Apple iPad’s WiFi Problems
With just a few days since the launch date, early owners of the Apple iPad have already identified key issues that need to be resolved.
The Apple iPad is an impressive device, it works as a web browser, an eBook reader, a gaming device and as a media player. Put in the map function and photo viewer and you have an all in one information and entertainment access gadget. The touch screen user interface and the slim build of the iPad are also major factors that make it one of the most accessible devices to own.
The device was launched in the US last April 3 and had enjoyed quite the sales performance. Estimates place the day one sales at 300,000 units and the running figures have grown to 700,000 –making the predictions of the possible 1 million sales figures by the end of the week quite plausible.
However, this does not mean that the iPad has had a smooth ride since its launch date. In fact, in a matter of days, issues regarding the device’s WiFi connectivity have been brought up by many owners. While the problem only seems to affect certain units, the volume of complaints is significant enough to warrant Apple’s attention.
Fortunately, Apple has been able to isolate the problem to some degree –it appears that the iPad has problem connecting to routers that use dual band technology. Some experts have suggested that owners change their router settings and split up the two bands. It is a good solution, but it will affect the settings of other devices connecting to the network. In any case, iPad owners are still waiting for Apple to come up with a universal patch that would set things straight for all users.
Find out more about the WiFi issues on the Apple iPad at Softpedia.
Tags: Apple, Apple-iPad, AppleiPhone
April 9th, 2010 at 10:35 am
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