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FSMBP

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Jan 22, 2009
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oooh i thought it was supposed to be on the lock screen permanently :(

Then you could accidentally activate the camera in your pocket. With the double-tap, it is far more unlikely to accidentally double-tap your home button, then click the camera button.
 

306Designs

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Jun 19, 2011
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I'm glad Apple was smart about this and didn't allow backwards access to any other parts of the phone by doing this.
 
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