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Apple Posts Differences Between CDMA and GSM iPhone 4

Guest Author ∙ Updated April 3, 2018

Yesterday, we posted a data speed comparison, comparing AT&T and Verizon networks. While Verizon seemed to do better than AT&T in every way (in the San Francisco area, at least), it looks like the Verizon iPhone has some shortcomings as well.

Although we missed it, it seems that Apple had posted a comparison chart last week, detailing the differences between the GSM and CDMA versions of the iPhone. This comparison chart solely focuses on how the GSM and CDMA versions of the iPhone handle calls...

Using an iPhone Makes You More Attractive Than Using An iPad

Guest Author ∙ Updated October 10, 2018

If you've been trying to impress a significant other with your iPad, it probably won't work. According to Retrevo's Gadgetology study, using an iPad is lower on the list of things men and women find attractive. Actually, it's even less attractive than reading a book.

Just in time for Valentine's Day, Retrevo asked consumers whether they notice other people's gadgets and how someone’s gadgets affect their opinions of them. The results show that using an iPad is the least likely thing a person would be attracted to...

Verizon iPhone Not as Successful as They Want You to Believe

Sébastien Page ∙ February 10, 2011

Last week, Verizon started taking pre-orders for the iPhone 4 and issued a press release later on, highlighting how this pre-order day was the best day ever in terms of sales for Verizon. Because the press release didn't mention any number of units sold, I called BS on it and speculated that sales were probably much smaller than expected.

Today is the big day for Verizon. It's the first day where anyone and everyone can walk in a store (Apple, Verizon, Walmart, etc) and go home with a brand new Verizon iPhone. So I decided to jump in my car and go to the Apple Store and Verizon Store near me to see how they were doing. I expected 10 people or less at each store, but it seems I was too optimistic...

Walmart, Everybody and Their Mother, to Carry Verizon iPhone

Jeff Benjamin ∙ February 10, 2011

So, today is officially V-day, a.k.a. Verizon day. To celebrate, everyone's invited, and I do mean, everyone.

Walmart is the latest retailer to get their grubby hands on the Verizon iPhone 4 at launch, making it apparent that Apple wants to move the iPhone 4 into commodity status.

Not that the iPhone 4 was some rare luxury device to begin with or anything, but c'mon, it's Walmart...

Guess What’s Available for Order Today? (Hint: It Rhymes With Horizon MyPhone)

Jeff Benjamin ∙ February 9, 2011

Up until now, those wishing to hop on Big Red's iPhone 4 train had to be existing customers. Back on February 3rd, those customers were able pre-order during an event that supposedly resulted in record sales figures.

While we're still a bit skeptical about the numbers, there's no doubt that the prospect of having the iPhone on an alternative carrier in the States is an idea that the masses relish.

Feeling left out? Fret not, because the Verizon iPhone 4 is now available for purchase, even if you aren't an existing Verizon customer...

New Verizon iPhone Has Antenna Issues Too

Sébastien Page ∙ February 8, 2011

Just when you thought we were done with the antennagate, a new video from iLounge surfaced, showing that the Verizon iPhone is also affected by an antenna issue. When held in the prior "death grip" position, the Verizon iPhone loses substantial cellular signal, just like we previously saw with GSM iPhone 4.

Additionally, the CDMA iPhone 4 seems to be affected by a loss of wifi signal when held snugly in landscape mode. Both issues seem to be taken care of with the use of a case...

How to Update to iOS 4.2.1 and Preserve iPhone 4 1.59.00 Baseband

Guest Author ∙ February 3, 2011

Now that Greenpois0n RC5 finally provides the long awaited iOS 4.2.1 untethered jailbreak (without the need of SHSH Blobs), many iPhone 4 owners with unlocked iPhones' have been told to hold off upgrading to 4.2.1 as you will lose the ability to unlock (for now).

But thanks to TinyUmbrella developer @notcom, there is now a way to upgrade to iOS 4.2.1 without upgrading your baseband. Unfortunately, currently you will only be able to unlock your iPhone 4 on the older 1.59.00 baseband (modem firmware). So if you are not on the older baseband, you will not be able to unlock your iPhone 4.

For those of you with the older 1.59.00 baseband, follow the guide below to preserve your iPhone 4 baseband and unlock and jailbreak your iPhone 4 on iOS 4.2.1...

Verizon iPhone 4 Available for Pre-Order Tomorrow

Sébastien Page ∙ Updated May 26, 2017

According to a Press Release from Apple, all existing Verizon customer will be able to pre-order an iPhone 4 tomorrow from Apple or Verizon's website to be picked up or delivered beginning on the 10th of the month.

"Beginning on Wednesday, February 9, all qualified customers will be able to order an iPhone 4 on Verizon through the Apple Store (www.apple.com) for delivery or reserve for in-store pick up beginning February 10.

Beginning at 7 a.m. local time on Thursday, February 10, iPhone 4 on Verizon will be available to all qualified customers at Apple’s retail stores. iPhone 4 will also be available at more than 2,000 Verizon Wireless Communication Stores nationwide."

Apple’s Co-founder, Steve Wozniak, Confirms That the White iPhone 4 Will Ship Soon

Alex Heath ∙ January 31, 2011

Apple's co-founder, Steve Wozniak, recently confirmed that issues with the infamous white iPhone 4 are fixed and that the product would be ready to ship in the near future. In an interview with Engadget, Woz addressed some of the mysterious problems that have been preventing the white iPhone 4 from shipping.

According to Woz, the white paint was not the only problem with the mythical unicorn. The white iPhone parts were causing the iPhone's camera to malfunction.

In the interview, Woz claims that Apple has fixed the production line issues with the white iPhone 4, and that shipping should begin in the distant future...

3DBoard Versus DeepEnd – Which iPhone 3D Jailbreak Tweak Reigns Supreme?

Jeff Benjamin ∙ Updated February 14, 2011

When we first posted about 3DBoard -- a jailbreak tweak for the iPhone that lends a 3D effect to your Home screen -- we were excited. When Ryan Petrich one-upped the release of 3DBoard with his own tweak entitled DeepEnd, we were delighted.

That's because not only was DeepEnd available first, it kept a few extra dollars in our pockets by being free. But free doesn't necessarily mean better; after all, you get what you pay for, or do you?

Check inside for the full video evidence, as we compare these two popular iPhone jailbreak tweaks head-to-head...

The ’80s Called And It Wants Its Case Back

Alex Heath ∙ Updated January 24, 2016

You gotta love the 1980s. In 1989, a gallon of gas was only 97 cents. Those were the days.

"Mobile" phones were huge in the '80s. In fact, they were the largest they've ever been. Plastic shells, giant battery packs and long antennas probably come to mind. In the '90s, phones started getting drastically thinner and more compact. In 2004, the Motorola RAZR shellshocked the mobile market and phones started getting super thin and light.

For those of us who like to feel nostalgic...

iTunes 10.1.2 Conveniently Drops Before the Verizon iPhone 4 Launch, Apple Hides Details From Upgraders

Jeff Benjamin ∙ January 28, 2011

Everything seems to be falling into place for a fairly smooth Verizon iPhone 4 launch. The announcement was made, pricing details have been released, and the pre-order arrangement has been established. Hmm, what's left?

What about an iTunes update so that you can actually use your iPhone when you receive it? Apple has you covered there as well, with the recently pushed iTunes 10.1.2 update.

Can you guess what this latest update includes?