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Apple's IPhone 3G Firmware Update Bombs

Posted by CmdrTaco on from the oops-they-did-it-again dept.

JagsLive writes "After lots of complaints about iPhone 3G connection issues, Apple released a firmware update Monday with hopes it would fix the issues. But early reports suggest it didn't work as planned. Complaints have included dropped calls, abrupt network switches, poor reception, and service interruptions. Apple declined to offer details about its iPhone 2.0.1 update, other than saying it included 'bug fixes.' However, comments in Apple's support forum say plenty about the latest attempt to rectify poor user experiences. In fact, the update seems to be causing new issues, apparently interfering with the GPS function, among others."

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  1. Re:Tough to fix hardware issue with firmware patch by Lumpy · · Score: 0, Flamebait

    If apple was a good company they would issue a "please return your iphone to your nearest store and pick up your FREE replacement."

    But the chances of that happening are zero. apple has never did a recall and replace of defective equipment.

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  2. I buy Apple because it just WORKS! by C_Kode · · Score: 0, Flamebait

    Go ahead and mod me down you a-holes! :D :D :D

  3. Re:Obligatory... by ggvaidya · · Score: 0, Flamebait

    Doesn't defective by design imply a DRM story?

    No, that's GNU/Defective By Design. Unfortunately some people have been using the entire "Defective by Design" phrase without acknowledging all the people who worked towards creating the EMACS editor with which it was composed.

  4. Re:Tough to fix hardware issue with firmware patch by homey+of+my+owney · · Score: 0, Flamebait

    Just to clarify the incessant anti Apple spin - There a 2.0.2 version release available of over 2 days. That said, 3G still sucks.