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Fingerprint apps

Hello, does anyone know any apps that make use of the fingerprint reader? Doing a search brings up many fake apps. Paypal has it activated but only for Samsung phones

zippy01 said:
Hello, does anyone know any apps that make use of the fingerprint reader? Doing a search brings up many fake apps. Paypal has it activated but only for Samsung phones
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maybe need to wait Android M for generic fingerprint apps support.

That's what I was thinking. It'd be nice if Google made app developers put "fake" in the beginning of the title of fake apps to help distinguish however I don't think that will happen haha
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Thanks for sharing this

LastPass also has a fingerprint reader option, but it's is currently listed as unavailable for my Z5C.

kenyonj said:
LastPass also has a fingerprint reader option, but it's is currently listed as unavailable for my Z5C.
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Same on Z5, unavailable.

I think we'll have to wait for Marshmallow, it will provide official Google fingerprint scanner APIs to developers.

yes with MM it's possible : http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/xda-devdb-app-fingerprint-app-lock-t3331403

That app seems to be only for camera

Lastpass finger unlock is working on Z5 marshmallow!
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zippy01 said:
Hello, does anyone know any apps that make use of the fingerprint reader? Doing a search brings up many fake apps. Paypal has it activated but only for Samsung phones
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i just developed fingerprint app locker.
Free Version - Link
Pro Version - Link
Now you can lock your mobile apps using your fingerprint.
• No Peaking in recent apps
• Fully optimized
• No battery Drain
Note :
• you must register your fingerprint in your device
[Settings]> [Security]> [Nexus Imprint]
• Turn On Accessibility Service , this app will not work without enabling it.
[Settings]>[Accessibility]> turn on > [App Locker : Service]
• Enable Device Admin to prevent unauthorized uninstall.
[Settings]> [Security]> [Device Administrators]> turn on > [App Locker]
Please let me know your thoughts and review.

No double tap to wake?

Have they really removed double tap to wake? Huge dealbreaker when the fingerprint scanner is at the back of the phone.

Qtwo said:
Have they really removed double tap to wake? Huge dealbreaker when the fingerprint scanner is at the back of the phone.
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Unfortunately Huawei removed it. Coming from LG G3 it took some time to get used to it. But the placement of the fingerprint sensor is very good indeed. I do prefer the back of the phone to the front.
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If you have root try this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/mate-8/general/enable-double-tap-to-wake-t3312676
I haven't gotten around to root mine yet, so will update later if it works. I've checked the files though (you can read them without root, but not modify) and all the entries are there, so it's supported just not enabled. Seems Huawei disables DT2W by default on devices with fingerprint scanners even though support is there. Makes no sense to me, but it is what it is.
I have a long list of things I need to do once I have root

clouds5 said:
If you have root try this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/mate-8/general/enable-double-tap-to-wake-t3312676
I haven't gotten around to root mine yet, so will update later if it works. I've checked the files though (you can read them without root, but not modify) and all the entries are there, so it's supported just not enabled. Seems Huawei disables DT2W by default on devices with fingerprint scanners even though support is there. Makes no sense to me, but it is what it is.
I have a long list of things I need to do once I have root
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dt2w setting appears but after enabling it does not work.

This is bad news but I'm pretty sure there must be a way to enable it somehow Since support is clearly there.

There must a be reason why Huawei is disabling DT2W feature..

Probably DTW has been disabled in all their new smartphones with a fingerprint sensor (ex. Mate 8): is it not compatible with lock/unlock security?
AFAIK the Honor 6 Plus which has recently been updated to Android 6 keeps the DTW function, so apparently it's not related to Marshmallow.

The finger print sensor is actually fast and good.
And it is actually placed beautifully. Easy to use

True, but when the device is placed on a table and you want to check time there is only the power button.
In 80% of cases the FP sensor is fine. For the other 20% it would be nice to have the option.

Hai dear friend if you are ready to use third party apps then we can have a solution.
Try this app it just works fine in unlocking the screen by double tap.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jamworks.knockz
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On my H7 with B330 Digirom 4.2 I have dt2w.
Go to Settings -> Smart assistance -> Motion Control -> Double touch (at the bottom)
Edit: Sry guys, not sure how I came upon the P9 forum, thought I was in H7

This kind of apps not need a rooted device or something?

Missing dt2w is the only flaw of this phone... Really hope they do something about it with nougat.

clouds5 said:
Missing dt2w is the only flaw of this phone... Really hope they do something about it with nougat.
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If fingerprint is enabled then dt2w is irrelevant anyway

skoobee said:
If fingerprint is enabled then dt2w is irrelevant anyway
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Kinda. In most cases it's fine. It would still be nice to have the option. You know when the phone is laying flat on the table and you want to check time or notifications...

Hello,
I found onthe Google play store the app "Always On" from developper DUFRELLER, and it works very well on my Huawei P 9.
Regards
MSI/1956

MSI/1956 said:
Hello,
I found onthe Google play store the app "Always On" from developper DUFRELLER, and it works very well on my Huawei P 9.
Regards
MSI/1956
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If your screen is always on, your Huawei P9's battery will die really, really fast. You don't want your screen to be always on because it is a non-IPS display panel.

i told you guys use application like wave to unlock and lock
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kimcy92.wavelock
it use proximity sensor to wake the phone,no battery draining.but be sure to choose in the settings "unlock only" option.working very good

I have huawei honar 5a (y6 II )
How to turn on double tap feature in this phone

I played with a P9 on display in a store last week, it did have double tap to wake.

Fingerprint Applock which can use specific fingerprint?

Our device can have upto 5 fingerprints. Does anyone know if there is some app that can lock the apps only with the fingerprint I specify.
Like for eg. I have 5 fingerprints of two different persons and I don't want the other person to unlock a specific app through his/her fingerprint.
Instead I specify that say that so and so app will be unlocked through Finger 1.
Is this even possible??

Trying to hide the nudes from the wife eh

EuEra said:
Trying to hide the nudes from the wife eh
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hehe... :laugh:
That doesn't answer my question though

i was also curious if our fingerprint sensor can grant access to certain apps the same way nexus imprint does?

masri1987 said:
i was also curious if our fingerprint sensor can grant access to certain apps the same way nexus imprint does?
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There's a feature called app locker in security and fingerprint and that allows to set up different apps to be opened only with fingerprint or other secured methods like pin password or pattern

kunal1540 said:
There's a feature called app locker in security and fingerprint and that allows to set up different apps to be opened only with fingerprint or other secured methods like pin password or pattern
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Yes but that uses all the available fingerprints, not a specific fingerprint which i can specify

Bump... Anyone??

No I don't think that's possible.

Bumping again with hope
Sorry

maybe download another app lock app from the play store and register only your fingerprints?

samsexy98 said:
Bumping again with hope
Sorry
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I dont think any such feature exist in Android. I had this feature in my jail broken iPhone where we can assign different actions for all registered fingerprints. I am also looking forward to get this feature in Android .

manishvy said:
I dont think any such feature exist in Android. I had this feature in my jail broken iPhone where we can assign different actions for all registered fingerprints. I am also looking forward to get this feature in Android .
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I see no developer has replied on this thread yet. The feature does not exist but if iPhone can have it then Android can too.
Hope to see a skilled developer here who can make this possible.
Thank you

Use biometrics with "swipe" screen lock?

Hi guys, so I've just updated to Oreo, and I found out that I can't use any biometrics anywhere unless I choose a "secure" screen lock! Is there a workaround for this? I've never used neither iris, nor face recognition nor fingerprint on my phone but always on apps. I can't do this anymore, the thing that bothers me the most is that I switched from Chrome to samsung internet to use samsung pass which of course now doesn't work unless I change my lock settings

Yes I'd like to know this. But I'm afraid the answer is no. Oreo is not a good step for Android in my opinion. There are lots of things no longer implimented or have been made clumsy and complicated.

JohnPyn said:
Hi guys, so I've just updated to Oreo, and I found out that I can't use any biometrics anywhere unless I choose a "secure" screen lock! Is there a workaround for this? I've never used neither iris, nor face recognition nor fingerprint on my phone but always on apps. I can't do this anymore, the thing that bothers me the most is that I switched from Chrome to samsung internet to use samsung pass which of course now doesn't work unless I change my lock settings
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Yes there is a workaround lol. Root + custom rom and your ready to go
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As sammobile.com mentioned in this article, it won't be possible.

Smart unlock and mirrorshare

Hy guys
Im wondering is this bug or something.
I cant use smart unlock feature its empty not able to choose any option like it doesnt exist.
Also I can cast pictures via goigle pics app but phone doesnt recognise my android tv via smartshare.
Tnx

carlowise said:
Hy guys
Im wondering is this bug or something.
I cant use smart unlock feature its empty not able to choose any option like it doesnt exist.
Also I can cast pictures via goigle pics app but phone doesnt recognise my android tv via smartshare.
Tnx
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Had the same issue
Go to settings-security & privacy
Scroll down to more and scroll down to Reliable agents. Disable Google smart lock and restart phone. Enable Google smart lock and you will see smart lock options
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Tnx
Solved smart unlock, now mirrorshare left to solve and then it could be good phone

carlowise said:
Tnx
Solved smart unlock, now mirrorshare left to solve and then it could be good phone
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Sorry, can't help you there [emoji848]
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This seems to be a known bug. It will most probably happen again, I updated the Google Play Services to the latest beta and now it's working for two straight days in a row, before, it would stop and go white every one to two days.

anyone got it working?

I've found the setting.
You'll need a launcher such as Nova or use Tasker to send the intent. If using Nova Launcher simply add an Activities widget and select MirrorShare from the activities list. This will create a shortcut on your desktop.
If you want to launch with Tasker send an intent with the following:
ACTION: android.intent.action.VIEW
PACKAGE: com.huawei.android.mirrorshare
CLASS: com.huawei.android.airsharing.player.DeviceListActivity
If anyone would rather just have an apk to do this hit thanks and leave a comment, I'll compile my task into an app and post it here. Cheers!
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MirrorShare is in the regular settings menu. Doesn't want to connect for me though it could be my TV.

I was asking about smartlock. Mirrorshare is working in my case with no problems

hexen88 said:
I was asking about smartlock. Mirrorshare is working in my case with no problems
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See the post above for that ?
fredriks said:
Had the same issue
Go to settings-security & privacy
Scroll down to more and scroll down to Reliable agents. Disable Google smart lock and restart phone. Enable Google smart lock and you will see smart lock options
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Also mine seems to be limited to Bluetooth conditions only, you may need Bluetooth turned on and paired with something to activate it. If anyone has the old area based Smart Unlock from nougat working I'd love to know. I've built my own version of locale based Smart Unlock in Tasker and it works great. I can dig out my tutorial if you're interested in going down that rabbit hole. I have downloadable links to the tasks/profiles so all the hard work is done. But it does require Tasker and either a little knowledge or willingness to learn.

That would be perfect

Google Smart Lock was enabled in one of the spring/summer updates. (B128 for C432)

hexen88 said:
That would be perfect
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Here's the link. I've got a few projects in that thread and the smart unlock is the one linked. Simple download the project file and import it into Tasker. It works better than regular Smart Unlock imo just make sure to
replace the placeholder with your SSID. If you have any questions please post to that thread and I'll answer promptly!
https://forum.xda-developers.com/hu...er-menu-root-app-tasker-t3821370/post77172305

fregor said:
Google Smart Lock was enabled in one of the spring/summer updates. (B128 for C432)
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Maybe it was, but I have 152 update, and smartlock is not working like it wasn't before, even after 2 factory resets. It's just not working.

hexen88 said:
Maybe it was, but I have 152 update, and smartlock is not working like it wasn't before, even after 2 factory resets. It's just not working.
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Hm, looks like you're correct. Huawei is odd...

experienced the same issue,after a few days from when I started using the mobile phone, and the only way to get rid of it was to enter in trusted agents, disable Smart Lock, reboot the device, enter in Trusted agents and turn Smart Lock On again. The Smart Lock issue is reported on official google Forum since more than a year on different models (Search for "SOLVED: Smart Lock options missing " on Google Help Forum). As only TEMPORARY solution is reported the trick on Trusted Agents I reported. As I mention it is indicated as temporary solution, since many users experienced this problem again after some time. It is unknown whether someone of the Android Dev Team is working on a fix, or ever heard about it.