Anyone want to patent this? Smart wake.

[shazzam]

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A proximity sensor on the back to automatically wake the device when it is in your hand. You're welcome.

 

[gnasher729]

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A proximity sensor on the back to automatically wake the device when it is in your hand. You're welcome.

Can't be patented. There is prior art. Someone posted it on MacRumors, where everyone can read it.

 

[xUKHCx]

Plus it would have to work out when it is in your hand and not say resting on a table, or in your pocket.

 

[Compile 'em all]

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A proximity sensor on the back to automatically wake the device when it is in your hand. You're welcome.

Many people hold their phones in their hands while walking around. Also,how will you solve the problem that you just locked the phone while it is still in your hand?

A cooler way would be using the combination of the accelerometer, gyro, and ambient light sensor to determine if you are pulling the phone out of your pocket. You're welcome.

 

[Fliesen]

Plus it would have to work out when it is in your hand and not say resting on a table, or in your pocket.

what?
don't you carry your phone around dangling from a string or keep it in a constant state of levitation?
jeesh!

 

[vincenz]

Best write a letter, OP.