Sometimes the screen doesn t go dark during calls as it is supposed to.
Note 8 proximity sensor.
Hi i have a random issue with my note 8 proximity sensor.
If debris or dust enter the holes sensors stop working.
This feature is used to disable the touchscreen when we receive a phone call and the phone is held near our ear to avoid any unintentional input.
The proximity sensor detects when a user is holding the phone near their face during a call and turns off the display to prevent keypad presses and battery consumption from the display.
Used to sork well with no issue.
A proximity sensor is located at the top of smartphones.
However there are known methods for older samsung devices.
Remove the flash and proximity sensor assembly.
When i went to purchase the display assembly with frame from a parts.
Use a pair of tweezers to lift up the flash and proximity sensor cable and carefully loosen the tape holding it down to the mid frame.
Test to check if proximity sensor is working or not.
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You can use the same method and confirm if it still gets the job done.
How to turn proximity sensor on off on your samsung galaxy note 9.
Right now there is no popular method to disable the proximity sensor for this particular device.
If your device isn t listed below your proximity sensor automatically adjusts.
If you turn your phone at a small angle you can see this and other sensors.
I dont have a case and the sensor area is clean.
Xiaomi redmi to be precise is trying to follow oneplus as both companies love to reduce the lifespan of their mainstream offerings.
The sensor itself appears to be working but ju.
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Unfortunately ifixit does not stock note 8 parts in australia.
Redmi note 8 miui 11 update re released while redmi note 8 pro proximity sensor issue comes to light kingshuk de.
It started after the recent oreo update.