12 2009 iPhone 3GS
The iPhone 3GS was two times faster than the iPhone 3G. It had a built-in compass and support for basic voice commands. It had a better camera with the added ability to record video.
Price
Contract / No Contract (adjusted for inflation)
- 16GB: $199 /$599 ($229 / $691)
- 32GB: $299 / $699 ($345 / $806)
When Apple introduced the iPhone 4 they also released an 8GB version of the iPhone 3GS priced at $99 with a qualifying contract.
Design
The 8GB iPhone 3GS was only available in black. The 32GB model was available in black or white. It was made of plastic with a black glass front and a metal bezel. The Apple text on the back was changed from gray to silver.
Key Features
- 3-megapixel autofocus camera with video recording
- Hands-free voice control
- Built-in digital compass