This problem is EXACTLY the same one plaguing us Apple TV users over the past year or so. Just bought an IPad this weekend and same thing is going on. Never have had this problem with any other equipment in my apartment ever. I'm guessing they're using the same technology for the IPad wifi as they have been the Apple TV wifi.
A huge problem. I've been losing my connection very 15-30 minutes or so just like Apple TV. Usually have to "renew lease" in my network connections to get IPad to re-establish wifi connection but noticed it just worked by powering off and powering back on (an option not available on ATV which always stays on when plugged in).
If this thread is monitored by Apple, see the mind-numbing insanity over this issue with ATV in the support threads. Thankfully, given how much Apple has invested in the IPad they'll hopefully fix this problem once and for all. Otherwise, I'm returning my IPad asap.
----I guess it's the implementation of N mode on the ipad. That may be not compatible with all the N routers out there. Would love to see a firmware update from Apple. --- Kappy
I use D-link extreme N wifi router.
No issues with me. I threw out all my linksys wifi routers that ALL of tehm had wifi issues.
My 802.11n access point has worked great for the last six months with my MacBook Air, 3 iPhones and a (sorry to say) Windows PC laptop. Add the iPad to the mix and I have to reset the access point every hour or so, turn off the iPad and it is solid again. Apple--what is going on??
This issue is almost a deal-breaker for me. I am new to Apple- no iPod, no iPhone so I was excited about this new toy. When it works it is great but I cannot move about my house without the connection dropping and being asked to join the network constantly. I actually have now memorized nonsense network settings and an alphabet soup password. Extremely annoying especially in the middle of streaming a TV show. I wonder how many returns they get? I am pretty disgusted and feel ripped off if I returne and have to pay the restocking fee. I do not want them to give me a replacement since it will just do the same. No problems with my PC or wireless laptop.
I knew I should have waited..... too bad Apple did not see this as an opportunity to lure those of us from the PC darkside to the Apple brand with a great new device. Nevermore
From a financial perspective, I think you're right. Apple has billions in the bank and can EASILY ride this out without doing anything BUT what will make them fix it is the tarnished reputations. This is their new revolutionary, magical device that can only connect via wifi. I am positive they'll fix it as long as it's a software or firmware fix. There's no way in **** they'd do a recall if it's a design issue.
under the circumstances you may very well not have to pay a restocking fee. Complain vehemently to store management if they try to stick you with one. Alternatively, complain to your credit card company if you paid with a cc. the best solution is to work it out with the store. Be FIRM.
Thanks David- fortunately the return was hassle-free. I got some dumb looks and denials that anyone at the store heard about problems with the iPad. I did not make a stink or point out that iPad issues were being discussed all over the internet. I figured with a full refund I was ahead of the game so I took the money and ran. Still loads of people in the store playing with the iPad and buying it. I sincerely hope Apple can work out the bugs- when it worked, I absolutely LOVED it!
Good luck to everyone who decides to keep the first generation iPad.
I don't think that Apple uses any special settings to make the iPad connect to their WIFI connection, but I think that my Genius mentioned that Apple's, relatively small, store had FIVE routers in operation.
I believe the that RANGE of the iPad is the question. A user with a router in the corner of the room will probably see no problems. If the router is at the other end of the house, I think there may be big problems with the iPad (even if other devices work fine).
If somebody with both a working WIFI iTouch and iPad would slowly walk away from their router and report at what distance each device loses its WIFI connection, my hunch is that the iPad will fail at a MUCH CLOSER range than the iTouch (or MacBook, etc).
I have contacted "Consumers Reports" suggesting just such a test. Since interest is high on this matter, they MIGHT just do it.
what kind of cordless phone do you have in your home?
try unplugging it to see if it resolves your problems.
I have a DECT 6.0 cordless phone and no wifi issues
