LG VX-8100
will switching to a new 8100 fix reception problems?
I got the 8100, and I am not impressed with the reception. In most areas, where I'd normally get full bars with my lg vx4400, I am only getting one or two bars (out of 4) on my 8100. I have the software update (version 4), and live in Brooklyn NY. I've had this bad reception in Brooklyn NY, and in Longbranch NJ. I'm wondering if it pays to switch for switch for another 8100? Is it possible I just got a lemon?
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Just remember that every phone interprets the number of bars differently. In addition, every phone has different reception due to its design. What I've found different from old TDMA with CDMA is that this phone works absolutely fine with a single bar and in some cases no bars (although that becomes borderline). Signal strength isn't the end-all here. As long as you have at least two, even EVDO web access is quick...
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