Well Apple have now announced the updated version of the Apple iPhone 3G called the iPhone 3G S, the “S” stands for speed.
The handset looks almost identical to the previous model however in terms of usage, it’s nearly four times faster than before. The handset supports HSDPA upto 7.2Mbps.
The camera unit is now 3.2 Megapixel with Tap-To-Aufofocus, Macro and Auto White Balance and the added video recording at VGA 30FPS.
The battery life has been improved giving upto 5 hours of 3G talk-time and 9 hours of Wi-Fi usage. There are some other new features too:
- Holding down the menu button activates the voice control feature which allows you to perform any function from making calls to controlling iTunes.
- A Finger-Print Resistant Screen Coating
New and end-of-contract pricing is set at $199 for 16GB and $299 for 32GB when it goes on sale June 18th Stateside and in 80 more countries in August — and the current 8GB 3G will remain on sale for $99, effective immediately.
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Apple iPhone 3G |
Apple iPhone 3GS |
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Camera-2 Megapixel Camera |
Camera-3 Megapixel Camera with Autofocus, Macro and Auto White Balance |
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Video Recording-No |
Video Recording-30Fps at VGA Resolution and Video Editor |
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Voice Control-None |
Voice Control-Dialling and Music Control |
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Dimensions-115.5 x 62.1 x 12.3mm 133 grams / 4.69 oz |
Dimensions-115.5 x 62.1 x 12.3mm 135 grams / 4.76 oz |
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Battery life– Up to 5 hours talk time / data on 3G, 10 hours on 2G, Up to 6 hours data on Wi-Fi, Up to 24 hours audio, Up to 7 hours video |
Battery life– Up to 5 hours talk time / data on 3G, 12 hours on 2G, Up to 9 hours data on Wi-Fi, Up to 30 hours audio, Up to 10 hours video |
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Connectivity– 3.6Mbps HSDPA, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR |
Connectivity– 7.2Mbps HSDPA, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR |
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Others-Standard Headphones |
Others-Headphones with remote control, Water and Oil Resistant Finish, Integrated Magnetic Compass and Nike+ Support. |
Below is the comparison from apple’s website
