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Apple iPhone 3GS

Apple iPhone 3GS

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HIGHLIGHTS
  • 3.5-inch TFT capacitive touchscreen display
  • 3.15 MP autofocus camera with video recording
  • Upgraded 600 MHz processor for faster performance
  • Introduction of Voice Control and digital compass
Available Editions & Variants
Reference Market Pricing
Internal Guide
🇧🇩 BDT
৳25,000
🇮🇳 INR
₹19,999
🌐 USD
$199.00

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3.5"
320x480 pixels
3.15 MP
480p
256MB RAM
8GB/16GB/32GB Storage
1219mAh
Li-Ion

Technical Specifications

Comprehensive hardware architecture and specifications

Network

Technology
GSM / HSPA
2G bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands
HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands
N/A
5G bands
N/A
Speed
HSPA 7.2 Mbps

Launch

Announced
2009, June 08
Status
Discontinued

Body

Dimensions
115.5 x 62.1 x 12.3 mm (4.55 x 2.44 x 0.48 in)
Weight
135 g (4.76 oz)
Build
Glass front
Plastic back
Plastic frame
SIM
Mini-SIM
Protection
Oleophobic coating

Display

Type
TFT capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
480 x 320 pixels
3.5 inches (~52.6% screen-to-body ratio)
Size
3.5 inches, 36.5 cm2
Resolution
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density)
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass, oleophobic coating
Display Features
Multi-touch input

Platform

OS
iPhone OS 3, upgradable to iOS 6.1.6
Chipset
Samsung S5PC100
CPU
600 MHz ARM Cortex-A8
GPU
PowerVR SGX535

Memory

Card slot
No
Internal
Storage (ROM) : 8GB, 16GB, 32GB
RAM (Memory): 256MB RAM
Available Configurations:
8GB Storage 256MB RAM
16GB Storage 256MB RAM
32GB Storage 256MB RAM
Storage Type
NAND Flash

Main Camera

Camera Setup
Single Camera
Modules
3.15 MP, f/2.8, AF
Features
Touch focus, geo-tagging
Video
480p@30fps

Selfie Camera

Camera Setup
None
Modules
N/A
Features
N/A
Video
N/A

Sound

Loudspeaker
Yes
3.5mm jack
Yes
Audio Features
Vibration, proprietary ringtones

Comms

WLAN
Wi-Fi 802.11b/g
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP
Positioning
GPS with A-GPS
NFC
No
Infrared port
No
Radio
No
USB
30-pin dock connector

Features

Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Other Features
Voice control
Nike+ support

Battery

Type
Li-Ion 1219 mAh, non-removable
Charging
Wired via 30-pin connector

Misc

Colors
Black, White
Models
A1303, A1325
SAR
1.19 W/kg (head) 1.18 W/kg (body)
SAR EU
0.95 W/kg (head)
Price
About 600 EUR

Tests & Benchmarks

Performance
N/A
Display
N/A
Loudspeaker
N/A
Battery (Active Use)
Endurance rating 32h
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Editorial Overview & Review

In-depth insights, architecture summary, and performance evaluation

The Speed Demon of 2009

The iPhone 3GS (the 'S' stood for Speed) represented a major leap forward for Apple's mobile platform. By doubling the RAM and introducing a faster processor, it made the App Store experience significantly more fluid.

  • Performance: The 600MHz processor allowed for faster app launches and smoother UI transitions.
  • Camera: The addition of autofocus and video recording finally brought the iPhone up to par with contemporary feature phones.
  • Software: It launched with iPhone OS 3, introducing system-wide copy-paste and spotlight search.
Official Hardware Benchmarks

OUR RATING CONSENSUS

The overall rating is based on review by our experts & industry benchmark suites

7.8
7.8
Performance Good
7.8
Build Quality Good
7.8
Features & Ports Good
7.8
Value for Money Good
Standardized 10.0 scale benchmark matrix
8.0+ High <8.0 Moderate

Quick Snapshot

Brand
Apple
Category
Mobile
Catalog Model
Apple iPhone 3GS
Status
Published
Release Date
June 19, 2009
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