The iPhone 3GS (originally styled iPhone 3G S) is a smartphone that was designed and marketed by Apple Inc. It is the third generation iPhone and the successor to the iPhone 3G. … This iPhone is named “3GS” where “S” stood for
Speed
(Phil Schiller had mentioned it in the launch keynote).
What does S stand for in iPhone 4S?
29th 2012 7:55 pm PT. @markgurman. 94 Comments. While the S in iPhone 3GS stands for speed, according to Phil Schiller's 2009 announcement, Apple CEO Tim Cook says that the “S” in iPhone “4S” stands for
Siri
. Speed would have made sense for the iPhone 4S because of its dual-core A5 chip.
What does the G in iPhone 3G stand for?
What does the “3G” in the name mean? … No, you didn't sleep through an iPhone product introduction—3G in this case stands for
third-generation mobile technology
. It's a wide-area wireless technology that allows for much faster data transmission than the EDGE network used by AT&T with the iPhone right now.
Why is it called iPhone 3G?
Simple marketing techniques prevented Apple from following the iPhone 2G with a phone called the ”iPhone 2”, and Apple similarly wanted to showcase the fact that
this phone featured 3G capabilities
. This led Apple to name their next phone the iPhone 3G.
Is the iPhone 3GS still usable?
Can You Even Use The iPhone 3GS In 2020?
Yes
, of course, you could. So long as you had a battery that had power left in it, the iPhone 3GS would turn on and work. However, actually running the phone might be more problematic on account of its minuscule CPU and memory.
Is H+ better than 4G?
H+ can usually provide really decent speeds of up to an impressive 168 Mbit/s – a big improvement from the original H speeds. Using H+, you'll probably be able to use your phone as normal in terms of internet, text and call usage – you just might notice
the speed is slightly slower than 4G
.
Why do I have H+ instead of 4G?
Possibly because you are not getting 4g network in your area,
H+ denotes 3g and comes whever phone is unable to find 4g signal
. There are no phone settings required to get 4g as long as you have 4g activated on your plan and you are using a 4g ready sim card.
What is the S in iPhone?
Back when Apple first announced the iPhone 3GS, Schiller himself proudly explained the name as “the S
simply stands for speed
, because this is the most powerful, fastest iPhone we've ever made.”
What is S in iPhone series?
The iPhone 5s “s” apparently stands for
security
(they added touch ID), but the “s” in iPhone 6s is still largely debated, though some have speculated that it might be for sensitivity (as per the new 3D Touch features)
What does R stand for in iPhone XR?
Stephen Lam/Reuters. One of Apple's new phones this fall is the iPhone XR. Apple finally revealed what the “R” means. Apparently, it's
an homage to “special” sports cars
, according to Apple's marketing chief, Phil Schiller.
What is iPhone 12 made of?
All four models of the iPhone 12 (iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Max) have the same ceramic shield on the screen and the same type of glass on the back. The only difference in materials is the frame. The two Pros have a stainless steel frame, while the Mini and the 12 are
aluminum
.
What is the best iPhone to date?
- iPhone 13 Pro Max. The best iPhone you can buy. Specifications. …
- iPhone 13. The best iPhone for most people. …
- iPhone 13 Pro. All the best features of the iPhone 13 Pro Max. …
- iPhone 13 mini. The best compact iPhone. …
- iPhone 12 mini. Still a good compact iPhone. …
- iPhone 11. The best iPhone bargain.
What is biggest iPhone screen?
The biggest iPhone models have screens of over 6 inches. These include at the very top size the
6.7-inch iPhone 13 Pro Max
and iPhone 12 Pro Max, followed by the likes of the iPhone 11 Pro Max at 6.5 inches and the iPhone 13 at 6.1 inches.
Are iPhone 3GS worth anything?
Although newer iPhones get substantial value (iPhone 4S + 64GB AT&T is up to $150 today),
iPhone 3 and 3GS are rapidly becoming worthless in
the US. Your phone is may still be worth money in a rebate or gift cart in USA if you exchange it as part of a phone purchase.
What is the oldest iPhone that still works?
The
iPhone 6S, 6S Plus, and first-generation iPhone SE
, which all shipped with iOS 9, will be among the oldest devices to receive the OS update. Six years is an awfully long life span for a mobile device, and certainly puts the 6S in the running for the longest supported phone to date.
What can I do with my old iPhone 3GS?
Contact Apple
via its recycling policy page and see what your old handset is worth. If you've got an original iPhone, iPhone 3G or iPhone 3GS, Apple will still recycle the device for you but doesn't offer any money, and you need to take it into an Apple Store.
