2.1 advantages over 2.02

[Ratpack1961]

I'm debating upgrading my jailbroken iphone from 2.02 to 2.1, though I've noticed alot of people having difficulty with getting the 2.1 restore to work. I had been told that 2.1 allows for faster browsing, but another person told me that 2.1 caused their 2G iphone (my model also) to slow to a crawl.

Since most apps don't require 2.1 right now is there any real advantage over 2.02 that makes 2.1 a must get?

 

[GoCubsGo]

No actually my 2G iPhone backs up in minutes (I have at least 3 pages of "other" apps) and I would say browsing is the same, maybe faster but definitely not slower.

Unlike the 2.0.1 update that temporarily screwed my phone, I have found the 2.1 update to be great.

 

[bdsmyth]

Definitely worth it, if only for the improved backup speed alone (among other small tweaks).

 

[vexatia]

My reception has improved dramatically under 2.1. Where before I would have 0-2 3G bars, I now have 2-5 3G bars, resulting in fewer dropped calls and better internet access.