iPhone 4G Features

When Apple launched its first iPhone on January 9, 2007, not many people thought that there was any scope for improvement in this tech marvel. Just three years down the lane, the latest version of the Apple iPhone - the iPhone 4G has left people craving to lay their hands on it. The new entrant boasts of having more than a hundred new features to its credit. In fact, the new iPhone features ensure that this phone scores on all the fronts, right from its sleek looks to efficient performance. Before we move on to the details of the new iPhone, let's take a brief look at the key features that Apple Inc. has to offer this time around.

Apple iPhone 4
A successor to the iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4G is the fourth model of the smartphone offered by Apple. Since its announcement on 7th June, 2010, the gadget has made quite a buzz all over the world. The best thing about the new iPhone is the fact that Apple has worked on all the drawbacks of the previous models to come up with this new masterpiece. For instance, the lack of a front camera in iPhone is history now, as the iPhone 4G is equipped with VGA 0.3MP camera right above its 3.5 inch screen. As of now, iPhone 4 is available in the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany and Japan. It is slated for a grand launch in 88 countries by September 2010.

Apple iPhone 4th Generation - Features List
You will notice quite a few changes in the new Apple iPhone 4G. Unlike the previous iPhone models, which had rounded edges, the new model is entirely flat and squared. It has become 3 gm heavier than the iPhone 3GS, while the battery life has also increased by 16 percent. The most welcome changes among these include:

• Multitasking
• Better camera
• Gyroscope
• Retina display
• Wi-Fi N
• HD video recording
• LED flash
• Inclusion of front camera
• Extra mic for better call clarity
• New iBook and iMovie app
• Option to create folders
• Option to change the background
• IPS technology for better viewing angles and sunlight visibility.

All of these features make the use of this device a memorable experience. You will also notice some changes in the technical specifications of the iPhone 4. Given below are the details of Apple iPhone tech specs which will help you get familiar with the product.

Factor	Apple iPhone 4G Technical Specifications
Size	4.5in x 2.31in x 0.37in
Weight	4.8 ounces
Colors	Black and White
Screen Size	3.5 inches [640 x 960 pixels]
Display	LED backlit IPS LCD
Camera	Rear camera 5.0MP auto focus [with video recording, touch focus and geo tagging] Front Camera VGA 0.3MP [facilitates video calling over Wi-Fi]
Connectivity	Quad band GSM/EDGE/UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
Browser	HTML (Safari)
Sensors	Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Ambient Light Sensor, Gyroscope
Multitasking	Yes
Browser Flash Support	No
Navigation	Touchscreen, no physical keyboard
Operating System	iOS 4.0
CPU	Apple A4 ARM Cortex-A8
Storage Capacity	16 GB or 32 GB flash memory [no expansion]
Power	Lithium Battery 3.7 V 1420 mAh
Miscellaneous	Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating on front and back. Chemically strengthened scratch resistant glass screen.
Extra Features	Digital compass, Google maps, iBooks application etc.
Price	USD199 (16 GB model) and USD 299 (32 GB model)

Everything about the iPhone 4 is not hunky-dory though. There do exist some issues which are still waiting to be addressed. The lack of flash support in the web browser, its dependence on Apple iTunes for multimedia, etc. are some issues which might not quite amuse you. Adding to the woes are some more facts, such as the inability to transfer files over Bluetooth or USB Mass Storage mode, or video calling facilitation only over Wi-Fi.

A closer look at the list of features offered in this model is bound to make the price tags of US$199 and US$299 seem pretty ordinary. The fact that a whopping 1.7 million units were sold within 2 days of its release only gives you a rough idea of the popularity of this device. However, to experience the true charm of the device you need to lay your hands on one.