SCREEN LOCK EXISTS!!!! IN 4.2 IPad UPDATE

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SCREEN LOCK EXISTS!!!! IN 4.2 IPad UPDATE

Simply DOUBLE TAP the home button and SWIPE the new multi-task menu that appears to RIGHT and you will find the Screen Lock Icon on the left side of this menu panel. Easy.

This is actually a good feature because you don't need to manually screen lock anymore and you can now change the volume and song of whatever you're listening to without leaving the Internet or book page that you're reading. I think it's quite good. just takes two clicks. big Deal.

Gateway, Windows 7

Posted on Nov 24, 2010 1:41 AM

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Andreass

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Nov 24, 2010 3:04 AM in response to Sayssayssays

Good morning ?

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VinnyHan

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Nov 24, 2010 3:21 AM in response to Sayssayssays

I think the point is that many people would rather have one physical orientation lock and one semi mute button than two mute buttons. And I am one of those folks.

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Sayssayssays Author

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Nov 24, 2010 4:04 AM in response to Sayssayssays

My point is that there are so many people complaining about this change that it is hard to actually find the new way to screen lock! Some people don't even realize that you can still do it. The mute feature of the switch is inconsequential to me since I wouldn't really mute the iPad ever but on the bright side, I prefer having a software-based screen-lock ability instead of finding the tiny switch every time. I still think the best part is that you can change the volume, brightness and skip tracks all from one convenient spot. overall I maintain my confidence in Apple's decision and I am very happy with this updated OS.

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Nov 24, 2010 4:07 AM in response to Sayssayssays

Sayssayssays wrote:
My point is that there are so many people complaining about this change that it is hard to actually find the new way to screen lock! Some people don't even realize that you can still do it.

You are so right. Just look at the big thread on this. A lot of people are under the impression that it has been removed.

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Sayssayssays Author

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Nov 24, 2010 4:22 AM in response to Sayssayssays

Yes! If one can't deal with a short process like this then an IPad isn't the device for you. I don't know what is, but buy something with more switches. iPhones, iPads, its all supposed to be a big simple screen with one major button on it.

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Nov 24, 2010 4:42 AM in response to Sayssayssays

Thanks for the info on the screen lock it's "brill". The update is also "brill" especially "Air Play, amazing simply amazing.

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Philly_Phan

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Nov 24, 2010 4:49 AM in response to Sayssayssays

I also get a laugh at the exaggerated importance regarding the change.

+"This is the worst thing that could have been done."+

+"My iPad is now useless."+

+"My employer had plans to buy a thousand iPads and those plans have been cancelled."+

+"I absolutely must have that switch because I lock and unlock twenty times every hour."+

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eveaudio

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Nov 24, 2010 5:21 AM in response to Sayssayssays

I, for one, used the rotation lock extensivly in my work. This is a big hassle. Why do we need a mute switch when you can simply hold the volume button down and get a mute in about 1/2 a second?

Apple, the least you could do is give US the option in the System Prefs screen. And I feel the same about iPhone - why can't this be the case across the board?

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Nov 24, 2010 5:22 AM in response to VinnyHan

Yes. That is the point. I have no use for a mute button. Kiser the screen lock button all the time! I really hate this change and would at least like a choice of how to use the button if they were going to change it.

Honestly, I thought it was a bug until I came to the forums.

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Philly_Phan

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Nov 24, 2010 5:46 AM in response to eveaudio

+"Why do we need a mute switch when you can simply hold the volume button down and get a mute in about 1/2 a second?"+

Please read the description of the functionality of the mute switch.

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Philly_Phan

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Nov 24, 2010 5:47 AM in response to Grove goddess

Your best alternative is to sell your iPad and purchase a competitive product that does what you want.

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eveaudio

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Nov 24, 2010 5:55 AM in response to Philly_Phan

You seem to have no concept about the relationship between product developers and constructive criticism from their users. My suggestion would allow each user to customize their experience - thus serving the entire client base.

Furthermore, this item did do what I am asking for previously. And seriously: do you buy a new piece of hardware every time something changes? Do you absolutly love everything the iPad does in its UI?

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Philly_Phan

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Nov 24, 2010 5:57 AM in response to eveaudio

+"Do you absolutly love everything the iPad does in its UI?"+

No, but I don't whine about those things that aren't exactly the way that I would prefer.

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