Many Android users experience issues with their proximity sensor, especially after screen replacements. This can lead to annoying false positives, triggering the phone to think it's in a pocket when it's not.
A solution to this problem is a dedicated Pocket Mode toggle, allowing users to disable the proximity sensor check for specific events. This feature is already implemented in popular custom ROMs like LineageOS and AOSPA, offering a granular level of control. Users can choose to decouple the proximity sensor check from functions like lift-to-wake and touch-to-wake, ensuring a more personalized and reliable user experience.
This feature offers several benefits:
- Reduced False Triggers: Say goodbye to accidental pocket calls and screen shutdowns.
- Improved Convenience: Maintain seamless functionality for features like lift-to-wake and touch-to-wake even with a faulty proximity sensor.
- Increased Device Longevity: Reduce wear and tear on your proximity sensor by avoiding unnecessary activations.
We urge developers to consider implementing this user-friendly feature in more mainstream Android devices. Enabling users to customize their proximity sensor behavior will lead to a more enjoyable and frustration-free mobile experience.
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