For many trendsetters, the iPhone 3G has become an indispensable part of everyday life. Anyone who wants to stay in the loop can’t ignore this iconic phone and its innovative features. Apple has taken things a step further with the second generation, and the iPhone 3G now offers fast HSDPA connectivity, GPS, and firmware version 2.0. In addition, the manufacturer has also made some changes to the hardware and software. As a result, the smartphone—which has thoroughly shaken up the cell phone market—continues to win over customers right away, even in its latest version.
Technical Specifications and Features of the iPhone 3G
The smartphone comes with the following items, which are all stored in a stylish box:
- cube-shaped power plug, white
- USB cable
- high-quality headphones
- two stickers with the Apple logo
- Touchscreen Cleaning Cloth
- User Manual
It would also be useful to have the docking station for the cell phone—which is also white—but it is not included. A software CD is also missing.
At first glance, the iPhone 3G's features and functionality don't differ much from those of its predecessor, but there are several new features hidden behind its 3.5-inch touchscreen:
- 480×320-pixel resolution
- HSDPA wireless connectivity with speeds of up to 7.2 megabits per second
- Control via simple finger gestures directly on the touchscreen (zoom, rotate, etc.)
- Assisted GPS
- 2-megapixel camera
With Apple's new iPhone 3G, you can surf the Internet at EDGE speeds, and it's fun to watch pages load so quickly. Of course, this is only possible in regions where the HSDPA network has been rolled out across the board. The iPhone 3G loads websites three times faster than its predecessor. The cult phone’s new GPS feature also impresses with a quick connection that establishes within just a few seconds. Photos taken with the device can be tagged with location data. Google Maps comes preinstalled on the device, so you can use the GPS signal to display your location with meter-level accuracy. Even though the software can’t yet compete with a true navigation device due to its high susceptibility to interference and relatively weak antenna, the new features of the iPhone 3G are impressive.
Phone calls, text messages, videos, chat, and much more…
Ultimately, the Apple smartphone is also designed for making phone calls. But thanks to the new MobileMe service, users can also sync emails, contacts, calendar events, and even photos. For daily syncing, however, users have to dig deep into their pockets. This raises the question of whether every iPhone owner actually needs this service. It is available, though. In addition, voice quality on the iPhone 3G has improved significantly. The standby time for this high-end smartphone is up to 12 days, and talk time is rated at up to five hours. Whether you’re listening to music, surfing the Internet, or communicating with friends and family, the iPhone 3G is simply fun to use and, even in its latest generation, remains a true innovation—not just for tech enthusiasts.
Online forum answers all questions about the iPhone
To get the most out of Apple’s state-of-the-art cell phone and all its many different features, turn to fellow users who have already explored the new device in depth. Nupo.de, the forum for iPhone questions, offers Apple customers an online platform for lively discussion about the new iPhone 3G. For even more enjoyment in everyday life with this innovative high-end smartphone, which is already shaping up to be next year’s must-have tech gadget.
