Consumer Reports declares Apple addressed antenna issue with iPhone 4S

Consumer Reports on Tuesday announced it is recommending the iPhone 4S to customers, stating that Apple's latest handset "doesn't suffer the reception problem we found in its predecessor."

Sam Oliver 14 years ago 100

Inside Apple's iPhone 4S and its improved antenna: 'S' is for Signal

The new iPhone 4S features a redesigned antenna design that allows for better reception and faster wireless data speeds, a tweak that should further distance Apple from the "antennagate" controversy that occurred around the launch of the iPhone 4.

Neil Hughes 14 years ago 40

Consumer Reports claims Apple's Verizon iPhone 4 suffers same antenna issue

In testing the new Verizon CDMA iPhone 4, Consumer Reports has found that Apple's new smartphone experiences the same signal degrading antenna issue found in the GSM model released last year.

Slash Lane 15 years ago 104

White iPhone 4 seen in public, test finds issues with camera flash

As a white iPhone 4 was spotted in public, another handset constructed using leaked alleged official parts demonstrates issues with the camera flash.

Slash Lane 15 years ago 44

HTC echoes Apple in defense of HD7 'death grip' issue

Using language reminiscent of Apple's stance on the iPhone 4 antenna problem, Taiwanese handset maker HTC issued a statement Thursday defending its Windows Phone 7 HD7 smartphone from criticisms that it suffers from weakened signal strength when gripped.

Josh Ong 15 years ago 53

PCWorld reliability survey: Apple 'smoked the competition'

PCWorld this week released the results of its annual Reliability and Service Survey, and Apple won handily in the desktop, notebook and smartphone categories.

Katie Marsal 15 years ago 47

Apple field testing iPhone 4 revision, may add CDMA - rumor

Apple has begun field testing a new version of the iPhone, prompting continued speculation of an early 2011 launch of a CDMA-compatible iPhone, according to an unconfirmed report.

Josh Ong 15 years ago 27

Apple looking into iPhone 4 glass-breaking third-party cases - report

In an effort to avoid another public relations debacle, Apple is investigating scratching and cracking of the iPhone 4's glass panel back caused by third-party cases, a new report claims.

Josh Ong 15 years ago 61

Consumer Reports condemns end of iPhone 4 free case program

Consumer Reports responded negatively to Apple's discontinuation of the free iPhone 4 case program, refusing to recommend the iPhone 4.

Josh Ong 15 years ago 188

End of Apple's iPhone 4 Case Program seen as benefit to shareholders

Apple's conclusion of the iPhone 4 Case Program, but extended offer of free protective Bumpers for customers who contact AppleCare, is a positive for customers that will also likely benefit AAPL shareholders, one analyst believes.

Neil Hughes 15 years ago 71

Apple announces iPhone 4 Case Program will conclude on Sept. 30

Customers who buy an iPhone 4 after Sept. 30 will not be able to request a free case through Apple's "Case Program," but they will be able to contact AppleCare to request a free Bumper.

AppleInsider Staff 15 years ago 56

iPhone 4 antenna issue 'topical,' but users more interested in Verizon

A new survey of cell phone users found that 20 percent of potential buyers let the iPhone 4 antenna affect their purchasing decision, but three times as many expressed dismay that Apple's smartphone is not available on U.S. carrier Verizon.

Neil Hughes 15 years ago 82

Mexico's Telcel claims iPhone 4 antenna hardware fix in the works

An executive with Mexican carrier Telcel has suggested that Apple plans to release a revised iPhone 4 with a tweaked antenna design after the company's free case giveaway expires at the end of September.

Slash Lane 15 years ago 62

Papermaster's Apple exit a result of falling out with Steve Jobs

Mark Papermaster's departure from Apple is said to be a result of "cultural incompatibility" and losing the trust of Chief Executive Steve Jobs, and not solely a result of the iPhone 4 "antennagate."

Sam Oliver 15 years ago 61

iPhone 4 owners report fewer dropped calls than iPhone 3GS

A new survey of iPhone 4 users has found that owners of Apple's latest handset have experienced fewer dropped calls than those who own an iPhone 3GS, suggesting the real-world impact of the iPhone 4 antenna issue is a non-factor.

Neil Hughes 15 years ago 84

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