The very first thing we want to know about this newfangled iPhone 3G S is exactly what we’re getting for our extra Benjamin (or two, depending on the model you spring for). We don’t have all the answers just yet — Apple’s being coy about processor specs on the 3G S, for example — but here’s what we do know so far.
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Basics |
iPhone 3G |
iPhone 3G S |
| Price | $99 8GB ($299 for ineligible upgraders) | $199 16GB, $299 32GB ($399 and $499 for ineligible upgraders) |
| Processor | 412MHz ARM 11 | Unknown, “on average up to twice as fast” |
| Graphics capability | OpenGL ES 2.0 | OpenGL ES 2.0 |
| Camera | 2.0 megapixel fixed focus | 3.0 megapixel autofocus with macro mode and auto white balance |
| Video recording | None | 30fps VGA with on-device editing capability |
| Voice control | None | Dialing, music control |
| Nike+ support | No | Yes |
| Wireless technologies | 3.6Mbps HSDPA, WiFi, Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR | 7.2Mbps HSDPA, WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR |
| Water- and oil-resistant finish | No | Yes |
| Integrated magnetic compass | No | Yes |
| Included headphones | Standard | Inline remote for music control |
| Battery life | Up to 5 hours talk time / data on 3G, 10 hours on 2G
Up to 6 hours data on WiFi Up to 24 hours audio Up to 7 hours video |
Up to 5 hours talk time / data on 3G, 12 hours on 2G
Up to 9 hours data on WiFi Up to 30 hours audio Up to 10 hours video |
| Dimensions | 115.5 x 62.1 x 12.3mm | 115.5 x 62.1 x 12.3mm |
| Weight | 133 grams / 4.69 oz. | 135 grams / 4.76 oz. |
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