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As endlessly predicted, Apple’s unveiled a new iPhone today at WWDC, the iPhone 3G S — the “s” stands for speed. It looks identicle to the iPhone 3G, so what’s new? Well for starterts the processor is said to be “on average up to twice as fast”, that means faster overall loading of all programs. Data speeds are upped to 7.2Mbps HSDPA, and the camera is now a 3 megapixel unit with tap-to-autofocus and auto white balance and it now supports 30fps VGA video recording with editing features. You’re also getting a built-in magnetic compass, Nike+ support, and a new battery that offers 5 hours of 3G talk time and 9 hours of WiFi internet use.
Also, a few unexpected features — holding down the home button now enables a new voice control interface that lets you do everything from make calls to control iTunes. Apple is claimng the new finish is alos water- and oil-resistant. This fancy new iPhone will be available June 19th with the 32GB model priced at $299 US, and 16GB model at $199 US.
There is also plenty of good news for ALL iphone users, the new 3.0 software will be available June 17th. And some of the new features include:
- Users will now be able to rent and purchase movies from the phone, along with audiobooks.
- MMS will be available from 29 carriers at launch, with AT&T lagging behind into the summer.
- Tethering over Bluetooth and USB for Macs and PCs is also enabled, with 22 carriers announcing support.
- New and improved Safari does JavaScript 3X faster, and supports QuickTime X-style HTTP streaming of audio and video. There’s also AutoFill for forms, and improved HTML 5 support including audio and video tags.
- Find My iPhone tracks down your phone using MobileMe from any browser. It locates the phone on a map, and also allows you to remote wipe the device, or even play a sound on the phone for locating it around the house — even when it’s on vibrate.
- New dev features have been detailed at length, but they’re still around. Features include in-app purchases (but only for apps that were paid to start out with), Bluetooth and dock connector communication with other devices, including other iPhones. Embedded Google Maps in third party apps, including turn by turn apps. Push notifications of text alerts, number badges and sound alerts.
- Cut and Paste (finally)
- Landscape mode in most apps (Text, E-Mail,Calendar, Notes etc..)
- Tom Tom GPS — and car kit accessory for docking, charging and displaying in portrait or landscape while driving.
Check out the guided tour and features video below:
