In this guide, we will show you the steps to fix the issue wherein Pixel 6A/6/pro tends to dial a contact or open random apps when in the pocket. We have already covered a plethora of bugs and issues that have been bugging the sixth iteration of Pixel devices right since their launch, both across the hardware and software front. These issues started with Android 12 and things haven’t gotten any better with Android 13 either.
Adding to the misery, there has been another issue going on since day 1 but it didn’t receive much attention until now. Numerous users have voiced their concern that whenever their Pixel 6 is kept in their pocket, it tends to open any random app, dial a phone call to any random person, enable DND Mode, turn on Airplane Mode, send a message via WhatsApp, etc.
Not only does these results in an embarrassing situation for them, but it could also lead to something more serious, especially when airplane mode gets enabled or a call to an emergency contact is made. So is there a way to put an end t this fiasco? Well, there does exist a nifty workaround that might help you fix this issue. So without further ado, let’s check it out.
Fix Pixel 6 dialing contacts or opening random apps when in pocket
Tap to Wake and Lift to Wake are accessible features that allow you to check the pending notifications and carry out other related tasks, without even the need to unlock your phone. While it is quite a handy feature, however, as of now, they are the culprit behind the underlying issue and hence you should disable them right away, using the instructions given below:
- Head over to the Settings menu on your device.
- Then go to the Display > Lock Screen section.
- Now go to Tap to Check Phone and disable the toggle next to it.
- After that, go to Lift to Check Phone and disable it as well.
That’s it. This should fix the issue wherein Pixel 6A/6/Pro tends to dial a contact or open random apps when in the pocket. If you have any queries concerning the aforementioned steps, do let us know in the comments. We will get back to you with a solution at the earliest.
