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So I found out the hard way that the Tab 2 10.1 doesn't come with a proximity sensor (not sure how I missed this). Has anyone found an app that turns the screen on/off by opening and closing a case?
My assumption is that this isn't possible without a proximity sensor but thought I'd ask.
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Shouldn't be impossible at all.. the device auto senses what the screen light should be I do not know if it uses the camera for this or if there is a second sensor to accomplish this.. but it sounds totally feasible to write a program that senses total darkness to tell the device to sleep Im not so sure how turning it back on would work..this would be am awesome app please post back if you find one
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Here there, sorry I don't think it is possible, even smart cover app relys on proximity sensor.
And no, light sensor wouldn't work in dark places or at night.
I believe proximity sensor is only present in cellular models. If so, on your dialpad/keypad, type *#0*# -> sensor -> and place an object near the top of the tablet where the speaker and light/prox sensors are located.
Screen should turn green, and PROXIMITY:0.0 -> PROXIMITY:1.0

Im not much on coding but you would see some light at night from the screen unless the sensor just sucks or the case lets too much light escape i dont see why it wouldnt.
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mrkhigh said:
Im not much on coding but you would see some light at night from the screen unless the sensor just sucks or the case lets too much light escape i dont see why it wouldnt.
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The sensors are only effective if light in shinning directly above it. If light sensors were this sensitive (picking up light from screen), I adobt putting a smart cover on or putting it in your pocket isn't going to work since neither pockets or smart covers are completely light proof as sensors are near the top picking up reddish/faint light.
Cover isn't flat enough to stop screen backlight from traveling accorss the surface of tab and therefore sensors won't be triggered.
Common sense

do you try the Power Switch Pro?

Power Switch Pro works with my Tab 2 7.0 and I would think it would work with the 10.1. There is a lite version on Play that you can try. I liked it well enough to buy it.

chriscsh said:
do you try the Power Switch Pro?
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Tel864 said:
Power Switch Pro works with my Tab 2 7.0 and I would think it would work with the 10.1. There is a lite version on Play that you can try. I liked it well enough to buy it.
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I'll get it a shot and see if it works. Are you using the wireless or cellular version?
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Must be user error because power switch pro didn't work on my10.1
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emeraldayotte said:
I'll get it a shot and see if it works. Are you using the wireless or cellular version?
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I'm using the wireless version. It works on my Samsung and also on the wife's rooted Nook tablet. It actually works the best when using the motion sensor and laying it upside down when you want it to turn off. A couple of times it didn't respond as quickly when lying on the back, but it works 100% of the time when laid upside down.

emeraldayotte said:
Must be user error because power switch pro didn't work on my10.1
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i guess this only work on rooted device

emeraldayotte said:
So I found out the hard way that the Tab 2 10.1 doesn't come with a proximity sensor (not sure how I missed this). Has anyone found an app that turns the screen on/off by opening and closing a case?
My assumption is that this isn't possible without a proximity sensor but thought I'd ask.
Sent from my Kanged Tab2
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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sourcespark.app.casesensor&feature=related_apps#?t=W251bGwsMSwxLDEwOSwiY29tLnNvdXJjZXNwYXJrLmFwcC5jYXNlc2Vuc29yIl0.
Here you go its not free but 0.99 is not alot works off light sensor

My p3100 has a proximity
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My p3100 has a proximity
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perhaps we should buy your p3100....no comment

There is also a app at google play called Killswitch Lite.

power switch pro seems to do the job to a certain point. it works good outside, but when you are inside a room or place with a litle less light it starts to pop up that notification window and shut down the screen. maybe be it can be adjusted with the light sensor sensitivity but i found that so disturbing that i disable it.
for me it doesnt do the desired job. if someone has some idea how to make this useful will be thankful.

karaern said:
power switch pro seems to do the job to a certain point. it works good outside, but when you are inside a room or place with a litle less light it starts to pop up that notification window and shut down the screen. maybe be it can be adjusted with the light sensor sensitivity but i found that so disturbing that i disable it.
for me it doesnt do the desired job. if someone has some idea how to make this useful will be thankful.
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Like I said earlier

searsh smart cover on google play best one is about 2 $

I use Case Sensor on my Tab 10.1" and it does it's job. It does use the light sensor so during night time or dark areas, it won't activate thinking the case is still covering the light sensor. This app is clever in that when you press the power button, it will override the app for a temporary amount of time. Good enough until someone else can think of a better way to execute or use a combination on different sensors to control the screen

[Q]Flip Case Auto Sleep Function

Hi All,
Did anyone purchase a case with the auto sleep function? It does not seem to work on mine even though advertised.. Does it actually work the with Tab 4?
Thanks.

I've tried running a magnet over it, and can't seem to find the supposed magnetic sensor anywhere.

Oh really? I wonder how safe is it to have magnets close to the screen... I hope no damage is done...

I got a cheap flip case on ebay and it is a smart case. For the price the quality is quite good. The magnet is about 1" from the left edge ON the screen. It has magnets to keep the cover closed also and it can be used as a stand.
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/261492672271...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649

aftershocks said:
Hi All,
Did anyone purchase a case with the auto sleep function? It does not seem to work on mine even though advertised.. Does it actually work the with Tab 4?
Thanks.
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I have a case (generic one from Amazon) and the auto-sleep (and auto-awake) functions work well.

I can't find the sensor on my 7. Does it have one?

I bought the Pellem case and it works well
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For an 8 right? Not a seven

Yep I have an 8
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Sorry everyone for the confussion.... Turns out the case I got from eBay was defective... I was able to get one that actually had the auto sleep function working...

I bought the official Samsung Book Cover Case for my Galaxy Tab 4 7". It does have magnets in it to support the wedge/propped up mode. The box even indicated the auto sleep/wake functionality. But it never did work.

I don't know about the 7 as I have an 8 but there is a check box under settings>general>accessories for the flip cover. On my tab if I put a magnet 1" from the top left ON the screen it shuts off. Hope this helps.

Air Wake Up Does Not Always Work

Does anyone experience the Air Wake Up function not always working? I made sure the sensors are clean and no screen protector on them.
Sometimes I have to wave or cover the phone several times to turn on the screen. I did this slowly but still. I think I also had this issue with my Note 2. Do you think it's the software or hardware issue?
Thank you,
HL

I don't use air wake now but I did for awhile and it's always worked for me. I have a screen protector in but it's a Zagg with cutouts. I would guess hardware... But don't quote me on that
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screen problem

My phone and my friend have the same problem that when I use the pen in any app the right half of it doesn't respond normally I must press harder to respond so what can I do

Mido Enab said:
My phone and my friend have the same problem that when I use the pen in any app the right half of it doesn't respond normally I must press harder to respond so what can I do
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You need to contact the guaranty or the place that you have bought and ask for a replacement... this is a hardware problem and there's only one solution: change for another device.

Just a question... do you use a cover or a case that use magnetic lock mechanisms? I had the same problem with a Note 2 in an Artwizz case and the magnets from that interfere with the touchpen function...
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Take it back to claim warranty, if you got it in gray market or in an unofficial way, you will have to pay to get fixed, that is why Buying from official sources is the really good and only way

How do I... turn off display when cover closes on my case

When I put my phone to my ear the display turns off.
When I move it away it turns on. That is GREAT.
Now, how can I enable this activity when I open and close the cover of my phone case?
My old S4 did this but I cannot find a setting.
Thanks!

Look for kinscreen on the app store.
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kinscreen is EXACTLY what I needed. Thank you ever so much!

Zargone said:
When I put my phone to my ear the display turns off.
When I move it away it turns on. That is GREAT.
Now, how can I enable this activity when I open and close the cover of my phone case?
My old S4 did this but I cannot find a setting.
Thanks!
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When on a call, the proximity sensor is active and controls the screen. Having it on 24/7 will impact battery.
Generally, a magnet is used to trigger the same thing with a case. A different sensor or switch than the proximity sensor is used and a magnet in the case triggers it. It's possible that the Essential doesn't have this sensor that gets triggered by a magnet or your case doesn't have a magnet.

The cover has a magnet. Using the app mentioned above solved the problem. Will be interesting to see impact on the battery life.

Zargone said:
The cover has a magnet. Using the app mentioned above solved the problem. Will be interesting to see impact on the battery life.
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The phone may not have the sensor for the magnet to work then. Good luck with the app. It may not be too bad as it may only enable the sensor while the screen is on.

gk1984 said:
The phone may not have the sensor for the magnet to work then. Good luck with the app. It may not be too bad as it may only enable the sensor while the screen is on.
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Proximity sensor. Reducing screen on time offsets the energy cost of polling the sensor.
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