Changing Your Router Settings for the iPad

For iPad owners who are using WiFi routers that use dual band technology, it is likely that the touch screen tablet has been working erratically, unable to connect or maintain a good stable connection to the network.

According to Apple, this problem is caused by the device’s lack of compatibility with dual band routers. Routers that use both 2.4GHz and 5.4GHz bands will have problems with the touch screen device one way or the other and according to the folks at Apple the best way to solve the issue is by changing the router settings.

It is a bit of a hassle when you have other devices that rely on your current settings -but if you are planning to get the iPad when it comes out in the UK and the rest of the world this coming April 24, then it is best that you know this little factoid beforehand.

Despite the fact that the solution is not a real fix (as opposed to patch to the iPad’s system settings which would help it connect to dual band networks –or maybe it is a hardware issue), this does show that Apple has been keeping a close eye on the public reaction towards their new device.

Aside from issues with the WiFi settings, owners of the tablet have also reported problems concerning the USB charging settings for the iPad as well as compatibility issues with iPhone apps. Some iPad units are having problems charging when the device is turned on, requiring users to switch off the device to charge.  As for the app issue, it appears that some apps for the iPhone will crash when it is loaded on the iPad.

Find out more about the WiFi issue with the iPad and see the step by step solutions for fixing the problem at Pocket Lint.