Apple iPhone 4 Unboxing

In this video on TekSocial, I will be unboxing Apple's latest iPhone, the iPhone 4. You may have already seen many unboxings of this, but I thought that I would post mine anyway, to inform you what comes with the new iPhone. The iPhone in which I purchased, the 16 GB to be exact, will run you $199.99 with a new AT&T contract. The 32 GB will run you just $100.00 more at $299.99. The new iPhone features many new things, such as a front-facing camera. The new camera is great for taking pictures, as well as using Apple's new video chatting service called FaceTime. The back camera shoots at 5 mega-pixels at 30 FPS, and includes an LED flash as well. Besides that, the iPhone's hardware has changed a bit, with glass on the front and back. Those are some of the differences between the 3GS and the iPhone 4.

The iPhone 4 Makes Me Smile

I've only been using the new iPhone 4 for a few days since its launch on the 30th, but every time I wake it, start texting, reading the news or playing a game, I can't help but smile. When you hit that sleep/wake button and the display lights up, you're constantly reminded of the amazing job Apple has done with the new display. And sliding that button across to bring up your home screen makes me smile every time. 

The new retina display is phenomenally crisp and clear. It makes all text and pictures look incredibly natural on the screen and I honestly can't think of a clearer user interface. 

The A4 chip blows my mind. Apps launch and run with no delay, no crashes and it makes browsing your phone an incredibly satisfying experience. 

The phone feels incredible in your hand. Its got a great weight and feels very strong and durable. 

Not one reception issue (what more do I have to say)

All these things just bring about a huge amount of self satisfaction while I use the phone. I never want to put it down.

Good job, Apple. Keep up the good work.

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iPhone: A History in the Making

Remember that day when you got your shiney new iPhone? No, I’m not talking about June 24, 2010 but June 29, 2007. June 29, 2007 was the day when Apple released the phone that would set the standard for mobile devices today. That device is known as the Apple iPhone. The iPhone back in 2007, consisted of 1 page of applications, a SMS app, the phone application, the terrible camera and a bunch of other useless apps. Since 2007, every release of the iPhone has been game changing.

In 2008, Apple released the iPhone 3G. The iPhone 3G featured the revolutionary AppStore, and brought along 3G capabilities via AT&T. In 2008, most of us rushed out to pick up this new iPhone in one of two colors, Black or White. With the release of the iPhone 3G,I knew the iPhone couldn’t go anywhere but up.

In 2009, Apple released the iPhone 3GS. The iPhone 3GS brought a ton of new features including, a video camera, a faster processor and of course, the useless compass app. The iPhone 3GS, included features that the original iPhone should’ve had from day one. Once again, the new iPhone 3GS was available in one of two colors, Black or White. I for one, wasn’t too thrilled about the release of the iPhone 3GS, due to the fact that I’ve had video recording and a compass since 2008 via a jailbreak.

Now for 2010, Apple decided to take the biggest leap since the original iPhone. On June 24, 2010, Apple released the iPhone 4. The iPhone 4 is one of the greatest phones I’ve ever held. The amazing retina display, and the 5 megapixel camera will make any iPhone user go out and spend around $199 for this bad boy. Now, the retina display and the 5 megapixel camera aren’t nearly all of the additions to the iPhone 4. Also included in the iPhone 4 is a gyroscope, 2 cameras, 2 microphones and on yeah, FaceTime. FaceTime is iChat for iPhone basically. FaceTime is video chatting from your iPhone 4, to another iPhone 4 (via a WiFi connection). Honestly I can say that the iPhone 4 has set the standards high, and Apple has been doing that since 2007. The iPhone 4 isn’t just a new phone, but it’s like holding the future in your hands.

Now, as you can clearly tell, Apple, and the technology they produce has come along way since 2007. Every June, Apple announces a new iPhone, and this year I was actually excited to get my hands on one. For 2010, Apple has definitely set the standard high for mobile devices, and I can’t wait to see what we’ll see for 2011.

iPhone 4 Press Conference & Reception Issue

There is way too much coverage on this issue. My video pokes fun at it a little and also makes three big points. Are you unhappy with your iPhone 4? Return it for FREE! Put a Bumper or case on it and the problem goes away. Last, Apple just admit the problem and give away free cases. Not sure what they'll do, but when politicians start talking about it as opposed to the Gulf, economy or Afghanistan, it's gone too far.

Unboxed: Motorola Droid X

In spirit of the Motorola Droid X launch, I will be presenting Israel's unboxing of the Motorola Droid X. At Gadget Experts we will be breaking down the hardware, software, comparisons to other mobile devices, and then a full review. So far, we think this phone is a beast. It has a massive 4.3-inch multitouch display that has a higher resolution than the iPhone 4's Retina Display. The phone is also running Android 2.1, but will be updated to 2.2 later this summer. The phone will feature full Flash support later in the summer. The Motorola Droid will cost you $199 on a 2 year contract with Verizon Wireless.

For more coverage of the Droid X and a lot of other devices please be sure to visit our YouTube channel.