It’s that exciting time of the year again – WWDC announcements. As predicted the new iPhone with all its juicy details were unveiled. The name for this new version is the iPhone 3G S and it comes with a whole swag of improvements; many of which were mentioned in our 7 Must-Have Improvements for the iPhone 3G post a couple of months back.

I’m over-the-moon that Apple have fixed the iphone!

Here are the main improvements of the iPhone 3G S:

• Faster processor
• 3.0 Megapixel camera with macro and auto focus
• Video recording 30fps
• Voice-control : iTunes and dialing
• 7.2Mbps HSDPA, WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1, EDR
• Enhanced battery life
• Bigger 32GB capacity available

The only drawback to all this is it’s 2 grams heavier

Yes I Will Be Upgrading My iPhone 3G

Given the above, I will definitely be updating, mostly due to the new iPhone 3.0 OS, video recording and faster broadband speeds. These should enhance my daily workflow nicely.

Video on iPhone Will Make Vidcasting Even More Popular

Even though video recording has been available on mobile phones for a while, the fact that it becomes standard on the iPhone 3G S means that we should see a rise in video-sharing websites / apps in the upcoming months. I for one will be relaunching myself into the vidcast world.

iPhone 3G S Availability

According to Engadget, the new iPhone 3G S will be available in the U.S. from June 18th however it looks like August for the rest of the world. You’ll be able to pick up the 16GB for $199 and the 32GB for $299 on new AT&T contracts.

What do you think?

What are your thoughts? Have the changes tempted you to upgrade to get an iPhone 3G S? Please comment below.

Via Engadget

The rumor mill has begun to spin with a once mostly unknown website, Appadvice.com, claiming to have the inside scoop on key features of the upcoming iPhone and its release date. No big surprises in this list compared to predictions that were made months ago but exciting nonetheless. I particularly like the idea of being able to record video – get ready for some serious vidcasting folks!

Oh can’t forget I’m also looking forward to better battery life, turn-by-turn GPS and others…

Specifications of New iPhone:

• 32GB and 16GB to replace current capacities
• $199 and $299 price-points to be maintained
• 3.2 Megapixel camera
• Video recording & editing capabilities
• Ability to send a picture & video via MMS
• Discontinuation of the metal band surrounding the edge of the device
• OLED screen
• 1.5X The battery life
• Double the RAM and processing power
• Built-in FM transmitter
• Apple logo on the back to light up
• Rubber-tread backing
• Sleeker design
• Built-in compass
• Revolutionary combination of the camera, GPS, compass, and Google maps to identify photo and inform about photo locations.
• Turn by turn directions
• July 17th, 2009 release date

Seriously doubt that I’ll make the effort to be the first one in my state to get the new iPhone but I’ll be lining up in Melbourne.

Who’s joining me?

I don’t know how you feel, but I think the world is ready for a new and improved iPhone. Yes, it was the best phone that 2008 brought out but with the likes of the Palm Pre, HTC Touch Diamond2 and HTC Magic about to hit town, the title for Best Phone of 2009 may just go elsewhere.

Apple stop. Before you even think of releasing it, I’ve compiled a wishlist of features that I (and many millions around the world) would love to see accompany the next iteration of the iPhone.

Please take note that this list is devised around my personal preferences and most were mentioned in my blog post regarding the “10 most annoying things about the iPhone“.

If you would like to add your own, please include your portion by adding a comment.

I’m sure Apple would love to hear what you’d like too.

Mr.Gadget’s iPhone Wishlist 2009:

1. Turn-by-turn GPS: Googlemaps is “ok” but I miss true turn-by-turn voice guided navigation. There were positive signs at MWC 2009 that this wish may soon to be realised, however still nothing in the AppStore. Would like some sort of Apple collaboration with TomTom, Navman or Garmin.

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