Why would they change their recommendation?
Apple haven't fixed anything, they've just papered over the cracks.
There is nothing broken. The phone works as it is designed. Free cases is a nice gesture for those who can't stop holding it wrong.
Why would they change their recommendation?
Apple haven't fixed anything, they've just papered over the cracks.
Which other phone loses 20dB when you hold it in your hand?
Don't like the Death Grip problem? Don't buy one.
Q: Who death grips their phone when making a call?
Solution: Hold phone normally. Make calls. Surf net. Go on with life.
did you not watch the videos apple posted or the hundreds of other videos on youtube showing other cell phones with the exact same issue?
please pay attention.
did you not watch the videos apple posted or the hundreds of other videos on youtube showing other cell phones with the exact same issue?
Can you explain the death grip to me?
I hold my phone with 3 fingers and a thumb (my palm doesn't even touch the phone).... My ring finger rests on the spot, and I do move it up, but a funny thing happens... I engage in conversation and I forget to give constant focus on my hand (err.. finger) position -- I know, I know, I should be able to focus on how I'm holding my phone and hold a conversation, but I guess I'm a little dense.
Oh, and as soon as I touch this spot, the person on the other end can't hear a single thing I say... If I don't move it quick enough, the call drops...
Is that the death grip everyone is talking about?
did you not watch the videos apple posted or the hundreds of other videos on youtube showing other cell phones with the exact same issue?
please pay attention.
While I agree with Consumer Report's conclusion, I suspect part of their decision may have been influenced by the potential limelight to be gained from this non-recomendation, such that it may be wise to regard this announcement with a grain of salt.
did you not watch the videos apple posted or the hundreds of other videos on youtube showing other cell phones with the exact same issue?
please pay attention.
I just called CR and will be canceling my subscription. I've had all the iPhone versions except for 3G and used the iPhone 4 for 3 weeks. It's an incredible phone and should be recommended by a huge margin. There are so many incredible features in the iPhone that also work simultaneously in concert with our Apple computers.
There is nothing broken. The phone works as it is designed. Free cases is a nice gesture for those who can't stop holding it wrong.
Explain this video and further explain how this is not a design flaw? Amazing no death grip needed!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-7tfH9oBQbk
Who doesn't put a case on an iPhone??? I am thinking that a smart person would have already done this. I for one have, even though i haven't had any issues. If you don't like it, then return thier iPhone. I think a free bumper is more than any other company would do. The problem with always giving people greatness is that you set yourself up to eventually fail. Maybe I could listen to them bitch if they were trying or have already made a perfect phone. Until then, they are just winey spoiled bratsNot a horrible fix - you are holding the phone wrong - the black mark on the band tells you where not to squeeze the phone. You may dislike Steve, but he was honest and I dare you to find any other tech CEO that will come out and show the problem with their device. He explained the issue. Apple is being upfront about as compared to other makers like HTC.
Writing negative things about products that can't be backed up with evidence would subject them to litigation. CR has been giving Not Recommended ratings to products they've found to be substandard for years. Do you really believe they suddenly hit on the brilliant idea to start making stuff up for their own marketing purposes?
Writing negative things about products that can't be backed up with evidence would subject them to litigation. CR has been giving Not Recommended ratings to products they've found to be substandard for years. Do you really believe they suddenly hit on the brilliant idea to start making stuff up for their own marketing purposes?
Of course not! Apple is!Jesus Christ... it's not like Consumer Reports is the end all and be all.
Shhhh! Don't try to use logic on the iTards. Consumer Reports doesn't LOVE Apple's iPhone, therefore Consumer Reports MUST suck. These the the limits of what some people here can process.CR has always rated Apple notebooks very highly. If you say that they have bizarre judgment then you must disregard their high praise for Apple products in the past as well.
Exactly, I've now scratched iPhone 4 as a remplacement for my 3GS. It's probably going to be a Galaxy S for me.
Last you'll hear me speak on this issue. Apple refuses to fix it. "Death Grip" is such an overblown term that confuses many fanboys anyhow. All you need is to lightly touch the phone with the tip of 1 finger. There is no grip required. No other phones is this prone to the problem, end of story.
CR are milking this for everything it's worth. The 'can't recommend' headline is pure link bait.
Who doesn't put a case on an iPhone??? I am thinking that a smart person would have already done this. I for one have, even though i haven't had any issues. If you don't like it, then return thier iPhone. I think a free bumper is more than any other company would do. The problem with always giving people greatness is that you set yourself up to eventually fail. Maybe I could listen to them bitch if they were trying or have already made a perfect phone. Until then, they are just winey spoiled brats
Those videos are of signal bars not actual numbers.. That's what he's asking for. There aren't any accept for what Anandtech and Consumer Reports did.
You might want to pay attention..