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Do you Want an iPhone 3G?

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I’m never going to live down the first day I talked about the iPhone. I said it was “just another device”. Of course, I have since eaten those words, many times over. The newest version of the iPhone… the 3G… is upon us. Do you want one?

This is the second version of the iPhone hardware. iPhone 2.0 (the Operating System) is going to be available not only for the iPhone 3G, but also for current iPhones. Apple is making that update free, as long as you already have an iPhone. If you have an iPod Touch, it will be available for about $10.00. This is definitely worth it. In iPhone 2.0 the Operating System, Apple is going to allow you to download applications from the App Store. The iPhone makes it possible for the world’s best developers to create applications that are nothing short of amazing. They’ve also added a few other features to the operating system.

I don’t know that many of the new features are evolutionary, rather they are revolutionary. The new hardware is going to be capable of speeds so much faster than Edge. Is it going to be blindingly fast? I doubt it. But it will be faster than the current iPhone for sure.

Probably one of the more welcome features of the new iPhone 3G is the GPS feature. According to Apple:

Find your location, get directions, and see traffic — all from your phone. Maps on iPhone 3G combines GPS, Wi-Fi, and cell tower location technology with the Multi-Touch interface to create the best mobile map application ever.

If you’re considering getting an iPhone, you should wait for the 3G to be released for sale on July 11th. They are going to sell for $200.00 for the 8GB, or $299.00 for the 16GB. They are much more affordable than the first release of the iPhone. Keep in mind that the connection service is going to vary in price though. If you’re a home user, it’s going to cost you $30 per month, vs $20 per month for the current connection. If you’re a business user, it’ll be $45.00 per month. So are you really saving anything, with the hardware being less expensive? Up front, you’re saving money. Over time… you’re not.

It’s going to be interesting to see what the developers are going to be working on at the App Store. Not everything is going to cost you money. The App Store is clean, and very well organized. It’s a great way to evolve iPhone as a platform.

3G technology gives iPhone fast access to the Internet and email over cellular networks around the world. iPhone 3G also makes it possible to do more in more places: Surf the web, download email, get directions, and watch video — even while you’re on a call.

Edit: Reply to this post sent in by IchBinMatt

  1. 3G What’s better than getting faster speeds on your iPhone while browsing? The point is having a reliable network that is capable of pushing the speeds necessary for browsing complex web pages and streaming large sized videos.
  2. Capabilities I have a crappy Motorola Razr v3, and it is so very limited with the Verizon software on it. I cannot even change the image on the front screen with an update. In order to chang it, I would have to buy a new Razr! I know I will jump on the bandwagon and start designing applications for the iPhone, so I can add functionality to help myself and others.
  3. iPod I have an original iPod video, which is 60GB. Instead of buying a new iPod Touch, I can save money by buying an iPhone. The 8GB iPhone is about $100 less than the iPod Touch! Why should I buy an iPod and a separate phone (such as my Razr), when I can just get an iPhone… save money… and get a lot more functionality?
  4. The Look Call me a “Fanboi” if you wish. You have to admit that Apple knows how to make good-looking products. The iPhone is a very sleek and sexy device. The large screen just begs to be used for hours on end. Getting an iPhone is like getting a fancy watch. If you’re all about quality and look, only settle for the best. Make yourself stand out in the crowd by using an iPhone.

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