8.7 out of 10

Apple iPhone 3G

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    7.5 7.5 from 670 reviewers
  • Expert Score (59)
    8.3 8.3 from 59 reviewers
  • Design (104)
    9.2 9.2 from 104 reviewers
  • Features (47)
    9.7 9.7 from 47 reviewers
  • Ease of use (41)
    10 10 from 41 reviewers
  • Performance (6)
    10 10 from 6 reviewers
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Pros & Cons

  • touch screen, good looking, app store, wi fi and gps, ipod app is great
  • no mms, no video recording, no expandable memory, no navigation software, battery life

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Definitely "The" most wanted device of this year, theres a lot to look forward to. The multi touch navigation is intuitive and makes the phone a great deal of fun.

The display is absolutely hypnotic with crystal clear resolution and good coloring.

The Iphone 3G does lack support for 3G data network and does not have instant messaging or office apps, but what it does have it has the best of.

A great deal like the first iphone, this one combines a mobile phone, with an Ipod, internet capabilities and …

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Definitely "The" most wanted device of this year, theres a lot to look forward to. The multi touch navigation is intuitive and makes the phone a great deal of fun.

The display is absolutely hypnotic with crystal clear resolution and good coloring.

The Iphone 3G does lack support for 3G data network and does not have instant messaging or office apps, but what it does have it has the best of.

A great deal like the first iphone, this one combines a mobile phone, with an Ipod, internet capabilities and adds in a few other functions, such as the 3G support (UMTS/HSDPA - 850, 1900, 2100 MHz) along with its GPS functions.

The iPhone 3G display has the same 3.5 inch display that you’re accustomed to, and offers you 320x480 resolution at 163 ppi, however it offers you a slightly higher quality, thicker case, which features one of either a black or awhite plastic back instead of the original aluminum that it sported.

Including either 8 GB or 16 GB of storage ( You can only buy the white model with 16 GB), it also offers support for Wi-Fi, for Bluetooth, and gives you 2.0 megapixel camera as well that supports what they term "geotagging".

In original reports, Apple states that the Iphone 3G will give you up to 24 hours of play time when in audio, 10 hours of talking time when using the 2G, 5 hours of talking time when using 3G and 6 uninterrupted hours of WiFi internet use.

The Same IPhone 3G will permit you to have about 7 hours of video playback or else close to 300 hours of standby time.

The iPhone 3G offers the same interface as its original model, multi touch, ambient lighting and proximity sensoring although the proximity sensors are now two in number as opposed to the original one.

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Manufacturer's Specs

General

  • 2G Network
    GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
  • 3G Network
    HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100
  • Announced
    2008, June
  • Status
    Available. Released 2008, July

Size

  • Dimensions
    115.5 x 62.1 x 12.3 mm
  • Weight
    133 g
  • Display
    - Multi-touch input method - Accelerometer sensor for auto-rotate - Proximity sensor for auto turn-off - Ambient light sensor

Display

  • Type
    Touchscreen, 16M colors
  • Size
    320 x 480 pixels, 3.5 inches

Ringtones

  • Type
    Polyphonic, MP3

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  1. Reviewer: Gadget Reviews
    2 weeks ago

    One of the biggest news: it will be able to give you 3G video talks with your friends.One other big news is that Apple is going to allow third party applications on their iPhone but only those that are approved by them. Read more

  2. Reviewer: What Hi-Fi? Sound and Vision
    3 weeks ago

    No company engineers,, manages and then reaps the rewards of the hype machine quite like Apple. So many column inches have been written on the Apple iPhone, and this, the 2nd-generation 3G model in particular, that it seems almost silly to be going over it again. But as sure as something rises to the top, as the iPhone undoubtedly has done, rival models will emerge to try and steal its crown. So, we’ll recap what’s new. The stand-out feature is the upgrading of the... Read more

  3. Apple iPhone 3G: fun but not flawless

    Reviewer: APC
    3 weeks ago
    Overall 9
    9.0
     

    And then there's battery life. The main reason Apple held off on adding 3G to the original iPhone was battery concerns, yet the iPhone 3G is still lacking when it comes to run-time. For medium use, you can expect to charge it every day, versus every three days on the original iPhone. Worse, you can’t carry a spare as the battery isn’t user-replaceable. If longevity is more important to you than 3G and GPS, you’d be better off buying a first-gen iPhone through eBay... Read more

  4. Apple iPhone 3G

    Reviewer: Maclife
    23 September 2008
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    Small glitches can give the iPhone 3G a 1.0 feel, but its broad capabilities make it a winner for anyone who needs to stay connected to more than just a phone line. Read more

  5. Reviewer: 3LUXE
    03 September 2008

    Every so often something comes along that revolutionizes the way we do things, a smart product that’s so intelligent, it’s scary. The Apple iPhone is such a product. When it was initially launched it immediately changed our perception of what a smart phone was supposed to be. Apple’s renowned design team created a phone that allowed users to easily surf the web while enjoying their music and video on the go. With the launch of the Apple iPhone 3G , Apple has... Read more

  1. Truly a revolutionary mobile device.

    Reviewer: NueGear, CNET
    4 weeks ago
    Overall 7
    7.0
     

    Cannot MMS, cannot forward SMSes. Despite a few shortcomings, it is still a device every user wish to own one. A chat-like SMSing is a new welcome, good for users with lot of SMSing. Still pushing buttons to text your messages? Read more

  2. Screen protector shield does not fit the iPhone 3G...

    Reviewer: Joe, Amazon
    29 September 2008
    Overall 2
    2.0
     

    The Screen Protector Shield that is included with this case cover does not fit the iPhone 3G. If you align it to the "home" button, the case is too long on the bottom and covers the chrome trim. If you align it to the bottom of the screen, it covers part of the "home" button. There is also a weird cutout on the upper left which does not align with the cutout of the case cover. If you're purchasing this case cover, factor in the cost of purchasing a separate screen... Read more

  3. Apple IPhone 3G

    Reviewer: Sunny, REVIEW STREAM
    23 September 2008
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    Apple’s new IPhone 3G is one of the coolest cellphone around. There are so many good devices in the market but this phone is truly a trend setter. It has brought a revolution in the touch screen area. Everyone is going crazy about it. Even I could not resist myself from buying one. Despite some drawbacks i have been completely satisfied with device. Its in-built 8GB memory allows you to store 1000’s of songs. One of its best things that I like is the gaming... Read more

  4. Honest

    Reviewer: b2casey24, Phone Scoop
    17 September 2008
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    I have had some of the best and some of the worst phones. I wasnt to excited for the 3G to come out only bc i had the 1st gen and traded it within months bc of simple features like no mms biggestt of all no fowarding i could live with everything else.i didnt like how they switched the back from aluminium to plastic bc i thought tthey were being cheap but love the change for sure. I have had the 3G for 2 months now with no real problems the biggest being the texting, when... Read more

  5. WISH

    Reviewer: SAQIB HAYAT KHAN, Digitaltrends
    29 August 2008
    Overall 10
    10
     

    I wished that I had an iPhone after the first time I saw it in my friend's hand. I'm not able to purchase it now, but I hope that I have it in the future when I have the cash. I just want to say two words, that iPhone is really an aPhone and it truly deserves that name. Read more

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