Apple iPhone 4S Review
Prestigious Background:
In the field of cellular devices, Apple has become a symbol of status, honor, pride and dignity. The giant multinational corporation, based in the USA, has proved to be the block buster for some time in terms of producing the world’s finest handsets. The scientists, serving at the company, invented the touch sensitive controls in their mobile phones for the first time in the history of technological evolution.
Being a mega tech social machine, Apple iPhone 1 just startled the entire world with its super efficient features and applications. Moving a step ahead in technological innovations, they further introduced iPhone 2. Later on, the iPhone 3 was considered as one of the masterpiece devices produced by the company till that time. In addition, it is quite logical to say that the surprising and magnificent launch of the Apple iPhone 4S has once again broke all the previous records set by the world’s famous mobile phone manufacturers.
Powerful A9 Processor:
The dual-core Processor, in the 4S version of iPhones is featured with ARM Cortex-A9 technology that ensures low power consumption and superior performance. Operating at the rate of 1 GHz, the machine provides you fleeting speeds for the simultaneous running of multiple bulky applications. So, as it is the case with majority of the low-end and cheap handsets available around, you won’t have to wait for a long time and everything will be done within just seconds.
Efficient Operation System:
Installed in 4S, Apple’s iOS5 stands among the world’s most advanced operating systems provided in such portable devices and it also includes 200 brand new software features. The dual-core CPU, PowerVR Graphics Processing Unit or GPU and Apple A5 chipset, collectively, provide an ideal platform for the excellent performance of this unique and extraordinary operating system (OS).
Price Factor:
The Apple iPhone 4S price in Pakistan varies depending on the specs, particularly, in terms of the capacity of internal memory. The three available memory choices include 64 GB, 32 GB and 16 GB, where for the highest internal memory capacity (64 GB), you will have to pay more than seventy thousand Pakistani rupees.
Voice Recognition:
The Siri application, on the gadget, enables you enjoy a unique experience of voice recognition with the help of which you can send messages, make calls, set reminders or execute any other operation just by speaking in a natural way. In voice recognition, the factor of language support does matter but you need not worry a bit as this marvelous gadget supports dozens of the leading languages in the world!
Light Weight and Smarter Dimensions:
Weighing just 0.140 kg (140 gram), the stylish Apple smartphone is furnished with attractive dimensions, measuring 115.2, 58.6 and 9.3mm in length, width and depth (thickness), respectively. Such convenient and appreciable physical features not only add to its portability but also enhance the convenience of its operation as the slim and smart gadget perfectly fits in the palm of your either hand.
Extraordinary Display:
If you plan to buy Apple iPhone 4S, it is for sure that you will be enjoying an In-plane Switching (IPS) liquid crystal display furnished with 16 million colors on an advanced capacitive touchscreen that also has LED-backlight.
8MP Camera:
The HD video recording (1080p@30fps) primary camera is furnished with many outstanding features, namely, video stabilization, geo tagging, HDR, panorama, HDR, and so on. In addition to it, you will also be enjoying the technologies of face detection, autofocus, touch focus and super quality LED flash. The secondary camera, featured on the front side of your new handset, enables video calling over the 3G as well as Wi-Fi connections.
Obvious Shortcomings:
Whatever mind blowing characteristics this postmodern smart cellular device brings with itself, you cannot ignore the embarrassing flaws it contains, for example:
No 4G Support: In an age of 4G networking, the modern users cannot get satisfied with anything lower than this, and such a deficiency will force them for a second thought.
Low End Secondary Camera: An ordinary VGA camera does not fit as a characteristic feature of such a high end postmodern smartphone and the staunch Apple fans might be feeling embarrassed for this flaw.
Bottom Line:
The latest and outstanding accomplishments in the present device overcome its minor shortcomings which can go even unnoticed. However, a high Apple iPhone 4S price is posing a serious hurdle on the way of interested buyers who are impatient to enjoy the delicious fruit of the postmodern technology.
Apple iPhone 4S Specifications
Announced/Release Date
- Announced 2011, October
- Status Available. Released 2011, October
Internet Functions
- Facebook Yes
- Youtube Yes
- Google Search Yes
- Twitter Yes
- Browser HTML (Safari)
Connectivity Features
- USB (Universal Serial Bus) Yes, v2.0
- Bluetooth Connection Yes, v4.0 with A2DP
- GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) Yes
- EDGE Yes
- WLAN For Connecting Internet Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi hotspot
- NFC (Near Field Communication) No
- 3G (Speed) HSDPA, 14.4 Mbps; HSUPA, 5.8 Mbps
Battery Type And Timing
- Battery Non-removable Li-Po 1432 mAh battery (5.3 Wh)
- Stand-by Time (Approx.) 200 Hours (2G and 3G)
- Talk Time (Approx.) 14 Hours on 2G and 8 Hours on 3G
- Music Play Time 40 Hours
Hardware And Memory
- OS (Operating System) iOS 5, upgradable to iOS 6.1.3
- CPU Capacity Dual-core 1 GHz Cortex-A9
- Chipset Apple A5
- GPU For Graphics PowerVR SGX543MP2
- Internal Memory 16/32/64 GB
- External Memory No
- RAM and ROM 512 MB RAM
Network Coverage And SIM Info
- 2G Network GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
- 3G Network HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
- 4G Network No
- SIM Type Micro-SIM
Body Structure And Style
- Display Type LED-backlit IPS LCD, Capacitive Touchscreen
- Display Size 3.5 Inches, 640 x 960 pixels
- Body Weight 140 g
- Body Dimensions 115.2 x 58.6 x 9.3 mm
- Colors Black, White
Camera And Multimedia
- Backside Camera (Primary) 8 MP, 3264x2448 pixels, Autofocus with LED flash
- Frontside Camera (Secondary) Yes, VGA
- Photo Editor Yes
- Video Recording Quality Yes, 1080p@30fps, video stabilization
- Audio Player Support MP3/WAV/eAAC+ player
- Video Player (File Types) MP4/WMV/H.264/H.263 player
- Radio No
- 3.5mm jack Yes
- Loudspeaker Yes
Business Features
- Document Editor No
- MS Word Support Yes
Apple iPhone 4S Features
- 140 g Weight
- 3.5 Inches, LED-backlit IPS TFT, Capacitive Touchscreen
- 16/32/64 GB storage, 512 MB RAM
- Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi hotspot
- 8 MP, 3264×2448 pixels, autofocus Camera with LED flash
- Touch focus, geo-tagging, face detection, HDR Functions
- VGA front facing camera
- iOS 5, upgradable to iOS 5.1
- Dual-core 1 GHz Cortex-A9 Processor
- Available in Black and White Colors
- Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic
- Scratch-resistant Glass Back Panel
- Standard battery, Li-Po 1420mAh
- Talk Time Up to 14 h (2G) / Up to 8 h (3G)
- Music Play up to 40 Hours