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Updates on iPhone 4 Antenna Problem Articles

Two updates on late night and morning news regarding the Apple iPhone 4’s antenna problem: First, the “Relax, it’s just an iPhone” quote was erroneously attributed to Steve Jobs by Boy Genius Report. The rest of the email exchange stands, according to them. Second update: There are now five iPhone 4 Federal class action suits…

Tech News Jesus Diaz Jul 1

Expert Says iPhone 4 Has the Best Smartphone Display

PCMag ran the Evo, the Droid X, the Droid Incredible, and the iPhone 4 through a gauntlet of tests to determine which really has best display. Here’s what DisplayMate President Dr. Raymond Soneira has to say about the results. PCMag tested the displays for brightness, contrast, color depth, and color accuracy. The iPhone 4’s display…

Tech News Kyle VanHemert Jul 1

eBay Sellers Flogging iPhone 4 Bumpers for $100

No-one’s biting, but the audacity. The audacity! It’s even worse that Apple trying to get away with flogging a piece of plastic for $30. [eBay via 9to5Mac] https://gizmodo.com/close-up-photos-of-the-iphone-4-bumper-case-5561140

Tech News Kat Hannaford Jul 1

Steve Jobs to Angry iPhone 4 User: “Calm down.” “Relax, it’s just a phone.”

A BGR reader wrote an angry email to an engineer and Steve Jobs about the iPhone 4’s antenna problem. Surprisingly, Jobs replied. And even while countless tests show voice and data problems, Jobs dismisses it all as “rumors”. Updated https://gizmodo.com/wireless-expert-on-iphone-4-antenna-we-got-a-problem-5576839 The angry email exchange comes after Apple acknowledged the problem publicly but sent guidelines to…

Tech News Jesus Diaz Jul 1

Vapor4 May Be the First Bumper Worthy of the iPhone 4

The iPhone 4 shatters easily, and its tiny plastic bezel offers no protection. On top of that, touching its metal rim causes interferences. The Vapor4 bumper—made of aluminum—may solve most of these design problems. And it looks great: https://gizmodo.com/apple-stops-replacing-shattered-iphone-4s-after-50-unit-5573009 Of course, nothing looks as cool as the iPhone 4 on its own, but if you…

Tech News Jesus Diaz Jul 1

First Crop of Music Videos Filmed on iPhone 4 Sound In

A couple of music videos have appeared online, both claiming to be the first-ever music video filmed with an iPhone 4. The Anix may’ve got in there first, on Monday, but Flakjakt‘s is a much better watch (and listen). Of course, it’s all subjective, and both are pleasingly polished videos, but there’s no arguing with…

Tech News Kat Hannaford Jul 1

Jon Ive On the Danger Of Sophisticated Tools

A good section of Core77’s (rare) Apple lead designer Jon Ive interview is about the danger of relying too much on technology to build technology. And the danger of not touching the materials you work with. [Core77]

Tech News Brian Lam Jul 1

First iPhone 4 Class Action Suit Filed Against Apple and AT&T (Updated)

The first iPhone 4 class action suit against Apple and AT&T has been filed today in the United States District Court for the District of Maryland. The lawsuit focus on the antenna design problems, making several claims: Updated https://gizmodo.com/wireless-expert-on-iphone-4-antenna-we-got-a-problem-5576839 • General Negligence (APPLE and AT&T) • Defect in Design, Manufacture, and Assembly (APPLE) • Breach…

Tech News Jesus Diaz Jun 30

Wireless Expert On iPhone 4 Antenna: We Got a Problem

Richard Gaywood—Ph.D in wireless network planning from Cardiff University—has tested the iPhone 4 communications problem. Before, he thought there were no problems. Now, his conclusion is clear: “The iPhone 4 is a fantastic device but a lousy phone.” http://gizmodo.com/5571171/iphone-4-loses-reception-when-you-hold-it-by-the-antenna-band Updated with new graphic showing the effect of Anandtech readings Gaywood performed various tests that analyzed…

Tech News Jesus Diaz Jun 30

Facebook App Updated for iOS 4

The Facebook app has gotten its iOS 4 facelift, with fast app switching and a few other goodies (Korean and Russian localizations, oh my!) making up the bulk of the improvements. There are also minor bug fixes and some higher-resolution icons. You can go ahead and pick Facebook 3.1.4 here. [Thanks, Casey!]

Tech News Brian Barrett Jun 30

If Only Finding the Perfect Boyfriend Were Really This Easy

When we last saw iPad DJ Rana June, she was just getting started. Now she’s picked up some tricks, bought an iPhone 4, and is looking for Prince Charming. Check out her amusing new music video, shot entirely with an iPhone 4. https://gizmodo.com/the-ipad-dj-5520913 The tune is called “Solace” and the video was shot entirely with…

Tech News Rosa Golijan Jun 30

Second Shipment of iPhone 4s On Their Way

The second shipment of iPhone 4s are on their way and will reach your door by July 7th. We don’t know what happened to the original July 2nd date of the second batch, but at least you didn’t have to deal with launch day lines, right? https://gizmodo.com/iphone-4-delayed-again-now-july-14th-5565259

Tech News Casey Chan Jun 30

Droid X NY Times Ad Sneaks In iPhone 4 Jab

Release the hounds! First Nokia writes a post about how holdable its phones are, and now Motorola’s touting that Droid X “allows you to hold the phone any way you like.” In this full-page NY Times ad, no less. https://gizmodo.com/nokia-gets-cheeky-and-says-you-can-hold-their-phones-ho-5574455 The iPhone 4’s antenna issues have been widely cataloged and acknowledged by Apple. On the…

Tech News Brian Barrett Jun 30

What FaceTime Looks Like Over 3G

Looks like crap, apparently. Okay, we’ll admit that FaceTime is cooler than we thought, but having it only work on Wi-Fi makes it less useful. But after seeing FaceTime fail over 3G, we’ll take less useless over being unusable. https://gizmodo.com/test-notes-facetime-5572045 The guys at LaptopMag tested out a FaceTime call over 3G by using the HTC…

Tech News Casey Chan Jun 30

Apple Wants Antenna Engineers for iPhone

What a coincidence: On June 23—exactly when you first reported about the iPhone 4’s antenna problem, Apple posts multiple request for antenna engineers for the iPhone. Too late? Too soon? Let the conspiracy theories begin. http://gizmodo.com/5571171/iphone-4-loses-reception-when-you-hold-it-by-the-antenna-band Antenna engineers, senior iPhone field validation engineers, iPhone over-the-air wireless system engineers… Maybe they need extra help to fix…

Tech News Jesus Diaz Jun 30

$19,500 Diamond iPhone 4 Comes With Free Ostrich Feet Case

The iPhone 4G Diamond Edition. Decorated with real diamonds. It costs $19,500—but comes with a free case made from ostrich feet. Such a great value. [Stuart Hughes]

Tech News Gary Cutlack Jun 30

Apple’s Internal iPhone 4 Antenna Troubleshooting Guidelines Leak

The folks at BGR got their hands on Apple’s internal iPhone 4 antenna troubleshooting procedures. This is what Apple representatives are supposed to follow when you call about your reception troubles. Of course, sometimes they even give the spiel word-by-word. http://gizmodo.com/5571171/iphone-4-loses-reception-when-you-hold-it-by-the-antenna-band As I read these guidelines provided by BGR’s source, I realized they sounded familiar.…

Tech News Rosa Golijan Jun 29

FaceTime: Perfect for Absentee Dads Everywhere

Click to viewSure, the way Apple pitches it, FaceTime is for touching moments. But let’s be a little more realistic about it. [CollegeHumor]

Tech News Adam Frucci Jun 29

Report: Verizon iPhone Coming In January

Bloomberg is reporting that Verizon will begin offering the iPhone in January. That’s according to their two unnamed sources “familiar with the plans,” although no more details were provided. It’s in line, though, with the last several months of rumblings. https://gizmodo.com/apple-in-high-level-iphone-talks-with-verizon-wireless-5228932 The timing is notably slightly different from the WSJ’s previous report of a Verizon-Apple…

Tech News Brian Barrett Jun 29

‘Wrap For That’ Vinyl Stickers Fix iPhone 4’s Reception Issue, Claims Manufacturer

Are you losing reception when you hold your iPhone 4? “A Wrap for That” is a vinyl sticker cut to fit the rim of your phone in a variety of colors for $10. Sigh. [A Wrap for That via Twitter] https://gizmodo.com/sign-here-if-you-think-apple-should-give-free-cases-to-5573177

Tech News Adam Frucci Jun 29

Updates on iPhone 4 Antenna Problem Articles

Expert Says iPhone 4 Has the Best Smartphone Display

eBay Sellers Flogging iPhone 4 Bumpers for $100

Steve Jobs to Angry iPhone 4 User: “Calm down.” “Relax, it’s just a phone.”

Vapor4 May Be the First Bumper Worthy of the iPhone 4

First Crop of Music Videos Filmed on iPhone 4 Sound In

Jon Ive On the Danger Of Sophisticated Tools

First iPhone 4 Class Action Suit Filed Against Apple and AT&T (Updated)

Wireless Expert On iPhone 4 Antenna: We Got a Problem

Facebook App Updated for iOS 4

If Only Finding the Perfect Boyfriend Were Really This Easy

Second Shipment of iPhone 4s On Their Way

Droid X NY Times Ad Sneaks In iPhone 4 Jab

What FaceTime Looks Like Over 3G

Apple Wants Antenna Engineers for iPhone

$19,500 Diamond iPhone 4 Comes With Free Ostrich Feet Case

Apple’s Internal iPhone 4 Antenna Troubleshooting Guidelines Leak

FaceTime: Perfect for Absentee Dads Everywhere

Report: Verizon iPhone Coming In January

‘Wrap For That’ Vinyl Stickers Fix iPhone 4’s Reception Issue, Claims Manufacturer

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