So I got my Nexus 5 about 2-3 months ago. I must say it's the best phone I ever had, and i had them all from HTC to Samsung to Xiaomi etc. Nothing compares to Nexus.
Anyway, I found the first thing I don't like about it.
A few weeks ago kept noticing my phone pocket dials, so I enabled pattern lock. No more issues.
After that, yesterday, I was very curious if I am the only one with this issue. So my friend has a G2, which is pretty similar from what I understands.
If I wake the screen, put my phone in my pcket and try to unlock it over the clothes, I can do it super easy.
However, the G2 does not reach to this and my friend doesn't need a pattern unlock.
Is there a way this can be fixed so i don't have to use pattern? I don't like it. Thank you!
This never happend to me. In fact, I don't think it's possible due the fact the touchscreen only registers 'heat' touches(like your fingers).
Try to put a bit of your jeans over your fingers and try to see if the touchscreen responds.
Or you can set-up a harder pin/pattern lock.
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Maybe not a proper solution but I have a Nillkin case on mine. Its fairly thin so doesn't make the phone bulky but the buttons are now slightly recessed so I don't push them by mistake. I don't use a screen lock at all most of the time.
I have the same problem, and I also opened the topic here about it a while ago.
I also set up a pattern for unlocking, and it somewhat helps. However, sometimes I see that emergency call dialer is opened when I pick up a phone from my pocket, so the problem still persist. Weird though, I never had similar problems with other touch phones that I had.
Some roms like CM do have an option to prevent accidental wakeups. It uses the proximity sensor to check if the phone is placed in the pocket.
I had the same problem,
To prevent this, I made a tasker pofile I can send you.
It checks if the proximity sensor detects anything on unlock, then relocks the phone immediately and vibrates for a second to let know something happened.
Never had any unwanted unlocks since
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failly said:
This never happend to me. In fact, I don't think it's possible due the fact the touchscreen only registers 'heat' touches(like your fingers).
Try to put a bit of your jeans over your fingers and try to see if the touchscreen responds.
Or you can set-up a harder pin/pattern lock.
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The digitiser registers electrical disturbances in its field. This can be caused by any part of the human body no matter what temperature.
It can even be done through thin fabrics. Maybe OP has jeans with very thin inside pockets.
Anyway, there is no way you could easily restrict the distance the field can "project" from the digitiser.
Bonusbartus said:
I had the same problem,
To prevent this, I made a tasker pofile I can send you.
It checks if the proximity sensor detects anything on unlock, then relocks the phone immediately and vibrates for a second to let know something happened.
Never had any unwanted unlocks since
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If you could share it, it would be great.
Thanks!
rootSU said:
The digitiser registers electrical disturbances in its field. This can be caused by any part of the human body no matter what temperature.
It can even be done through thin fabrics. Maybe OP has jeans with very thin inside pockets.
Anyway, there is no way you could easily restrict the distance the field can "project" from the digitiser.
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Aha! Thanks for the info. The more you know
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Allright, so i just used my covers, which aren't very thin, and i managed to unlock my phone using screen pattern lol. I just had to press just a little harder and it registered the touch. Weird. I don't mind using the pattern unlock but still ..
I will try that, i was thinking about a case which makes it a lil harder to wake the screen. Thx !
Maybe there's a hole in your pocket and your penis is doing some slide to wake action! ?
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Dzontra.nikola said:
If you could share it, it would be great.
Thanks!
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Sure, here it is, works perfectly for me
Never even once have I accidentally pressed the power button while my phone was in my pocket. Stop wearing tight pants, problem solved.
Lethargy said:
Never even once have I accidentally pressed the power button while my phone was in my pocket. Stop wearing tight pants, problem solved.
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I don't wear tight pants, I notice this mostly while cycling body temperature and humidity probably play a role
I had this issue with my S3. I think pin or pattern lock are the only way, but it hits your emergency dialer, too. Hopefully, that tasker profile going to the prox sensor too will work. I don't think there is a way around this as the screens are sensitive. I usually have mine in my jacket pocket, but when I use my pants I can come across things like this. Not really sure we can know why, can't be in the pocket at the same time.
Could be a dodgy power button, I'm going a through a similar process where minimal pressure on the button makes it turn the screen off, hard resets or the power menu appears. I don't want to RMA because I'll only get a refurb which could have more serious issues.
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Could be a dodgy power button, I'm going a through a similar process where minimal pressure on the button makes it turn the screen off, hard resets or the power menu appears. I don't want to RMA because I'll only get a refurb which could have more serious issues.
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Refurbs undergo the same quality control as their new devices.
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Refurbs undergo the same quality control as their new devices.
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Ah really? Thanks
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Ah really? Thanks
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Yeah so you should be good. Also they send you the device first so you get to look at it before sending yours back.
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I got my screen slightly damaged when I forgot my phone in its pouch on a retractable couch and got the couch closed on the device.
When I pulled the phone outta the pouch, turned it on, I see a little dark spot only seen when white background
No scratch, no nothing. I don't know what could have happened!! I tried resetting, turned the backlight to the brightest, none helped!!
Any luck it could go back to normal?
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Most of the time, something in the screen caused by physical damage is irreversible. Certain pressure points can disappear over time, but if you've reset the phone a few times it might not. With the quality control problems HTC has had, I'd try to return it under warranty if I were you. How long have you had it?
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Most of the time, something in the screen caused by physical damage is irreversible. Certain pressure points can disappear over time, but if you've reset the phone a few times it might not. With the quality control problems HTC has had, I'd try to return it under warranty if I were you. How long have you had it?
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... over two months now!!
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... over two months now!!
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Yikes, you might have a tough time playing the "I didn't notice it" card if it's over 2 months. Regardless, you could call up HTC and see if they can do anything for you, worst case scenario you get turned away, best case scenario you get a new screen.
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Yikes, you might have a tough time playing the "I didn't notice it" card if it's over 2 months. Regardless, you could call up HTC and see if they can do anything for you, worst case scenario you get turned away, best case scenario you get a new screen.
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...okay. if no phone @ all, tough luck for me. However, I am kinda guy either all new or none
Anyone else having issues with screen locking with the VZW version? Even when I push the power button at the top my screen comes back on in the holster.
Apparently (a Sprint owner can confirm) the Sprint version has "long press end key" built in to lock the device. I noticed that if I locked the device while using TFLO3D it would somehow get unlocked without me manually doing it.
Anyone else having same issue?
I am installing S2U2 now ... will report back
Also I downloaded LockMeLite
I have the VZW TP2 and have had the same problem, usually when I would slide it into my side pouch. It's annoying.
I would rather have it lock automatically then unlock. I think there might be something built in to it that if the proximity sensor and buttons are pressed that it auto locks. Even though at times I get annoyed that I have to unlock it, I would rather that happen then pocket dial someone...
i have not confirmed this but i think that if u have a magnetic holster, than the magnet is active like the switch that turns ur phone from portraight to landscape when u slide out the keyboard. when u put the phone in the case it passes the magnet and thinks that u just opened the keyboard
@joeyc
I have seen blackberries and model-specific holsters which do that, but I believe something else here is to blame. I have noticed this issue in my pocket, and unless parts of my anatomy are magnetic, I would have to assume something else is going on.
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i have not confirmed this but i think that if u have a magnetic holster, than the magnet is active like the switch that turns ur phone from portraight to landscape when u slide out the keyboard. when u put the phone in the case it passes the magnet and thinks that u just opened the keyboard
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Yeah it does change the orientation of the screen as well so you could be right.
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@joeyc
I have seen blackberries and model-specific holsters which do that, but I believe something else here is to blame. I have noticed this issue in my pocket, and unless parts of my anatomy are magnetic, I would have to assume something else is going on.
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Yep, i was shoving it into a Blackberry holster. (until my orderd one gets here)..lol...so yeah, something definitely is going on.
i could just wave my phone infront of my case and the screen will turn on along with the orientation changing
So, is this specific to BB case which use to magnet to turn off screen when holstered (very smart), or is this an issue with all magnetic closure cases???
I haven't even found a TP2 CDMA belt case without a magnetic closure.
its an issue with all magnetic cases
From looking at other forums like ppcgeeks and others it appears that most everyone is using something like S2U2
With S2U2 installed I have no issues with my magnetic case
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From looking at other forums like ppcgeeks and others it appears that most everyone is using something like S2U2
With S2U2 installed I have no issues with my magnetic case
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S2U2 it is!
question for all of you people who have recently started using S2U2...have u noticed a significant dranage in memory or battery..the reason im asking this is bc ive always used S2U2 so i havent had a chance to notice...im trying to find ways to extend my battery life bc its horrible on the newer devices
Just make sure every option in S2U2 is turned off.
Don't enable any of the options or features. Use it purely as a lock tool.
thats really all i use it as...i dont use the caller id,appts,s2p, or anything like that...will that help to increase my battery life and memory??? also, is there any other way to increase my battery life????
Is there anyway to default to S2U2 for the lock instead of the one that's on there now?
Magnetic Cases is the problem
I first had this issue on the 6800 and it turned out to be the magnetic case. The phone has a sensor looking for a change in a magnetic field- this happens every time you take out your stylus, and so the screen turns on.
The light-powered magnet used for keeping the leather hip cases closed interferes with the sensors on the phone and cause some odd, undesirable results... I prefer to play it safe and stay away from anything magnetic on a phone this complex.
Just my 2 cents...
as far as cases themselves go, i had issues like all have described in finding the right case that wouldn't do this. The HTC branded case has more room within its pouch so it doesn't effect the screen or buttons, it's magnetic and works fine. Just figured i'd lend an alternate solution besides hardware tweeks. hope this helps
My screen is a bit elevated close of sim card slot, they pass of the border of bezel, it's 'normal'?
I can feel the glass in this corner, different from all others corners.
Ty.
Glue, was the glue!
Heat and press the screen.
Tyvm ldriod!
I noticed this for the first time on mine yesterday.
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I noticed this also...I have another P6800 and it wasn't as pronounced.
I applied some pressure to that side and it seemed to make some difference...
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I noticed this also...I have another P6800 and it wasn't as pronounced.
I applied some pressure to that side and it seemed to make some difference...
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I applied too but they didn't lowered...and I don't have a Sim card inside...
The border is good to put they face down and don't scratch the screen, but with this protuberance this isn't good.
I thought mine was with issue.
Ty all!
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I applied too but they didn't lowered...and I don't have a Sim card inside...
The border is good to put they face down and don't scratch the screen, but with this protuberance this isn't good.
I thought mine was with issue.
Ty all!
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Would you say this is a screen separation issue like with the nexus 7?
I've heard people try the clamping method where they clamp the elevated side then left some movie or app playing that heats up the unit so that the glue can re-flow...might try that.
Its near flat on my other unit, so this makes me wonder if this issue is on all units?
http://therealtonystark.blogspot.ca/2012/07/google-nexus-screen-separation-fix.html
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Would you say this is a screen separation issue like with the nexus 7?
I've heard people try the clamping method where they clamp the elevated side then left some movie or app playing that heats up the unit so that the glue can re-flow...might try that.
Its near flat on my other unit, so this makes me wonder if this issue is on all units?
http://therealtonystark.blogspot.ca/2012/07/google-nexus-screen-separation-fix.html
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Wow it's true! Was the glue!!
I leave they inside the case and running NFSMW, they gone to 42c, I pressed the screen many times, while hot, and they gone down!!
When I pressed screen before heat, the screen make litle crack sounds, plastic sound, every time, now after head, they don't make sounds and the screen is perfect.
Tyvm!
Awesome!
Edwrib said:
Wow it's true! Was the glue!!
I leave they inside the case and running NFSMW, they gone to 42c, I pressed the screen many times, while hot, and they gone down!!
When I pressed screen before heat, the screen make litle crack sounds, plastic sound, every time, now after head, they don't make sounds and the screen is perfect.
Tyvm!
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Awesome, hopefully this works for others aswell, I have to try myself now lol.
Thanks for the thank you
I don't think it is ROM related so I how this is the right place to post. I noticed last night while reading using the kindle app my screen was smudged. I used my cleaning cloth and noticed a darkish smudge under the glass. I wiped a bit more and it would not go away. I pressed the home button and went back to my book and it was gone. I experimented and found it happens on a white screen with moderate to light pressure but when i change the screen it goes away. Has any one else encountered this our did I ruin my screen somehow. I'm pretty careful with it either storing it connected to the dock and/or in my padded sleeve I bought for it. In case it matters, I'm on the latest and greatest CROMI w/ 240 DPI US. Thanks everyone. If more details are needed I have no problem providing. I don't make a lot of posts like this so I hope I was descriptive enough and followed all protocols. I don't believe it was dropped or mishandled.
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I saw a similar effect once, but only with more than light pressure when cleaning. After this scary experience I am now extra careful not to press too hard when cleaning the display.
You mean the blotches that appear when you press any screen apart from the old TFT's?
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You mean the blotches that appear when you press any screen apart from the old TFT's?
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Those usually go away automatically after a second or so. This effect goes only away by a content change, which was previously unknown to me.
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Those usually go away automatically after a second or so. This effect goes only away by a content change, which was previously unknown to me.
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That is certainly odd. I can see this hapening on an E-Ink device, but not an LCD
I've seen this too -- it looks a bit like there a drop of liquid under the glass of the display. The first time I saw it was when cleaning the screen and not keeping to the instructions, spraying some cleaning stuff right onto the display. No need to elaborate on the shock. I do not worry too much about it, though. It would be prudent, obviously, to take care when pressing on the screen -- you do not need to press that hard, anyway.
I recently bought a Galaxy Note Pro, and have a weird issue. The screen keeps turning off (just like if I had pressed the power button) for no apparent reason. Has anyone else else encountered this?
I have an inkling that it may be due to false detection of my book cover closing, but I cannot find a way to turn this detection off.
Some book covers will trigger magnet sensor when the cover is flipped to the back of the tablet. There's no way that I know of to turn off the feature entirely.
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Yeah, I have that issue, mainly caused when the cover is folded back and I lie the tablet flat.
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Some book covers will trigger magnet sensor when the cover is flipped to the back of the tablet. There's no way that I know of to turn off the feature entirely.
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Isn't that the way you're supposed to use the book covers? It would seem that this is a huge design flaw.
edit: "Good" to hear that I'm not the only one with this problem. Not so great if there is no fix for it, though.
So which book cover is doing this? My WAWO Smart Fold Shell (which is also sold under various other brand names) does not exhibit this behavior.
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So which book cover is doing this? My WAWO Smart Fold Shell (which is also sold under various other brand names) does not exhibit this behavior.
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The official Samsung book cover, http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-tab-accessories/EF-BP900BBEGUJ.
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I recently bought a Galaxy Note Pro, and have a weird issue. The screen keeps turning off (just like if I had pressed the power button) for no apparent reason. Has anyone else else encountered this?
I have an inkling that it may be due to false detection of my book cover closing, but I cannot find a way to turn this detection off.
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if you are rooted i believe there is an xposed module which will turn this feature off. and also under general, accessary settings- i believe there is a setting..
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if you are rooted i believe there is an xposed module which will turn this feature off. and also under general, accessary settings- i believe there is a setting..
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I haven't rooted it, and I'd rather not. There are some settings under General -> Accessory that pertain to book covers, but nothing like disabling the detection.
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There are some settings under General -> Accessory that pertain to book covers, but nothing like disabling the detection.
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I dont have mine in front of me but i think all you have to do is either check or uncheck this setting.....
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I dont have mine in front of me but i think all you have to do is either check or uncheck this setting.....
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These are the available settings.
FWIW I tried the Xposed module called MagnetOff (currently version 1.6 dated 3/12/2014) and disabling magnet has no effect on smartcover usage on the 12.2 .
I don't see magnet settings in Wanam so I'm not sure what other module to try.
I'm just thankful that I don't have this issue with my case.
Has anyone tried to physically remove the magnet from a book cover? I think I may have identified where the magnet that is used for detection is located, but I'm sort of apprehensive about trying to dig it out without destroying the cover.
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Has anyone tried to physically remove the magnet from a book cover? I think I may have identified where the magnet that is used for detection is located, but I'm sort of apprehensive about trying to dig it out without destroying the cover.
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I had a Note 10 2014 for testing some weeks ago, basically the same cover for it without any problems (Ivso slim cover), so I basically wonder what problem the Note 12.2 actually has with the cover.
In your case, does it coincide with your hardware buttons (menu, middle, menu button) not being responsive anymore? Once I remove the case from the lower back a bit, they are working again.
Thanks in advance
Froschfinger
Froschfinger said:
I had a Note 10 2014 for testing some weeks ago, basically the same cover for it without any problems (Ivso slim cover), so I basically wonder what problem the Note 12.2 actually has with the cover.
In your case, does it coincide with your hardware buttons (menu, middle, menu button) not being responsive anymore? Once I remove the case from the lower back a bit, they are working again.
Thanks in advance
Froschfinger
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Yes, sometimes they stop working, but I don't think it always happens.
I realized its the book cover from samsung too. When its laid flat its cause lots of problem the screen will turn off and the tablet will remain unresponsive even if u turn the screen back on with power button. Haiz alot of problems encountered just in a week of using this tablet. Spent quite an amount of money on this device but its giving me so much trouble. After I realized its the book cover. I never laid it flat with the flap behind the tablet anymore. But when I using it in a "stand-mode" while watching a youtube video it happened again I downloaded apps that keep screens on, but they aren't working either. The screen will randomly turn off when I am watching the videos.
I too have the same issue. I try using it without the case for a bit to see how it does but without the case I feel pretty nervous using it.
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It's unfortunate that a Samsung branded case is causing the issue. The generic case that I'm using doesn't do these things.
It does appear to be the Samsung case. I've been using my Logitech case for the past couple hours and I cannot get the screen to turn off on its own at all. A quick change back to the Samsung case and within 2 minutes the screen went blank.
VERY pathetic Samsung.
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It does appear to be the Samsung case. I've been using my Logitech case for the past couple hours and I cannot get the screen to turn off on its own at all. A quick change back to the Samsung case and within 2 minutes the screen went blank.
VERY pathetic Samsung.
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Mine never did it until this week. Strange. And only When I hold it a certain way
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Mine never did it until this week. Strange. And only When I hold it a certain way
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Worst part is, I almost took the Pro back due to it just shutting off or becoming unresponsive. I've had zero issues since changing cases, but when I put the Samsung case back on all the issues come back. I have 2 cheap cases with the magnets in them and neither gives my Note issues.
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