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Biometrics Require Password too Frequently to Unlock Phone or Tablet or To Access Secure Folder

(Topic created: 05-18-2023 09:53 AM)
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I think 72 hours is too short a timeframe to require a password to be entered.  I think it should be an optional period of time, say 3-30 days set by the user. 

 

I think it's more likely that someone will see you type your password over your shoulder than steal your fingerprint, but if it's a user defined option, customers could do what they think is best. 

 

I understand the password can be masked, but if you have a very strong password sometimes it's necessary to unmask to see what you type.

 

I hope Samsung will consider making this change.

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DanG92263
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What device?

I never have to enter a password unless I restart or turn off/on my phone. Been true with both my old s10+ and now s23 Ultra.
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Galaxy S22+ and Galaxy Tab S8.  Android v13.  OneUI v5.1 on both.

 

I have my devices set to lock after 5 minutes of non-use.  After it locks, when I go to wake it up, I have to enter my Biometric or Device Passcode. 

Once I enter my Biometric, after 72 hours it requires the passcode.  Ditto for Samsung Knox Secure Folder.  When it prompts for the Passcode, there is a "learn more" that explains the 72 hour window.

 

 

DanG92263
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Yeah, I can see that in Settings too now. I must not be bothered by having to enter it every 72 hours and didn't notice, or the fact that I'm retired and I'm at home, with my home set as a safe place in Smart Lock and don't need to unlock my phone when here, is the answer for me.
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