iPhone 4

Yesterday Apple unveiled their latest iPhone, the iPhone 4 at the World Wide Developers Conference 2010 (WWDC 2010). It turned out to be really as the prototypes leaked some weeks ago.

Its slogan is “This phone changes everything. Again.” I agree with what they say about this being a big leap over the last iPhone but it isn't anything so outstanding as it just introduces features which some other phones such as some which the Google Nexus One already had. Apple is just reaching out for the current specs possible. Read on to see the unique features of this iPhone compared to other iDevices.

FaceTime

FaceTime is video calling. You can video call someone from the address book or when already in a normal call with a contact. You can use the front or the back camera in FaceTime and you can easily change between them.

Retina Display

Apple did a big upgrade in regards to their screen resolution.The resolution of the iPhone 4 is 960x460 in the same space used for the 420x320 screen of older models. This means it now has 326 ppi instead of 163 ppi making it clearer and more readable. According to Apple, the iPhone 4 has the sharpest, most vibrant, and highest screen resolution in the smartphone market. I think this is true as the Google Nexus One has a screen of 800x480 and 252 ppi and it was the best display I had heard of for a smartphone.

HD Video Recording and 5 Megapixel Photo Camera

You can now shoot HD video up to 720p and even edit it with the upcoming iMovie app which will be available for $4.99 USD. You can share that video then. Also the 5 megapixel back camera lets you take clear pictures and the front facing VGA camera lets you take self portraits without messing the photo. The back camera has a LED Flash for taking pictures in the dark.

iPhone 4 Release Date

The iPhone 4 will be released on June 24. Pre-orders for iPhone 4 start on April 15. iPhone 4 will be available in 16 GB ($199 with 2-year contract) and 32 GB ($299 with 2-year contract).*

*Prices for the US in USD.