I would like to purchase the upcoming iPhone X, however, I'm not interested in the Face ID feature at all. Anyone have any ideas on how I can cover the Face ID sensor permanently so it can never be used; permanently blocked? I wonder if any company has thought of creating a case with a cover for the Face ID sensor?
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iPhone X Case to Cover The Face ID Sensor
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I really doubt a case company would make a case for that purpose. They're going to design cases that appeal to the majority of people and whoever is interested in the X will probably want to use FaceID.
And then you have to consider that it'll block all the other sensors like proximity sensors and front FaceTime camera.
Just don't set it up. There is no reason to cover the sensor just don't set it up and use the password all the time.
If you don’t use face id that’s a lot of money to be rid of a home button. I can’t imagine there are many others that want the device but are not willing to use its major feature.
My wanting to cover up the Face ID sensor really has nothing to do with the X not having a home button or with trusting the FaceTime cam or the Face ID sensor. I would just like to be without the Face ID, that's all. I can think of many scenarios, as others could as well, where Face ID would not be advantageous. I'd like to stay out of the scenarios if possible. I'm just looking for a way to cover it up so that it can never be used.
As someone stated above: just don't set up/use face ID. Use password exclusively. Your problem solved.
If you're that paranoid why not just get a 8 or an Android device?
As well, it has nothing to do with being paranoid. As a consumer, there are certain things I want and certain things I don't want. It just happens that Face ID is something I don't want. I'm not interested in Android at all and not interested in the 8. I do want to stay with Apple though.
Sounds to me like the OP is wanted in 5 states west of the Mississippi. And/or in the witness protection program. No biggie. How about black electrical tape over the sensor? That's about your only option. Unless you can find a tiny black dot sticker.
Why? I think you’re better off getting an Android phone. Much safer when it comes to security. You wouldn’t want to put your information in the hands of Apple.
This, or he’s so insecure with his appearance that he doesn’t even want a computer to look at his face.
Seems like the simple answer has been provided a few times already: you don't have to set it up or use it just because the device is capable of it.
Just get a a very fine brush and some black model paint. Go to town and cover what ever feature/camera/sensor you don't want.
What scenarios are you worried about that wouldn't be remedied by simply not setting up or enabling FaceID?
Just use a Sharpie. Black out the sensors and cameras that you don't like. Enjoy your dumbphone....
What's the difference between a normal front facing camera and FaceID (privacy wise)? I mean you're fine with a front facing camera, but not with FaceID, that doesn't make sense at all. Just don't use it.
Okay, then don't set FaceID up when you set up your iPhone X.
I often go to the grocery store that sells alcohol. I don’t drink so I simply don’t buy the liquor. I don’t go out of my way to shop only st stores that don’t sell alcohol.
I say this because, if you’re truly not paranoid, just forget that it’s there. Don’t use it. Choose not to set it up. And you’re all set.
I say this because, if you’re truly not paranoid, just forget that it’s there. Don’t use it. Choose not to set it up. And you’re all set.
