Apple Introduces Selfie-Based Age Verification for Accessing 18+ Rated Apps
Apple Introduces Selfie-Based Age Verification for Accessing 18+ Rated Apps Apple has introduced a new feature that allows iPhone and iPad users to verify that they are adults by taking a selfie . This age-verification feature has been added as part of the new iOS 17.2 and iPadOS 17.2 updates. However, it is not available in all countries or regions. In supported areas, this feature enables users to confirm they are adults without needing to provide a credit card or a government-issued identification document. According to Apple, the feature analyzes the user's face to estimate whether or not they are an adult. To complete this, users must follow on-screen instructions to move their head—turning it from side to side and tilting it up and down—ensuring their face is captured from four different directions. Apple states that the age-verification process combines on-device processing with analysis performed via " Private Cloud Compute ." The results from both processe...