eternal_labor
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Looking at the USCIS site, the new digital certificates that they are now rolling out have digital photos and signatures.
Looks like that is why I didn't need to sign my photos.
When asked the USCIS said:
Question: If ASCs will capture digital photos of N-400 applicants, why must applicants still provide hard-copy photos?
Answer: The hard-copy photos will be required as a back-up in case of unforeseen issues, allowing them to continue their naturalization process without delay.
So maybe this is why I wasn't asked to sign photos, they are using the new digital type and the digital photos that were taken at the fingerprint appointment will be used.
Makes sense. Thanks for the information, aussie_okie!