Sweat dropping on iPhone screen
08-08-18, 10:11 AM
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Sweat dropping on iPhone screen
I use a Topeak case and mount for my iPhone 7 and love it. The only problem is that when I stand up, leaning slightly forward, sweat drops on the screen and sometimes hits the "pause" button. This morning, a second drop of sweat hit the "delete" button. Fortunately, there was an "are you sure?" pop-up so I didn't lose the entire ride -- but it did stop recording for a few minutes until I noticed.
One easy solution is to turn my screen off before standing, but I don't always remember to do so. Has anyone else come across this issue, and if so, how did you solve it?
Also, I am curious why a drop of sweat can hit a button, but my sweaty finger often doesn't work.
Thanks.
One easy solution is to turn my screen off before standing, but I don't always remember to do so. Has anyone else come across this issue, and if so, how did you solve it?
Also, I am curious why a drop of sweat can hit a button, but my sweaty finger often doesn't work.
Thanks.
08-08-18, 07:52 PM
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I can't answer the question but my Polar GPS has a lock screen feature for this very reason.
08-09-18, 08:28 AM
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Thanks so much!!!
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Perfect. 
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08-14-18, 09:33 AM
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I think that will have no effect. I've had a vinyl cover, and I was still able to use the touch screen with my finger.
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Right. Which means if a finger can activate the screen with a cover, the same may be true if there is cling wrap. In other words, I don't think your suggestion will help.
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08-22-18, 09:12 AM
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Fair enough. On my typical ride, I have to watch out for deer or foxes more than traffic, but I get your point. Overuse of any device can be dangerous, and knowing when to glance down and when not to glance down requires common sense.
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Are you using your phone as a computer?
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I use a Topeak case and mount for my iPhone 7 and love it. The only problem is that when I stand up, leaning slightly forward, sweat drops on the screen and sometimes hits the "pause" button. This morning, a second drop of sweat hit the "delete" button. Fortunately, there was an "are you sure?" pop-up so I didn't lose the entire ride -- but it did stop recording for a few minutes until I noticed.
One easy solution is to turn my screen off before standing, but I don't always remember to do so. Has anyone else come across this issue, and if so, how did you solve it?
Also, I am curious why a drop of sweat can hit a button, but my sweaty finger often doesn't work.
Thanks.
One easy solution is to turn my screen off before standing, but I don't always remember to do so. Has anyone else come across this issue, and if so, how did you solve it?
Also, I am curious why a drop of sweat can hit a button, but my sweaty finger often doesn't work.
Thanks.
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