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« on: February 06, 2016, 09:00:23 am »

Apple comments on 'Error 53' failed security checks on iPhone

iPhones that have been repaired by third parties have been experiencing an "Error 53" post-iOS 9 update that has rendered some of the devices unusable. This has led to a ton of online speculation — and condemnation — today. When contacted for comment, Apple provided the following explanation to iMore: "We take customer security very seriously and Error 53 is the result of security checks designed to protect our customers," an Apple spokesperson told iMore. "iOS checks that the Touch ID sensor in your iPhone or iPad correctly matches your device's other components. If iOS finds a mismatch, the check fails and Touch ID, including for Apple Pay use, is disabled. This security measure is necessary to protect your device and prevent a fraudulent Touch ID sensor from being used. If a customer encounters Error 53, we encourage them to contact Apple Support." Is this a new problem? Some of this isn't new. Back when the iPhone 5s introduced Touch ID for the first time, former iMor...<br clear='all'/>

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