iPhone 3G S: Why Do I Want One?
Filed under: Brian, Charge It, Gadgets & Tech
Author: Brian
Date: Jun 15, 2009
Apple has announced that they’ll be releasing a new iPhone on June 19th! This newer, faster, and even more homolicious version of the iPhone 3G comes almost exactly one year after the drop of the 3G. I guess that, despite our 2/3 year contracts with Rogers / AT&T apple still wants us to upgrade annually :)
So what’s new and improved:
1. Processor and Ram make the “S” 2 times faster than its predecessor. Apparently, the graphics capabilities will be beyond what we’ve seen thus far as well.
2. Built in Video Camera with Auto focus allows you to shoot video right on your phone. (Pictures will be better as well with the new camera!)
3. Now available in 32 Gig version.
4. Cut, Copy and Paste Capabilities! (Blackberry users – don’t scoff).
5. Voice Control has now been added to the iPhone. Use it to make a call or song selection. I guess if it’s good enough for the Shuffle it’s good enough for our beloved iPhones as well. A voice recorder app has also been added.
6. A compass – What? I love how the iPhone is becoming more and more like a swiss army knife with every release. MacGyver (for those of us alive in the 80′s) would’ve been able to solve the worlds problems with an iPhone and a ball of twine. On a more serious note, I hope this is a move to allow the iPhone to function as a more practical GPS system with turn by turn prompts, etc.
7. NikePlus is now supported by the 3G-S. No more carrying the nano to the gym. This feature is, by far, the one I’ve been waiting for the longest. I will also use it all the time. Check out the apple feature page for some screen shots and description.
8. Finally, we’ll be able to attach photos and video to our Text Messages!! Who knows how much the providers will charge for it? All the same, I still love the option and will use it.
9. My favorite new software feature is the Spotlight Search (I expect this will be availble on all iPhone models in the 3.0 release through iTunes). This will allow users to key any word into the search field and the app will search all apps on the iPhone. For example, if I searched homorazzi, I would find my notes with the word, bookmarks, address book, etc. Love it!’
So why do I want one… Because I have been brainwashed by Apple and now an official member of the cult. AND, if it is seriously 2 times faster then I’ll be in line for one for sure! This time I’m waiting for the white though – it was sold out last time and I was too impatient.
I can already imagine the look Donovan’s going to throw me when I ask for an iPhone for my birthday… For the third year in a row! (Blame the cult)
I’ll post a review in the future. That’s just a soon as I can get my hands on one.
- Tags: apple, iphone 3g s, iphone features, new iphone
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Landon
June 15th, 2009 at 10:53 am
Brian I want one too!
Do you think we can buy one at the apple store in the states and then unlock it for our networks?
Adam
June 15th, 2009 at 11:36 am
“I can already imagine the look Donovan’s going to throw me when I ask for an iPhone for my birthday… For the third year in a row!” …. best line of the article :P … and truest- though i know you bitches will both be getting one…
ps. answer landon’s question because i want to know if i’m getting one with you monkeys :D x
Brian
June 15th, 2009 at 10:19 pm
Landon: I don’t think Apple is selling the phone in their stores in Canada or the US. In both countries you have to go the the cell provider to get the subsidized phone now. That’s the last I heard anyway. I think there are some countries where it’s illegal to sell a Locked phone; as such, I’m sure some will be on ebay in no time. I doubt it’ll be cheap no matter what.
Brian
June 15th, 2009 at 10:23 pm
I found this disclaimer… I think this will be the non-contract price (Extra $400 bucks):
“Requires new two-year AT&T wireless service contract, sold separately to qualified customers; credit check required; must be 18 or older. For non-qualified customers, including existing AT&T customers who want to upgrade from another phone or replace an iPhone 3G, the price with a new two-year agreement is $499 (8GB), $599 (16GB), or $699 (32GB).”
Brian
June 15th, 2009 at 10:25 pm
And Rogers posted this: “Device Only pricing will also be available. Details to be announced soon.”
Dave
June 16th, 2009 at 1:03 am
Ok – I apologize profusely, but it has to be said:
What is wrong with the iPhones you have now?
So it’s faster, and the graphics are better; but are you really tapping your foot and cursing the clarity? A compass? Great, because God-forbid you would have to look at the screen and read a map. And thank goodness for NikePlus, your back will be so happy you no longer carry the 36.8 gram Nano in your gym bag!
So, in summary, your going to spend at least $400 so that you can shoot crappy video, and be the douche who sits at the back of the bus and commands the air: “iphone call home.” As for the search function, the copy and paste, and texting pics and videos you must have come across this in your research to this article http://www.apple.com/iphone/softwareupdate/, tomorrow we’ll find out the price.
I don’t mean to pick on you and Landon, but really this apparent dependence on new technology is, frankly, absurd. And by writing this post your are playing a major role in perpetuating it in western society!
Let’s pause and consider the other uses of that money: UNICEF tells me that you could buy oral rehydration salts for 4,350 children, or (this time through World Vision) send 10 children to school. And that’s only your money, there’s also the resources and energy that will go into building that new iPod.
Or, you could get a shiny new iPod because you “have been brainwashed by Apple…”
Wake up Brian and Landon; think for yourselves.
Brian
June 16th, 2009 at 9:04 am
Thanks for the comment Dave.
As can be said for any purchase one makes; there are certain costs and benefits, not only to the individual making the purchase, but also to society. If I didn’t buy the phone, taxes wouldn’t be paid, wages, and so on. I like your ideals but they just don’t apply in the simplistic 1 for 1 context. You also make a troubling assumption about my character. I work veryhard and try to find ways to make my life more enjoyable in the moments I consider my own. My iPhone is one of the ways I enjoy the day. In fact I likely log 2-4 hours on it every day. Music on the walk to & from work. The gym. It is the only access I have to Facebook & unrestricted Internet from 8am to 6pm. I could go on but I don’t need to. Another drastic assumption is that my current phone will not be used from the moment I pick up the new one?! I will give it away; spread the apple iphone joy to some less fortunate person.
Finally, in North America … And most if not all of the 1st world countries, we could choose to feed, water, and cloth the rest of the world. I already donate thousands of dollars a year to various local on international charities; like anything else there is only so much one person, one family, one nation can do to help eachother. Who are you or I or our government, etc. to decide what’s best for another.
Kevin.
June 16th, 2009 at 5:15 pm
You know, there are sure to be some – at least one- store in Richmond where they will sell the iPhone 3GS unlocked, but whether to trust them or not is the question…