The iPhone 4's proximity sensor has caused nothing but trouble, but will the one in the iPhone 5 be any better? SW-Box say they have the iPhone 5 proximity sensor. I don't really have the technological background to pick apart if this is legit, but here's how SW-Box is describing … [Read more...]
Some nosing about in the iOS 4.3 beta by Portuguese blog do iPhone has unearthed a potential new feature for the next iPad: a proximity sensor. A new setting would automatically lock or unlock your iPad when you close or open the case around it. It's rather cunning when you think about it, the … [Read more...]
Based on comments by you, our wonderful readers, there were three major issues in iOS 4.0.x The proximity sensor was completely out of whack, and would regularly lead you to hanging up or muting people accidentally. There was a major drop in quality with Bluetooth headset connections The … [Read more...]
The iPhone 4's proximity sensor is nothing but trouble. You told us, we listened, and Apple has promised that a software fix is in the works. Unfortunately, it's not ready yet. The Sydney Morning Herald contacted an Apple spokesperson about the issue, who "acknowledged the company had yet to fix the … [Read more...]
iOS 4.1 Beta 2 dropped last night, and we immediately wanted to know if it fixed the proximity sensor issue, which is a major complaint with iPhone 4. So, has it fixed the issue? Answers are muddled. On the yes side: Cult of Mac, 9 to 5 Mac, Gizmodo The nays: MacRumors, Commenter … [Read more...]
While wrapping up today's press conference, Jobs wrapped up with two points: They're aware of the proximity sensor problem, and it will be fixed in the next software update. The white iPhone 4 will be shipping the end of July Come July 30, the iPhone 4 will be shipping of to 17 more … [Read more...]
What's possibly the biggest issue with the iPhone 4 is how the proximity sensor doesn't activate at the right distance, causing accidental muting, speakerphone, hanging up, and a bevy of other troubles. TUAW talked to an Apple Genius about the problem, and heard an answer that just might be the most … [Read more...]
AppleInsider is reporting a rumor that Apple is pushing through an iOS update at full speed, which will hopefully fix the reception issue that comes from holding the iPhone in the wrong way. The fix would arrive early next week (maybe as soon as Monday) in the form of iOS 4.01, as was discussed in a … [Read more...]
Two threads have popped up in our forums, with people noting that the iPhone 4 proximity sensor turns on the screen too easily, which means buttons are pressed with your face, and accidental hangups. Here are what a few people are saying: Eninety2: They moved it from the 3GS and it's not acting … [Read more...]
