Band-aids to Solve the iPhone 4 Antenna Problem
For those of you who think bumpers are overkill.
On Friday, Apple said it had been working for three weeks to try and come up with a fix for the antenna problem. Whether the 'free cases for all' bit that came next was the final solution or just an interim fix is not known. However, Steve did say they'll reevaluate in the fall and jokingly added, "Maybe Eminem will come out with a band-aid that goes over the corner and everyone will want that."
Well, it looks like one opportunistic Etsy user took Steve's joke and ran with it. For just under five bucks you can get five "antenn-aids." They look just like the plasters you'd put over a scraped knee or elbow, but they're stickers for the corner of your iPhone 4. The idea is that by bridging the gap between the two antennae with something other than your finger or hand, your death-grip will have a less than deadly affect.
It's $4.99 (plus at least $0.99 shipping) more expensive than the free case Apple will give you, but if you're not a case person, it's a fairly cheap alternative. You could also just buy a pack of normal plasters and trim them down to size.
(iPhone Savior via Gizmodo)
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A poorly designed product that becomes a hype despite an easy to fix flaw that sharply reduces the device's usability is always a great way to make a few extra bucks for creative piggybackers.
The poor antenna design is a feature implemented to support smaller manufacturers of patches, bumper cases and other accessories. Buy an iPhone and support the local economy!
I think the easiest solution to this whole problem is to just cover the antenna with a little clear nail polish.
If done right it should be almost invisible and fix the problem.
What about a piece of scotch tape??
I think the easiest solution to this whole problem is to just cover the antenna with a little clear nail polish.If done right it should be almost invisible and fix the problem.
I think the easiest solution would just be to not buy one in the first place.
Apple has not been trying to fix this issue for 3 weeks, but spent 3 weeks trying to find other phones that had the same problem. They failed.
I'm sorry, but if I had this phone, I would want a case on it regardless. It's retarded to not put it in a case, so it doesn't get scratched up. And that fixes the antenna problem to boot.
Don't know why it's such a big deal.
I think the easiest solution to this whole problem is to just cover the antenna with a little clear nail polish.If done right it should be almost invisible and fix the problem.
Nail polish doesn't last long. It'll wear out in days.
So tired of useless iPhone articles. Yes, WE ALL KNOW that it has a problem and we do not need an article for EVERY SINGLE tiny fix that random people come up with. Dear god.
Seriously THG - who the hell still gives a f..k about this rubbish? It's not even news anymore!
I'm sorry, but if I had this phone, I would want a case on it regardless. It's retarded to not put it in a case, so it doesn't get scratched up. And that fixes the antenna problem to boot. Don't know why it's such a big deal.
Look at the iPhone's price. At such a steep price tag, you expect a well-engineered product with attention to detail. An antenna that doesn't work properly without an ugly case isn't exactly evidence of that, is it?
And for me, Apple's efforts to deny the problem, hush it up and then say it's common in the mobile phone industry made it far worse. They made a mistake like every big brand has done at some point, but they weren't honest and frank enough to admit it and that's just weak...
What's next, condoms?
A poorly designed product that becomes a hype despite an easy to fix flaw that sharply reduces the device's usability is always a great way to make a few extra bucks for creative piggybackers. The poor antenna design is a feature implemented to support smaller manufacturers of patches, bumper cases and other accessories. Buy an iPhone and support the local economy!
Sucks to be you (pointed at all "moron" apple bashers)....
This is soon to be a total non-issue as everyone gobbles up free cases and buys bandaids!
Looks like the metaphor has become literal.
Sucks to be you (pointed at all "moron" apple bashers)....This is soon to be a total non-issue as everyone gobbles up free cases and buys bandaids!
And, to add to my comment...
In the end this will be good publicity for apple.
Sales will surge at the "value add" of a free case.
Moan and whine as you will but that what will happen. HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA apple bashers!
way to go!
A poorly designed product that becomes a hype despite an easy to fix flaw that sharply reduces the device's usability is always a great way to make a few extra bucks for creative piggybackers. The poor antenna design is a feature implemented to support smaller manufacturers of patches, bumper cases and other accessories. Buy an iPhone and support the local economy!
just Return it
I dont think freebies will compensate for sales lost due to widespread reports of antenna fails.
I have no feeling towards apple one way or the other, but this sounds like a phone that does everything except make phone calls
What about a piece of scotch tape??
Kapton tape, like Anandtech did.
also many sites offer you to print you own "sticker skin" with custom images... I want mine to say "Don't Panic"
I'm sorry, but if I had this phone, I would want a case on it regardless. It's retarded to not put it in a case, so it doesn't get scratched up. And that fixes the antenna problem to boot. Don't know why it's such a big deal.
I want to know how many I Phones have been actually returned by unhappy customers?
I think these bandaids are witty.
No no, ALL iPHONES (not just 4) should get this. They are wounded and in need of a band-aid. Serious.
Look at the iPhone's price. At such a steep price tag, you expect a well-engineered product with attention to detail. An antenna that doesn't work properly without an ugly case isn't exactly evidence of that, is it?And for me, Apple's efforts to deny the problem, hush it up and then say it's common in the mobile phone industry made it far worse. They made a mistake like every big brand has done at some point, but they weren't honest and frank enough to admit it and that's just weak...
yeah, it was weak on their part, and they should have said something right away instead of all this backwards shit they are doing.
If you are buying any phone, whether it's a iPhone or Droid, to not put a case on the phone is just dumb. Why not protect the phone to make it last longer. I still use the original 3G iphone. The phone is still in perfect condition, even though it's been dropped a bunch of times. I'll wait for otterbox or switcheasy to come out with a case for the 4 before I buy one, and then I won't have to worry about an "ugly case" or have the reception issues.
I think the easiest solution would just be to not buy one in the first place.
Amen to that.
I want to know how many I Phones have been actually returned by unhappy customers?
LOL Apple Fanbois giving up their Apple products?
I still think the Senator's letter is what tipped the iceberg.
I rather upgrade my pc or stock up on food before prices go through the roof.
The problem with this is that the antenna might get healed.
It's 50 Cent, not Eminem, you freaking geezers!
I think the easiest solution to this whole problem is to just cover the antenna with a little clear nail polish.If done right it should be almost invisible and fix the problem.
I am sure everyone is gonna jump on the idea of putting ENAMEL on their new iPhone. Anyway, Steve Jobs is seriously proving to be a tool. Just to hear about a snide ass remark using Eminem as the fulcrum is just sleazy.
Rrrrr. the Iphone be needing an I-patch, not a bandaid.
i'm glad i hate ifones.
Best solution, dont purchase it - Get something that works!