Cell phones: Maximum iPhone download speeds
Maximum iPhone download speeds
by BeatleMegaFan - 10/3/08 5:06 PMI read this here article and wondered if the iPhone 3G could attain higher speeds in the near future. AppleInsider mentions that AT&T plans to roll out a HSPA+ network, theoretically providing users with a 20Mbps download speed at max. So, I wonder: will the current iPhone 3G accept these higher speeds? Or is the Infineon radio chipset limited to a certain speed due to its design? I think it will only go up to 3.6-7.2Mbps or so, but you never know. If my iPhone could take those speeds, its usefulness and longevity would increase significantly I'm sure. Responses appreciated.
-BMF
new chip needed to get higher than 7.2
by Pepe7 - 10/3/08 8:58 PM In reply to: Maximum iPhone download speeds by BeatleMegaFanTo the best of my knowledge that chipset maxes out at 7.2. By the time ATT increases speeds past that point, there will be a much faster version for sale on a much improved network 
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Alright
by BeatleMegaFan - 10/3/08 9:40 PM In reply to: new chip needed to get higher than 7.2 by Pepe7that's what I heard. Just wanted to be sure.
If AT&T's network plans aren't going to come into effect for awhile, that leaves me wondering what the next iPhone will have. Apple can't wait several years just to introduce a new 4G model, so future revisions will have to focus on other selling points and features. 3G is here to stay in the States for awhile longer. Pity that the Japanese are rolling out 1Gbps networks now while FiOS tops out at 50Mbps... I wish the American telecom companies could get their act together and upgrade all of their landlines and wireless networks. Anyway, thanks for the response.
-BMF
iPhone
by birdmantd - 10/4/08 5:03 AM In reply to: Alright by BeatleMegaFanKeep in mind that in the US that there is a pesky organization called the FCC that can restrict deployment of newer cellular technology. When Japan deploys new networks there is a much smaller area to cover than the United States. There are several factors in play to releasing 4G in the US. I do agree that At&t is dragging their feet in deploying 3G but the new economic conditions aren't going to help speed that deployment.
I know
by BeatleMegaFan - 10/4/08 3:22 PM In reply to: iPhone by birdmantdI find it really troubling that a whole country will be able to get 1Gbps download speeds while in the U.S. the telecom companies struggle to get any connection over 10Mbps or so installed in just one city. All of the faster fiber optic services offered by Verizon and AT&T are only available to a few people. Cable isn't that great either. I'm not saying that AT&T is doing a bad job with their 3G rollout. I've been pretty happy with my 3G service. I just find it disappointing that none of the companies are really trying to upgrade their existing services to match what our foreign neighbors are offering. Ah well something's bound to come in the next few years right? 
-BMF
OK, but...
by Pepe7 - 10/4/08 8:55 AM In reply to: Alright by BeatleMegaFanBefore we start using our phones like the Star Trek crew used their transporter <vbg>, how about Apple improving things like display/UI, utilizing a faster processor and allowing more user control over what apps are permitted(?) A lot of people don't need higher speeds but simply want a few extras in combination with a network/handset that will actually let you make & hold a call & grab some email .
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True
by BeatleMegaFan - 10/4/08 3:06 PM In reply to: OK, but... by Pepe7Improvements are always welcome. Faster processor speeds + a larger variety of developers will bring about even more unique and interesting programs to use. That's a good thing. I think that Apple should look at some of the programs that they rejected recently and compare them to some of the useless apps that are floating around the App Store. The App Store is great, but the app submission and approval processes look like they need some work.
A lot of people just want their phone to take calls and check their email, but I switched to an iPhone so I could do everything on it. It's easier to use an iPhone than to carry your laptop everywhere, so achieving broadband-like speeds is a bit important to me. I prefer having real internet access everywhere, and this is possible with the iPhone. If some of the developers write a good remote computer management app for a good price, using faster 3G or 4G speeds makes that sort of thing much better. I could use that (Jaadu VNC and MochaVNC don't appeal to me too much).
-BMF
I went w/ a Tilt
by Pepe7 - 10/4/08 3:18 PM In reply to: True by BeatleMegaFanThe main reason I went w/ a Tilt/WM6 is because I can shape the device as I please . Not to mention, I was able to unlock the phone immediately for use on the network of my choice when travelling. That's a big plus IMO, along with not having to deal with the connectivity issues faced by a lot of iPhone owners right now. I use the same network but have nothing but a good experience w/ 3G on my device. My only wish is that it could be a little more responsive sometimes. The free WM6 RD app I just downloaded works pretty well though.
best,
Pedro
Connectivity issues?
by BeatleMegaFan - 10/4/08 3:34 PM In reply to: I went w/ a Tilt by Pepe7I have to admit, the iPhone is picky about EDGE and 3G networks, but once it hops on 3G, which is 90% of the time or so, it works really well. That 2.1 update did the trick for me. Some people are complaining either because their signal icon is not at 5 bars or because it's not as fast as the commercials or a computer. My iPhone averages 1/6 to 1/3 of my DSL connection; in the few places where it peaks at 1.7Mbps on 3G, it is lightning fast, and it shows too. Heck, the whole device works better whenever there's a good signal. That's great. Overall, I've been quite satisfied with the iPhone. I was just wanted to know how long I could make this last.
Some friends of mine have the original iPhone, and it's really funny how the old iPhone looks nicer with its aluminum coat compared to the new plastic 3G model, although the black color looks good too. But, when I hold the two together, I find that the new plastic back and the curved form factor are nicer to hold. Quite a few tradeoffs with this phone: less battery life because of 3G, plastic back to allow better radio signals, etc. Ah well, it's worth it. 
-BMF
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