Droid X owner/ 3g vs. 1x on DINC

[sharpgator]

Just wanted to know if the DINC has a problem holding on to a 3g signal.

I have a DX and it has been a good phone except that it spontaneously switches from 3g to 1x constantly, even in areas of good signal. I have buddies with DINCs and they don't have the same problem, but I wanted to get a broader perspective. It seems that my problem is common on all Moto droids.

Thanks

 

[Medion]

I've heard of this problem on various phones to a small degree. For the most part, the same or similar radio is used in all phones on the same network. They have a similar degree of fallibility. You're just as likely to fix your 3G/1x switching by getting another Droid X as you are by getting an Incredible.

Also, you could be in a location that has this issue. Technically, Verizon has deployed 3G to their entire footprint, but you'll still see 1x in areas where 3G is overburdened. Changing phones won't fix this.

 

[olbriar]

The only time I see 1X is when I'm astounded to get any sort of connection at all. (like out in the middle of nowhere) I never lose my 3g when I have it. Are you sure you aren't on the fringe of coverage?

 

[euph_22]

I have not had this problem...occasionally I lose 3g for a short time (a few minutes to a couple hours), but I'm almost certain those are tower issues.

 

[sharpgator]

I am pretty confident this is a hardware issue. I can have a -49dbm signal showing 1x and be sitting right next to a friend with a DINC or VZW Iphone and they will both have 3g.

 

[olbriar]

You might try a battery pull reset. Power off the phone.. pull the battery for a few seconds and reinstall and power up. The phone is a little pc of sorts and needs a reboot now and then. This might solve your problem. One way or another it's an easy test.