Before I return iPad: Is the WiFi problem software or hardware?

Obviously there is a problem with the iPad Wifi.
Dozens of threads full of unhappy owners here. Many
more on MacRumors.
I am getting ready to give up on the iPad. For $500 the
WiFi shouldn't be **** poor, dropping connections and
giving me low signal coverage.
Just one question. Has anyone figured out if this is a
hardware issue (antenna in bad place) or something that
can be fixed with a software update?
Software update I can wait for. Hardware I return this thing.
Oh, and if someone has a fix, please post it.
And yes, I did all these steps:
1. Reboot your router - just unplug it from the power.
2. Reset your network settings - Tap Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network settings. When your iPad restarts, tap Settings > WiFi > Other and re-enter your network name, security, and password.
Still bad WiFi coverage and losing of password. I have a Verizon Actiontech "G" router.
Message was edited by: NJ Ron
Message was edited by: NJ Ron

The only issue, if it turns out to be that, I'm experiencing is the seemingly low signal level.
Last night I formulated a theory that I've ALMOST convinced myself has some merit.
I'm wondering if the iPad's software conserves power by supplying the antenna as needed thereby helping to achieve the 10-12hrs of published run time?
In reading these many threads and performing various speed tests, I see my bars increase and decrease from a dot to full as needed a lot of the time.
Joe

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