Today brought yet another story about the iPhone 4 antenna. An independent consulting firm has taken the time to do a full analysis of the antenna problem after the issue had finally dropped (see what I did there?).

This time around, PA Consulting Group concluded that the iPhone 4’s issue is in fact more substantial than other smart phones. Turns out, all phones suffer from a degradation of signal due to “death grip” but the death grip is particularly deathful on the iPhone 4. Here is the elaborate and conclusive testing documentation:

So what now? Apple is already offering free, “super cool” cases to be sent out at some point in the future. Does this kind of rigorous testing impact your decision to jump on the iPhone 4 bandwagon in the slightest? I haven’t had any more issues with the iPhone 4 than I’ve come to expect from previous models coupled with AT&T’s service. The screen is remarkable, but more than anything I’m pleased with the battery life. I don’t have to worry about burning through the battery with daily use. It’s definitely not perfect, but if it were we’d have nothing new, and shiny to get excited about next June.