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If I don't need bells and whistles, is there a reason I should not buy the cheaper iphone 3GS simply because there will likely be a 4G iphone replacement soon? SInce I'd be locked into the 3GS as an upgrade for 2 years, I'm wondering if there are other considerations? I've been fine w/just my simple non-smart phone for a while but the battery is dying and the cost to replace it equals the cost of the 3GS. Thanks in advance!
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marcyb
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13 years ago
Thanks so much...truly. You are right. I'll stick with the 3GS. Our culture has turned me into a gear brat...always thinking there's something better. Kinda sad. But again, I appreciate your input:). Take care.
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satchev
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wingrider01
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another thing ot consider- Apple is known for dropping OS support for their older phones when it comes to upgrades....look at the viablility of the current OS - not for the older phones
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La-La
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13 years ago
If you don't need the bells and whistles and are fine with your phone why not just buy a replacement battery?
There are reputable sites online where you can order a battery at a very good price.
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Wild Banchi
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13 years ago
If you're comfortable paying for a smartphone data plan as an added cost every month to have the iPhone, I would wait for the newer one over the aging 3GS.
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21stNow
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13 years ago
It doesn't sound like you're in a position to wait but if you can, wait until the next iPhone comes out. The iPhone 4 has already dropped in price with some retailers, and will probably drop more. What other posters are saying about the phone being supported for 2 years will be important if you keep your phone that long.
With a cheaper iPhone 4, you can get that and probably be supported for around 2 years. The iPhone 3Gs will probably lose support next year.
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marcyb
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Wild Banchi
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13 years ago
If you don't mind sharing your decision, I'm sure we'd all like to know. 🙂
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marcyb
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Wild Banchi
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Apple and AT&T would probably stop selling iPhone 3GS' in stores eventually, also. Which makes it harder to get your hands on one if you don't want the latest and greatest.
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