This is an experimental technology
Because this technology's specification has not stabilized, check the compatibility table for the proper prefixes to use in various browsers. Also note that the syntax and behavior of an experimental technology is subject to change in future versions of browsers as the spec changes.
The DeviceProximityEvent
interface provides information about the distance of a nearby physical object using the proximity sensor of a device.
Properties
DeviceProximityEvent.max
Read only- The maximum sensing distance the sensor is able to report, in centimeters.
DeviceProximityEvent.min
Read only- The minimum sensing distance the sensor is able to report, in centimeters. Ususally zero.
DeviceProximityEvent.value
Read only- The current device proximity, in centimeters.
Examples
window.addEventListener('deviceproximity', function(event) {
console.log("value: " + event.value, "max: " + event.max, "min: " + event.min
);
});
Specifications
Specification | Status | Comment |
---|---|---|
Proximity Events The definition of 'Proximity Events' in that specification. |
Candidate Recommendation | Initial specification |
Browser compatibility
Feature | Chrome | Firefox (Gecko) | Internet Explorer | Opera | Safari |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Basic support | Not supported | (Yes) | Not supported | Not supported | Not supported |
Feature | Android | Chrome for Android | Firefox Mobile (Gecko) | IE Mobile | Opera Mobile | Safari Mobile |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Basic support | Not supported | Not supported | 15.0 (15.0) | Not supported | Not supported | Not supported |