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iPhone 3GS full review
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Apple, Cameras, Smartphones, Features, Handhelds, Portable Audio / Video, Product Reviews,
Since Apple announced the iPhone 3GS at WWDC 2009, the buzz has been non-stop. There are obviously those Apple fanboys that are hyping this as the Third Coming, as well as those who are a bit more skeptical as to if the speed boost is truly real, and truly worth it. Oh, and of course, the lead-up to the iPhone 3GS launch hasn’t been without controversy, but AT&T stepped up in a big way to make it easier on iPhone 3G owners who want to upgrade without breaking the bank. So the question remains - is it worth it?
iPhone 3GS: The ‘S’ is for ‘Speed’
Okay, so many of us were speculating that this phone would be called the iPhone video. After all, when video came to the iPod, it was called the iPod video, and video would certainly be the big feature if it was included in the third iPhone, right? Wrong. Video takes a back seat to speed when it comes to the iPhone 3GS. I know, that sounds all sorts of silly, but allow me to explain. Apple has been focused on optimizing and refining OS X, as evidenced by what we are seeing with Snow Leopard. Remember, the iPhone is based on OS X at it’s core, and Apple wouldn’t neglect bringing those refinements to their flagship mobile device.
That said, believe the hype. This phone is very noticeably faster than the iPhone and iPhone 3G—even if you have an iPhone 3G that is already running the faster iPhone 3.0 update. You are able to launch and quit the core apps in a snap. Internet speeds are faster. Launching those games that take a while to load is nowhere near as frustrating. And best of all, despite this being a “little thing,” the little nagging stalls and overall lack of responsiveness are just gone.
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The Muvi Micro Camcorder may appear small but records in VGA quality (640x480) and stores it with included 2GB Micro SD card. The 5.5 x 2 x 2 mini-cam has a VOX mode for start/stop voice activated recording and charges via USB. Sports freaks can opt for the Extreme Sports Pack with brackets, straps and clips to attach to helmet, vehicle or clothing. The Muvi Micro can be yours for GBP 79.99 (~$133.00.)
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Philips has combined their new clock radio with a digital frame for those who like to wake to a friendly face. The AJL303 has a 3.5-inch color high-resolution display with time, date and radio station info. The device allows access from SD cards or music from its built-in FM radio. For an even more special Zen moment, arise or go to sleep to nature sounds that include rain, ocean waves and spa music. Get yours for $79.99.
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We always appreciate when a company ups their product with technology as Verizon has done with their Casio Exilim. Their first camera phone features a 5.1 megapixel sensor and a 3x optical zoom that allows cropping without detail loss. The display swivels to give an extra coverage while the phone is being used as a camera. The cellie also supports V Cast music, Visual Voice Mail and VZ Navigator. Verizon is offering the phone for $449.99, $279.99 with a 2 year contract.
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Cross Flickr and Wikipedia and you get Fotopedia. Users are encouraged to create or edit pages, add their own photos from their PCs or other image sites and include a Google map and Wikipedia information. Included are the categories of geography and travel, nature, transportation, sports, people and history, art and popular culture. So far the site has over 150,000 images that can be made into slide shows for the curious.
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Newegg‘s got a deal on the Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS digital camera, selling it for $189.99 from now through May 31. The camera features image stabilization, and captures images at up to 10 megapixels with 3x optical zoom. You’ve also got a 2.5-inch PureColor II LCD screen. Take a look at the Canon PowerShot SD1200 on Newegg, and use promo code CAM581 to get the savings.
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