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Guilherme Mazui

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What is the Difference Between Apple iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4?

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The iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4 are two different models of Apple's iPhone, with the iPhone 4 being the newer and more advanced device. Some key differences between the two include:

  • Performance: The iPhone 4 has an "Apple A4" processor of unspecified speed and 512 MB of RAM, while the iPhone 3GS has a slower processor and less RAM.
  • Network Support: The iPhone 3GS supports 3G UMTS/HSDPA networks, whereas the iPhone 4 (GSM) and iPhone 4 (GSM, Revision A) support UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA networks for compatibility with more cellular carriers. The iPhone 4 (CDMA) supports CDMA (EV-DO, Rev. A, 800 MHz, 1900 MHz) instead.
  • Display: The iPhone 4 has a higher-resolution display with 640 x 960 pixels at 326ppi, while the iPhone 3GS has a lower-resolution display with 320 x 480 pixels at 163ppi.
  • Camera: The iPhone 4 has a better camera with higher pixel density and front-facing capability, while the iPhone 3GS has a lower-quality rear-facing camera.
  • Battery Life: The iPhone 4 has a slightly larger battery capacity of 1418mAh compared to the iPhone 3GS's 1219mAh battery.
  • SIM Card: The iPhone 4 (GSM) uses a Micro SIM, while the iPhone 3GS uses a Mini SIM. The iPhone 4 (CDMA) has no SIM card at all.
  • Design: The iPhone 4 features a glass front and back, while the iPhone 3GS has a plastic back. The iPhone 4's design can be less durable, but it is considered more modern.

Overall, the iPhone 4 is a faster and more advanced device with better network support, display, camera, and battery life compared to the iPhone 3GS.

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    Here is a table comparing the differences between the Apple iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4:

    Feature iPhone 3GS iPhone 4
    Design All plastic body with curvier lines All stainless steel body with angular lines
    Display 3.5" LCD, 163ppi, 480 x 640px 3.5" LCD IPS, 326ppi, 640 x 960px
    Processor 1 x 0.6GHz (Apple A4?) 1 x 0.8GHz (Apple A4)
    RAM 256 MB 512 MB
    Cameras 3.15MP rear-facing camera, no front camera 5MP rear-facing camera, VGA front camera
    Microphones Single microphone Dual noise-canceling microphones
    Network Support 3G UMTS/HSDPA UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA
    Battery Life Unknown Unknown
    Internal Storage 0.3GB 0.5GB

    Please note that the exact processor speed for the iPhone 3GS is not specified, but it is believed to be the same Apple A4 processor as the iPhone 4, just with a slower clock speed.

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    Guilherme Mazui

    Guilherme Mazui is graduated in journalism from the Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG) and a master's degree in Communication from the University of São Paulo (USP). In addition, he has experience in advertising writing and has worked as a content editor in several companies.