His lordship, Steve Jobs, was scrambling during the now infamous reception press conference. Under scrutiny for horrendous reception problems, Jobs attempted to deflect some of the accusations aimed at Apple towards other mobile manufacturers, such as RIM and Nokia. Jobs claimed that many smartphones suffered from the same reception problems that iPhone 4 users have encountered. Suffice to say, RIM and Nokia were not happy about having their devices compared to the iPhone 4 (how times have changed) and have retaliated in kind. RIM especially, released a very aggressive statement.
'Apple’s attempt to draw RIM into Apple’s self-made debacle is unacceptable. Apple’s claims about RIM products appear to be deliberate attempts to distort the public’s understanding of an antenna design issue and to deflect attention from Apple’s difficult situation. RIM is a global leader in antenna design and has been successfully designing industry-leading wireless data products with efficient and effective radio performance for over 20 years. During that time, RIM has avoided designs like the one Apple used in the iPhone 4 and instead has used innovative designs which reduce the risk for dropped calls, especially in areas of lower coverage. One thing is for certain, RIM’s customers don’t need to use a case for their BlackBerry smartphone to maintain proper connectivity. Apple clearly made certain design decisions and it should take responsibility for these decisions rather than trying to draw RIM and others into a situation that relates specifically to Apple.'
That comment about RIM phones not needing a case has to be the most stinging remark that Apple has heard in many years.
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