Smartphones are intelligent devices that include multiple functions and, therefore, have many sensors that, in many cases, we do not know. The proximity sensor it is one of the most useful and, in most cases, we do not take advantage of the advantages it offers us.
The proximity sensor allows the phone to turn off the screen when you bring the device to your ear, then the touch screen is deactivated and voice memos can be heard without pressing options. Likewise, it is useful in a call because it avoids false keys and it is also Calls can be answered when this sensor detects gestures.
But how exactly does this mode of answering phones work? Below we mention the different ways to automatically answer a call with a gesture and without touching the phone screen.
How to answer a call with a gesture on Samsung?
Samsung devices have a function called aerial gestures. With it we can control our mobile using specific movements with our hands. It responds with the motion sensor and gesture sensor and you just need to have your phone near us to activate the feature. There are also other options for control your mobile device with your voice only.
To access flight gestures, you need to go to Settings> My device> Movements and gestures. It is important to know that the motion sensor of Samsung mobile phones is located in the corner in top right of the device.
To answer an incoming call, just move your hand gently, from side to side, no more than 3 centimeters away from the mobile device.
Answer a call with a gesture on Android
Some phones, despite having a motion sensor, do not have the built-in function of answer calls with a gesture ; however, it is not something that cannot be solved.
There is a very useful application that basically provides this option to the device. The application is called SpeakerPhone and is available on the Play Store.
Once you have received a call with the application installed on our mobile phone, simply lift the smartphone and place it on your ear. The call will be answered automatically without the need to press any buttons.
Answer calls with a gesture on Huawei
Huawei devices have a function known as Control Motions. With it we can both silence, turn off keyboard vibration and answer calls with a simple gesture and with one hand.
To activate this feature, go to Settings> Smart assistance> Control movements. Select the function you want to use and enable it.
This feature is very useful if you are in a meeting and want to mute your mobile. All you have to do is turn the device over and the call will be automatically muted.
On the other hand, answer calls with this feature it will be necessary alone to raise the mobile phone to ear height. Likewise, you can make a call from your contacts by selecting the contact you want to call and bringing the mobile to your ear, without having to touch any buttons on the screen.
Other ways to answer calls with a gesture
In case you don't have a Huawei or Samsung mobile to activate these features, you don't need to worry. There is another alternative to answer the mobile with a gesture.
In case your hands are busy or dirty and you get a call but you don't want to take it to avoid getting it dirty, there is an application called Air call Answer which is able to answer the call simply by passing the hand near the sensor.
This application is completely free and you can download it from the Play Store. It is important to underline the fact that the developer continues to improve the application and has developed functions such as the pocket mode, with which it is It is possible to hang up the call by making two turns on the mobile phone.
