I had the same problem, i took the iphone 4 to a recognized technician and he fixed the problem, it was a hardware problem, the part of the iphone responsable for reception and transmiting i think it is the antenna and the technician replaced it and now the iphone 4 is working smoothly. If youre disappointed by the reception problems on the new iphone, why not allow cnet. Apples explanation for iphone 4 signal reception problem is inaccurate at best, and disingenuous at worst, reads the email. The second issue is one in which the signal strength indicator bars on the iphone 4 would inaccurately reflect the strength or lack of it of network reception. Apples previous advice for iphone 4 owners to overcome the problem of the device losing signal was to not place your hand on the lower left corner. One such bug faced by the users is the iphone 4 signal problem. Apple confesses to simple and surprising software slipup. In such a critical situation all the basic functioning become out of reach including calls or messages. To see the version of carrier settings on your device, tap settings general about and look next to carrier.
Change wifi calling preferences to cellular preferred or cellular only to prevent wifi calling issues from interfering with the signal. The signal problem is the reason that we did not cite the iphone 4 as a recommended model, even though its score in our other tests placed it atop our latest ratings of smart phones, released. Jul 02, 2010 apple said the reported reception issues with the iphone 4 come down to a signal display problem in which the bars are calculated wrong. So, i have figured out that if i make a cup with my hand and cover the upper part of my iphone 4 no contact needed, the wifi signal drops to 0 in a matter of miliseconds.
Having trouble with the signal performance of your iphone 4. Nov 01, 2011 this is showing an iphone 4 with mobile signal problems. Jul 14, 2010 by problem partner kristin samuelson if youre an iphone 4 user, youve most likely heard the buzz surrounding the phones reception snafu. Upon investigation, we were stunned to find that the formula we use to calculate. What this will do is that it will prevent the skin of your hands to get in contact with the iphone. One simple solution to this iphone 4 signal problem is to buy an external case for your iphone 4. Jul 20, 2018 ways to fix iphone 4 signal problem get an external case. Is it true that an apple iphone with ios 8 keeps losing the carrier network signal frequently.
In this problem the users experienced a low signal whenever their hand was over the antenna of the phone on the left hand side of the phone. Find the right cell phone signal booster or repeater for your iphone 4 or 4s. However, i never realized i inadvertedly fixed the issue until just 10 minutes ago. So given below are the ways by which you can fix this iphone 4 signal problem. Additionally, when using a bumper we cant recreate the signal loss. This problem can happen if you disconnect the battery or if the battery get disconnected by it. In an open letter, apple said the issue has been present in. This is showing an iphone 4 with mobile signal problems. The iphone 4 is a smartphone that was designed and marketed by apple inc. Sep 02, 2019 this is the quick and easy method for all iphone, ipad model users, in some situation your iphone drop the network connectivity one of the most popular situation is, after use lift in apartment or basement of building people lost the network signal and after all no signal label on iphone status menu. Theres been a lot action in the icloud community to unlock or bypass icloud. The magazine confirmed the signal loss issue in its testing laboratories while also finding no comparable loss in other smartphones, including. If your carrier is searching for signal or showing no service message, follow this guide. Apples clean hands may have dirtied iphone 4 signal wired.
Turn off wifi to make sure youre using tmobile network. Apr 27, 2012 how to connect two routers on one home network using a lan cable stock router netgeartplink duration. If you see no service or searching on your iphone or ipad. Apples bumper case alleviates the iphone 4 signalloss. How to connect two routers on one home network using a lan cable stock router netgeartplink duration. Fix signal dropping no service problem in iphone after ios. Fix signal dropping no service problem in iphone after. If you have done a repair only on your iphone 4 or 4s only to realize your phone has lost its cellular signal this video fix it. The signal problem is the reason that we did not cite the iphone 4 as a recommended model, even though its score in our other tests placed it atop the latest ratings of smart phones that were. This is an example of signal loss that happens when holding the outer edge of the iphone 4. Reports of call and data signalstrength problems in the new iphone 4 surfaced within hours of the smartphones launch last week. Jun 24, 2010 admittedly, this isnt a problem that exists only for the iphone 4 weve seen reports of the same behavior on previous generations the 3g and 3gs, and there is a running thread about this. Its a matter of some conjecture as to whether or not apple was aware of this problem before the iphone 4 went on sale. Apple claims that the iphone 4 reception problem doesnt exist.
The magazine confirmed the signal loss issue in its testing laboratories while also finding no comparable loss in. Its iphone launch day, but all is not perfect in appleland there seems to be serious issues with signal quality. If i turn on my 3g the signal drops to 5 to 21, i have sent it to apple and they said that there is nothing wrong. Okay so the signal of my iphone just drop to no service for like 4 5 hours maybe 3, and it is really annoying that i have to reboot it again and again. At first we didnt notice any issues with signal strength.
Iphone 4s antenna and signal loss test consume reports. The problem the iphone 4 experiences with its antenna has to do with whats called bridging the antenna. Get rid of iphone 4 reception problems once and for all. Rumor has it that part of the problem is softwarerelated. It is the fourth generation iphone, succeeding the 3gs and preceding the 4s. The iphone 7 and iphone 7 plus signal strength connection has been reported by many using the internet on the iphone 7 and iphone 7 plus. See also 5 ways to fix iphone 4 keyboard lagging issue. When consumer reports first announced its nonrecommendation of the iphone 4, its engineers suggested consumers fix the lost signal by covering the antenna gap with a piece of duct tape.
We tried to replicate the problem with our own iphone 4 models, fresh from the apple store this morning. Related posts on iphone 8 no service or signal how to fix it the easy way. Whoa, apple just admitted that theres an issue with the iphone 4s reception, but it might not be what you think. Apple promises software fix for iphone 4 signal bar problem. The metal bands surrounding the sides of the iphone 4 also acts as antennas for the device, and the signal drop problem seems to appear when a. Dec 04, 2010 so, i have figured out that if i make a cup with my hand and cover the upper part of my iphone 4 no contact needed, the wifi signal drops to 0 in a matter of miliseconds. Apple has determined that a small percentage of iphone 7 devices may show no service in the status bar even if cellular coverage is available, due to a component that has failed on the main logic board. Ways to fix iphone 4 signal problem get an external case. It has promised a software fix for the problem within a few weeks which will match that used in other phones. Apple responds to iphone 4 antenna problem pcworld. Make sure that your device is connected to a wifi or cellular network. The 4g signal drops to null in a sudden, and restores to full 4 bars in 23 seconds. The new iphone 11 pro max loses 4g signal from time to time every a few minutes when the wifi is off or no valid wifi hot spot is nearby.
Jun 25, 2010 the metal bands surrounding the sides of the iphone 4 also acts as antennas for the device, and the signal drop problem seems to appear when a user touches both of the black lines on the phones. Iphone 4 wifi signal reception problem macrumors forums. Consumer reports latest fix to iphone 4s signal problem. This occurs when a hand or finger covers the antenna area on the side of the iphone. Admittedly, this isnt a problem that exists only for the iphone 4 weve. Well have to see what happens when the software update arrives the iphone 3g and 3gs will get the fix too but my take. Due to this problem, we cant recommend the iphone 4. This last week we got new files to activate iphone 4 and get carrier signal, i didnt try, i dont have iphone 4 any more but here is the files with video tutorial, hope can work to some one, or even help to fix other iphones. Dec 15, 2012 the launch of iphone 4 in 2010 created a buzz all over the internet as mobile phone users yearned to own the new technology.
Apple officials as well as steve jobs respond to reports of iphone 4 weak signal issues tied to the phones antenna. Apr 06, 2018 the signal bars in the upperleft hand corner of your iphone have been replaced by searching, but the person standing next to you is chatting up a storm. This is the quick and easy method for all iphone, ipad model users, in some situation your iphone drop the network connectivity one of the most popular situation is, after use lift in apartment or basement of building people lost the network signal and after all no signal label on iphone status menu. Following a number of notable leaks, the iphone 4 was first unveiled on june 7, 2010, at apples worldwide developers conference in san francisco, and was released on june 24, 2010, in the united states, united kingdom, france, germany, and japan. In this article, ill explain why your iphone says searching and how to diagnose and fix the problem. Jul 12, 2010 due to this problem, we cant recommend the iphone 4. The problem, it appears, stems from the way apple has arranged the antennas around the metal surface.
Reports of call and data signal strength problems in the new iphone 4 surfaced within hours of the smartphones launch last week. Apple said the reported reception issues with the iphone 4 come down to a signal display problem in which the bars are calculated wrong. Apple needs to step up and make things right for the customers affected by it, and that may be what the company plans to do during a lastminute press. By problem partner kristin samuelson if youre an iphone 4 user, youve most likely heard the buzz surrounding the phones reception snafu. If the coverage map showed good coverage, perform a master reset. More signal and less noise, please, was originally published at. If you are using iphone 6 or iphone 5 and facing iphone 6 wifi issue, iphone 5 no sim issue or any other, visit technobezz. I have seen some people complaining that when they hold they iphone horizontally like watching youtube their wifi. Jun 29, 2010 well, like many of people here i had the obnoxious signal loosing issue that is affecting a staggering amount of iphone 4 users.
Interference between the human body and the circuit of the antenna can cause the iphone 4 to lose signal strength a. Apple admits iphone 4 signal issue, blames it on incorrect. The launch of iphone 4 in 2010 created a buzz all over the internet as mobile phone users yearned to own the new technology. If i turn on my 3g the signal drops to 5 to 21, i have sent it to. No service message appears on the iphone screen thus we are not able to operate our phone. If your iphone 4 has problems with its dropping calls and signal strength, youre probably looking for a solution.
And does it show a no service signal message at the topleft corner of. Signal issues no service troubleshooting tmobile support. This issue of the signal strength connection is even happening to some when using apps like facebook, snapchat, instagram, whatsapp, twitter and youtube. Did you know there is a secret code to improve iphone signal. Jul 02, 2010 well have to see what happens when the software update arrives the iphone 3g and 3gs will get the fix too but my take. Admittedly, this isnt a problem that exists only for the iphone 4 weve seen reports of the same behavior on previous generations the 3g and 3gs, and there is a running thread about this. Sep 17, 2010 how to fix iphone 4 signal issues with simple device, plus free bonus feature. Well, like many of people here i had the obnoxious signal loosing issue that is affecting a staggering amount of iphone 4 users. In this problem the users experienced a low signal whenever their hand was. Users who have upgraded to ios 4 on their iphone 3gs have noticed new reception issues.
If not, catch up on the news by reading our july 12 blog post. Consumer reports cant recommend iphone 4 due to signal. The iphone 4 has a welldocumented issue regarding its antenna case design that could cause someone to drop a call if they hold the iphone in a certain way. If an update is available, youll see an option to update your carrier settings. The signal bars in the upperleft hand corner of your iphone have been replaced by searching, but the person standing next to you is chatting up a storm. The exact number of people affected by the death grip the loss of a signal whenever the iphone 4 is held in the left hand remains a mystery. In this article we will share our thoughts on the iphones poor signal strength and three simple solutions to fix this problem. Apple says don t hold it like that apple has responded to the furore surrounding the iphone 4s antenna problem with its usual approach. No service and no cell coverage issues explained after installing ios 8 firmware on an iphone 4s, we quickly decided to try out the new features, not remembering to check the signal strength. They say that the dramatic drop in signal bars is explained by an erroneous signal display. How to fix iphone 4 signal issues with simple device, plus free bonus feature. How to fix signal strength on iphone 7 and iphone 7 plus. This problem lies in the design of the phones hardware, and can not be fixed with any software updates or new parts. Some even suggested that it was simply ios 4 causing the problem, because they could see similar issues when holding the iphone 3g.