Auto-Lock set to Never = Sleep never, too?

I'm finding it annoying to constantly have to unlock my iPhone after it goes to sleep. So I set the Auto-Lock to Never. But now -- even when it isn't docked -- the screen stays lit at all times, running down the battery!

Surely I'm missing something here?

Posted on Dec 26, 2007 9:24 AM

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Dec 26, 2007 9:48 AM in response to Jeffrey Ellis

Well, with the number of stolen iPhone threads here, I say you are running a risk not using a passcode lock. If stolen, a person (even after you report it) can access your email and iTunes account via Wifi all they want until you go to those accounts and change your password.

So, why not use the Require Passcode setting to set a interval to not make it as bad.

Settings => General => Passcode Lock.

There you enable the setting but there is a setting for "Require Passcode" and it has an interval setting. (1min, 5min, 15min, 1hr, 4hr). Set that to an interval you want. Doing so will make it that once it does go to sleep if you go to use it before that interval, you won't have to enter a code. I have mine set to 5 mins. So I can go back to it anytime within 5 mins of going to standby and not have to enter a code. So while having a txt'ing conversation with a buddy and I txt, put in pocket, min so later get response, I can get at it quick without entering code again, yada yada. But at least I know I am somewhat safe that it will lock and require a passcode if left for a time and somebody gets hold of it (though I know a 4 digit numeric code is not all that strong...it is at least a deterent).

Jan 13, 2008 8:16 PM in response to Jeffrey Ellis

I have my new iphone pretty recent and the sliding to unlock is kind of nuisance. But i have set up a passcode for protection. Just now I was entering my passcode but my code was not registering and therefore can't get in. I tried turning it off and on again but I keep getting the screen "enter passcode". what do I do. I'm still pretty ignorant with the features of it and this happens. Help, pls

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