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Apple Launches Device-based Passkeys in Latest Software Updates

  • Passkey support has been added to iCloud.com and Apple.com domains. They can be authenticated using Face ID or Touch ID.
  • Apple IDs will now automatically be assigned a passkey with iOS 17, iPadOS 17, and macOS Sonoma.
  • Passkeys work across devices and services, replacing traditional passwords.
  • Passkeys rely on authentication through Face ID, Touch ID, or PINs synced across devices instead of passwords.
  • Passkeys built on WebAuthn technology generate two keys for signing in without passwords to Apple and compatible third-party services.
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