IPhone :: 4 Improved Reception Over 3GS?
Jun 27, 2010
Forgetting the issue where you purposely try to make it lose signal (really..who holds their phone like that?), have you guys seen an increase in signal compared to your 3gs? It seems like the external antenna would help. I was at Best Buy (all sold out btw) and a guy had one and I asked him to look at it. My 3gS had 2 bars 3g signal and his had 5 bars 3g signal so this was my only comparison. It seems the *3001#12345#* trick doesn't work on 4.0 anymore? Hows real world usage?
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Jun 14, 2010
I tried a search on this but nothing specific to this topic jumped out.I've read/heard about alot of improvements.... and I haven't listened to the entire keynote presentation yet, but was just wondering if there's been any discussion of the new design of the 4 actually improving phone call reception?
I've never been happy with my inconsistent ability to make actual phone calls with my original iPhone or my 3G, but that's not stopping me from getting the 4... however I would be happily surprised if the phone reception, espeically in the low signal areas is improved. Unfortunately in my neighborhood I happen to be in a spot where phone reception is hit/miss and when a phone call can be made actually talking so that I can be heard or hear others is rare.We also have a neighborhood pool and I'd love to be able to surf the net more consistently there while the kids are playing.... again, with my current iphone the signal is so poor it rarely works.
Just wondering if there has been any comments by Apple regarding expected improved reception with the new design or if it is more for freeing up space and for improving rigidity?Also it seems with the pre-4 models people used to complain that the way your held your phone and the location of the attenna was part of the reason for poor(er) reception. I can't say I ever experienced that, but it will be impossible to hold the new iphone 4 without touching the attenna!
I started this thread to discuss phone reception, but another topic I haven't heard specifically discussed is whether to expect the new A4 processor to actually speed up webpage loading? I know its an improved processor and should help with running multiple apps simultaneously (over the 3G or 3GS), but has anyone quoted technical speed of actually running apps being faster? Like running safari, loading apps, etc... And if they don't increase the RAM from previous models I think that's just a foolish mistake! I used to run a JB'd phone because I loved Backgrounder but eventually let the JB go.... but when I did use it, it was quite obvious that RAM limitations really hurt multitasking! Why would Apple add native multitasking and not bump up the RAM???
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Dec 17, 2011
I recently moved to a basement apartment and have trouble with reception - too much concrete i guess. Anyone know a way of boosting reception on a Blackberry Bold to get better reception quality in such a situation?
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Jun 28, 2012
I need help getting cell tower reception on my phone. Using China Unicom as Network Carrier. I am located in Guangzhou China (a major metropolis). The problem is not with the SIM Card itself because it has been tested and placed in other phones & it works well. Reception Bars fluctuate between 0-2 bars at most, both in and outdoors.Have noticed these problems since upgrading the phone to IOS 5.0 & now also on 5.1.1. No problem with Wi-Fi Networks. I have also tried Resetting the Network & taking out the SIM Card and putting it back in, but this has not helped.
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iPhone 3GS, iOS 5.1.1, Model MC637ZA Serial 83028W5VEDG
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Sep 10, 2010
A friend of mine wants to get an iPhone 4 but was told by an att rep. to wait after the free case program cause after is when the new and improved iPhone 4's will be shipped(antenna issue fixed).
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Jul 22, 2010
If anyone is still having problems with the signal strength, try turning off 3G and Location via Settings section. I constantly had only 1-2 bars, but once turning them off my signal has improved massively; now getting 5 bars 90% of the time. I reckon it is more 3G affecting the signal, but try with both off just to be sure. If it works, then turn on 3G only when needed.
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Jul 3, 2010
4 Reception vs. 3G/3GS reception
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Jan 14, 2010
I was just wondering if anyone has tried this hack? http://lightsandshapes.com/iphone-3g...ory-management
I have an iPhone 3G and I have tried deleting unused language packs and deleting launch daemons. However my phone is still so slow and sbsettings shows i have little to no memory free. I was thinking about trying it...is it safe?
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Oct 15, 2011
I'm noticing (ha) that there is better compatibility with notifications after my LTE upgrade.
Particularly, Sportacular (yahoo sports) now shows the actual score in the alert and the Cardio Trainer status bar alert fully shows the weekly calendar. Since moving to the xoom from a 2.1 android phone, I hadn't seen but blank notifications for these apps...
I'm not sure if this is the benefit of a wipe and reinstall on both the apps and the xoom, or if it's a feature!
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Jul 15, 2011
One of the reasons I wound up returning my D2 G during the trial period was iffy Bluetooth performance. I could not get phone to download the address book to my car's (BMW 328i) on board system, it constantly broke the connect, and generally did not work well. The situation seems to be night and day with the D3. Whatever Motorola has changed, is definitely for the better. It syncs ot my system instantly, offers a strong and crystal clear connection, and has been very stable overall.
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Sep 2, 2014
Product Name iPhone 4
Version IOS 7.1.2
my wifi is not working (location accuracy is improved when wifi is turned on.)
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iPhone 4, iOS 7.1.2, Serial Number 87032W4LA4T
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Jul 8, 2015
My WiFi signal has been significantly improved since android L. I used to frequently drop wifi while on my back patio. It hasnt happened once since lollipop.
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Jan 21, 2013
Getting a battery life increase with the smart actions app completely disabled. Before it was constantly running in the background even with no actions on so yesterday I disabled it completely and saw a very noticeable battery increase.does it really happened due to removal of smart actions app ?
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Jul 4, 2010
I just called a friend of mine that was planning on snagging an iPhone 4 within the next couple of weeks. He has a 3G and SWEARS BY using protective cases. He had multiple cases for his 3G. I asked him if he was going to get the new iPhone 4 anytime soon, and he replied "i'm going to wait until they get these reception issues fixed." I replied by saying, "well you use a case on your iPhone, so you shouldn't have any issues at all. In fact, I get BETTER signal strength with this iPhone." He went on to basically say that he was still going to wait until they fixed this "issue" with a software update. I don't understand why anyone that regularly uses a case on their iPhone, would be hesitant to buy the iPhone 4. A case shows the reception issue out the window. It's too bad all this bad publicity is making people think twice about buying this amazing phone. I know there are other issues besides the reception problem, but the reception issue is the most common. Everything else should be easily fixed by getting a replacement. I don't understand why there are still people complaining about sensor issues. Go get a replacement already.
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Jul 10, 2010
Has anyone gotten a bumper to fix the iphone reception issue and had it not help any? Will they replace your phone or just give you the run around?
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Jun 22, 2010
After upgrading my 3GS to iOS4 the 3G reception is much worse. In many places where I always have had 3G reception I now have only Edge. I have a friend who has exactly the same problem.Anybody else experiencing this?
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Jun 24, 2010
software glitch with ios 4.here it is being duplicated with a 3g.Internet- iphone reception issue on iphone 3g.mov here it is being duplicated on a 3gs.Internet- iphone 4 reception issue replicated on iphone 3gs running ios 4
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Mar 28, 2012
New Iphone 4s. Home area and seeems to get very poor reception. Any ideas? Causing lots of dropped calls. Old Droid never had this issue
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May 23, 2012
Today I noticed my iphone 4 stopped recieveng calls and texts (and outgoing). I updated my IOS but it did not fix the problem. When I tried removing the sim the phone did not recognise that I had taken it out. I still shown 2 bars on the reception WITH NO SIM!! What is going on? Has this ever happend before?
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iPhone 4, iOS 5.1.1
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Jul 6, 2012
My new Iphone 4S has very poor reception. Updated software as per apple's support team suggestion, tried different SIM & service providers but signals are 50% compared to my Nokia / samsung handsets. Apple service centre & support team refuses repair/replacement in India since phone was bought from US. Really shocked by this since APPLE warranty should be worldwide & since it is a manufacturing problem in such a high end phone it should be replaced at the nearest service centre in India.
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iPhone 4S, iOS 5.1.1
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Jun 23, 2010
I live in a marginal reception area for o2 (who doesn't!). My iphone 3G was far better than my 3GS at receiving the weak signal. Can any iPhone 4 user confirm how reception performs compared to the 3GS.
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Jun 25, 2010
I want you to try a couple of things based off what about to say. Today when I was around my house doing the normal everyday thing my phone at this time would have between 3-4 bars. As soon as I touched the left side slowly my phone dropped connection. (We all know this) Now the interesting part is today I was driving around and stoped by my local coffee shop. I looked at my phone and sure enough it was blue with full five bars. I tried every angle to touch the left side and guess what I could not get it to drop any bars. So I guess my point of this post is to see if people have tired this test in different spots just not around their office or home. I believe this issue is more widespread then customers are willing to admit or at least test.
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Jun 28, 2010
Anyone out there still having reception issues after fitting a case or bumper?
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Jun 30, 2010
So since I have been having the reception antenna issues I thought I would make an appointment and stop in to the Apple store today. I told the guy all my issues and he said we can either replace it or give you a bumper and see if it helps. I thought it would be a good idea if I started fresh with a new phone. He went in back and came out with a box that was NOT the nice small iPhone 4 retail box.
It was plastic looking like one of those small hardware screwdriver boxes with all the little bits. He opened the box and in it was an iPhone 4 surrounded in black foam and the phone was wrapped in a little bag. My first thought was this has to be a refurbished or one someone brought back that was having a different problem. He said "How could it be refurbished? The phone just came out." I didn't believe him cause he has a odd smirk on his face when he said it.....
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Jul 16, 2010
I have had a griffin reveal case on since day one, so the death grip really has meant nothing to me. My findings so far is that it gets far worse reception and dropped calls than my 3GS. In fact, living in miami where ATT signal is strong, I never had any problems with dropped calls on my 3GS. I also have the proximity sensor issue and am wondering if I just received a bad phone.
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Jul 22, 2010
I just got my unlocked iPhone 4. However, the reception is much worse compared to iPhone 3GS and 3G in the same place with same SIM-cards on two different carriers. iPhone 4 bars are always 3-5 smaller. Also, very often it is impossible to get service.I don't think this has anything to do with this widely known problem of touching iPhone since the problem is there even when I don't touch the iPhone. I have tried to restore the software and reset settings. Is there anything I could still try? Is it time to call Apple?
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Jun 29, 2010
So I waited patiently in line for my iPhone 4 at my local AT&T store this morning. I paid and then left with my brand new phone. I decided to test out the RF of the phone by driving through weak areas. Places where my 3gs and Bold 9700 lost signal the 4 held on strong (calling and texting too). There were a few places where all phones were lost as far as getting a signal, but the iPhone 4 had usable coverage in places others didn't. Later in the afternoon I left on vacation (at the hotel now) and the iPhone 4 held on where the other phones always lost it (the gaps between two towers). My brother complained he didn't have any signal (LG AT&T phone) and I looked at my iPhone 4 and had 2 bars EDGE. Got to the hotel and only had 2 bars 3G with the iPhone 4. I put my brother's sim in my 3gS and that phone remained at 'No Service'. It won't magically create signal, but IMO the iPhone 4 does an amazing job of finding service and holding on in fringe areas. With all of the "reception" issues, I thought I'd just like to point out not all of us are having the same issues.
*I've used BB 9700, 3GS, and v3xx all within the past 3 months or so.
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Apr 5, 2012
I got a iPhone 4S and from the iOs 5.1 update, i got slow wifi reception.
Info:iPhone 4S, iOS 5.1
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Jun 4, 2014
My iPhone is constantly losing reception. It will go from 4 or 5 bars down to 1 or 2. If I click airplane mode and then unclick it this will solve it, but it's still a problem.Â
This is happening way to often.Â
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iPhone 4, iOS 7.1.1
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Jun 29, 2010
I've had my phone for about and hour and I think the reception is worse than the previous one even when I'm not holding it.
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Mar 26, 2012
I had no issues with my Iphone 3GS , but since i changed from O2 to talkmobile.I am experiencing a very bad reception and showing no services!Contacted talkMobile they blame on Apple?
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iPhone 3GS, iOS 5.0.1
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