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KinScreen - Screen on/off automation

Experience effortless control with gestures to keep your screen on & off automatically, saving battery life & enhancing convenience.

KinScreen
  • 6.1.2 Version
  • 3.9 Score
  • 702K+ Downloads
  • In-app purchases License
  • 3+ Content Rating
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CONS

Lacks clear documentation for settings

Overrides default screen timeout settings

Occasional inconsistency in functionality

Requires manual reactivation after phone lock

May conflict with other apps and battery-saving features

Some users find the initial setup complex or confusing

Premium version required for full feature accessibility

Issues reported after software updates on specific devices

Can be prone to glitches during use

Do you often find yourself tapping your screen to prevent it from turning off? Would you prefer to activate your screen without using the power button? 

KinScreen allows your display to stay on while you're engaged with your phone, yet it will shut off more rapidly when not in use to conserve battery life.

Brief Overview

🙌Initially launched in 2014, KinScreen is consistently enhanced based on user suggestions and requests for new features.

• Activate screen

- with a hand gesture

- by lifting up the device

• Deactivate screen

- by covering the screen (e.g., pocket, face down)

- by tilting it downwards

• Maintain screen activity

- while holding the phone (motion or angle)

- by waving over the display

- while utilizing specific applications

- during phone calls

- while charging

- manually through a widget, QuickSettings, or notification toggle

• Configure a distinct timeout for the lock screen

• Define a maximum duration for keeping the screen activated

• Functions effectively in low light conditions, unlike Samsung's Smart Stay

• Ad-free experience

🙌Customer support is crucial at TEQTIC. If you encounter any issues, please utilize the "Contact support" option within the app before posting a negative review! We typically respond to all inquiries within 48 hours, and often much faster.

💥Download now and stop worrying about keeping your screen active! Once you become familiar with its functionalities, you’ll likely miss it if you switch to another device!

Detailed Overview

•  Activate screen with gestures

Avoid excessive wear on your power button by using gestures to turn on the display. You can awaken the screen through the proximity sensor or by raising the device. Revealing the proximity sensor will cause the screen to light up automatically when you take the phone out of your pocket. Waving over this sensor is also effective when your hands are not clean! Additionally, you can set a tilt angle that activates the display when the phone is lifted (tilt to wake).

•  Automatically keep screen on

Select from multiple approaches that detect device usage and maintain the display activation. The motion detection method notices slight movements just from holding the device. Waving over the proximity sensor can also help keep the screen awake, optionally extending the timeout. The tilt angle feature allows the display to remain active even when it is propped up. You may also select to keep the screen illuminated while using specified apps, charging, or on a call (the display still turns off when you bring the phone to your ear).

• Quickly time out the screen to conserve battery

You can set the screen timeout duration for when none of the active functions are currently keeping it lit. If the display isn’t being actively maintained, it should quickly time out to save energy. The screen can turn off even sooner when the proximity sensor is covered (like when placed in a pocket) or when pointing straight down. Additionally, a separate timeout can be set specifically for the lock screen. KinScreen will refrain from turning off the display when other applications are preventing it from doing so, unless you have opted to deactivate the screen actively.

•  Resource Efficiency

KinScreen aims to be highly efficient and kind to your battery life. It uses minimal CPU and memory resources, and the usage of sensors is finely optimized. Some functionalities consume more power than others. Activating the display via tilt angle will use a notable amount of battery because it needs to keep the device awake to function correctly.

•  Premium Version

All functionalities are extensively customizable to fit your preferences. Fine-tuning numerical parameters is restricted in the free version. Consider upgrading to the premium version to fully unlock all customization options and support future updates!

•  Sensitive Permissions

The Accessibility Service permission is optional and utilized solely for the purpose of actively switching off the screen. Data collected via the Accessibility Service is not stored or shared in any manner.

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  • Version6.1.2
  • UpdateJul 20, 2025
  • DeveloperTEQTIC Apps LLC
  • CategoryTools
  • Requires AndroidAndroid 4.4+
  • Downloads702K+
  • Package Namecom.teqtic.kinscreen
  • Signature8ebfa99a360f2c5f494f2604832815b6
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  • Arnold Eventoff
    Arnold Eventoff

    This app does exactly what I wanted. It dims my screen during phone calls, which is so handy. It starts up on its own after I reboot my phone. It runs quietly in the background without causing any slowdowns or performance issues. It's like it’s not even there at all.

  • Todd Quigley
    Todd Quigley

    I wanted to keep my phone flat on the desk during meetings. Every time I needed to unmute, it was a hassle to press the side button to light up the screen. I couldn't find a "While in Call" option in standard Android. Then I found your program. It solved everything perfectly. I'm really grateful!

  • Doris Ayers
    Doris Ayers

    I recently started using this app and ran into a few problems trying to get it to work the way I wanted, even after getting the premium version. I decided to send an email with screenshots of my app settings. The developers replied quickly and identified the issue right away. They gave me a solution that worked perfectly. It’s clear they really care about their app and the users who support it!

  • Azag Thoth
    Azag Thoth

    Exciting news! I just got my hands on a Galaxy Note 8. It's like new but refurbished. However, the screen wouldn't stay on no matter what I tried. I learned this issue happens with many Samsung phones. I reached out to Samsung support, and their solution helped for a short time. I decided to search online and stumbled upon KinScreen. It sounds promising, so I downloaded it. So far, it works wonderfully! Plenty of settings to explore, but I’m keeping it simple for now. Best part? My screen stays on until I choose to turn it off. I feel really happy about this discovery!

  • Bob Moyotl
    Bob Moyotl

    KinScreen has been a game changer for me. It makes controlling the screen on and off so easy. I used it with my previous phone, but now on my Samsung Note 10+, it’s frustrating that third-party apps can't access the proximity sensor. Luckily, the new tilt control features in the app really help to work around that problem. Overall, the app runs smoothly and the developer is open to adding new features.

  • Azag Thoth
    Azag Thoth

    This app is a blast to play around with! I upgraded, and it's totally worth it for the full experience. The upgrade cost is super low. I found this app while trying to keep my lock screen on longer than three seconds. Now, it stays on for as long as I want! If you’ve felt the same frustration, definitely check this out! Just wanted to reaffirm my previous rating: triple ditto to everything I said before!

  • Doris Ayers
    Doris Ayers

    This app really shines on Android 10! My old wake lock toggle stopped working after the OS update. I explored other apps and scoured forums for solutions. Then I found this gem, the first one that actually worked on Android 10. Huge thanks! Just to add, it’s running like a dream on Android 12 too! Absolutely a must-have for me!

  • David Weatherwax
    David Weatherwax

    I've been using this app since 2019. Recently, I got a Nokia X10 and discovered it wasn't compatible. I reached out to the developer for help. We figured out that the proximity sensor struggles to communicate with the app at night because of low light. So during the day, the app works fine, but at night, it fails. The developer mentioned I could switch off the Proximity Sensor in the app settings and rely only on the Accelerometer. A big thanks to the developer for the solution!

  • Landon Hairston
    Landon Hairston

    What a fantastic solution! Dealing with Android devices that turn off the display during calls can be frustrating. When you're on speakerphone, trying to interact with the dialer feels impossible. Constantly keeping the screen on just to use buttons or mute is such a hassle. This app solves that problem by keeping the screen active while you're on a call. Plus, it has plenty of other uses too. Really grateful for this fix!

  • Robert Jet
    Robert Jet

    This app is amazing! I put it on the phone of a woman who had a stroke and was in the hospital. She struggled to locate that tiny power button to turn her phone on and bring the screen back during speaker calls. The app solved both problems effortlessly.

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  • Name: KinScreen
  • Package Name: com.teqtic.kinscreen
  • Signature: 8ebfa99a360f2c5f494f2604832815b6