iPhone 3G Review

The iPhone 3G Review

The iPhone is one of the most popular tools to date. It was first released in 2007 and was one of the most advanced touch screen phones available. Other companies also followed, using relatively the same features to contend with the iPhone. Recently, iPhone 3G was also launched, taking the gadget a step further and making it one of the niche products available for consumers all over the world. Here are some advantages and consequences.

Knowing the Advantages

The iPhone 3G feature a multi-touch screen. This means that you manage the device without the aid of buttons or a pen. All you need to do is navigate all the items on the screen via the slider and your fingers. You can zoom in and out, by simply pressing with your fingertips. The second main advantage is the accelerometer which has a quick reaction. This switches the screen resolution to either landscape or portrait quickly as soon as you twist the phone into a sideways position. This makes it highly advantageous for gaming purposes.

The iPhone 3G also boasts having excellent sound quality. The iPod was bundled with the iPhone, so you can expect the same quality of sound when playing games, listening to music and other audio playbacks. The sound quality when you are making calls is not compromised.

More Benefits

The gadget features an ergonomic design. It is very trendy and stylish. It also easily fits into your palms very well. Aside from the modern design, you get to appreciate the quality build and durable plastics incorporated in the tool. The iPhone is also one of the fastest mobile units around, featuring high speed 3G and Wi-Fi. You get to browse the internet, read and send email and do other functions online. There are special sites optimized particularly for the iPhone.

There is excellent GPS navigation, because of the bundled GPS locator. Google Maps is also part of the collaboration, allowing you to get easy and simple directions while on the move. The iPhone App store also offers some of the best GPS applications ready for download.

Network Capabilities

As for the network, you get to enjoy quick and easy networking and synchronization. The iPhone 3G may lack MMS and instant messaging, but you can still get several email support like Yahoo Mail and Gmail. You get to have real time synchronization too, via Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync service. This will come particularly handy in business.

You also get to have an auto spell checker. Apple included the useful function in the iPhone, which instantly corrects any misspelled words as you type and try to send text messages. There is also the smart keyboard that immediately alters the button placement, thereby supporting 21 languages. Finally, you have the advantage of getting widget support, wherein the user can apply a variety of widgets to improve the iPhone experience, based on the selection. You get to have a consistent appearance and feel over every iPhone widgets present on the App store.

Price Issues

Although the iPhone 3G seemed a bit too pricey for some people's taste at the beginning, the features and applications never compromised, thereby giving you the best offer for your money. You can avail of special discounts and promos at selected stores and locations. Find out more by visiting the official web site.

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Apple released the second generation of the iPhone back in July 08. It was an evolution rather than revolution from the first model. Featuring a GPS system and 3G functionality. Just as important was its price. It was half the price and twice the speed. But now 8 months later. Is the iPhone still the phone of choice?

Design

The user interface remained equal to the first model and it's one of the biggest strengths for the iphone. Not only does it look gorgeous it's also very functional. Just as functional is the outside. A very thin design that is almost all screen. On the side you'll see two extremely functional buttons. Aninstant silencer and volume controls. The back shows the small lens Apple used for the camera and the apple logo. Just as on all the iPods.

Pros and cons

The iPhone is very easy to use. Especially for a smart phone. Another nice feature are the sensors for light, touch and movement. Meaning that keeping the device sideways will change the screen, having the device by your ear will turn off the screen and so on. Especially the first one is highly successful and a really nice touch. Proof is the fact that every other phone manufacturer has tried to copy the technique. Other obvious benefits of this phone is the great design and the software.

Unfortunately the software has it flaws as well. It's really too heavy for the iphone's hardware, resulting in a slower phone. With this said don't try to install too many apps or multitask too much. The camera and GPS are also a big pain. The camera just isn't of this time. I know why apple did this. They didn't want to let the bigger lens of a better quality compromise the design. Plus adding the pain of millions of settings that might be a problem for less technical users. The GPS isn't as functional as it could be because of the limited software. No voice navigation and such is to be expected. Also the GPS signal is sometimes great (outside) but inside might be extremely inaccurate.

Competition

The iPhone 3G is old in tech terms and is almost celebrating its one year birthday this summer. Of course Apple's competitors aren't just sitting around. Consumers now have a huge lists of alternatives including the Nokia N97, Sony Xperia, Samsung Pixon and more. Some of these other phones have better hardware and a way lower price tag. Although the design and software functionality is still Apple's territory.

Conclusion

One year after release the iPhone remains a great phone. It is easy to use and has a great design. Biggest flaw is the slow hardware and small camera lens. It has many competitors which are worth a look but its biggest competitor is still to come. A new iPhone. So best would be to wait for the next iPhone coming this June. Hang in there. It will be worth the wait.

3/5 (with update 2.2.1) [http://www.robinchung.com/articles/articles/reviews/iphone3greview/iphone-3g-review.html]iPhone 3G review 2009

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