We're still waiting to get word when the iPhone 5, or more likely to be named iPhone 4S, will be revealed. Insiders are claiming they've heard production on components will not begin until as late as September 2011. No statement has been made as to whether the Japan earthquake is a factor in this, but many speculate this is the case.
What new features will the iPhone 5/4S have? Probably not anything revolutionary. Apple will obviously upgrade performance components. I'd expect to see a dual core processor, more RAM, graphics acceleration, and higher quality front and back cameras. Rumors are that Apple will do away with the blocky, square style of the iPhone 4 and go back to a rounder, smoother style like the former generations that were favored by most users. By the time it comes out it should be true 4G capable to keep up with competition.
Really the biggest difference I assume we'll see is a larger screen. Not that the phone will be much larger, but the actual touch screen real estate will cover more surface area leaving a smaller border around the screen. There are some rumors that the 'home' button will be left off. Not sure how that would function or if it's worth the trouble.
The best reason to turn in the iPhone 4 to get the iPhone 5 in the upcoming months? 'Grip of death' should be fixed. I can't be personally too excited for the iPhone 5, seeing as I haven't even 'upgraded' to the iPhone 4. I just don't see any problems with my 3GS compared to what's to come. That being said, I'm sure I'll get an iPhone 5, but much after the lines have cleared.
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