Does rubber banding exist in mobile casino apps or is it just desktop?

Are there any other cases of rubber-band casino games? Have you experienced rubber-banding in mobile casinos as well? I have read of complaints from players at live casino tables and in online slot machines, so does anyone know why mobile casinos aren’t immune to rubber banding?

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UIReadability
UIReadabilityAnswered on 12/22
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And rubber bands? Those are on mobile casinos too. Delays, bandwidth issues, slow downloads – these can all impact game speeds, particularly in slots and live-action games. In live dealer tables, I’ve seen a bet or spin get held before it’s dealt, for instance. Why? The mobile network is less reliable, and the app has to run on limited computing power.

But slot machines can also malfunction – for instance, the reels could freeze or a jackpot might be denied. This happens rarely enough that it would drive off only serious gamblers.

Based on my experience, live dealers are the most frustrating aspect of rubber banding. Players at a table will experience delays with a dealer’s actions, a wheel spinning slowly, or cards being dealt, depending on internet connection and server location.

Yes, mobile casinos have rubber bands too. But each game has its own variety, and each day can be different.

StreamingAssets
StreamingAssetsAnswered on 12/22

rubber banding is also possible in mobile casino games. It occurs when there are delays between the device and the game server due to issues with signal strength, internet connectivity, processor speed, or other factors. While unusual, rubber banding for slots and live dealer games is not impossible. Developers do their best to make the tech work smoothly, but mobile technology is more volatile. If you’re seeing rubber banding frequently, try a stronger network connection or using a different app.

AntiCheatLogic
AntiCheatLogicAnswered on 12/23

Rubber-banding may be on mobile as well. If there are latency problems, any online casino could have it. Live dealers and slot machines may suffer too. Rubber-banding with live dealer tables mostly occurs in the event of slow internet speeds. Rubber-banding with slot machines is more rare, but it’s definitely possible for example if the game has an issue. I’ve seen it myself in live dealer and slot games. The key is to make sure your Internet connection is stable.

ForumRegular
ForumRegularAnswered on 12/24

“Rubber bands” also occur online, whether on a phone screen or a laptop one. “Luck” or “results” suddenly appear to flip. People curse the dealer after breaking a big win streak at a live table, or shout at a slot machine that seems to turn against them. Online players may feel it on their phones as well, thanks to glitches or misreadings of randomizing algorithms. If you think you’ve experienced it, it isn’t your imagination; it’s just harder to detect on a small device. So don’t try to figure out what the machine is doing – just enjoy yourself.

CompetitiveIntegrity
CompetitiveIntegrityAnswered on 12/25

There’s rubber banding in mobile casinos, too. It happens on other devices, too. Sometimes it affects tables and slots. Why? Probably lag. Online casinos can be hit-or-miss by network jitters. While some developers do a good job, sometimes things slip through. I’ve heard complaints about that. Gamblers seem to confirm it. Not fun. You might want to consider hardwired or ask your ISP if their service is stable. It happens to all gamblers, right?

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