The iPhone had taken the world by storm when it first released back in 2007. The next two years saw the company taking the covers off the 3G and 3Gs versions of the device. Now in 2010, Apple brings to the forefront the new iPhone 4 mobile device. The latest offering enables users to easily conduct video calling through the new built-in inclusion of FaceTime.
The new iteration of the iPhone houses a 5 megapixel autofocus camera complete with integrated LED flash as well as 5x digital zoom and backside illuminated sensor. Through the iPhone 4, users can record and edit HD video while even offering the tap to focus feature. The latest device sports the company’s 3.5 inch Retina display which offers 960 x 640 pixels. Mobile phone enthusiasts can acquire a more realistic feel while viewing content such as images, videos and text.
According to the company, the iPhone 4 is noted to be the slimmest smartphone to ever grace the mobile terrain. Measuring just 9.3 millimeters, the device adorns a new appearance complete with aluminosilcate glass and an oil-resistant coating applied on the front and back of the model There is also a highly finished stainless steel band encircling the phone. Loads of games and entertainment options can be enjoyed on the latest Apple offering. The device is integrated with a 3-axis gyro which delivers 6-axis motion sensing when merged with the accelerometer. The new gyro can be accessed through the new CoreMotion API.
Steve Jobs, Apple’s CEO commented, “iPhone 4 is the biggest leap since the original iPhone. FaceTime video calling sets a new standard for mobile communication, and our new Retina display is the highest resolution display ever in a phone, with text looking like it does on a fine printed page. We have been dreaming about both of these breakthroughs for decades.”
The iPhone includes iOS 4 which comprises of more than 100 features such as Multitasking, enhanced Mail, iAd mobile advertising platform, Folders and better Enterprise support. Through the former offering, users can easily toggle between apps while saving precious battery life. All apps can be neatly organized through Folders. Mobile phone aficionados can now customize their lock and home screens with a wallpaper of their choice.
Customers of the iPhone 4 will be able to get their hands on the iBooks app which is offered to them in the form of a free download. Through this app, users can easily browse, purchase and read books, all from their very own mobile device. They also have the ability now to read and store PDFs directly in iBooks while also taking advantage of the iBookstore which is packed with more than 60,000 books.
The latest version provides users seven hours of talk time on 3G networks as well as up to 10 hours of web browsing on Wi-Fi and up to six hours on 3G. They can also expect the Apple product to offer up to 40 hours of audio playback and up to 10 hours of video playback. Housing the new A4 processor, the handset delivers reliable graphic performance as well as a long battery life. There is also a second microphone as well as advanced software for cutting out all that unwanted background noise. According to the company, the mobile device provides 802.11n Wi-Fi networking and brings to users quad-band HSUPA for 7.2MBps downlink and 5.8MBps uplink capability.
The iPhone 4 can be acquired in two colors namely white and black. Mobile phone enthusiasts strewn all across U.S. can get their hands on the 16GB and 32GB models for a price of $199 (approx. Rs. 9,334) and $299 (approx. Rs. 14,024) respectively. The device is expected to hit US, Germany, France, UK and Japan on June 24, 2010. Pre-orders for the latest version start from June 15, 2010. Additionally, a new iPhone 3GS 8GB model will also be unveiled on June 24 tagged with a price of just $99 (approx. Rs. 4,644).
