Mon Jun 9, 2008 10:30PM EDT
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It's been a year since the original iPhone was released, so many of us were expecting the new iPhone to at least incorporate features that are currently available on even the most basic phones, like the ability to shoot video, MMS, extra storage (is 32GB too much to ask for?), and Bluetooth audio. Unfortunately, none of these were addressed in the latest iPhone, which touts built-in GPS capabilities, 3G, and black and white back covers.
We've been clamoring for 3G for a long time, but are we willing to pay the price? Those of us who currently own an iPhone will want to sell it before upgrading to a faster iPhone 3G, but who's going to buy them? Auction sites are expected to be saturated with first-generation iPhones in the coming weeks, and only those smart enough to sell theirs now are likely to get some money back.
On the bright side, there's still a great demand for unlocked phones out there, with some still selling for over $300. But once the new iPhone 3G hits the market, you'll be lucky to get $150 for the old model.
The new iPhone's $199 price tag (for 8GB) looks good in comparison to the first model, but is it really? According to The New York Times, the low cost of the iPhone doesn't mean you'll end up paying less over the two years you're tied into a contract. As some of you already know, AT&T has raised the pricing of its 3G data plans, which will now cost $30 per month, and $45 per month for business users.
That's a $10-per-month increase, or an extra $240 over the life of the contract that current users don't have to pay. So at first it may appear that you're saving yourself $200, but in the long run you're paying more.
Show of hands (or comments): How many of you will be upgrading? Why or why not?
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no upgrade for me. im happy with my "old" 16iphone. the new one dosent have video, a better camera, cup/paste. the 3g is faster than edge, but 9/10 times im on wifi. i do want the turn by turn navigation, but i think there will be upgrades with the navigation feature, where can i go to get info on iphone upgrades?
Well I will get the new Iphone. It does have bluetooth. If you're someone who doesnt want to pay 100$ for a phone bill then you probably shouldnt get an iphone, its not for you. You always get what you pay for. If youre someone who needs these features then you know at&t charges you the same for blackberrys. I would say its worth it when you consider the WIFI, 3g (dsl speeds),16gb of media, and the ability to get your corp email, and countless amounts of applications you can run on the phone. The phone is only 300 I would pay 600 for it. There is nothing out there better nor will there be a better phone for a while. Its simple if you need it and can afford it, get it, if not then you should go get a prepaid phone lol.
I bought my iPhone in March and it has bluetooth...why would they takee it off?
Ilove my iphone, I can't go anywhere without it... I am not upgrading I will wait to see what Apple is going to come up with next.
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1 Posted by mfernandes118 on Thu Sep 3, 2009 7:17PM EDT Report Abuse
The current iPhone and the new one both have bluetooth.