Method and apparatus for transmitting in a communication device

摘要

A technique for activating a transmit mode of a communication device ( 100 ) is provided encompassing the steps of generating a light signal on an outer surface of the communication device; inhibiting the light signal; and activating the transmit mode of the communication device in response to the light signal being inhibited. A communication device ( 100 ) operating in accordance with this technique includes a light transmitting device ( 108 ); and a sensor ( 110 ) for sensing light generated by the light transmitting device, the sensor disabling a transmit mode when light is detected and enabling a transmit mode when light is inhibited.