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Apple iPhone 3G 16GB

Manufacturer: Apple
Model: iPhone 3G (16 GB)
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Verdict, , Apples iPhone 3G is a good choice for those needing a phone with a decent browser for web access, but its lack of a keyboard and minimal management controls mean it is no replacement for a BlackBerry as a corporate messaging device. Its tou...N

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Abstract:Page 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Next The night before the iPhone 3G launched here in France, I was at a get-together for North American expats in Paris, and I happened to mention that I was planning to get an iPhone the next morning. A woman sitting nea...

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Businessweek
Excellent
Beautiful design, lots of cool features and applications to tryThe learning curve is steep, and some features dont work wellGood choice if you like touchscreen phones and dont mind taking time to learn how to use features

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Mac User
Excellent
Abstract:Few Apple products have polarised opinion in the way that the iPhone has done since it was first announced back in January 2007. Depending on who you listen to, its either the most desirable gadget on the planet, or an over-priced, not very cleve

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Abstract:Dont fight it, you know you want one. Almost as good as Apple thinks it is. Apple likes to call the iPhone 3G the only mobile thats better than the iPhone. The reason for this versions superiority has less to do with hardware improvements than th

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great design/ userfriendly interface/ touchscreen, a flush headphone jack, AppStore, Does everything it says… and well!, Business applicationsPoor battery life with 3G switched on, doesnt play Flash, Camera could be better/ no video, No copy paste

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Macworld
Excellent
Bright, high-resolution screen, fast cellular network, built-in GPS, iPhone 2.0 software includes Exchange support and third-party apps, good audio quality, no recessed headphone jackLow-quality camera, no video-recording support, no built-in voice dialin

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Abstract:L’iPhone 3G est enfin arrivé en France, près d’une semaine après le reste de l’Europe. Finalement, cela n’aura peut-être pas été une mauvaise chose tant il s’est parfois avéré difficile de mettre la main sur le modèl

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Abstract:FINALLY, 3GThe iPhone 3G is properly named since the 3G broadband data support is the key difference from the first generation iPhone. In our initial analysis of the iPhone a year ago, we cited the lack of 3G support as its biggest weakness and s

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Abstract:So the brand new iPhone will be flying out of the doors this Friday. But as we part with our cash and sign a lengthy mobile phone contract, will it be any better than the current Jesus phone, which had to have a little nudge before it sold out? W

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Nous avons donc, un très bon téléphone rempli de beaucoup de fonctionnalités, pas toutes peaufinées, mais nous pouvons voir au moins une constante amélioration en ce qui attrait le firmware du iPhone. Malheureusement, nous allons surement voir une nou...

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Maclife
Very Good
App store offers tons more functionality. Faster 3G network. GPS.Mediocre battery life. Some apps could have used more testing. Higher data plan rates. No bundled SMSSmall glitches can give the iPhone 3G a 1.0 feel, but its broad capabilities make it a wi

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Macworld
Very Good
Bright, high-resolution screen; fast cellular network; built-in GPS; iPhone 2.0 software includes Exchange support and third-party apps; good audio quality; no recessed headphone jack.Low-quality camera; no video-recording support; no built-in voice diali

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Phone Arena
Very Good
The new software can be buggy, and lacks the normal Apple refinement, There is a lack of wow this time around, Apple simply brought the features up to par with other offerings rather than giving the customer something completely newThe iPhone 3G is a mult

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Abstract:As I write this, my new white 16GB iPhone 3G is in the process of syncing about 10GB of music from my iTunes library. This is my second sync. Although I was one of the lucky ones able to both buy and eventually activate an iPhone 3G on Friday, I

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Laptopmag
Very Good
Double the data speeds of iPhone, Excellent Apps Store integration, Vastly improved call quality, Microsoft Exchange support, Stellar music and video playerSome apps crashed, , , , Touch keyboard not for everyone, , , , Still no MMS support, video recorde

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Abstract:I have been using the iPhone 3G ever since I waited in line and bought one a bit over two weeks ago. The big question people ask me is if it’s worth the $199 USD and increase in monthly service fees. It is, but only slightly. For the most p

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Register Hardware
Very Good
The iPhone is still a lovely object, and the latest incarnation with 3G, AGPS and push email at least brings the spec up to offer a decent comparison with the best Windows Mobile and Symbian smartphones. But failure to keep up with some of the basics ...

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Abstract:The full Apple iPhone 3G review can be found in our handset reviews list in the mobile section of the site.However, to give you a quick taster before you click through.In general..."The iPhone 3G is an excellent handset with a few flaws. However,

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Abstract:So, here it is. Ive forgone all *real* work to devote my day to plunging the inner depths of the 3G iPhone. Here it is - Ive found you a mind blowing app, twittered with a location and generally spent the day geeking out. Enjoy.

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3G, GPS inclusion, App Store, interfaceNo improvement on the camera, O2s 3G coverage not great, no search in email, no "read all", no cut and paste, GPS fiddly to useIf youve got an old iPhone and arent fussed about 3G or GPS, the iPhone 2.0 software upda

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ZD Net
Very Good
Responsive screen, 3G/HSDPA, GPS, Flush headphone jack, Audio quality during calls2megapixel camera, Lack of flash, Inability to edit Microsoft Office documents, No MMSApple has taken the iPhone to the next level and added some excellent features, includi

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Abstract:Das GerätMit der neuen "3G"-Version geht der Hype um das iPhone von Apple in die nächste Runde. Die Hardware des iPhone 3G bietet gegenüber dem Vorgänger als Neuheiten den UMTS-Empfang inklusive HSDPA sowie ein internes GPS-Modul. Ansonsten bleib

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Abstract:Så är den då äntligen här, den hett efterlängtade Iphone. 11 juli lanseras den i Sverige och det är den uppdaterade versionen, Iphone 3G, som hamnar i butikerna.Få telefoner har blivit så uppskrivna och omskrivna redan innan de släppts (en söknin

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The iPhone 3G is an excellent smartphone and packs a great array of business-compatible features. However, aside from 3G and GPS, users of the existing iPhone should not expect to find anything other than that can’t be found on a 2G handset with the

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Mario De Ascentiis 28-07-2008 Advertisement Alcuni limiti descritti, però, impediscono all’iPhone di essere, così comè, uno strumento valido anche in ambito professionale, almeno con le applicazioni che si trovano preinstallate di de.

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La marque Apple, Fonctions musicales, Interface utilisateurApple iPhone 3GLa batterie de l’iPhone est cachée : seul un technicien Apple peut la remplacer. En usage très intensif, le mobile d’Apple tient seulement 6 à 10 heures.

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Uses faster 3G network, Fits standard 3.5mm headphone jacks, Includes GPS, Multitude of Apps available on App Store, Can be “jailbroken”, Works with Enterprise setupsGPS is crippled, Battery life is less than the first iPhone, No message indic

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Abstract:The best touch-screen smartphone just got even better. Full Review and ...

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Design, Qualité de lécran, Interface tactile intuitive, Navigateur web révolutionnaire, Client mail efficace, Fonctionnalités iPod intégrées, WiFiIncompatibilité avec le Flash, Pas de prise en charge des MMS, Impossible de sélectionner le texte et de copi

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BildLjudHemma
Very Good
Abstract:Det säger väl en hel del om hur omfattande hysterin kring iPhone varit. Men det är först nu som Apples telefon går att köpa i Norden – och i en sprillans ny version med 3G och trådlös anslutning. Första versionen av iPhone introducerades i

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We feel the iPhone 3G has some groundbreaking features that others will struggle to imitate. We are especially impressed with its ease of use. The large screen and the touch-screen capabilities eliminates the nested menus that have been standard in oth...

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Abstract:Some people call me an “early adopter” — a term that does not universally apply. Unlike my father and brother, I’ve never gone after new stuff for the sake of new stuff. I still don’t have a Blu-ray player or an HDTV

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Digitaltrends
Very Good
Very good call quality, Faster Web browsing, Excellent 3rd-party app support, Improved email support, Broad feature setStill no video recording or native MMS, 3G drains battery quickly, No expandable memory, Battery isnt user-replaceable, , *Third-Party A

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PCmag
Very Good
3G. True GPS. App Store adds hundreds of third-party programs. Voice quality is much improved from the original iPhone. No more recessed headphone jack. Surprisingly good battery life.An unknown number of buggy units have been released. Still missing vide

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Integrated GPS, excellent browser, very easy to use, massive potential expandability, iTunes integration.Limited GPS, camera is ordinary, no MMS, no Flash support in browser, no A2DP audio.The one fly in the iPhone 3Gs ointment, at least for Australian us

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In summary – I love this, like I loved the original. I’m a sucker for design, but I need usability as well – which is why (and I can hear the abuse already) – I don’t like mac’s. However the iPhone has both in buckets..

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Abstract:Apple has made the second generation iPhone a lot more accessible however not all of those changes work towards creating the perfect mobile device, though it does get closer than ever before.iPhone reviews are on the whole, pretty useless. If you

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What HI FI sound and vision
Very Good
Does everything the brilliant and revolutionary original iPhone did, adds more features, an even more impressive sonic performance, and has a smaller pricetagStill limited to O2, some will be disappointed that the camera hasnt been improved, will undoubte

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PCadvisor
Very Good
Abstract:Those who waited for the 3G second edition of the iPhone will appreciate dramatically faster cellular data access and an impressive software update including a raft of third-party programs. When the original Apple iPhone arrived in June 2007, it

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Smartson
Very Good
Abstract:Vi har testat Iphone 3G under en veckas tid och kan konstatera att användarupplevelsen är något utöver det vanliga, men att telefonen inte kommer utan kompromisser.

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Snabbt webbsurfande, inbyggd GPS, användbarhet och enkelt handhavande, snygg designRenderar inte Flash-innehåll, ingen videoinspelning eller MMS, kort batteridrifttidTrots avsaknaden av funktioner som konkurrenterna bjuder på, rekommenderar vi Apple Iphon

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Abstract:Av | Få mobiltelefoner har skapat en sådan hajp som iPhone. Många var besvikna när den första generationens iPhone aldrig kom till Sverige. När nya iPhone lanserades slog många Mac-hjärtan dubbelslag när det stod klart att iPhone 3G skulle komma

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Abstract:Hva skjer med den nye Iphone 3G når du lar den ligge i lommen sammen med nøkler, mynter og andre gjenstander som kan ripe den opp? Hvor mange fall i bakken tåler Iphone 3G før den blir knust? Våre kolleger hos PC World i USA har satt Iphone 3G på

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Dinside
Very Good
Abstract:kalle iPhone 3G for en telefon er nesten som å kalle for et overnattingssted, det er bare en liten del av egenskapene og opplevelsen som tilbys.Den første uka vi hadde iPhone har vi omtrent ikke brukt den til å snakke i, men likevel brukt den man

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Mobilen
Very Good
Verdens mest brukervennlige mobiltelefon. Lekker og underholdende. 3G, Edge, WLAN, Ipod, Safari nettleser, støtte for Exchange. Suveren skjerm på hele 3,5 tommer. Virker i alle GSM og 3G-nett.Dyr, svakt kamera, ikke video, ikke MMS, ikke A2DP, ikke fildel

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Amobil
Very Good
Abstract:, Super skjerm og enkle menyer, Den beste multimediatelefonen til nå, Avansert, også tilpasset proffbrukeren, Svakt kamera, Mangler MMS og multitasking, Binder deg fullstendig som kunde til Apple

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Abstract:iPhone 3G er en fantastisk telefon, der kun har små fodfejl. Det er også en meget dyr telefon bundet til teleselskabet Telia, der ikke virker helt iPhone-klar. Det ligger i navnet, at understøttelsen af det hurtige 3G-mobilnet er e

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Infosync
Very Good
Faster networking. GPS for location-based services. App Store. New design provides better reception.Camera should be better. Lacks some functions that even basic multimedia phones provide, like video recording. No removable battery.With its faster network

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Computer Bild
Very Good
Auf das neue iPhone mit UMTS und GPS haben viele gewartet. Man kann damit schneller im Internet surfen als mit seinem Vorgänger und per GPS seinen Standort bestimmen. Das Interesse am iPhone 3G steigt auch durch die reduzierten Preise für das Telefon s...

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