Getting a Free iPhone 4 Case from Apple
On July 23, 2010 Apple began allowing iPhone 4 owners to receive a free case or bumper in the hopes of fixing the notorious antenna reception problems caused by holding in a way that attenuates the antenna. Here is how you can get your free case or bumper from your iPhone, from your computer, or as a refund.
Steps
From Your iPhone
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[/caption] Go to the App Store on your iPhone and search for "iPhone 4 case program". Select the app that appears on top of the list.
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[/caption] Click the blue button marked "Free" to begin downloading the app.
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[/caption] Press "Get Started" and then select the case or bumper you want. You can view details of the cases available by clicking each case.
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[caption id="" align="alignright" width="203" caption="Now wait 3-5 weeks."]
[/caption] Follow the prompts to confirm your address information. Wait at least 3-5 weeks for your free case to arrive by mail.
From Your Computer
- Navigate directly to theĀ App Store via this link.
- Download the app as you would any other iPhone app.
- Sync with iTunes via the USB cable.
- Open the app on your iPhone and follow the "On Your iPhone" instructions above.