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!
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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.
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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"?
Is there any tweak/mod/app/whatever that allows me to register more than three fingerprints? i know about the fact that you can use different fingers while registering one, but i'm wondering if there's any other way?
I'm also interested in this feature. (subbed)
If you can register all 8 fingers and both thumbs using the 3 available, why would you need more? Toes?
bolme123 said:
Is there any tweak/mod/app/whatever that allows me to register more than three fingerprints? i know about the fact that you can use different fingers while registering one, but i'm wondering if there's any other way?
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You can register 3x8 = 24 fingerprints. Hands, feet, and 4 left
Just swipe more than one finger in 8 step queue and it will work.
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If you can register all 8 fingers and both thumbs using the 3 available, why would you need more? Toes?
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well, you see. The S5 is alot easier to open with a finger that have been registered 24 times, than a finger registered one time
Bump.
Hello Guys,
I found a way to have a seamless experience with the OP2 fingerprint sensor. When adding a new fingerprint always ensure that you touch the sensor in all directions with both the thumbs. This way you will be able to unlock the phone via both your thumbs. Hope this helps.
Cheers.
you could always just add a second valid fingerprint with your other thumb...
Jurai said:
you could always just add a second valid fingerprint with your other thumb...
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OP's way is actually better, the reader gets slower when it has to scan for multiple fingers.
hi all,
i have the lock screen widget app and i saw that when i locked the screen with it i ooen the screen with the finger print and that i need to di the pattern(in my case),i tried other app's and it is the same way...do you know about an app that close the screen exactly like at the buttom and that i can open it only with the finger print?
thank you
I7210I said:
hi all,
i have the lock screen widget app and i saw that when i locked the screen with it i ooen the screen with the finger print and that i need to di the pattern(in my case),i tried other app's and it is the same way...do you know about an app that close the screen exactly like at the buttom and that i can open it only with the finger print?
thank you
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Did you try using a pin? It's only used after a reboot.
i don't think it is something with the way you lock it cause if i lock the screen with the buttom i can open it after with only the finger print so it is something with the locking way
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Hi I was wondering about the finger print scanner on a s7 edge my question is let's say I can't use my phone for some reason but I need to open it you need to open the phone by placing your finger over the home screen button well let's say I'm not there but my partner is could they register there finger print as well so they can open my phone also is this possible
Bigdeano said:
Hi I was wondering about the finger print scanner on a s7 edge my question is let's say I can't use my phone for some reason but I need to open it you need to open the phone by placing your finger over the home screen button well let's say I'm not there but my partner is could they register there finger print as well so they can open my phone also is this possible
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If you register his/her fingerprint in your phone, they can unlock your phone for you. I let my wife register her finger into all of my phones just in case.
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