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Jobs says Signal Strength a "non issue"

Zunjine said:
Having had a bit of a think about this I've come to the conclusion that this issue really isn't that big of a deal.

Engadget, among others, have noted that the issue relating to sensitive areas on phones is well known and not limited to Apple devices. The thing is that this is the only device to have such clearly visible and easy to identify areas of sensitivity. Add to that the fact that no product by any other company comes under the kind of close scrutiny that Apple's iPhone does and you've got a big story out of what really isn't a big deal.

I can reproduce the issue on my iPhone 4 but I really have to try to make it happen. I don't see that as a problem. Under normal use I've not had an issue at all. Why would I worry about a theoretical problem that I can only reproduce on purpose?

It's understandable that people want their phone to be perfect in every way. I think Apple made a design choice here. They could get better reception with exposed antenna but that would mean a more obviouse area of sensitivity to reception degradation under specific circumstances. They made a call on that. You may not like their call or think they made the wrong one and that's why you can choose to purchase something else. In the end, it's only an issue if it's an issue and, for me, it isn't.
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One of the few sensible posts I've read on the issue. You won't last long around here.
 
iOrlando said:
well i will leave you guys to cry a river over this. just remember...please bring back the iphones tomorrow. so everyone else can get one.


just a few things to actually consider and not just wail.

1) if you actually take a look at how the majority of people hold the phone, the lower left corner is the best place on the phone to put this little divider. with every other part, you are more likely to come in contact using your fingers. try it out. (dont forget to surf the net, play games, etc...your plam is not on the lower left corner).
2) service and reception is actually improved for the iPhone 4.0 due to the new design. try it out.


tons of people have the new phone and run into no issue.

its just the 10-30 of you on here (out of how many sold) that are saying the same thing over and over again.

the issue will go away.
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Yeah guys return the phones so dumbasses can buy it used but at full price ;)
 
garp said:
It seems to be totally in his style. My email was about a cnaclled order and the replacement process. His reply:
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Well at least he responded! He never responded to my email about the missing iPhone that I had received from FedEx when my main complaint was that Apple could not give me a timeframe of when I would receive the replacement.

So-- like I said at least he (or his minion) responded.
 
mojoe24 said:
For those interested in returning their phone, would AT&T even let you out of there contract? AT&T doesn't have many phones to offer and none that I'd want to be stuck in a 2 year contract for.
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And I don't know anyone who holds the phone like that when browsing, but I do know that the left corner is nudged into my right palm when I browse.
 
Zunjine said:
Having had a bit of a think about this I've come to the conclusion that this issue really isn't that big of a deal.

Engadget, among others, have noted that the issue relating to sensitive areas on phones is well known and not limited to Apple devices. The thing is that this is the only device to have such clearly visible and easy to identify areas of sensitivity. Add to that the fact that no product by any other company comes under the kind of close scrutiny that Apple's iPhone does and you've got a big story out of what really isn't a big deal.

I can reproduce the issue on my iPhone 4 but I really have to try to make it happen. I don't see that as a problem. Under normal use I've not had an issue at all. Why would I worry about a theoretical problem that I can only reproduce on purpose?

It's understandable that people want their phone to be perfect in every way. I think Apple made a design choice here. They could get better reception with exposed antenna but that would mean a more obviouse area of sensitivity to reception degradation under specific circumstances. They made a call on that. You may not like their call or think they made the wrong one and that's why you can choose to purchase something else. In the end, it's only an issue if it's an issue and, for me, it isn't.
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Get your head out of your ass.

Look at the many, many videos that have been posted. We're talking about actual dropped calls and non-functoning data connections based on how you hold the phone, ffs.

There has never been such an unbelievably stupid issue in the industry before.

It's a cock-up of almighty proportions.
 
I just discovered the same problem on my Ipad!!!!

I just realized that when I hold the corner of my Ipad I cant make calls on that device either. Damn it Apple. Fix this!!!:mad::mad::mad::eek:
 
poetrydaze said:
The issue is now a MAJOR HEADLINE in the New York Times. That's bad.
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no, that's good. its's utter crap that they released a prody=uct with this kind of problem, and they need to make it right. everyone affected needs to bring pressure.

1. call apple and complain and get a case number.

2. call att and tell them you want a prorated refund for as long as it takes to fix the problem. with enough calls they will bring pressure on apple.

this phone is NOT as advertised. :mad:
 
Zunjine said:
Having had a bit of a think about this I've come to the conclusion that this issue really isn't that big of a deal.

Engadget, among others, have noted that the issue relating to sensitive areas on phones is well known and not limited to Apple devices. The thing is that this is the only device to have such clearly visible and easy to identify areas of sensitivity. Add to that the fact that no product by any other company comes under the kind of close scrutiny that Apple's iPhone does and you've got a big story out of what really isn't a big deal.

I can reproduce the issue on my iPhone 4 but I really have to try to make it happen. I don't see that as a problem. Under normal use I've not had an issue at all. Why would I worry about a theoretical problem that I can only reproduce on purpose?

It's understandable that people want their phone to be perfect in every way. I think Apple made a design choice here. They could get better reception with exposed antenna but that would mean a more obviouse area of sensitivity to reception degradation under specific circumstances. They made a call on that. You may not like their call or think they made the wrong one and that's why you can choose to purchase something else. In the end, it's only an issue if it's an issue and, for me, it isn't.
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I see where you are coming from. I keep flip flopping between feeling it's no big deal and like it's a complete disaster. I think it's easy to get caught up on how everyone else is feeling, and it makes it hard to make an objective decision. In other words if everyone is saying it's the worst thing ever it's hard not believe it.
 
This is terrible. I drop calls everytime I make a phone call. Ive owned the iPhone since the original so I think I know how to hold a phone.

Apple is way off base on this one!
 
I actually spoke with Apple tech support about the issue and they said that they were aware of the issue and actually suggested that I put a piece of tape over the antenna until they come up with a solution! This is crazy
 
Is Jobs kidding? Avoid holding it that way? Or just use our case? How about "just don't touch it and put it on speaker everywhere you go."
 
So i hold my iPhone 4 tight so it won't accidentally fall
At the same time I lose signal for holding my iPhone 4 the wrong way

WTF
 
Agree with Steve

This IS a non-issue. the 3gs bars were horrible, i4 is better, some idiot posts a you tube video and it blows up because of haters and rookie iPhone owners, go get a droid you posers
 
GreggM3 said:
I actually spoke with Apple tech support about the issue and they said that they were aware of the issue and actually suggested that I put a piece of tape over the antenna until they come up with a solution! This is crazy
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Looks like they're having a laugh now ...
 
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