iPhone OS 2.0.2 fails to fix 3G reception issues, apps problems
Ben Wilson | Aug 20, 2008
A Swedish researcher said he thinks he's discovered why the iPhone 3G has a hard time connecting to 3G networks.
Unfortunately, a resolution to widespread, frustrating 3G reception issues is not among those fixes. In fact, some users have reported that the update manifests poorer 3G reception than 2.0.1, with devices now giving a "No Service" message in previously 3G-accessible locations.
"I use to get one to three bars of 3G service in my house and now I can't make a call," wrote an Apple poster. "I have to switch off the 3G to get any bars. Things are going the wrong way!"
Even worse, many users are experiencing incompatibility with previously operational third-party applications. "Yes, I have about 15 apps loaded and now only eight to ten work with the new 2.0.2 software," said a user. Some are reporting even worse predicaments. "All my downloaded applications crash within 5 seconds of being opened," said another person. "Restarting the phone and reapplying update has done nothing to fix it."
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Palm leaks Treo Pro photos and videos
Tom Krazit | Aug 20, 2008
Palm's Treo Pro isn't quite official yet, but after two leaks, there's a lot of information out there already.
(Credit: Slashgear)
Palm jumped the gun on the introduction of the Treo Pro on Tuesday, briefly posting a few pictures and a video on its site before yanking them down.
Fortunately or unfortunately, depending on whether you work in Palm's marketing department or if you're a Palm fanboy, the Internet captures all. Electronista and Slashgear grabbed the photos and video, which have since been scattered far and wide across the Web.
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Is the GrooveShield Form the best iPhone 3G case yet?
Andrew Lim | Aug 20, 2008
The GrooveShield Form is very straightforward: It's shaped in such a way that it hugs your iPhone 3G perfectly and protects the back, corners and edges from scratches and general wear and tear.
Because of its thinness, the GrooveShield Form almost looks like it's part of the case and in fact many people who've seen ours thought we had some special-edition ninja iPhone--which is exactly what you want a case to look like.
Depending on your preference you can get the GrooveShield Form in black, pink, red and check. You'll be able to get your hands on a GrooveShield Form for around £13 (US$24), but a retailer has yet to be announced.
Via Crave UK
An iPhone software update to the rescue
Kent German | Aug 20, 2008
Yet, that seems to be just about the only change from the update. Apple promised that 2.0.2 would bring "bug fixes" (and did it it ever) but the company hasn't promised anything else. Like others I have noticed a slight improvement in the typing speed when using the keyboard, but that seems to be about it.
AppleInsider reported that in the music player the transition from list to Cover Flow mode has changed, but I'm not seeing a difference just yet. Perhaps, I'm looking in the wrong place, though, so if you find it please let me know. I haven't seen a difference in 3G reception, either, but (to be fair) there was never any promise that this update would fix that problem. Still, I maintain what I said earlier: Apple needs to acknowledge what's going on.
Are you noticing other changes from the update? If so, please let me know.
Via Crave CNET
SingTel announces pricing for iPhone 3G in Singapore
Damian Koh | Aug 19, 2008
SingTel will be offering three price plans with the iPhone 3G and these will come with a standard two-year operator contract.
iPhone handset pricing: Existing iPlans (with GST) |
||||
iOne Plus |
iTwo Value |
iTwo Plus |
iThree Plus |
|
| Monthly Fee | S$25.68 |
S$48.15 |
S$82.93 |
S$192.60 |
| Price of 8GB iPhone 3G | S$698 |
S$348 |
S$49 |
S$0 |
| Price of 16GB iPhone 3G | S$848 |
S$508 |
S$208 |
S$0 |
iPhone handset pricing: New iFlexi (with GST) |
||||
iFlexi Value |
iFlexi Plus |
iFlexi Premium |
||
| Monthly Fee | S$56 |
S$95 |
S$205 |
|
| Price of 8GB iPhone 3G | S$348 |
S$49 |
S$0 |
|
| Price of 16GB iPhone 3G | S$508 |
S$208 |
S$0 |
|
| Free data (3.6Mbps)* | 1GB |
2GB |
3GB |
|
| Incoming calls | Free
|
Free |
Free |
|
| Free outgoing minutes | 200 |
500 |
1,500 |
|
| Free SMS | 500 |
500 |
1,500 |
|
| Wi-Fi (512kbps) | Unlimited
|
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
|
*Only for customers who connect or recontract on an iFlexi plan before September 5.
The coveted handset will be available from 12.01am on August 22 at the SingTel Comcentre along Exeter Road and the sale will go on until 9pm on August 24. From August 25, the phone will be available at all Hello! retail stores.
There are no pre-paid options available and the handset has to be activated at the point of purchase in the store. Users will also need to register the handset, but this can be done via iTunes at home.
SingTel has also said that you can trade in your current mobile phone, though users will have to enquire in person with the operator.
More details to come and if you have any questions, hit us up in Talkback.
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