I'm sure when playing around with the VP on the day I got it I saw a setting to enable to camera button to wake the device.
Never seen it since. Am I imagining it?
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Settings, applications, pictures+camera, first option.
Ah yes. Doesn't seem to work though!
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Make sure the top of the device is not covered in any way, the proximity sensor located there is what enables this feature. If that's not the problem maybe its faulty. Does the screen automatically blank out when you're on a call?
Also, just to be sure. You are holding down the camera button for a second or two, aren't you?
Ah I think I confused myself...
I thought what it meant was that a quick press would "unlock" the device, rather than a long hold going straight to the camera, as that does work.
Thanks - it should work even if your phone is locked / password protected. If your phone is password protected, it will allow you to take new pictures without entering your password but won't show old pictures (or allow access to the rest of your phone).
p.s. the article below describes it in more detail:
http://www.pcworld.com/businesscent..._17_taking_and_sharing_pictures_with_wp7.html
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I love my new HD2, except ... when turned off and in my pocket (or wife's handbag) it will nearly always turn itself on. I normally find out too late, after it has made calls or changed settings, etc.
I can't for the life of me understand how anyone would design a device that will turn itself on after a single, gentle, short key press on the power button.
Is there any way (config. setting, registry hack or 3rd party app) that this can be prevented, accepting that a more complex turn on procedure will result?
Hey Steve,
You could take a look at TouchLockPRO from ZuinigeRijder - I use it on my (company issue) Touch PRO which was prone to doing exactly what you're finding with your HD2.
I've got my HD2 cased, so it stays off until I tell it otherwise - there are quite a few HD2 owners who use TouchLockPro although it works differently on the HD2 than it does on the TP due to the lack of touch sensitive button area etc.
I can't remember if, on the HD2, you can disable all the hardware buttons except, say, the volume buttons which you would press in a sequence to unlock it/turn it on.....
Have a look at the thread - all of the documentation is on the developers' site if you some more detailed information - and see what you think. The thread is pretty active still, so if you post a "How do I", you'll likely get a response PDQ
Hope that helps,
Mark.
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Hey Steve,
You could take a look at TouchLockPRO from ZuinigeRijder - I use it on my (company issue) Touch PRO which was prone to doing exactly what you're finding with your HD2.
I've got my HD2 cased, so it stays off until I tell it otherwise - there are quite a few HD2 owners who use TouchLockPro although it works differently on the HD2 than it does on the TP due to the lack of touch sensitive button area etc.
I can't remember if, on the HD2, you can disable all the hardware buttons except, say, the volume buttons which you would press in a sequence to unlock it/turn it on.....
Have a look at the thread - all of the documentation is on the developers' site if you some more detailed information - and see what you think. The thread is pretty active still, so if you post a "How do I", you'll likely get a response PDQ
Hope that helps,
Mark.
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TouchLockPro is a strong, lite lock! I use it on my Touch Pro2.
Thanks for the prompt assistance, guys, and I have taken a first look at TouchLockPro. Sadly, I'm having issues, though - I have tried the AutoLockOnPowerOn setting but can't get it to work. Not only does it take a good 30 seconds to 1 minute for the BattClock icon to appear after my Spb Mobile Shell has initialised (which gives the phone more than enough time to do its dirty work after accidental switch on) but TouchLockPro doesn't perform the lock as expected - it remains unlocked.
I guess a 'lock after turn on' feature is about the best workaround there is, as the power button turn on probably can't be changed.
I have also now started trialling PocketShield, and its 'lock after turn on' feature does work. I'll continue trialling both products, but if you can suggest how I might make TouchLockPro do what I want I'd appreciate it.
Why not leave it on and lock the screen? That would stop it making calls, although it might not stop the back-light from lighting whenever a button is accidentally pressed.
Personally I keep my phone is a belt pouch. This stops any accidental button presses and, most importantly, protects my phone against damage.
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Why not leave it on and lock the screen? That would stop it making calls, although it might not stop the back-light from lighting whenever a button is accidentally pressed.
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Because there are many situations when I want it switched off, or am required to have it switched off.
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Because there are many situations when I want it switched off, or am required to have it switched off.
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Good answer
How about pouching or casing the phone?
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Good answer
How about pouching or casing the phone?
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OK, OK I guess I'll have to Can't fit a case in my pocket, so I'll work on softening up the leather pouch that came with the 'phone!
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OK, OK I guess I'll have to Can't fit a case in my pocket, so I'll work on softening up the leather pouch that came with the 'phone!
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I have a PDair pouch (belt-clip type) and there is definately no softening up required.
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I have also now started trialling PocketShield, and its 'lock after turn on' feature does work.
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I had similar issues especially after handsfree operation while driving...tried pocketshield...liked it and purchased it.
I am fully satisfied with it...
Hey friends,
I am facing this problem while making calls that as soon as I press call button or receive button(while taking call) the screen turns off n stay that way till the call ends.
I have tried pressing all hardware buttons,even moved the dvp awayfrom me n into direct light but to no avial.though it did turn on once or twice out of twenty times.
Did anyone else experience this? Any suggestions are welcome..
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Do you have a screen protector or case that is obscuring the light sensor or proximity sensor? My first guess is that something is obscuring one or both, because during a call the screen being off is a feature.
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Do you have a screen protector or case that is obscuring the light sensor or proximity sensor? My first guess is that something is obscuring one or both, because during a call the screen being off is a feature.
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i know about this feature n still have that plastic skin on the screen i'll remove it n check again don't think it d block light but then wats the harm?
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The screen stays black during a call and this happens ramdomly. I have a dell venue pro a t mobile phone but it is a pre release so it works on att 3g and all. I have switched the sd card with no improvement. I have ordered a transender 32 gb sd that I haven't received yet. The firmware version 2250.1400.7004.025 hardware is 112.576.2.0 radio soft 2.2.50.14 radio hard 8250. I have been unable to get any of the hardware keys to hang up the phone which if I get voicemail or something means I have to power the phone down to get the dang thing to hang up. Sometimes it works fine but I cant find a commonality software or hardware that causes this. It happens right out of the box so even after a software reset it can happen. Is there any solution for this issue?
I can't understand why the button on top doesn't hang it up.
PS I got this phone for free and I got ripped off LOL
wow just got a replacement phone today and im having this problem, As soon as I go to make a call the screen goes black and cant do anything on screen during the call, so i cant enter my password when checking voicemail
I think it's related to the proximity sensor. When you put the phone close to your head, the screen switches off. When you move it away, it will switch on - most of the time .
If it stays black, have you tried tapping the power button on the top of the phone? It switches the screen on without disconnecting your call.
A coworker got a replacement the other day(they send a refurb) phone and it had the same problem. Had to go through Twitter to get Dell to send him a new retail phone since they had send him 3 refurbs prior and they all had different issues.
This is just a general statement regarding phone proximity sensors. I have had multiple phones made by different manufactures that experience this to some degree (including the Venue Pro). One thing that I have noticed is that if the phone goes from your face directly into a bright light (outside is most common) it will keep the screen shut off but if the sensor is somewhat shaded it will resume normal function.
I got the same problem too and while it may be a proximity sensor problem, it is not controllable on the user's end. Unless the phone call disconnects magically, a battery pull is necessary.
I'm gonna be on my third one soon and I hope that i won't face the same problem.
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I think it's related to the proximity sensor. When you put the phone close to your head, the screen switches off. When you move it away, it will switch on - most of the time .
If it stays black, have you tried tapping the power button on the top of the phone? It switches the screen on without disconnecting your call.
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Yes i recently got a new refurbed phone and this problem has arised. Complained to Dell and they are going to send me a Brand new DVP. I see a lot of people having this same issue with the refurbs. Currently Dell is out of new DVP due to them upgraing the firmware, so I have to deal with a broke phone till the end of August. Talk about a dissatisfied customer. Im thinking about selling this brand new unit when I get it, hopefully Toshiba has their device out by then
This is a Proximity Sensor issue. You can fix it though in the EM app. You can adjust the sensor readings and the phone will function like normal. Let me know if you need the values or a step by step!
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This is a Proximity Sensor issue. You can fix it though in the EM app. You can adjust the sensor readings and the phone will function like normal. Let me know if you need the values or a step by step!
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please explain because im getting frustrated
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This is a Proximity Sensor issue. You can fix it though in the EM app. You can adjust the sensor readings and the phone will function like normal. Let me know if you need the values or a step by step!
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A step by step would be awesome. I like being able to see the screen during a call.
1) Get the EM app, if you dont have it dial ##634# into the dialer
2) Get into the advanced menu by double tapping the black area and typing in "qwertyuiop"
3) Select "RD test", now enter *#6336# in the box that pops up.
4) Select "Sensors", and the "Proximity Sensor Config"
5) Set the following to these:
LED strength - 1
Diode select - 2
Pulse Count - 43
6) Hit set and then you are good to go!
I have noticed that one of my DVP's needs to have this put in again everytime I reboot the phone, the other saves it. Just an FYI for ya!
I get to step 3 and when i clock on RD test, I am prompted with a white box with blue trim and an X at the top right. can you advise on how to proceed?
Oh yeah, Im sorry I forgot that part. Enter *#6336# as the password.
When I dial *#634# it says thic code is not supported.
What does that mean?
I put in a different number combo before and it put me in the EM screen
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When I dial *#634# it says thic code is not supported.
What does that mean?
I put in a different number combo before and it put me in the EM screen
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Try ##634#, Im made a typo there and put a * the first time.
did the steps and it didnt work for me am i doing something wrong
937dytboi said:
did the steps and it didnt work for me am i doing something wrong
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I dont know, you could just have a defective phone. I know thats hard to believe that from Dell.....
I got the S4 Active last week, and plan on taking it with me whitewater rafting tomorrow (with an old Wii wrist strap tied to the case for extra safety if I do get adventurous and try taking photos on the raft). It occurs to me though that if the screen is wet, I might not be able to unlock the phone and get to the camera. I notice that even in Aqua mode with the volume keys mapped to the shutter, if the screen goes off, you have to swipe the screen to get back to the camera -- or unlock the phone if its timed out and the facial recognition option fails.
On my old android phone, if you left the camera open it would stay open if the phone locked (aka screen went off), only reverting you to the lock screen if you tried exiting the camera. Is there any way to get that functionality on the S4 active? Or perhaps to launch the camera by pressing the volume key from the normal lock screen?
This seems like an odd omission on a phone touted in commercials as being able to take underwater photos...
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I got the S4 Active last week, and plan on taking it with me whitewater rafting tomorrow (with an old Wii wrist strap tied to the case for extra safety if I do get adventurous and try taking photos on the raft). It occurs to me though that if the screen is wet, I might not be able to unlock the phone and get to the camera. I notice that even in Aqua mode with the volume keys mapped to the shutter, if the screen goes off, you have to swipe the screen to get back to the camera -- or unlock the phone if its timed out and the facial recognition option fails.
On my old android phone, if you left the camera open it would stay open if the phone locked (aka screen went off), only reverting you to the lock screen if you tried exiting the camera. Is there any way to get that functionality on the S4 active? Or perhaps to launch the camera by pressing the volume key from the normal lock screen?
This seems like an odd omission on a phone touted in commercials as being able to take underwater photos...
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nope you cannot activate camera with wet screen as far as I know.
I found a partial workaround. I used DelayedLock (a great app, though I'll have to root the phone before I can take full advantage of it again) to temporarily increase the delay until the phone locks and then activated S-Voice commands from the lock-swipe screen. So, assuming it's not super noisy and the microphone isn't distorted by water, I should be able to use a voice command to launch the camera.
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So you know, I know, and everyone knows the Galaxy S7/Edge allows you to double press the home button to open the camera quickly. If it was your first time doing it, then there's a pop-up that tells you what you did. You go into the Camera settings to make sure that's enabled.
Now every other times, especially random, the damn pop-up still appears regardless. It happens on the Verizon and Unlocked version of the softwares. So what gives, Samsung?
Has anyone actually found a plausible way of fixing this annoyance?
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So you know, I know, and everyone knows the Galaxy S7/Edge allows you to double press the home button to open the camera quickly. If it was your first time doing it, then there's a pop-up that tells you what you did. You go into the Camera settings to make sure that's enabled.
Now every other times, especially random, the damn pop-up still appears regardless. It happens on the Verizon and Unlocked version of the softwares. So what gives, Samsung?
Has anyone actually found a plausible way of fixing this annoyance?
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Mine only pops up if the camera is covered up, as if it were in my pocket. It doesn't pop up if there is plenty of light. Test it out and see if that's what is happening to you.
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Mine only pops up if the camera is covered up, as if it were in my pocket. It doesn't pop up if there is plenty of light. Test it out and see if that's what is happening to you.
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I read some posts about that, and right now it's not popping up for me, even with the camera covered up. Is this something that just occurs at night possibly?
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I read some posts about that, and right now it's not popping up for me, even with the camera covered up. Is this something that just occurs at night possibly?
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Well I tested it at night but it was able to amplify the light levels. But while testing it I was able to control when that message popped up 100% of the time by covering and uncovering it. This was with the rear camera only though. Never tested the front.
Hello everyone,
So, I'm having a bit of a strange problem with my Yotaphone 2...
I did a factory reset on it a while back, and everything went fine, except now, when the screen is locked, I can no longer unlock the e-ink screen by dragging up the lock icon on the bottom of the e-ink screen. I have to use the hardware power button, which is a little bit inconvenient at times. I've spent quite a while trying to locate what setting got effected to make it not function, but with no luck. Anybody have any idea where I can turn this function back on?
It happened to me too, I think it was something related with the Lollypop update, but could be some setting that has changed and that I cannot find. However, I found that if I double tap before tracing the finger motion, it usually works. That's why I didn't look further into the issue.
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It happened to me too, I think it was something related with the Lollypop update, but could be some setting that has changed and that I cannot find. However, I found that if I double tap before tracing the finger motion, it usually works. That's why I didn't look further into the issue.
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No luck for me. I'm still on Kitkat anyway...
Looks like I might be stuck...
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It happened to me too, I think it was something related with the Lollypop update, but could be some setting that has changed and that I cannot find. However, I found that if I double tap before tracing the finger motion, it usually works. That's why I didn't look further into the issue.
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Actually, scratch that... after your double tap suggestion, I started randomly tapping around managed just once to get it to unlock from a screen touch, but have not been able to replicate the movement so it happens again. What movement exactly do you use to get it to unlock?
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Seems to be some kind of sensitivity issue. I can get it to unlock about once out of every 50 swipes. Less than ideal.
I leave the phone with the E-ink screen facing up (to prevent the gyroscope from switching sensitivity to the amoled display instead), then press twice the lock icon, and on the second time my finger touches the E-ink, I drag it up to the center of the phone. It took a bit of practice but now I can get it to work consistently. The double tap is because if the phone has been inactive for a while, it enters sleep mode, and it looks like that turns off the finger gesture recognition. Other possible explanations are that maybe you don't press the screen firmly enough, or maybe you placed some plastic sheet over the back display and that reduces sensitivity.
I noticed that the unlock gestures on the EPD work only when the phone recognizes that you've it in the hand or you're using it. So I take it and I unlock it effectively. Trying to unlock when it lays down and you haven't moved it for a while brings to your experience.
Thanks to both of you for the advice... unfortunately, neither seems to be doing the trick. Just a caution for any other people who are thinking of doing a factory reset - it seems to seriously impact sensitivity for the e-ink unlock, so be aware.
I never succeed to do slide up unlock even within 1st tutorial. Double tap unlock was the only workaround for me. Also activated glove sensitivity mode.