The OnePlus 12's face unlock feature is not highly secure and can be easily fooled by a photo. According to user experiences and discussions, the face recognition system on the OnePlus 12 primarily relies on the front-facing camera without advanced security measures like depth sensors or infrared technology. This makes it vulnerable to being bypassed with a simple photograph of the user's face[2].
Previous models, such as the OnePlus 6, have also been reported to be easily tricked by printed photos, indicating a consistent issue with the brand's facial recognition technology[4][6]. Users have noted that while the feature works for convenience, it is recommended to use more secure methods like fingerprint authentication or a PIN for sensitive applications[2].
In summary, if security is a priority, relying solely on the OnePlus 12's face unlock feature is not advisable due to its susceptibility to being fooled by images.
Citations:[1] https://discussions.apple.com/thread/252201708
[2] https://www.reddit.com/r/oneplus/comments/1d50ffb/how_secure_is_face_id_on_the_oneplus_12/
[3] https://www.oneplus.com/support/answer/detail/op151
[4] https://mashable.com/article/we-fooled-oneplus-6-face-unlock
[5] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jTc8gIjXa2Y
[6] https://community.oneplus.com/thread?id=842818
[7] https://www.forbes.com/sites/bensin/2017/12/21/trying-to-fool-the-oneplus-5ts-scary-fast-face-unlock/
[8] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dpW-D_acGe0