Opinion: Nokia N9 does have superior signal

We have heard regularly that the polycarbonate body of the Nokia N9 is supposed to increase signal strength. Unfortunately, I’m not qualified to conduct proper RF tests, but I have conducted my “unofficial, unqualified and possibly inaccurate test”.

My test was simple. Compare the signal strength of two phones (N9 and N8) operating on the same carrier and at the same location. Obviously, all I did was look at the signal indicators on the two devices, and I said, this is most likely inaccurate. (Actually, it definitely is, as I am going solely on the UI indicator.)

Aside from this, I am also basing my judgement on my experience in using the two phones in various daily locations/activities (work, school, local shopping centre etc.)

So, as the photos below show, the N9 does receive better signal. This supports my experiences, as I used to find at school, very poor signal with more down-time than up, and when it was, the 3G network connection was painful. Now, thankfully I have signal the majority of the time, (still occasionally drops connection) and a much better 3G connection (due to the fact of having better coverage). In other areas that I used to never get any reception, I am finding I’m at least getting two bars, sometimes more. In my opinion, it must be saying something about the device, as my carrier has not changed.

So I know there’s not really anything professional about what I’ve done, and it’s pretty much just my opinion (that’s why I put “Judgement” in the heading), but I am definitely noticing an increase in the reception on my N9 from the N8. Those that have the N9, let me know what you think in the comment section, and I’ll update the post to reflect it.

Michael

Category: Nokia, Nseries, Rant