Can Only Unlock Phone w/Backup Password After MM Update

[Brew Swayne]

Whenever I reboot my phone, my initial unlock is requiring me to enter my backup password instead of swiping my fingerprint. After that initial login, I can unlock with my fingerprint until the next time I restart my phone, but it's really annoying even having to do it the 1 time.

Is this I new MM feature? Is there a way to turn it off?

 

[B. Diddy]

I believe that's normal. On my Nexus 6P, I think there's actually an explanation upon booting up that the pattern or password is required for extra security.

 

[BrutalhonestyM]

This feature which is also already available to IOS users has been implemented for your own security purposes. Unfortunately as far as I am aware you cannot turn it off as is it's there for a reason. You can be compelled to provide your fingerprint and unlock your phone, under current U.S. law (if they have a warrant) but you cannot be forced to enter your password. A precedent was set by the Circuit Court of Virginia in October 2014, and recently upheld and reinforced by a federal court in February 2016 that your fingerprint is not protected by the 5th amendment.

 

[Brew Swayne]

Well that's annoying. But also understandable due to the legal rulings. Thanks for the info.