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The first model of iPhone, Model A1203 with 4, 8, or 16 GB capacity and an aluminum back. Repair requires a significant amount of prying, and may require some soldering. This page aims to help users troubleshoot, fix, and seek help for the iPhone 2G.

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Why do I get low bars on my iPhone?

I have a iPhone 1st Generation. My sim card is activated and I've unlocked the phone. But it always says no service?? or in some areas it has very low bars. I know its a hardware issue because ive tried restores and still nothing. Also i got it off eBay and it has a small crack at the bottom of the screen...please help

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I could be a carrier issue, look for your carrier coverage first, if youre area has coverage, in my case, i have no signal inside my room and i have full bars over the kitchen, and my carrier says i dont have coverage on my street...

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A design flaw in the first gen iPhone was a metal back. The metal rear panel blocks and greatly reduces the strength of signal.

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