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Taking photos when locked?

Before I got my arc, I had an LG Optimus Seven and with it it was possible to take photos, when the device was locked (screen off).
It was easier to take pictures when I had dirty hands or wearing bandages...
I find it ugly to unlock the device to take photos...!
Hope someone can help or write an tool for this...
Thanks in advance!
Gerome
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hello--i made the exact same move (from optimus 7).
i think the locked mode to camera is a wp7 feature and not available to andriod w/o hacks.

I'd love to be able to take pics, without unlocking the phone. Maybe someone can make an app that opens the camera when long-pressing the camera button and then when you push the back button or turn off the phone, it would go back to being locked. Hope this is possible.

Harboe said:
I'd love to be able to take pics, without unlocking the phone. Maybe someone can make an app that opens the camera when long-pressing the camera button and then when you push the back button or turn off the phone, it would go back to being locked. Hope this is possible.
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Then someone would request saying that every time the camera switch on by itself in the pocket or handbag . LOL.

Widgetlocker lockscreen. It allows you to make a second lock to whatever you want (so photo if you want )
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prathaban said:
Then someone would request saying that every time the camera switch on by itself in the pocket or handbag . LOL.
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The button is so small and hard to press, I do not think anyone can experience this...
On my old phone it did not happen either.
The button has also 2 pressure points, to take first the focus and than the picture.
Custom Rom developers grant me this wish!
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Harboe said:
I'd love to be able to take pics, without unlocking the phone. Maybe someone can make an app that opens the camera when long-pressing the camera button and then when you push the back button or turn off the phone, it would go back to being locked. Hope this is possible.
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That's the spirit!
Do anyone know that? :-/
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Thought this thread was gonna be about something completely different reading the thread title
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No clues here brought me to change the arc with the galaxy2.
When I have an phone with a shutter, which is only useful, when in the camera apply and unlocked, I don't really need this anymore.
Sony, you had your chance after the first xperia and you miss it!
The G2 has a lot more power, a Frontcam, much internal storage (apps2sd and then the sd is broken?!) And so on...
With the G2 its possible to activate the camera with the homebutton long pressed and than take photos with the power button.
I thought someone can program this too for the arc, but nobody here seems to be interested in using that small 2 presszones shutterbutton wisely...
That was the reason for me to buy the arc...
All new androids had no camerabuttons!
What was yours?
Sony Fans?
Or do they trick and blend you like me?
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[Q] Disable Capacitive Buttons (Q)

Hello Brochachos from all over the world! I was wondering if there was any way to turn off capacitive buttons fully and just use the on-screen soft keys? That would be awesome. Thank you for your insight and help on this fellow xda members! <3 kse91holydiver

kse91holydiver said:
Hello Brochachos from all over the world! I was wondering if there was any way to turn off capacitive buttons fully and just use the on-screen soft keys? That would be awesome. Thank you for your insight and help on this fellow xda members! <3 kse91holydiver
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I had a mod for the nexus s that disabled the keys, I could adapt it to this phone probably. Using cm9 i'm guessing?

No, actually I'm using AOKP, does that change the difficulty in adapting it?

NVM I looked at your mod and adapted it myself, no flash zip necessary. For anyone else who wants to know you delete the text in /system/usr/keylayout/sec_touchkey.kl and then save changes in a root explorer app.

Is there any trick to turning the lights off on cm9?
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Yeah I don't want to completely disable the keys themselves, I just want to turn the annoying, battery-wasting backlight off. The CM9 setting to do so does not work.

webran61 said:
Yeah I don't want to completely disable the keys themselves, I just want to turn the annoying, battery-wasting backlight off. The CM9 setting to do so does not work.
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I want to know this too.

This was made by T.C.P. But I use it on CM9 Codename and AOKP. Turns off the lights but they still work. Flash in recovery and enjoy.
http://db.tt/clMO98XH
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Qwallace70129 said:
This was made by T.C.P. But I use it on CM9 Codename and AOKP. Turns off the lights but they still work. Flash in recovery and enjoy.
http://db.tt/clMO98XH
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Could I just push this file somewhere in the system? What's the path?

phatmanxxl said:
Could I just push this file somewhere in the system? What's the path?
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/system/lib/hw/
Push it there and reboot
Some ICS roms like codename have a "lights.sph-d710.so" file so push the the lights.exynos4.so and delete the d710 one then reboot (if that's the case).

batting1000 said:
/system/lib/hw/
Push it there and reboot
Some ICS roms like codename have a "lights.sph-d710.so" file so push the the lights.exynos4.so and delete the d710 one then reboot (if that's the case).
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Yea I just read the script and did that thanks. It works.

Qwallace70129 said:
This was made by T.C.P. But I use it on CM9 Codename and AOKP. Turns off the lights but they still work. Flash in recovery and enjoy.
http://db.tt/clMO98XH
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It seems once the d710 file is deleted the brigbtness goes crazy and the widget for brightness stops working, anyone else?
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TeamERA said:
It seems once the d710 file is deleted the brigbtness goes crazy and the widget for brightness stops working, anyone else?
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That's why I said make sure you add the lights.exynos4.so after you delete the d710 file and then reboot.

Don't forget to set permissions before your reboot.

Why would you ever want on screen buttons instead. Phone screens are small as is, and youre choosing to use a portion of it to be dedicated to buttons you already have? Not to mention theyre not as responsive as capacitive buttons and theyre bound to get in the way sooo much more. I think its the worst part of ics, and Ill be dissapointed if the s3 ships without capacitive buttons, even if it does make ot look cooler. And the removal of search and menu is downright retarded

The .so file does indeed work. Thanks so much for the workaround.
Also on the general subject I would much prefer fewer buttons on my mobile device. My HP laptop has capacitive buttons and they are the cause of many headaches. Even the menu button on my E4GT sporadically activates on its own from time to time. Google did it right with ICS and the Galaxy Nexus. The keys are there only when you need them and auto-hide when you don't meaning the screen real-estate is not as much of an issue as one might think.
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webran61 said:
The .so file does indeed work. Thanks so much for the workaround.
Also on the general subject I would much prefer fewer buttons on my mobile device. My HP laptop has capacitive buttons and they are the cause of many headaches. Even the menu button on my E4GT sporadically activates on its own from time to time. Google did it right with ICS and the Galaxy Nexus. The keys are there only when you need them and auto-hide when you don't meaning the screen real-estate is not as much of an issue as one might think.
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If they dissapear its rare. And that portion of the screen is blacked out anyways. Ive never had an issue with my capacitive buttons.

webran61 said:
Yeah I don't want to completely disable the keys themselves, I just want to turn the annoying, battery-wasting backlight off. The CM9 setting to do so does not work.
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Have you tried RootDim, in lock mode?

MultiLockOn said:
Why would you ever want on screen buttons instead.
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I am trying to do it because my hardware buttons randomly press themselves making the phone difficult to use. I get where you are coming from though.

I'm searching around trying to fix my phantom search button issue but don't want to flash a different rom or start a new thread... I'm rooted with framaroot (great system, so easy to do), have busy box, root browser- virgin mobile S2 SPH-D710, same as the Epic 4G touch. I found a thread in another forum talking about editing the button to simply no longer have a task, but in regards to the menu button and not the search button which is the one that is giving me the phantom issue. Thread is here:
http://androidforums.com/galaxy-s2-...th-ics-jb-phantom-menu-keypress-easy-fix.html
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2203059
Anyone know how to go about deleting the functionality of the search button?
I want to take this approach as it seems the only way short of a new/referb or hunting down a custom rom where the software somehow fixes the issue via programming. I did have virgin send me a referb and it had the same issue lol, so working on fixing it the xda way haha. For those with the same issue and wondering what is causing it, IMO the best explanation I found was from another forum, it seems to be hardware, where a screen replacement or capacitor addition is the fix because some S2s had bad quality control and a magnetic shield was not installed correctly and when the cell antenna is in a low reception area, it increases power and that causes an inductive voltage situation or some other power issue and makes the handset think the menu or search button is pressed. I found some who feel that even though it's a hardware issue, of course the software could be set to prevent the cell antenna from 'juicing up' in low reception areas.

App for restarting phone

Is there an app which can restart the phone but without rooting the phone..

Why do you need that ? Just press and hold the power button for a few second, the Phone options will pop-up, just choose restart to restart the device.

ckpv5 said:
Why do you need that ? Just press and hold the power button for a few second, the Phone options will pop-up, just choose restart to restart the device.
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Lol I know that mate but isn't there some application or widget..The button looks delicate to me so I dun want to keep pressing it and have it broken...
Also does using this app https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=it.android.smartscreenoffpro&feature=search_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwxLDEsIml0LmFuZHJvaWQuc21hcnRzY3JlZW5vZmZwcm8iXQ..
makes the proximity sensor weak..??I mean it's designed for detection this this create extra pressure??

try looking in the play store. there are several to choose from
https://play.google.com/store/search?q=reboot&c=apps

rayford85 said:
try looking in the play store. there are several to choose from
https://play.google.com/store/search?q=reboot&c=apps
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I do appreciate your help but I was trying to know if there is any application that does "Without rooting the phone"

Steve Stiffler said:
I do appreciate your help but I was trying to know if there is any application that does "Without rooting the phone"
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look at the first app in the list dude. You just might have to actually READ the Apps description. other than that you have to root.

rayford85 said:
look at the first app in the list dude. You just might have to actually READ the Apps description. other than that you have to root.
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This application does not actually reboot it just refreshes the phone..it's not even close to rebooting I am using this app from par three days it's basic function is to free up the space in RAM..try it out u'll know

Why do you even need to reboot your phone that much?
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You could Quick Boot if you wish. Can also reboot straight to recovery and bootloader. Unfortunately I can't link to it as I've only recently joined XDA.

Mixxxy said:
You could Quick Boot if you wish. Can also reboot straight to recovery and bootloader. Unfortunately I can't link to it as I've only recently joined XDA.
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Quick Boot works on rooted phone only. He is asking for reboot app with no root access required.

joshnichols189 said:
Why do you even need to reboot your phone that much?
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I dun reboot that much..Just once a day..but I dun want my power button to get depressed because I have to rely on unlocking on the same button..which gets pressed quite a lot of times...
Also if you could suggest me some widgets or apps that can help me to lock my phone..I used extended controls which was not a great experience because when I unlocked the screen remained black till I switched on to some other application ..

Steve Stiffler said:
Also if you could suggest me some widgets or apps that can help me to lock my phone..I used extended controls which was not a great experience because when I unlocked the screen remained black till I switched on to some other application ..
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This is my favorite, screen off and lock
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.katecca.screenofflock&hl=en

you're so lazy pal

ckpv5 said:
This is my favorite, screen off and lock
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.katecca.screenofflock&hl=en
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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=it.android.smartscreenoffpro&feature=search_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwxLDEsIml0LmFuZHJvaWQuc21hcnRzY3JlZW5vZmZwcm8iXQ..
I am using this application..
Check this app as I posted this earlier and asked if this does any harm to proximity sensor..
flexiloan said:
you're so lazy pal
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Dude I searched the google play before posting I wanted to know if there is something I missed nothing else if you can't write anything useful,why waste time typing unnecessarily

Steve Stiffler said:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=it.android.smartscreenoffpro&feature=search_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwxLDEsIml0LmFuZHJvaWQuc21hcnRzY3JlZW5vZmZwcm8iXQ..
I am using this application..
Check this app as I posted this earlier and asked if this does any harm to proximity sensor..
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I don't think it will harm the proximity sensor, it just that I don't like to see a red light on the proximity sensor light up when using this app as I guess it use more battery...and that's maybe the reason why they have a time-out to kill the app after certain time. Once the app is killed, you still need to press power on. Anyhow, this is my personal opinion only, nothing against the app; I maybe wrong.

ckpv5 said:
I don't think it will harm the proximity sensor, it just that I don't like to see a red light on the proximity sensor light up when using this app as I guess it use more battery...and that's maybe the reason why they have a time-out to kill the app after certain time. Once the app is killed, you still need to press power on. Anyhow, this is my personal opinion only, nothing against the app; I maybe wrong.
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Thanks tell me since when are you using this phone??do you find your power button by any chance pressed inside even a little??Also I dun think that it uses much battery as the Statistics posted by the App developer state..it would be great if someone would throw some light on it though..

Steve Stiffler said:
Thanks tell me since when are you using this phone??do you find your power button by any chance pressed inside even a little??Also I dun think that it uses much battery as the Statistics posted by the App developer state..it would be great if someone would throw some light on it though..
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Since Apr 3rd, two days after the HOX officially launched in my country. Do not really notice that, maybe because I seldom use the power button as my device is rooted, using quick boot for reboot, reboot to bootloader & recovery, swipe to power on and so on.

Why are you even rebooting once a day? It isn't necessary and will solve all of your problems.
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[q] help meeeeeee!!

can i ask why i play *tiki kart* and that game steer using the sensitivity and it keep turn itself?does the problem is on my phone?or can i adjust the sensitivity?i tried adjusting in the game but not works..currently using cm9 build 3..help me asap thanks..other games like asphalt 6,7 steer itself too

ScarletFox said:
can i ask why i play *tiki kart* and that game steer using the sensitivity and it keep turn itself?does the problem is on my phone?or can i adjust the sensitivity?i tried adjusting in the game but not works..currently using cm9 build 3..help me asap thanks..other games like asphalt 6,7 steer itself too
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Maybe there is something wrong with your sensor rotation. Have it checked
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You are using a GB rom right?
I had that problem about two years ago. It happens when you wrongly calibrate your sensor. To change it just go back to the settings==>display (if it is not there don't blame me i haven't used a GB rom since a while and forgot many things). I am sure there are a lot of tutorials on that topic just google it.
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reddvilzz said:
Maybe there is something wrong with your sensor rotation. Have it checked
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but how do i check my sensor rotation?

7amada100 said:
You are using a GB rom right?
I had that problem about two years ago. It happens when you wrongly calibrate your sensor. To change it just go back to the settings==>display (if it is not there don't blame me i haven't used a GB rom since a while and forgot many things). I am sure there are a lot of tutorials on that topic just google it.
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nah.im using cyanogenmod9 build 3 theres no such option in this mod

ScarletFox said:
but how do i check my sensor rotation?
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Check with the sensor rotation screen. See if it will stayed landscape even if you have straighten up your phone
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reddvilzz said:
Check with the sensor rotation screen. See if it will stayed landscape even if you have straighten up your phone
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but how do i do that..before i root to cyanogenmod9 it still fine

ScarletFox said:
but how do i do that..before i root to cyanogenmod9 it still fine
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Hmm sorry gotta ask another dev.
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ScarletFox said:
but how do i do that..before i root to cyanogenmod9 it still fine
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Try to calibrate your phone's screen with an app from play store (Search: calibrate screen). Make sure your phone is on the surface (in condition you are NOT holding your phone).
Good luck!
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Features I have discovered in the Optimus UI

This is my first time I have used an Optimus UI phone, so everyday I'm discovering cool new features that are actually pretty usefully. I thought it would be cool if we could share these findings. I'll start...
Quick remote will pop up on the lockscreen by tapping the home button. F#####G brilliant! I owned the HTC One and S4 they both have the IR blaster that allows the control over the TV. But no quick way to access it on the lock screen.

Ohhhhhhhh...thats why the quick remote shows up in my lock screen even tho i didnt set it to be there, i thought something is wrong with my lockscreen lol, didnt know that i just keep pressibng the home button lol, thanks!!
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You can also set it to turn on once you get home and your phone connects to your WiFi.
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You can take screenshots by holding Volume Down and Power at the same time for a couple of seconds. No need to use quickmemo for screenies.

I'm not sure if this is a new feature or old...
You can schedule a sms...

TURBOGAMECAT said:
You can take screenshots by holding Volume Down and Power at the same time for a couple of seconds. No need to use quickmemo for screenies.
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Tried that before but because it wasn't instant like most other phones I assumed it didn't work lol. But it did take a couple seconds.
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In the quick remote app, when you add a new device, try answering no to some of the questions even if the buttons work. I discovered different remote layouts that still are completely functional. You might discover extra buttons that aren't available on the first profile it finds for you.
Fwiw, this worked for me on my air conditioner

Small thing...you can pinch zoom the songs list in the default music app
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not sure if anyone knows this but i discovered it by complete accident you can turn off the device by placing your finger top right corner of the screen for a few seconds and the options appear for turning of etc. try it see if it works for you.

riz157 said:
not sure if anyone knows this but i discovered it by complete accident you can turn off the device by placing your finger top right corner of the screen for a few seconds and the options appear for turning of etc. try it see if it works for you.
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Did I just get trolled? Kuz I'm Standing in my kitchen with my finger on the corner of my screen and I kinda feel like I'm getting trolled......:what:
When the f#ck did we get ice cream?

i'm using fyuirom v9 maybe it's rom tweak. place finger top right corner where the time is displayed, it vibrates and options appear. if you just touch and lift finger scrren turns off.
try it.

riz157 said:
not sure if anyone knows this but i discovered it by complete accident you can turn off the device by placing your finger top right corner of the screen for a few seconds and the options appear for turning of etc. try it see if it works for you.
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May be you got faulty device. Go to service center asap to resolve this problem.

NaveenKumarXDA said:
May be you got faulty device. Go to service center asap to resolve this problem.
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its from korea everuthing is work8ng fine. actually the feature is quite useful.

NaveenKumarXDA said:
May be you got faulty device. Go to service center asap to resolve this problem.
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dumbo:silly:.... Same thing happens on my phone running the V10 rom... maybe mine is faulty too lol
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esimon311 said:
Did I just get trolled? Kuz I'm Standing in my kitchen with my finger on the corner of my screen and I kinda feel like I'm getting trolled......:what:
When the f#ck did we get ice cream?
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Works if u running the FeiYu rom...

u can also use qremote on lockscreen

pc007chan said:
u can also use qremote on lockscreen
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Did u not read the first post of the thread? It was the first thing that was mentioned.

Its okay dude. Its not a super important thread.
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I noticed using the pattern as a lock if you hold your finger on the last dot of your pattern you have to make you'll get a little quick menu with phone, messaging, internet, email, and camera to choose from.
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Its a short code for your widgets. On lock screen. I find it by accident to.
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riz157 said:
not sure if anyone knows this but i discovered it by complete accident you can turn off the device by placing your finger top right corner of the screen for a few seconds and the options appear for turning of etc. try it see if it works for you.
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It didn't work on my10C version G Pro