Apple addresses iPhone 4 antenna problems

Published on Jul 19, 2010

Steve Jobs responds to growing furore over iPhone 4 signal flaws

Published on Mar 17, 2011

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Apple announced that it would provide a free bumper case to all existing and new iPhone 4 users to resolve the much-hyped reception problem. For those, who already bought a case, would be entitled for reimbursement. Apple CEO Steve Jobs said that the company was aware about the reception issues associated with the phone during testing but didn't anticipated it to become a major issue as it was a common problem faced by smartphones. He further accepted that the new device was not perfect and the new buyers would receive a full refund if the device fails to deliver.The move would enable Apple to launch iPhone 4 internationally without any further challenges, thereby offsetting their negative coverage. The free bumper case offer would be valid until September 30, 2010. Apple said that the main problem lies with the software and not the antenna.Apple frontman played a video of its competing phones such as Blackberry, which too lost signal strength upon holding in different ways. However, reports state that covering the spot with a duct tape and a case would alleviate the reception problem. For a quick review of the July 16 press conference, click here.While designing iPhone 4, the company worked on the device by using the phone's outer casing as an antenna. This saved space but covered a spot on the lower left edge that blocked wireless signal. The growing signal flaw problem affected Apple's share price, which slipped $1.55 and closed at $249.90 on Friday. 

 

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