The comparisons between the new Apple iPhone 5 and iPhone 4S are inevitable. Also, if you currently own an iPhone 4S, one question you might ask is do I really need an upgrade to the new version? Well, it’s worth the debate but taking into consideration the sleek new body along with the new iOS 6 interface, iPhone 5 is definitely going to enthrall consumers. The iPhone 5 will release on September 21 and the pre-order begins Sept 14. But before you place your order for the new smartphone, you would like to compare the two versions of iPhones according to various specs and functions. We are going to do that for you.
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Release date
While the iPhone 4S released last year and was available from Oct 14, 2011, the iPhone 5 will release on September 21. The iPhone 4S was unveiled by Apple CEO Tim Cook as “Let’s Talk iPhone” since it introduced one of the most popular feature Siri, a voice recognition software for iPhone.
Price
On the price front, Apple has managed to set the same rate for iPhone 5 as that of iPhone 4S: $199 for 16GB, $299 for 32GB and $399 for 64GB. But the better part is the Cupertino has decreased the price of iPhone 4S to $99 for 16 GB model meaning a better bargain for consumers. Since the iPhone 4S will also be upgraded to iOS 6, consumers won’t see it as a bad investment.
Operating System
The iPhone 4S runs on iOS 5.1.1 but the iPhone 5 will arrive with a brand new operating system, the iOS 6. It brings with it new and enhanced features like Passbook, a new Maps app, new calendar, 3D satellite imagery and many more. However, iPhone 4S holders don’t need to worry as Apple has promised to update devices as old the iPhone 3GS to iOS 6. So 4S users, get ready for iOS 6.
Processor & Memory
The processor is enhanced in the new iPhone 5 with A6 chip taking the center stage. The new chip boasts of 2 times better performance than the chip found in the older version however, the exact speed of the processor is not yet known. As far as iPhone 4S is concerned, it came with a dual core 800 MHz A5 chip and 512 MB of RAM. We are expecting the iPhone 5 to come with at least 1 GB of RAM.
Display & Storage
Yes, the iPhone 5 comes with a larger display, 4-inch Retina display with 326 PPI. It sports a resolution of 1136 x 640 and a 16:9 aspect ratio while its predecessor has 3.5 inch screen size with a resolution of 640×960 at 326 PPI. The iPhone 5 offers same storage options as iPhone 4S: 16 GB, 32 GB and 64 GB.
Network
For the first time iPhone comes with 4G. The iPhone 5 will support HSPA+, DC-HSDPA and LTE. The WiFi connectivity feature has also improved on the new iPhone with speeds up to 15MBps. No 4G was available before on iPhone 4S.
Weight and Dimensions
The new version of iPhone is lighter and thinner than its predecessor. Compared to iPhone 4S which was 9.3 mm thick and weighed 140 grams, the iPhone 5 is 20% lighter at 112 grams and 18% thinner at 7.6 mm.
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