The very first time that Apple introduced the iPhone to the masses was in the year 2007, which is, without doubt, still one of the most popular and desired consumer products up to this day. On the day it was launched, thousands of customers patiently lined up to be the first ones ever to purchase this rather exceptional phone that sported computing and Wi-Fi capabilities on an innovative touch screen.
In October 2011, Apple introduced its newest phone – the iPhone 4S. While its outward appearance is significantly similar to that of the iPhone 4, the great news is, it has many new hot features that will surely delight anyone who owns it. How can Apple be able to sell over 4 million units of the iPhone 4S on its first weekend of sales if it does not have anything new to offer?
Probably one of the best things about the new iPhone 4S is the fact that it comes with a really cool and intelligent “virtual assistant” known as Siri, which functions just like a personal assistant, only much better because all you need to do is simply ask. Siri allows you to use your voice in order to set reminders, send text messages, make phone calls and even check the weather.
There are other devices out in the market that can recognize many words that people say, but what makes Siri extremely special is that it has the ability to understand what you mean, and really act on it. It’s just like you have a very reliable assistant that is at your beck and call 24/7.
Other cool things you would surely enjoy with the iPhone 4S include: the dual-core A5 chip (which is also in iPad2), an 8-megapixel camera and improved optics, the iOS 5, the iCloud, AirPlay, AirPrint, 1080p full HD video, and many more.
To learn more about the all-new iPhone 4S, check out the video below:
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Hi Johanna,
The video about the iphone 4s sure is amazing! I definitely would love to have that Siri to help me organize many things in my work and social activities. Thanks for sharing this nice post!
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Hi Cara,
Glad you liked the iPhone 4s. You should buy one if you haven’t got the latest phones yet.
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Oh, do you have any idea how much it really costs?
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Hi Cara,
I think the new iPhone 4S is available from $199, $299 up to $399 (the price depends on the storage capacity you choose) on networks like AT&T, Sprint and Verizon networks in the US market. See the link if you like
http://store.apple.com/us/browse/home/shop_iphone/family/iphone
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Thanks for the information! I sure would like to have this iPhone 4S, but it’s still quite pricey for me. Are there other trusted providers or sellers that sell this phone at a much lower price? Looking forward to any suggestions..thanks in advance!
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To Cara,
Well, lucky for you I found a much affordable way on how to buy this new iPhone 4s. Head over to Walmart and go to your local Wally World. The price? The 16GB unit is available for only $188. The typical price of the iPhone 4S is $199. Take note that both of them comes with a two-year contract with the provider. You can only buy it on the actual stores, so if your local Walmart store is sold out, you have to wait until they get more in stock.
http://osxdaily.com/2011/10/17/iphone-4s-discount-walmart/
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I like the VA feature of iPhone4s. It would be very helpful to me especially that I’m totally out of focus most of the time! I had my mobile set-up for my schedule but I’m too lazy to read it and to stick into it most of the time. In the end, I do all, remember all manually. LOL So that specific picture will be helpful for me.
Hi Greg,
Welcome to my blog!
I agree with you when it comes to noting down schedules on the mobile phone, there are times we are still too lazy to read it and carry it out at the specified time. In the end, I write most of my daily to-do’s on a post-it note and put it next to my desk or on top of my computer keyboard so I’ll be sure to read it first thing the next day.
iPhone 4s, I think, will surely be helpful for us in sorting out our hectic schedules.
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I hate both reading and writing so having my own iPhone 4s will be very helpful for me especially that I’m so lazy doing these things by myself! LOL Hopefully, I can to have this soon cause this could really help me do all my tasks.
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Hey Johanna,
I have a Samsung Galaxy SII already before this iPhone 4S was released. I guess I need to borrow someone’s iPhone 4S so I can find out first hand which of the two are most suitable for me.
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Hi David,
I bet the Galaxy SII is a great phone as well! Do let us know what you find out, okay?
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I borrowed and compared my Galaxy SII with a friend’s iPhone 4s, and guess what? I still prefer my SII. It has a much bigger screen, has very quick browsing speeds and much better camera functions.
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Hi Johanna,
Well, sorry to burst any Apple lover’s bubble, but for me, this is not the best phone. Phones are very much similar to cars and computers. There is no perfect car or computer that will please everyone. Many of us have different needs and wants when it comes to these things, and phones are no exception.
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Hi Erwin,
You certainly have a point there. However, for me, this new iPhone 4S managed to really attract lots and lots of consumers because the phone actually goes beyond plain cellphone features. I agree with you, we all have different needs and wants. Lucky are those who are able to afford these awesome Apple products.
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Apple continues to revolutionize the world of smartphones. And they just took it to another level with the release of iPhone 4S. I’ve heard/seen reviews on the Siri app, and all I can hear/see is good news.
They really are the best when it comes to making computers, and they will be for a very long time.
This is totally worth the cost.
Hi Linda,
There are many good views about Siri, but actually I have read around the Net that there are negative comments about it. Probably came from anti-Apple people
Anyways, I agree that even if it has exactly the same look as iPhone 4, it still is a great smartphone to have, and having your very own Siri (especially when it still is a new kind of app) makes it all the more irresistible.
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It seems to me that such profession as “secretary” will soon disappear, because of Iphone 4S. Why will anyone need a secretary if they have Siri? Of course, it’s a joke, but to tell you the truth this feature impressed me most of all! But certainly other benefits are also very interesting and useful! I would love to have this phone!
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Hi Jeanie,
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Siri is really a breakthrough because even if there were voice-responsive devices that were released on other phones before, they weren’t as intelligent and amazing like Siri.
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I’ve seen people asking Siri funny things and the best part is Siri replies back with amusing things.. unexpected, but amusing.
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Hi Jonathan,
I agree, Siri does reply quite funnily and amusingly. I’ve seen a video wherein the owner asks over and over again about the meaning of life and he gets different quirky responses from Siri.
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October 25, 2011 at 7:49 am
The new iPhone 4s looks really cool! I will be waiting for its release in the Apple store near our town.
Thanks for sharing!
Heh, Cristina, you’re in the same situation as I am – we have to wait untill new iPhone appears anywhere near our towns. Gosh I’m waiting for this! But I think pre-order will take as much time.
Hi Christina and Gareth,
I hope you are enjoying your new iPhone 4s units by now!
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October 27, 2011 at 3:37 pm
The iPhone 4S does not impress me because it does not have much improvement except having a decent camera, processor and GPU. Siri for example, is only limited to iPhone 4S but it is actually just an app as Apple has bought from the developer and it should work on other models.
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Hi Alvin,
Your opinion is very much appreciated. Not every phone can satisfy one’s needs and wants, no matter how popular they are. I agree with your point about Siri just being an app. It’s Apple’s strategy to make the iPhone 4s unique than the previous model.
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Its a great phone with amazing specifications but its not the best smartphone out there, definitely the most expensive but not the best as far as specifications goes for example. I prefer the Samsung Galaxy S II.
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Hi Cristian,
There are many people who prefer the Samsung Galaxy S II, and I’m beginning to wonder that maybe the Siri app is what made me want to have the iPhone 4s in the first place..
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First time I saw a video of the iPhone 4s, I was really awed. Siri is totally hot! Apple just keeps getting better and better.
Hi Ira,
Me too! When I saw the iPhone 4s video, I was really amazed at what Siri can do. Apple phones are really great, but for me, the price is just too high for many of us.
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Awesome! I hope iPhone4s is a user friendly phone.. Don’t have enough patience to explore such gadgets that are very complicated. Gotta check on this one. Thank you for sharing Johanna.
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Hi Gabby,
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Glad you have found this post helpful. I bet the iPhone 4s will really be user friendly for you. I recall from one of Steve Jobs’ speeches that he usually aims to have Apple’s merchandise to be extremely user friendly that even 5-year-old children can use and enjoy them.
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I think that Siri is the best app for any device. It’s so cool and useful. When I first saw the video presentation of this app I was overwhelmed! Awesome!
Hi Benita,
Welcome to my blog!
I agree, the Siri is really a cool app. It would be a really helpful tool for anyone who can incorporate the Siri to their lives and make it work effectively for them every day.
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“Probably one of the best things about the new iPhone 4S is the fact that it comes with a really cool and intelligent “virtual assistant” known as Siri”
i love my little virtual assistant and the fact it is still in beta is the best part about it 
I would say this is the best feature
cant wait to see new things to come
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Hi Adz,
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I agree, Siri is really cool to behold. I also am curious on what improvements are going to be done on it in the near future.
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Just a few hours ago, I jokingly asked my brother to buy me an iPhone 4s as my Christmas present! I’m actually insisting the VA feature of it and even cited that it would be helpful for me, but you already know for sure his reaction on that! lol I really want to have a iPhone 4s all because of its VA feature, I think I need to work a bit more to buy this one!
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January 18, 2012 at 7:39 pm
Another amazing phone! Right now, I’m totally after of iPhone 4s. I am looking forward to the VA feature of the site. That’s precisely the most important feature for me since I really need some help in handling my offline and online activities.
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Sure is great reading about this post of yours about the iPhone 4s, especially when I have one myself. The iPhone 4s may be quite expensive for some, but to me, it’s very useful and it’s well worth my money. Thanks for sharing!