Shouldn't the proximity sensor disable the screen during call w/headphones?

I've noticed that the proximity sensor does not automatically disable the touchscreen when I'm on a call if I have the headphones plugged in.Is this the case for others as well? Since I keep my 3GS in my pocket during these calls, what tends to happen is that the "end call" (or whatever it is called) button gets pressed from my movements and my call terminates at some point.
Does this make sense?

I am experiencing the same issue. This has not been fixed as of 7.0.3. It's a very annoying issue since it completely breaks the "hands-free" benefit of using siri. Now I always have to take the phone out of my pocket, voice dial, turn the screen off, and put the phone back in my pocket. very hard to do on a bike.

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