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Another Apple iPhone 4 Flaw: A Glitchy Proximity Sensor

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July 1, 2010
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Another Apple iPhone 4 Flaw: A Glitchy Proximity Sensor
Apple has more to worry about than just reception issues--many users report the new handset's proximity sensor is causing the screen to activate during phone calls. - Melissa J. Perenson, PCWorld
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