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[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
Im glad that you're liking it! A lot of the things you have mentioned have already been pointed out to me and I am thinking which ones will actually be possible. Some of the things will require root access. But I have a summer job atm (10 1/2 hour days) so I am not really tinkering with it right now. When I get back into school mode, you can pretty much expect to see some if not all of this added to the pro version. I appreciate the feedback and be on the lookout to some awesome future updates :)

P.S. please leave a comment and rating in the market :)
[Android Apps and Games] GigiAUT:
Do you have it on any other markets? AndroidPIT, SlideME or anything similar where I can buy it with a paypal account?

For some reason the Android Market site says it's only compatible with my Wildfire and not my Desire HD :S
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
It is not currently on any other market but the Android Market. I may add it to some of the ones you have mentioned but it may be a bit before it gets there.

My portal says that it should show up as compatible for the Desire HD. I see that you are running MIUI so that may be the reason for it not showing up. Some custom ROMs and leaked builds of Android cause this and I have no reason why. :(
[Android Apps and Games] TriforceKommando:
I love the camera holding thing. ;)

And the app downloads at the moment, looks super awesome!
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
Glad you got a kick out of it :)

Let me know what you think when you have had a chance to play with it a little :)
[Android Apps and Games] xThe Enforcer:
Amazing!!!
[Android Apps and Games] Emalasto:
this is app is so awesome! :) the lite version works perfectly on my samsung vibrant running simply honey 4.0 revolution 2.3.4. im seriously amazed by how well it works. Good job man! im definitely getting the pro version! :D
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
Thanks dude! I hope you enjoy the Pro version!
[Android Apps and Games] raznalab:
I just bought the pro version, setup my loadouts and all I can say is awesome!
[Android Apps and Games] rauschkugl:
running 2.3.4 miui on my hd2 and market also says that it's not available for my phone. can't you share the liet apk here on xda? would like to try this out.
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
Glad you're liking it ;)
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
Not anywhere near a computer right now, but yes, I will update the OP when I get home. Be on the lookout...
[Android Apps and Games] rauschkugl:
thanks that's great.
[Android Apps and Games] dan-fish:
great app, however if you switch off the screen and turn it back on it repeats the action saved to that direction. Meaning, if i switch the phone on and i've laid it flat, for me it'll switch itself back off. Or holding it towards me will automatically open the nofitication bar after i switch it on. Anyone else have this problem?
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
Can you please expand on this a bit? What phone model and version of Android are you running?
[Android Apps and Games] raznalab:
I noticed that the 0-2 second delay you can apply to reduce unintentional activation doesn't have any effect on the timer loadout, is that by design?
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
It is indeed. Most people I have talked to just leave the instant setting as do nothing and set up the rest of the loadouts. How are you liking it so far?
[Android Apps and Games] raznalab:
I tried it with the instant set to do nothing and one of the first things I did was swipe to go home... It's become a habit already so I think I'll just keep my timer loadout as is.

So far its been really responsive and everything has been activating as expected. No bugs or glitches found so far.
[Android Apps and Games] o0adam0o:
Cant wait to try it!
[Android Apps and Games] theReDkoolAiD:
F-ing awesome works great on Samsung Charge (Gummy Charge, v1.5, 2.3.4), tried the lite like it alot, so I bought the full version and like someone already said it is becoming habit.

I would like:

- to adjust the sensitivity of the L/R/Fl/Fo/A

- " " proximity sensor

- to be able to calibrate the Flat, because I rarely hold my phone truly flat

Oh I was showing people at work and they loved it also, but one problem that I came across was someone had a HTC Inspire (Stock, 2.2) and he had to almost put his hand right on the screen to get it to work, thats why I stated before about adjusting the proximity sensor.

Great work!
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
Im glad you're liking it. I can't actually control the sensitivity of a certain proximity sensor. Some phones have great sensors and some just have so so sensors. That is the main reason I am supplying the free version because I want to make sure it works on someones phone before they are let down.
[Android Apps and Games] Tomo-L:
Works just fine on my HTC Desire. Good stuff.
[Android Apps and Games] dan-fish:
i'm using a desire s running the virtuous unity rom on gingerbread.

Basically if i'm holding the phone towards me when i switch it on, the notification bar will automatically drop down without my hand anywhere near the proximity sensor. Or do another action depending on the way i'm holding it.
[Android Apps and Games] kaasbroodje:
This app is awsome it would be realy cool if you could type this way but i think that would be a realy pain in da ass to do :D

Maybe Iam gonna buy pro version but first i play with the lite version

Works fine on SGS2 lite ning rom

It would be sweet if you could hold the phone straight I never hold my phone flat
[Android Apps and Games] obaki69:
Easily one of the coolest apps ever! Great job! I will be buying the full version for sure!! Thanks!!!
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
Hmmm. I will definitely look into it. Thanks for the help dude!
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
I am going to add a toward-left and a toward-right. I think the left and right are just a little too hard to get to. It's more natural to hold it toward you and then just tilt it left and right.
[Android Apps and Games] jrmatics:
This is a great freaking app. Works great on my EVO 3D. Thanx, gonna spread the word on this one
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
Thanks for the marketing :)
[Android Apps and Games] jrmatics:
5 minutes after trying lite version I purchased it.
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
I'm glad you liked it that much :)
[Android Apps and Games] nir36:
I bought it like 3 weeks ago since I was so thrilled with the idea.

I was actually thinking that it might be possible for you to take this a bit further:

If you implemented a feature that would use the light sensor as well.. you would be able to create direction based gestures which would not have to be accelerometer dependent.

I'll explain:

Since the light sensor and proximity sensor are horizontally aligned in most devices (am i wrong?) you would be able to check both for a gesture.

Example:

the light sensor senses first and then the proximity sensor..

- when performing a gesture coming from the right to the left you can use it for "BACK" in the browser (or "FORWARD" going the other way).

- when not in a browser, you can use it as a "BACK" button.

- when in your fav music player.. you can use it to skip between tracks... or use the timed gesture coming from the right to skip back the track... (and the other way of course).

If you can think of a way to perform up/down gestures it would be amazing.

The problem with tilting your phone to perform a gesture every time is problematic... as in... not accurate enough.. and pretty much annoying at most cases. It's a great idea considering the resources at your disposal.. but still annoying :)

wonderful work.
[Android Apps and Games] hewlett777:
sorry, forgot about this, im running, 2.3.3 on hyperdroid v12
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
I completely agree with you on this one. I want a phone with 4 sensors, one in each corner. If a phone had this, the possibilities are endless. I have an update planned for more natural angles, like toward and forward put together so you don't have to go flat first and then tilt. I am also playing with the accelerometer to make it a little bit more stable for Prox's use (different gravities for the accelerometer). Thanks for the feedback!
[Android Apps and Games] NathanBaron:
Fantastic App

I bought the pro version almost immediately as well. Fantastic app.

I am using a Moto Defy, stock 2.2.1. I have a couple of issues...

won't reload after boot

Will sometimes be unresponsive when the service states that it is still running. Stop and start usually fixes it.

I have weird stuff happening with the screen off function. (I am using widget locker with the default screen lock disabled.) This is not a huge problem, just thought others should know that these two apps don't not play well together.

+1 for tasker integration. This could be such a powerful combination!

Thanks again for a very cool app. I'm really looking forward to seeing where this goes.
[Android Apps and Games] TvBTvB:
I've also bought the pro version and I really like it :)

But I've just updated my Galaxy S II to Android 2.3.4 (I9100XXKG3) and Prox Pro fc's after a restore. I also can't find it in the market.

Does anyone have a solution?
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
Have you tried clearing the data from the app?
[Android Apps and Games] TvBTvB:
I restored it without data, now it's working!

Thanks and good luck with the further development.
[Android Apps and Games] batou42:
HD2 incompatibility

I am also unable to download it neither from marker nor android market. On market from my phone it doesn't even show, on android market it says incompatible

I am running HyperDroid-CM7-v2.1.0[a2sd+][CyanogenMod7 LEO 2.3.4][Tytung_R10]

:(
[Android Apps and Games] pjs2004:
This looks like the coolest app I've ever seen! One question though: Does it get triggered when the proximity sensor is used for something normal, like when you hold it up to your ear for calls? Say there's a trigger set on one of the directions. When you have it up to your ear it is in that direction mode. Then, you move the phone away, it's like a hand swipe. Has it accidentally triggered when you didn't want it too?
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
No. During a call and when the screen is off, the listeners for the sensors are unregistered, meaning normal use for the proximity sensor is maintained :)
[Android Apps and Games] jopex:
Really cool.. can't wait to show this to SW fans :D

is it possible to implement swipe? for instance tilt left + sensor = swipe right to left..
[Android Apps and Games] Dungeon47:
Accelerometer gestures would be incredible. Imagine drawing a letter in the air with the phone to launch an app. That plus Tasker integration would redefine how we access apps and information on our phones. The worst thing about a touch screen is getting it dirty by touching it. This would minimize touching for when you really need it.
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
Unfortunately not. The proximity sensor only has 2 values, covered and not covered. There is no way to actually tell where the hand is coming from. I imagine that having two proximity sensors would make this possible. Maybe even 4. The possibilities would be endless if a phone had 4 proximity sensors. It would drain your battery, but you would never even have to touch the screen. I want this to become a part of the Android OS so it can access lower level controls. I could do it with root, but not everyone who has downloaded my app has those privileges.
[Android Apps and Games] scooter1979:
I've been using Prox since early June. Let me just say, first off, that this developer is one of the best hands-on, dedicated developers I've had the pleasure of dealing with.

When Prox was first released, I was unable to get it on my Evo4g due to market incompatibility issues. SemperGumbee did everything he could to get me the apk for Lite. I used it for one day, and was ready to buy the full version as soon as I could.

The dev worked on the XML tags so I could get the full version from the market, and I've been thrilled with it ever since.

This is, hands down, one of the coolest and most useful moment-to-moment apps I've ever seen. After setting the delay on the sensor, it works perfect (the instant operation is a bit too touchy).

In short, if you've ever wanted to be a Jedi, this is as close as you'll come (short of a homemade lightsaber). The full version is SO worth the money. I can do everything from turn off my screen to launch Facebook with a simple twist of one hand and a swipe of the other.

SemperGumbee, congrats on making it to the XDA frontpage. You deserve it, sir.

P.S. Can't wait for the updates. Icing on an already delicious cake. :+)
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
Wow. Thanks for the feedback man. I really appreciate it :)
[Android Apps and Games] TvBTvB:
One thing I've noticed while using the app: when operating solely by the proximity sensor the screen time-out will not be suspended like when using the touchscreen. So the screen will lock after the set amount of time even though you are interacting with the phone (with Prox).

Also, have you found out how to remove the status bar icon or have you made the option to make it transparant yet?

Perhaps you could look into this :)

Thanks in advance, and you're doing a great job :)
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
Hm. I will definitely look into this as I have not seen this behavior before. Also, the transparent icon will be in effect in the update planned for soon(ish). I'm working 11 hour days right now and I am beat when I get home. I'll be done with the job in the middle of August and I will be back in school mode so be on the lookout :)
[Android Apps and Games] trickster2369:
Really would like to try this app, but says it's not compatibale with my device.

Running incredible phone using Inc2 remix rom from wdfowty. Does not show up in the market on my phone and says incompatible from the on-line market. Any help would be appreciated.
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
There are a few ROMs out there that is causing this issue. I have no clue why this happens and I have no idea how to fix it. Are there any other developers out there that can help me with this? Maybe something in the manifest that I didn't do right? I want to make this available to everyone running 2.2 and above or 2.1 and above for the Lite version.

The Incredible is included in the list of available devices on my portal page. As soon as I can figure out what causes this, I will release an update. Sorry for the inconvenience :(
[Android Apps and Games] trickster2369:
Thanks for the quick response.
[Android Apps and Games] trickster2369:
Solved. Loaded my CM7 ROM. D/l from market. Backed up using Titanium Backup. Re-loaded INC2 Remix. Restored. Works wonderfully. Thanks for supplying us with the force.
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
That's why I love this community. This is a forum full of problem solvers :) I will still be looking into it for future peeps that might run into this problem.
[Android Apps and Games] deaffob:
CM7 Incredible 2. It says my device is incompatible :(
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
Still looking into this compatibility issue... :(
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
For all of the users having compatability issues, I will upload Prox Lite to XDA this afternoon. I was supposed to do it a few days ago, but I completely forgot. Also, I plan on adding Prox Pro and Lite to the Amazon appstore so everyone can try it out. Sorry for the lateness :(
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
The apk for Prox Lite has been added to the OP. For everyone wanting to try it out but can't get the market to show it, just grab it from the first page :) Be sure to rate and give me some feedback. Also, since the market is not showing it, if you run into any bugs, please let me know and I will look into it :)

I will not be home all weekend and will be without internet / phone signal so I will check up later.
[Android Apps and Games] timothydonohue:
if you really want to get fancy, setup a kinect-like interface using the FFC, without turning on the screen. then you don't need the accelerometer.
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
Ugh. I can only imagine what those algorithms would look like. Maybe when FFCs become more standard, that'll be an option :)
[Android Apps and Games] quertiy:
1.

A.

Timer loudout -> instant -> trigger notifications panel

B.

Notification is not expanded

Swype the sensor -> notification expands

Swype the sensor -> notification closes

Manually expand the notification

Swype the sensor -> notification doesn't close

Swype the senzor -> notification closes

2.

A.

Switch the phone from portret mode to landscape mode and begin writing -> the sensor records the movement and starts expanding / closing the notification bar.

B.

When in "tilt values" the landscape mode is detected, but the sensor still works.
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
The reason the notification panel doesn't work if you do it the regular way is because there is a boolean flip value that tracks true and false when the service is running. So if you expand it normally, and then try to prox it, then it will not go up. I am trying to figure out a way to make that better. The code to make that work is a little bit tricky :)

The landscape thing was definitely my fault. Originally, Prox was for devices with Android 2.1 or greater. The API call to check whether or not the phone is in portrait or landscape is for Froyo devices or higher. I won't be able to add it to the free version, but later, I will add this call to check to see whether or not the phone is in landscape. It was kind of a screw up on my part but it has been identified and is going to get fixed...
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
Prox Lite has been added to GetJar for all of you who would like to download it from another market (or if you're having compatibility issues). Check the OP for the link :)
[Android Apps and Games] Pacificstorm:
Got the paid version. Works great on LG optimus black, but don't seem to work for Samsung galaxy tab. Anyways, happy with the purchase and will continue exploring the rest of the options. Good job man.
[Android Apps and Games] tsrzealot:
Interesting app, mate! I tried the free version and noticed two things:

1. No matter what I do, how I tilt the phone etc, it won't pull down the notification panel of my HTC Sensation (all other features work, like home etc.)

2. The range of degrees in which I can tilt the phone in order for it to recognize the "gesture" is quite limited. When I tilt the phone just a little too much, it will not register the action. You said you were planning on getting more natural angles, but is there a way to enlarge the "tilt range" (by default or manually)?

Great work though, very innovative! If this turns out to be working better on my Sensation, I will buy the pro version.
[Android Apps and Games] nobnut:
I know i has been asked before both here and on the Market, but please might the be an option to disable he notification icon. Maybe just in the pro version, as that is what I am using ;)

Thanks, great app.

EDIT: Also just noticed after restart, service starts but Prox doesn't work until it has been deactivated and reactivated.

Galaxy S II 2.3.4
[Android Apps and Games] fatcon:
Ha, i like this alot, have used simply lockscreen in the past but found it was a pain cos it would unlock my phone in my pocket, this seems much better. Will check out what extra the paid version offers.
[Android Apps and Games] fatcon:
Actually it looks like Prox does override the lockscreen, is there a way to change this?
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
Playing catch up in school right now, but this is definitely in the works. To everyone who is still waiting for an update, I have put together a small team to help work on this. We are all seniors going for a CS degree so we are quite busy. Once all of us get some time, we will pull all of our collective knowledge into this app. Be patient and Prox will be even more awesomer :) <---Not an English major so this is a legal word...
[Android Apps and Games] The Real NV:
market says not compatable
[Android Apps and Games] bigthunderkid:
hey there, first up I want to say that this is a pretty cool app - it works well on my GSM Desire..... but now the proximity sensor works backwards when on a phone call i.e. the screen is on when holding the phone to my ear, and goes blank when holding it away :(

I tried uninstalling - same issue, then reinstalling - same issue, then uninstalling again - same issue. it's becoming a major PITA.

I've done a quick search in the forums to see if anyone else encountered this issue and may have a solution - but no luck. Any ideas on how I might be able to fix this?
[Android Apps and Games] ert69:
I just totally bought it... very awesome app!
[Android Apps and Games] biccys:
As a ridiculous SW fan, this is brilliant!

Found once I'd got the hang of the angle to hold the device (SGS) then the swipes worked a treat. May even buy the full version (and I've only ever bought 3 apps previously, all while drunk!!)
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
I'm glad you like it!
[Android Apps and Games] yoni45:
Two feature requests that could make this a very productive app... =)

a. Tasker plugin integration for turning prox on and off, for switching loadouts, and to allow prox to call on Tasker tasks. That way, it could be made context-intuitive based on what you're doing. For example, if there's a phone call incoming, Tasker could switch the loadout so that swiping gestures deal with how to respond to a call (hang up, auto-respond SMS, pick up, etc.).

b. Notification icon to show a symbol depending on the current loadout, so you can make sure that the right one is loaded for your given task... ^_^
[Android Apps and Games] darklipslide:
Sounds like a very cool idea.

Just saw this news story, Looks like Pantech is doing the same thing too:

http://www.droid-life.com/2011/10/31/hands-free-gestures-coming-to-pantechs-new-vega-lte-smartphone/
[Android Apps and Games] meo:
question

in the beginning i testet the light software on my desire. it worked well.

now i have a new room version - i want to test it on this room - but know i cant get it out of the market because it should incompatible (not desire software) ???

I dont anderstand this statement - it was compatible !

i cant test it now ??
[Android Apps and Games] Krishna-Sukhraj:
only going to use it once to fool my friends xD :devil:

:P
[Android Apps and Games] meo:
question

does somebody have the free version , so i can test it with coolex Room ? - in the market it is not compatibel with my desire - but i test it in the past with an other room.
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
Your ROM might not be configured right. Read the OP, which explains why it might not show up. There is a link to download the apk to test it. I have no clue why it won't show up, but you can still install it and try it out :)
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
There is a link to a direct download in the OP :)
[Android Apps and Games] counterz:
Next Version

Just a through that you may have already investigated.

If you used the camera instead of the proximity sensor you could get

1. Greater distance;

2. A more consistent feeling across different phones;

3. More gestures without having to rely on the accelerometer.
[Android Apps and Games] SemperGumbee:
I have definitely thought of that. Coming up with the algorithms required to decode movement caught by the camera would not only be difficult to program, but also pretty expensive processing wise. I do like the greater freedom of being able to break away from the accelerometer, but just thinking about the complexity of the programming makes my head spin. Maybe I'll be able to implement something like that after I graduate :)