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Summary:
A method of executing the device lock/unlock features of Windows Mobile by using the gestures available in FTouchFlo v1.4.1.
Here's a sample video of it in action courtesy of kidnamedAlbert: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjPxHroy9VU
Current Status:
I've got the basics working on my device right now, and it works quite well. Beta version is now available, where I offer a choice of install methods. Since many users already have FTouchFlo and some version of the "true" HTC Cube application with my TFloCubeCtrl, then all that is needed for this is an update to version 1.2.0 of TFloControl, and an adjustment to the FTouchFlo config file. I also have a stand-alone cab installer for just FTouchFlo and the "slide 2 lock/unlock" capability. Note: there's no cube involved in this one!
Where is it?!
*NEW* CAB installer for TFloControl + FTouchFlo + config for "Slide to Lock/Unlock" with a left-right gesture now available here: http://rapidshare.com/files/128559842/TFloControl_v1.2.0___FTouchFlo_v1.4.1.cab
Be sure to check the install/usage notes in Post #4
If you've already got FTouchFlo v1.4.1 installed, and an HTC Cube using TFloCubeCtrl, then you can just download the new TFloControl.exe and FTouchFlo.config files from the attachments, and follow the directions in Post #4
What's Next?
Currently, configuration of TFloCubeCtrl is through command-line params fed by FTouchFlo. I think this could be made better, and possibly there should be a configuration app ... since all of my FTouchFlo gestures just map to calling TFloCubeCtrl anymore, which nowadays does so much more than just control the HTC Cube!
I'm currently talking with efrost about the possibility of turning TFloCubeCtrl and it's functionality into a plug-in for the newer FTouchSL application.
I wonder what other sorts of features I could build into it as additional parameters. So far I have:
Lock
{no params} - execute the device lock
home - return to the Today screen and then lock
suspend - lock, and then suspend the device
Unlock
{no params} - unlock the device
<milliseconds> - amount of delay between the simulating the left softkey, and clicking the unlock button. I added this in case different devices needed different amounts of lag time based on processor speed. 50ms seems to work quite well on my Kaiser.
Donations:
If you like what I've done, then please ... feel free to donate to me. It definitely helps in keeping me motivated to add new features and answer questions. However, if you find this function useful, you should also consider a donation to efrost ... because without FTouchFlo v1.4.1, this little project would not exist.
Props:
efrost - for making FTouchFlo!
Matt Armstrong - creator of DeviceLock, where I first saw that the unlock process could be automated
wacky.banana - for pointing out the "bug" that clued me in that unlock was possible via FTouchFlo
kidnamedAlbert - for making a video of it in action
Background
While working on a project to bring full HTC Cube finger control to non-Touch devices, I developed an application to work hand-in-hand with efrost's FTouchFlo application. In addition to being able to control the HTC Cube, I also added a few system control functions that you could map to FTouchFlo gestures. One such system control function was the ability to engage the standard device lock, with additional options for returning the display to the home screen, and also for suspending the device. I soon realized that this was a slick was to lock your device, by just sliding your finger across the screen left-to-right. However, this then still left me with the rather lame way of unlocking the device, pressing the left softkey, and then clicking on a button on the screen. I became further annoyed when attempting to unlock the screen in bright sunlight, where it's next to impossible to find the button on the screen (at least for me!).
Where is this going?
One day, I had a small revelation. Someone had previously reported a "bug" with TFloCubeCtrl, whereby you could open up the cube, even when the device was locked. I subsequently added some code to ensure that all functions were disabled if it detected that the device was locked. But while it was reported as a bug ... the indication here was that TFloCubeCtrl would receive calls from FTouchFlo even when the device was locked. I suddenly realized that this meant that I could also add functionality to TFloCubeCtrl to unlock the device, by automating the unlock procedure.
So, does it work?
In fact ... it works just the way I had hoped. Now, with the device on, but locked with the standard WinMo device lock functionality, I can swipe my finger left-to-right, and the device becomes unlocked. You don't even see the unlock screen (on my Kaiser anyway), as it's dismissed so quickly due to the automated unlock.
And why should I care?
Well, I like it because it works well for me, and solves some of the annoyances I've had in the past. Specifically, I like the HTC Home screen ... as I'm used to it's layout, and it has everything there I need. So I like to be able to lock the device with a quick action, and have it revert to the home screen upon locking. And thanks to FTouchFlo, a left-right swipe anywhere on the screen will work (no trying to hit a specific icon). Then, to unlock, just the same swipe again is all it takes. It's a simple action, and can be done anywhere on the screen as long as it's a complete swipe across the screen ... so you don't even need to look at the screen to unlock the device. And best of all, it all works *with* the standard device lock functionality ... so even if you lock with a different method (device lock on today screen), you can still "slide to unlock". Incoming calls work the same as before ... and PIN code input should also still function normally (initial tests have shown this to be true!)
Here are some thoughts I've come up with on possible features:
Specify an X,Y to simulate a mouse click after the Today screen is shown. (In order to ensure a particular tab is also displayed)
Specify a particular application to be displayed before locking, instead of the Today screen
Vibrate when the device is unlocked (DeviceLock offered this when "easy unlock" was enabled)
Specify a particular application to be displayed after unlocking
Installation / Usage Notes
General Usage Warnings -
This app requires FTouchFlo. As such, installing this will subject your device to known FTouchFlo "issues"
Once FTouchFlo is running, it cannot be stopped without a soft reset
While FTouchFlo is running, the Transcriber SIP and Screen Alignment utility cannot be used
Some programs that are "finger friendly" themselves do not work well with FTouchFlo, and should be added to the Exclusions list in FTouchFlo.config. Some common known apps are already in the list.
After a soft reset, you must manually start FTouchFlo before you can "Slide to Lock/Unlock". Alternatively, you can create a shortcut to FTouchFlo in your StartUp folder.
CAB Install Method -
Install the CAB file on your Windows Mobile device
Be sure to install to the Device (not a storage card)
Run FTouchFlo, found under Start->Programs
Perform a left-right slide gesture to lock the device
Perform the same left-right slide gesture again to unlock the device
Enjoy
File Install Method (Advanced Users Only) -
Use this method if you already have FTouchFlo installed, and/or if you have an HTC Cube install already on your device using TFloCubeCtrl
Copy TFloControl.exe into a \Program Files\TFloControl folder
Update your FTouchFlo.config file to reflect something similar to my sample
TFloControl is the new name for the app, replacing the old TFloCubeCtrl (it does more than control the cube!)
Morning Kona. I see you have decided to go public on this, which is great!
A couple of points from me:
One of the things you are going to have to watch out for , as you develop this tool, is getting the tool to work in a consistent and predictable manner with the inbuilt WM6 pin lock facility.
Because I am security conscious, I have pin lock initialise itself half an hour after locking the device either with device lock or Slide-To-Unlock (S2U2). When using S2U2 I have found that if a call comes in after pin lock is engaged, trying to answer the call can cause unpredictable results ranging from the call being successfully answered, to S2U2 to being presented with the pin lock keyboard to unlock the device before the call can be taken, to the call being dropped altogether.
This behaviour became such a pain that I dropped S2U2 altogether in order to get a consistent method of answering calls when the device is locked in this way, ie with device lock and pin lock in operation. I note this is an area you have not tested yet, hence me advising caution here.
Another point from me: I am assuming that your lock will not work unless a version of Ftouchflo is installed? If yes does that mean that people like me who have given up on Ftouchflo and the Cube will not be able to use your tool?
Final point; early days yet but have you thought of integrating your tool with the organic lock invented by someone on here?
Hope you find these points helpful. More than happy to undertake some testing for you if you let me know what is required, etc.
Cheers
WB
will this be a lot like the unlocking mechanism from wm 7 in which you have to slide a certain way so the device unlocks. A bit confused as far as function though. I am glad you are starting a new project...
I can not say how much i'm interested in such software, even though i dont pin lock my device, but i really like to lock it cause it many times make a call or opens and drains the battery without any need..
any way .. i'm waiting .. and i believe it's gonna be great
cheers
WB,
Thanks for the input. So far ... here's what I can tell you:
wacky.banana said:
One of the things you are going to have to watch out for , as you develop this tool, is getting the tool to work in a consistent and predictable manner with the inbuilt WM6 pin lock facility.
Because I am security conscious, I have pin lock initialise itself half an hour after locking the device either with device lock or Slide-To-Unlock (S2U2). When using S2U2 I have found that if a call comes in after pin lock is engaged, trying to answer the call can cause unpredictable results ranging from the call being successfully answered, to S2U2 to being presented with the pin lock keyboard to unlock the device before the call can be taken, to the call being dropped altogether.
This behavior became such a pain that I dropped S2U2 altogether in order to get a consistent method of answering calls when the device is locked in this way, ie with device lock and pin lock in operation. I note this is an area you have not tested yet, hence me advising caution here.
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Since what I've done here is devise a way to use gestures as a way to interact with the standard built-in Windows Mobile locking mechanism, we should be OK here. My initial tests are indicating that everything functions predictably when PIN locking is enabled. My unlock gesture works when the PIN is not yet enabled. And once the PIN screen appears, the unlock gesture basically doesn't do much ... and you have to enter the PIN to access the phone. Incoming calls are unaffected, as the standard WinMo "Incoming Call" screen appears, and a SoftKey press will still answer without requiring an unlock. This is where people's desire for functionality is probably going to differ.
wacky.banana said:
Another point from me: I am assuming that your lock will not work unless a version of Ftouchflo is installed? If yes does that mean that people like me who have given up on Ftouchflo and the Cube will not be able to use your tool?
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Yes ... and no. FTouchFlo is currently required, as this project is intentionally a solution to work with FTouchFlo. However, the cube is not a requirement ... it doesn't even have to be installed.
wacky.banana said:
Final point; early days yet but have you thought of integrating your tool with the organic lock invented by someone on here?
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I have downloaded Organic Lock, and will test it out. My initial thoughts ... are that it should integrate quite well with what I've done here, since it's designed to work with the built-in WinMo device locking. I'll post my results when I get to test it out.
domineus said:
will this be a lot like the unlocking mechanism from wm 7 in which you have to slide a certain way so the device unlocks. A bit confused as far as function though. I am glad you are starting a new project...
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Perhaps ... I honestly haven't seen what WM7 is offering. In a nutshell, what I've done here will allow you to use any of FTouchFlo's gestures to lock/unlock your device using the built-in WM6 device lock. Current FTouchFlo gestures are up-down, down-up, left-right, and right-left. You basically sweep your finger across the entire length of the screen in one continuous motion. It takes a bit of getting used to, but I get it to recognize my gestures about 95% of the time these days.
solomhamada said:
I can not say how much i'm interested in such software, even though i dont pin lock my device, but i really like to lock it cause it many times make a call or opens and drains the battery without any need..
any way .. i'm waiting .. and i believe it's gonna be great
cheers
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I currently don't really use the PIN lock feature myself ... but your scenario of the phone accidentally waking up and doing things unintentionally is a big reason I started using the device lock to lock my phone. But when I got annoyed with the unlock procedure, I wrote the "slide to unlock" part, which is really useful (to me). This is really more of a convenience feature that a real security measure. But it makes the device lock/unlock very easy to use. I just put it on my wife's phone, because her phone kept calling people while it was in her purse!
Slide to Answer
I just had a thought ... and tested it out. You can actually "Slide to Answer" as well, when a phone call comes in.
As is true with unlock, the softkey method still works ... however, if the device is currently locked, and a phone call comes in ... if you perform the unlock gesture, TFloCubeCtrl will try to initiate the unlock by pressing the left softkey, which in turn answers the call! It's really a side-effect in this case ... but it works! Interesting ... but it would probably be more useful if I could disable the on-screen buttons, and require either a hardware keypress, or the slide gesture.
Kona_Mtbkr said:
..... It takes a bit of getting used to, but I get it to recognize my gestures about 95% of the time these days.
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Hey Kona,
Thanks for the comprehensive response to my points. The tool looks more promising every time I hear from you.
To the point about 95% accuracy this isn't too bad and, from my experience, probably on a par with S2U2. When I was playing with TouchFlo in the early days I found you could increase the consistency of the gestures by changing the sensitivity response or whatever it was called.
When are you expecting to have a beta version of the tool out for testing then?
Cheers
WB
wacky.banana said:
Hey Kona,
Thanks for the comprehensive response to my points. The tool looks more promising every time I hear from you.
To the point about 95% accuracy this isn't too bad and, from my experience, probably on a par with S2U2. When I was playing with TouchFlo in the early days I found you could increase the consistency of the gestures by changing the sensitivity response or whatever it was called.
When are you expecting to have a beta version of the tool out for testing then?
Cheers
WB
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Yes ... changing the sensitivity settings was key for really making FTouchFlo useful. It's a balancing act between the pressure sensitivity, and the gesture delay ... which controls how long FTouchFlo waits before deciding that you're not actually doing a gesture, so it forwards the input on to the OS. It makes it a bit trickier to try to use scrollbars or to do other dragging operations (like selecting multiple items) when FTouchFlo is in use. Not sure if FTouchSL has improved on any of these items.
As for release ... we'll see how the weekend goes. It'll be easier for me to post the new app, and a sample config for those who already have FTouchFlo and an HTC Cube install with TFloCubeCtrl. But I know that isn't going to cut it ... so I'll put a "fresh install" cab together as well.
Kona,
Good idea putting an all-in-1 cab together for an easy install otherwise all you will get is a thousand questions on how to install the app and what other linked apps are required. Probably a major distraction if what you really want to know is how the user experience is progresing.
Re the sensitivity compromise, have you had a chat with Efrost as to where his latest version of Ftouchflo is now at, from a technical perspective?
This thread is now on my auto notify list, ready for your next move.
All the best.
WB
im completely interested but does this have a transparent background on the home screen like the original windows unlock screen?
if so, this if EXACTLY what im looking for.
a lock on wakeup feature would be great too.
thanks,
wacky.banana said:
Kona,
Re the sensitivity compromise, have you had a chat with Efrost as to where his latest version of Ftouchflo is now at, from a technical perspective?
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Well, I have contacted him through PM here ... and asked about the plugin architecture for FTouchSL, to see if he'd let me rebuild my TFloCtrl app as a plugin. He seemed to be receptive to the idea ... but I haven't heard much from him since. I'm pretty sure the free version of FTouchFlo isn't going to progress past v1.4.1 ... as all efforts are now on FTouchSL. It's only like $15, so I'll probably buy a copy at some point. efrost deserves our support! Of course, I was hoping he'd give me a license for developing my plugins against, and then I could buy a copy for my wife!
I need to get a bit more insight into his plugin architecture too, however. I'm not completely sure that everything that I've done so far with TFloCtrl will work in his plugin architecture. We'll have to see.
sounds lije it will be awesome...when developed of course. i am really into being able to lock my device easily and be something i can unlock without much thought or having to look at the keyboard whilst i enter an alpha-numeric code. kinda biometrics like without the fingerprint scanner. thanks for the info and i am waiting for more news.
kidnamedAlbert said:
im completely interested but does this have a transparent background on the home screen like the original windows unlock screen?
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Yes, in fact, TFloCtrl has no background ... or window at all. It's more of a windowless process, that sets the display to the Today screen, locks the device, and exits. You're left at the Today screen with a locked device. Hmm, that gives me an idea for a feature, bridging between another app I'm working on. An option to also simulate a click on the Today screen, to ensure a particular tab is selected upon locking.
kidnamedAlbert said:
if so, this if EXACTLY what im looking for.
a lock on wakeup feature would be great too.
thanks,
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Well, to put in a lock on wakeup feature would require a whole separate application. At that point, I'd almost be rebuilding armstrong's DeviceLock. You should take a look at this, as I was running it for a while for just that feature. It should work just fine with my app, because he is also using the normal built-in lock functionality. He also had an "easy unlock" feature that only required the softkey press ... but it was too "easy" for me. The swipe gesture is much less likely to occur accidentally, but still can be completed without even looking at the screen! That's the biggest benefit in my mind.
Daremo_23 said:
sounds lije it will be awesome...when developed of course. i am really into being able to lock my device easily and be something i can unlock without much thought or having to look at the keyboard whilst i enter an alpha-numeric code. kinda biometrics like without the fingerprint scanner. thanks for the info and i am waiting for more news.
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"biometrics without the scanning" ... that's a pretty good way to describe it
I think it nice, because it offers the protection from accidental button/screen presses of the device lock, but with easier unlocking ... as you said, not having to look at the screen. But in addition, I'm also hoping it'll pair well with Organic Lock, to offer the additional security that people like WB are looking for.
And as far as "developed" goes ... it's already working on my device! I'm just thinking about what features to include for a Beta 1 release ... and also I need to invest the time to put together the installation ... or else the thread will fill with "how to install?" postings. I learned my lesson last time with the TFloCubeCtrl thread.
Just an idea, stolen from the Android platform.
You could make the unlock gesture user-customizable. Maybe there could be an interface in the settings for users to "draw" their unlock gesture and practice on it. Then, if someone wants security without a password, he can use a complex gesture.
edit: That was a horrible explanation, haha, you'll get the point from this video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=arXolJrLVEg
What I am looking for is a simple auto key lock, I am not the only one!
S2U2 I have tried and found to be laggy and unstable, essentially it is overkill, as are most auto key lock programs. I want something simple!
When pressing and holding the end key the keypad locks, all i want is a program to do this automatically after a set time delay, without any fancy tricks or graphics - surely this isn't too much to ask?
I am aware that the power button can put the phone to sleep and disable the keys/screen BUT they do not stay disabled if the phone wakes up (when getting a call/message etc.). Only the key lock does this.
As an alternative, does anyone know how to call the key lock software, where is it located in the windows folder? I can try and write something to do this?
I guess you don't want the password to be activated?
If you do want the password then you can easily do this via
Settings--Personal--Lock
and just specify the time before auto-lock happens
Here are a couple of aps that might help:-
LockWithPassword -I have this little app mapped to a shortcut on my today ...so I can instantly lock when needed ... thanks to slow23 right here at XDA
LockAndOff -does what it says on the tin ...again can be set up as a shortcut, and this one locks keys & turns the screen off (with a single click on the shortcut) but does not invoke the password
Got it from here:- link
Thanks jcsxda, LockAndOff is pretty close to what i want, now if it could be set to run after a short period of activity, or on device sleep/wakeup then it would be perfect
Im looking for the same thing.
A simple auto lock just like any other phone...
S2U2 is overkill and can miss up someother app.
it is the same as the device lock today shorcut?
sorry, my phone is in my car and im too lazy
VJDeviceLock can be used to automatically lock your phone when you switch it off (actually, when you switch it on but it amounts to the same thing).
You can assign any app to launch on power on, by using the events management functions built into the OS. Eg Memory Maid will let you run apps on power on etc.
V
Thanks Vijay for the great info. shutil.dll is responsible for the device lock on windows mobile when you press the today plugin for locking.
Do you know a command to use this DLL (to put in Memory Maid) ?
Is there a rundll32.exe like on desktops or something
VJ you are a star!
Exactly what I've been looking for. A little fiddly to setup, but shouldn't be a problem for anyone unless they are a total newbie!
Now it's setup it is perfect.
Thank you very much, donation on the way!
@jrg1967
Many thanks for the donation! For various personal reasons, I went cold turkey off XDA Devs for about a year, but I'm really glad to be slowly getting back into it. It's amazing how strong this community is, internationally!
@el_lo:
Although there is an API for enabling the lock, when I tried to implement it when WM5 first came out, for VJDeviceLock, it wasn't well documented, so VJDeviceLock does something else that I can't remember now to enable the lock.
I don't believe that there is a rundll32 type app on Windows Mobile. It wouldn't be hard to make one, but then you'd still be running an external app!
I believe that VJKeyPress can also be used to enable the keylock, and there are other 3rd party apps.
HTC may well have built in some function to enable the lock through ROM based software, but for me, VJDeviceLock serves me well.
V
@VJ, you have the makings of a commercial piece of software there- it is very hard to find a simple program to do this, as the poll bias shows. You just need a user friendly settings program to deal with the command lines and make it easy to use. I am sure it would appeal across the WM community...
yeh would be great for the phone to autolock after a set period of time like other phones. ok the screen turns off after 30seconds but it doesnt lock the keys. seems strange why this feature isnt already on the phone...
Ok, I'll put this out there:
If one was developing a (possibly commercial, but cheap) auto lock app, what features would it need?
VJDeviceLock is a very old app now, but it works fine and it still surprises me that autolocking on power off is not a standard feature, so I always install it. I understand that there is a registry entry on the newer non X1 HTCs that does something similar, but anyway:
What features would you need? First, auto locking after a fixed time.
What else?
In the interest of keeping it simple, don't ask for a slide to unlock replacement, as S2U is already fabulous, if that's your thing.
Also note that if you're interested, I can entirely replace the native unlock screen with a different interface, although again, I don't propose replacing S2U. I mean something more like a HUGE unlock button.
Give me ideas.
I can do gesture based unlocks, accelerometer based locking and unlocking (assuming I can do this on the X1, I don't have one, so someone feel free to give me one and I'll come and give your package a fondle).
Note that I'm busy on other stuff, so anyone else can code this, but for simple-ish features I'm happy to start working on it. Bigger stuff will take time.
It would probably be free because I can't deal with the hassle of getting rich
V
I'm using Auto Lock (CSDEVCTRL) works like a charm
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=386451
Hey Vijay, glad to see you around!
jcsxda said:
I guess you don't want the password to be activated?
If you do want the password then you can easily do this via
Settings--Personal--Lock
and just specify the time before auto-lock happens
Here are a couple of aps that might help:-
LockWithPassword -I have this little app mapped to a shortcut on my today ...so I can instantly lock when needed ... thanks to slow23 right here at XDA
LockAndOff -does what it says on the tin ...again can be set up as a shortcut, and this one locks keys & turns the screen off (with a single click on the shortcut) but does not invoke the password
Got it from here:- link
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thanks..seems like the lock app i was looking for.
X1 is like a mini comp....anyone can mess around with it if u leave it unlocked
Hi VJ,
It's still working great! Don't make this over complicated, as you can see from the poll people want a simple solution. Now I have it setup it's working just as needed, the standard unlock screen is fine, but the setup was a pain! So, IMHO all that is required is a simple front-end allowing to choose the options, rather than having to enter a command line. More complicated solutions to this issue are already available, so keep it simple.
Options for keylock/password lock at sleep and/or after a set time interval is probably all that is required.
BTW, X1 does NOT have accelerometer.
just having the regular keylock automatically come on after x amount of seconds would do me. no fancy screensavers, passwords or swiping the screen or anything like that. i noticed on diamond tweak there was an option for the keylock to come on when the standby kicked in and the screen goes off, doesnt work on the x1 though but that feature would be ideal.
vijay555 said:
Ok, I'll put this out there:
If one was developing a (possibly commercial, but cheap) auto lock app, what features would it need?
VJDeviceLock is a very old app now, but it works fine and it still surprises me that autolocking on power off is not a standard feature, so I always install it. I understand that there is a registry entry on the newer non X1 HTCs that does something similar, but anyway:
What features would you need? First, auto locking after a fixed time.
What else?
In the interest of keeping it simple, don't ask for a slide to unlock replacement, as S2U is already fabulous, if that's your thing.
Also note that if you're interested, I can entirely replace the native unlock screen with a different interface, although again, I don't propose replacing S2U. I mean something more like a HUGE unlock button.
Give me ideas.
I can do gesture based unlocks, accelerometer based locking and unlocking (assuming I can do this on the X1, I don't have one, so someone feel free to give me one and I'll come and give your package a fondle).
Note that I'm busy on other stuff, so anyone else can code this, but for simple-ish features I'm happy to start working on it. Bigger stuff will take time.
It would probably be free because I can't deal with the hassle of getting rich
V
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you can make it very simple.assign lock software to power off button.when you display is off you phone ll be locked.this ll be lovely.thank you
Hi Vijay,
I was also trying to develop a simple autolock program. Because I couldn't find any locking program that can prevent X1BC from capturing the keys. What I need is something that kills X1BC just before locking, and re-launches it after unlocking. Currently, I am able to lock the device and kill X1BC when the display dimms, but detecting the unlock is a problem. Do you have any idea how I can detect the unlock? (My program is using the lock mechanism of QuickMenu and that is using the built-in lock).
Cheers
Hey all,
One thing I've always wanted on android is the ability to slide-unlock, THEN to enter pattern/passcode/whatever.
Is there any way to do this? I found no way to do it in CM6. I'm now running MIUI and there's no way in this ROM either.
Is there some hack or software out there that will do this that I don't know of?
Have you tried downloading Widget locker from the market? That seems to be the most popular lockscreen replacement
No, there's no trial and I can't buy stuff off the market anyways. Does this allow for unlock->pass unlock?
From the screenshots it looks like it may.
ninjai117 said:
No, there's no trial and I can't buy stuff off the market anyways. Does this allow for unlock->pass unlock?
From the screenshots it looks like it may.
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just curios why do you want to unlock your phone twice?? ocd?
Haha no, I just like having a password on my phone and the lock screen with pattern lock is fugly. I don't want to see big dots all over my screen. I was able to fix this with CM6 by making it all invisible.
I sort of want it how the iphone does it, or how my buddies android 1.6 phone does it.
ninjai117 said:
Haha no, I just like having a password on my phone and the lock screen with pattern lock is fugly. I don't want to see big dots all over my screen. I was able to fix this with CM6 by making it all invisible.
I sort of want it how the iphone does it, or how my buddies android 1.6 phone does it.
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I actually really miss this function from my G1. Haha. I don't like the invisible buttons because it just makes the screen look absolutely empty. I would love a Unlock -> Password option.
Uhm, am I missing something or isn't that how it works by default? When I have a password or pin setup, and go to unlock my phone, I get the unlock screen. Once I've swiped to unlock, then I get the password/pin prompt. The only time it doesn't behave like that is when a pattern-unlock is being used.
sknoslo said:
Uhm, am I missing something or isn't that how it works by default? When I have a password or pin setup, and go to unlock my phone, I get the unlock screen. Once I've swiped to unlock, then I get the password/pin prompt. The only time it doesn't behave like that is when a pattern-unlock is being used.
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I do believe he was talking about pattern-unlock
melder2011 said:
I actually really miss this function from my G1. Haha. I don't like the invisible buttons because it just makes the screen look absolutely empty. I would love a Unlock -> Password option.
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I was actually looking for a way to add a picture frame or somrthing similar to fill the empty space with.
Originally Posted by sknoslo View Post
Uhm, am I missing something or isn't that how it works by default? When I have a password or pin setup, and go to unlock my phone, I get the unlock screen. Once I've swiped to unlock, then I get the password/pin prompt. The only time it doesn't behave like that is when a pattern-unlock is being used.
I do believe he was talking about pattern-unlock
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Yep, I was. Makes no sense why you can't have this for pattern unlock as well!
I can't understand why anyone would want that!
It's one of the main reasons I don't like HTC sense roms - you can't get rid of the stupid unlock slider even when you have the pattern unlock enabled.
Why would I want to unlock it twice?!?
I want it because I frequently look at my phone for the time or for other various locked-screen uses, and it's aesthetically displeasing to look at it with the big bubbles all over the screen. Not to mention you lose the ability to slide to vibrate and that sorta stuff you get normally by default.
If you can't get WidgetLocker, try Simply Lockscreen. WidgetLocker looks way better, same with GoTo (but both are paid).
The fingerprint scanner is really cool and useful for some people, but I personally don't really care to have a security measure like that. That said, I prefer using the scanner as the unlocker instead of the screen unlocker.
Not sure how many people would actually want this as an option, but would it be feasible to add the option for any swipe to be accepted?
Uhm. That's what it does now. You slide your finger and it unlocks.
If you want it to do it without registering fingerprints, no you cannot do this and you wouldn't want it to, as it'd unlocked whenever something brushed against it.
I don't need the added security either, but I also prefer the fingerprint reader to unlock. The only downside is that if I need my gf to do something for me on my phone she has to use the unlock code, but that's no big deal.
I wish the phone would turn on when you swipe. that power button is damn hard to push. why is is recessed in?
perdurabo2 said:
Uhm. That's what it does now. You slide your finger and it unlocks.
If you want it to do it without registering fingerprints, no you cannot do this and you wouldn't want it to, as it'd unlocked whenever something brushed against it.
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I meant it to be a mod type option. I know it's not an option from the factory.
It wouldn't unlock every time something brushed against it because it would still require a press of the button. I honestly don't know the tech that goes into a fingerprint scanner, but it's not just a pressure sensor, so it wouldn't work with just anything touching it. It doesn't even respond if it's through cloth like a shirt, so I'd argue that the screen is more likely to unlock the phone accidentally than the fingerprint swipe would be.
I'm assuming this could be a fairly complex mod, so it's probably not worth the effort it would take. Still figured it would be worth throwing out there for anyone who might be able and willing to give it a try.
Thanks for the responses so far.
waltah! said:
I don't need the added security either, but I also prefer the fingerprint reader to unlock. The only downside is that if I need my gf to do something for me on my phone she has to use the unlock code, but that's no big deal.
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When you setup the fingerprint scanner it has you enroll your right index and your left index. Why not enroll your right index and your GF's right index?
Hah, this thread brought an idea - imagine if the fingerprint sensor could be used as a touchpad - you'd just swipe down to scroll down a browser for instance
9mmBullet said:
Hah, this thread brought an idea - imagine if the fingerprint sensor could be used as a touchpad - you'd just swipe down to scroll down a browser for instance
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Thats what I thought the OP was going to be about when I saw the title. If there was a mod for that I'd isntall it instantly.
Thats if I get the Atrix of course.
Use a launcher like Any Cut to start com.authentec...NavigationConfiguration.
Emulation: trackball. Rotation: eALT180. NAV Mode: Enable.
Have fun.
New life in an old thread...thx for ealt180 tip!
Sent from my CM7'd, oc'd/uv'd (M)Atrix 3.5G
secretlevel said:
Use a launcher like Any Cut to start com.authentec...NavigationConfiguration.
Emulation: trackball. Rotation: eALT180. NAV Mode: Enable.
Have fun.
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Nice tip, thanks a lot.
Gesendet von meinem MB860 mit Tapatalk
can someone guide me a little? tried to do it but failed right away. already installed anycut, found the app on Activity, selected it but then what? cause it auto closes after i open it.
fixed!
old android 1.6 and earlier had by default screen unlock by just pressing a button (g1 has menu button). android still has that function but its disabled, perhaps it can be assigned to the "trackball"?
Love the fingerprint unlock locked-screen feature. However, it has it's drawbacks. Can only be activated via - PIN lock. How you set up a pin,and after that it gives you the option to use fingerprint as well.
My question is : how do i use fingerprint only!? No more pin just the finger.
Best part about fingerprint is that you don't have to use the physical button. if the screen is off / locked just hold finger and it opens.
Also. I am now using Action Launcher 3. Super launcher. But it does not allow the function to unlock via fingerprint. Does anybody know if this works ? Where is the setting ?
The pin is used to unlock your sim card, the fingerprint is used to unlock your phone's system. If you don't want any pin code, you can either remove the sim card (well, it will probably be a little bit annoying when you want to call someone ^^), or set the pin code to blank. I don't even know if this is possible, actually.
As phones usually ask pin code before system unlock (fingerprint or other), you probably cannot have a third app that would allow to use fingerprint as pin, as it would have to start before the system. Unless I miss an idea, I think you can't do what you ask.
Figured that it has an automated backup just in case the finger is not recognized . You either get the pin or the pattern. Never just the fingerprint. There is no way around this.
Another question: how do i get the list of apps to go in one single page. Right now With ZenUI launcher there are a few pages. Action launcher 3 has one page (option). ..Is there any way to do this with ZenUI ? I got back to the default launcher from Asus cuz of the fingerprint. it's kinda cool to have it. Even tho Action Launcher 3 is amazing.
What's the problem with Action Launcher? I'm using it with fingerprint unlock and it works just fine.
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Figured that it has an automated backup just in case the finger is not recognized . You either get the pin or the pattern. Never just the fingerprint. There is no way around this.
Another question: how do i get the list of apps to go in one single page. Right now With ZenUI launcher there are a few pages. Action launcher 3 has one page (option). ..Is there any way to do this with ZenUI ? I got back to the default launcher from Asus cuz of the fingerprint. it's kinda cool to have it. Even tho Action Launcher 3 is amazing.
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Just press the 3 dots at the top-right of your screen when opening the app drawer. then choose smart folder. hope it helps
catalinrcd said:
Love the fingerprint unlock locked-screen feature. However, it has it's drawbacks. Can only be activated via - PIN lock. How you set up a pin,and after that it gives you the option to use fingerprint as well.
My question is : how do i use fingerprint only!? No more pin just the finger.
Best part about fingerprint is that you don't have to use the physical button. if the screen is off / locked just hold finger and it opens.
Also. I am now using Action Launcher 3. Super launcher. But it does not allow the function to unlock via fingerprint. Does anybody know if this works ? Where is the setting ?
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Clearly you only assumed things only from the setup screen.
OF COURSE in this phone we only use our fingerprint to unlock the screen. No buttons, No pins, No pattern.
If, that is IF, the phone can't recognize your fingerprint for 5 times in a row (because of wet finger, wrong position, dirty etc) it will then requires a pin or pattern unlock. This is why the setup ask you for your pin/pattern first.