FBI was not able to extract data from iPhone 13 in lockdown mode in high profile case
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February 5, 2026
An update if people are interested - They were able to unlock her macbook using her fingerprint
Natanson was reminded the FBI has authority to use her biometrics to unlock the laptop and Natanson repeated that she does not use biometrics on her devices. Natanson was told she must try, in accordance with the authorization in the warrant. The FBI assisted Natanson with applying her right index finger to the fingerprint reader which immediately unlocked the laptop.
Ars Technica – 4 Feb 26
FBI stymied by Apple's Lockdown Mode after seizing journalist's iPhone
Post reporter was compelled to unlock MacBook Pro with fingerprint, however.
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