Apple ID passwords can be easily lost if you don’t use password managers or simply forget them. This is a common scenario for some Apple users.
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If this ever happens to you, your day will definitely be ruined. Remember that your Apple ID is required for your Apple services, such as iCloud, iMessage, FaceTime, Apple Music, Apple App Store, etc.
Once you lose your Apple ID password, you will find it difficult to use the mentioned Apple services. But, thanks to the new feature of iOS 15, you can now easily recover your lost password.
Here’s how the Advanced Account Recovery feature can help you do just that.
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According to CNET’s latest report, iOS 15’s Account Recovery feature should already be active before you lose your Apple ID password.
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This is because it relies on your trusted contacts to be “recovery contacts“. Now, here is how you can activate your account recovery feature:
- First, visit your settings and click on your name.
- After that, choose “Password & Security” option and go to “Account Recovery”.
- Once you’re there, you can start adding your trusted recovery contacts by clicking the “Add Recovery Contact” button.
Other Useful iOS 15 Features
Besides the Account Recovery feature, there are other new features offered by the latest iOS 15. LifeWire has provided some of them:
- Spotlight Search in iOS (lets you easily find messages, apps, and even web searches)
- iOS 15 has a feature that can move links, photos, and other items between apps without copying or pasting them.
- Focus (this function allows you to practice healthier daily activities. These include exercise, safe driving habits, as well as correct sleeping habits)
These are just some of the hidden features of iOS 15 that you can take advantage of. If you want to know more about the functions, you can visit this link.
Meanwhile, the new iOS 15.4 Scan Notes feature has finally arrived.
On the other hand, Apple fixed an iOS 15.4 Siri bug that stores user recordings without their consent.
For more information on iOS 15 and other advanced technologies from Apple, always keep your tabs open here on TechTimes.
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