      I hate Siri, but you can do a "Hey Siri, whose phone is this?" and it will force PIN unlock. Great if you aren't able to physically touch the phone.