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iPhone 4: Attuned to antenna issues
Reception problems have plagued the latest version of Apple's smartphone from the start. There's been much debate surrounding the cause, ranging from how users hold the phone to whether the problem is one of hardware or software. The company has acknowledged the issue, but some people aren't buying its explanation.
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Steve Jobs grits teeth, solves the iPhone 4 'crisis'
Apple CEO Steve Jobs was clearly not happy about having to address the iPhone 4's antenna, but giving away free cases will make the headache go away.
Poking holes in Apple's iPhone 4 antenna explanation
Saying it was "stunned" by its mistake, the company will issue a software update to fix how it calculates signal strength on its iPhones. So does that settle things, really?
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WSJ: Papermaster left Apple over 'cultural incompatibility'
Mobile hardware engineering chief's exit may not have been solely related to iPhone 4 antenna issues. A report says it was due to his failure to thrive in Apple's corporate culture.
Papermaster out as Apple's mobile hardware chief
The executive Apple fought IBM for just over a year ago leaves Apple in the wake of the iPhone 4 antenna mess.
Apple's free bumpers: There's an app for that
You won't have to wait in line at a store to get your free case. You will have to download an app and wait 3-5 weeks for delivery. All told, not bad.
Poll: Are you satisfied with Apple's free bumpers?
If you're an iPhone 4 customer, CNET wants to hear from you. Are you satisfied with Apple free iPhone 4 bumper giveaway?
Steve Jobs grits teeth, solves the iPhone 4 'crisis'
Apple CEO Steve Jobs was clearly not happy about having to address the iPhone 4's antenna, but giving away free cases will make the headache go away.
Apple announces free case for iPhone 4 users
Existing customers who already purchased a special case for their iPhone 4s in hopes of preventing signal errors will get a refund.
No iPhone 4 recall, Journal says
Apple does not plan to issue a product recall for the iPhone 4 at its planned news conference Friday, according to The Wall Street Journal.
What we know about iPhone 4's antenna (FAQ)
As we prepare for Apple's press conference Friday, CNET outlines what it knows so far about the antenna and what it expects from the press conference.
Analyst says Apple has a hardware fix for iPhone 4
Analyst Ashok Kumar says supply chain checks show the company has come up with a design fix that "more adequately insulates the transceiver module."
iPhone 4 signal bar software fix now out
Apple issues iOS 4.0.1 to customers via iTunes. The update is intended to more accurately display how the iPhone's signal bar strength is calculated.
Sen. Schumer to Apple: Offer free antenna fix
In open letter to Steve Jobs, New York senator calls on Apple to be more transparent about iPhone 4 antenna problems and provide users with free solution.
Report: Jobs was told of iPhone 4 antenna problem
Apple's chief executive and a phone service provider were both made aware of reception problems caused by the iPhone 4 antenna, Bloomberg reports.
Apple addressing iPhone 4 issues Friday?
Apple is holding a press event regarding the iPhone 4 at 10 a.m., according to a report from CNET blogger Jim Dalrymple. Recall, free rubber bumpers, or something else?
iOS 4.1 update released to developers
It includes the signal bar display change, upgraded Bluetooth support, and access to a redesigned GameCenter, but it's unclear if it addresses reported antenna issues.
Spinmeisters sound off on Apple's communications breakdown
Apple's handling of the iPhone 4 antenna problem has, to put it charitably, not gone over well. We went to some PR experts to ask them what they would do.
Analyst: iPhone 4 recall would cost $1.5 billion
A more likely resolution is that Apple would offer free rubber bumper cases to address antenna interference, according to Bernstein Research's Toni Sacconaghi.
Consumer Reports says it can't recommend the iPhone 4
Though it continues to rate the iPhone 4 highly, Consumer Reports recommends the older iPhone 3GS over the iPhone 4 due to the latter's ongoing antenna issues.
Reporters' Roundtable: What's the iPhone 4's problem?
The phone's radio problems can't be solved with a software fix, no matter what Apple says. We talk with CNET's Maggie Reardon and AnandTech's Brian Klug about what's really wrong with the iPhone 4.
iPhone software fix won't solve reception issues
A call with Apple Care confirms what we expected: Apple's coming software update will only address the signal strength meter and not the antenna reception issues.
Putting the iPhone 4 to the test
You may see your bars drop when you hold the iPhone 4 a certain way, but how does that affect the handset's performance? CNET is conducting tests to find an answer.
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