Many buyers are looking for a current used iPad at Repurposed Tech Parts that is not going to cost an arm and leg but are hesitant because the description says all is functional except the Touch ID.
Let's first take a look at what the Touch ID does. Touch ID is a fingerprint recognition feature which normally can be set up at anytime by going to your settings and selecting Touch ID. The Touch ID sensor is either in the Home button or—on iPad mini (6th generation) and iPad Air (4th generation)—the top button. Apple Support indicates that the sensor uses advanced capacitive touch to take a high-resolution image from small sections of your fingerprint from the subepidermal layers of your skin. It is patented by Apple.
Frequently Asked Questions:
1) How do I secure my device without Touch ID?
Even though the Touch ID is disabled on the device you can still set up a passcode to lock your device down and use with apps.
2) Does the home button still work?
It does, it's the fingerprint recognition feature that does not.
3) How do I get into my iPad to set it up if the Touch ID does not work?
Touch ID is an option and is not mandatory and does not hinder functionality. You will see a pop up when setting up your iPad telling you that the Touch ID feature is not an option.
4) If the Touch ID is not working does that mean the rest of the iPad may stop working too? No, it just means you possibly have a defective or broken Touch ID sensor.
5) Can I get the Touch ID fixed? You can and the cost varies, Apple would prefer if you had it fixed by their repair staff.
All and all iPads without working Touch IDs can save you hundreds of dollars and should not be a huge deterrent for not purchasing an used iPad.
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