Yup, games for instance will show a significant difference. Devs. are already announcing games with additional graphics for dual-core A5 based iPhone 4S and iPad (GTA 3, Real Racing 2 HD, Asphalt, etc).
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Speed Comparison Video of iPhone 4S and iPhone 4
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Yup, games for instance will show a significant difference. Devs. are already announcing games with additional graphics for dual-core A5 based iPhone 4S and iPad (GTA 3, Real Racing 2 HD, Asphalt, etc).
That was....kind of underwhelming. I guess I was expecting it to be a good deal faster. It is, you can tell, but nothing incredible. Usually only by a second or two. The Safari test was pretty awesome though, the 4S definitely pulled way ahead on that. Regardless, the 4S is an awesome phone.
Definitely. Can't wait to see what they do with the hardware then.
Definitely. Can't wait to see what they do with the hardware then.
Has no one else noticed that the iPhone 4 has a weaker Wi-Fi connection? 2 bars compared to a full 3 and most should know that is actually a pretty big difference with Wi-Fi. This video is also using an iPhone 4 that is probably over a year old. Not trying to bash the 4S because I was in line this morning to get my white 64GB this morning. Just saying...
Seems some things, especially with loading images, it is fast enough that it would be nice to have that difference. Others it is still faster but not enough that it really is that big a deal.
It really seems to matter loading games though (and the apple site was definitely much faster on the 4S).
Seems if you are not gaming and you are on a budget you probably are better off just waiting. But if you game a lot, tend to want things to load quicker (I hate waiting for things to load) and have the money to spare, it might be worth it. Or if you need more storage space...
It really seems to matter loading games though (and the apple site was definitely much faster on the 4S).
Seems if you are not gaming and you are on a budget you probably are better off just waiting. But if you game a lot, tend to want things to load quicker (I hate waiting for things to load) and have the money to spare, it might be worth it. Or if you need more storage space...
Exactly, these minor improvement do not warrant $650 price tag if you are upgrading from iPhone 4.
Loving this phone. Speed is noticeable in use.
Some say it is only a slight speed improvement. But one second less from a feature that took 2 seconds is still twice as fast.
I have been playing with my two phones, 4 & 4S, side-by-side. It simply feels considerably more responsive and "snappier" as they say. Very pleased. And the hardware design is still so unique, compared to all the black plastic-backed phones with bumps for lenses and such. The iPhone 4S is still, by far, the sleekest looking and highest quality built phone I have seen. Excellent upgrade that is as significant over the 4 as the 4 was to the 3GS. Numbers, i.e., not being a "5", are irrelevant.
Plus, who want's the name of iPhone 20 in the future? No need to rush the numbers game.
Some say it is only a slight speed improvement. But one second less from a feature that took 2 seconds is still twice as fast.
I have been playing with my two phones, 4 & 4S, side-by-side. It simply feels considerably more responsive and "snappier" as they say. Very pleased. And the hardware design is still so unique, compared to all the black plastic-backed phones with bumps for lenses and such. The iPhone 4S is still, by far, the sleekest looking and highest quality built phone I have seen. Excellent upgrade that is as significant over the 4 as the 4 was to the 3GS. Numbers, i.e., not being a "5", are irrelevant.
Plus, who want's the name of iPhone 20 in the future? No need to rush the numbers game.
not bad, good video.
Glad the 4S is coming sometime today. While the speed difference is not that big, all the improvements in hardware will be a nice addition.
I would not replace an iPhone 4 for the 4S, just wait a bit longer and get the 5. Seems stupid anyway updating every year. Unless you are a developer that need the latest hardware, seriously the normal user don't need to do that.
Glad the 4S is coming sometime today. While the speed difference is not that big, all the improvements in hardware will be a nice addition.
I would not replace an iPhone 4 for the 4S, just wait a bit longer and get the 5. Seems stupid anyway updating every year. Unless you are a developer that need the latest hardware, seriously the normal user don't need to do that.
stoked
I am stoked for the upgrade. I sold my 4 over 5 weeks ago in anticipation and have been rocking an old 3G. It is so slow that I sometimes refrain from even looking something up until I can get home and get on my computer. I will probably make a comparison video just for fun between the 4S and the 3G.
I have my case all ready to go from outfityours.com and now I am just waiting for the phone....haha
I am stoked for the upgrade. I sold my 4 over 5 weeks ago in anticipation and have been rocking an old 3G. It is so slow that I sometimes refrain from even looking something up until I can get home and get on my computer. I will probably make a comparison video just for fun between the 4S and the 3G.
I have my case all ready to go from outfityours.com and now I am just waiting for the phone....haha
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I find it funny when I see posts like this. As if there is some law saying that because you buy a 4S this year, you are barred from buying an iPhone next year. I buy EVERY iPhone. So I will enjoy the new speed and features this year. And I will also enjoy the new features next year. And every year thereafter!
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I find it funny when I see posts like this. As if there is some law saying that because you buy a 4S this year, you are barred from buying an iPhone next year. I buy EVERY iPhone. So I will enjoy the new speed and features this year. And I will also enjoy the new features next year. And every year thereafter!
If you take a look at the specs of the 4S, it has LTE speeds already.
I think the improvement is significant on the 4S. It's far faster, and it's clearly more responsive than the 4.
The thing is that most people upgrading are not paying $650 bucks. If you are the head of the account than you can likely upgrade for $199 and if you are not then you can upgrade early for $400. We sold 4 iPhone 4's a few weeks back for $400 each so worse case you are breaking even and I actually made $200 on the upgrade. Done it every year and I have always made money.
It's a noticeable difference when side by side. But thankfully I won't be app racing any 4s' in the near future. For those without a 4S next to their 4, there is no perceptible difference.
Like others have said, it'll only be when devs write apps specifically for the 4s when we see a difference. This makes waiting for the 5 easier, and my full discount doesn't roll around until mid-Feb like so many others anyway. Might as well wait.
Like others have said, it'll only be when devs write apps specifically for the 4s when we see a difference. This makes waiting for the 5 easier, and my full discount doesn't roll around until mid-Feb like so many others anyway. Might as well wait.
LOL
I am like you, my 3G while working fine is soooooo damn slow. For sure it will be a shock the speed difference.
I don't doubt it's snappier. And if you're going to compare both items - of course you're going to prefer the faster one.
One of the reasons I didn't upgrade is because 90 percent of what I use the phone for/apps I use - don't really benefit from being snappier. Definitely not enough to upgrade from the 4 (for me, personally).
But everyone has different needs/wants from their devices
^this
Think of it this way; a portion of your monthly bill goes towards the Hardware subsidy. If you are due for an upgrade and do not use it, that extra portion that you spent on your bill is free money for the carrier. Upgrading HW more frequently allows you to leverage this portion of your bill.
It seems counter intuitive, but buying new HW every year is actually cheaper then continuing to use an old phone.
Hmm. As I said in the Glasgow launch thread, it was always my plan to buy the next iPhone for both myself and my wife, and sell my current iPhone 4 to fund an iPad. This was due to happen in March next year, and I'm looking forward to it.
However, after watching this video, my original thoughts have been proven. In general UI navigation and use, the iPhone 4 is only marginally slower than the 4S. The difference in a comparison of A4 vs A5 isn't going to be accurately shown until the likes of Infinity Blade 2 launches, and we can see how good an app written with the A5 in mind, looks versus the A4 enabled version.
iOS 5 has made the iPhone 4 far smoother. The UI kit is definitely smoother than 4.3.5, it's fantastic, but as I said, the UI kit and navigation of the OS is not where the A4 vs A5 will be tested. I just don't know now. For someone coming from a 3G or 3GS, the iPhone 4S will be blow away.
If you're not interested in Siri (and to be honest, it's not a feature that sells the 4S to me personally), then the 4S could be a bit of a let down to some (not all) upgrading from an iPhone 4. For me, the A5 chip is more future proof than the A4 and as a massive iOS gamer, I'm looking forward to some of the more advanced titles that will come. However, I don't think we'll see all these super advanced, A5 enabled titles, right away. Developers are still tossing out amazing games on the iPhone 4 (ShadowGun, as shallow as it is, looks phenomenal).
Come March, it'll be seven months until the next iPhone (assuming Apple have moved the iPhone launch to October and merged it with the iPod event). My issue is that I may not have the money come October to splash out on two new iPhones, so it may be best to pick up the very best there is at the time I have the funds, and take it from there.
Right now though, my iPhone 4 will do me just fine.
Edit: I may even jailbreak iOS 5 when a tethered option is available for the iPhone 4, and install FakeClockUp to make the smoother animations go that little bit quicker.
However, after watching this video, my original thoughts have been proven. In general UI navigation and use, the iPhone 4 is only marginally slower than the 4S. The difference in a comparison of A4 vs A5 isn't going to be accurately shown until the likes of Infinity Blade 2 launches, and we can see how good an app written with the A5 in mind, looks versus the A4 enabled version.
iOS 5 has made the iPhone 4 far smoother. The UI kit is definitely smoother than 4.3.5, it's fantastic, but as I said, the UI kit and navigation of the OS is not where the A4 vs A5 will be tested. I just don't know now. For someone coming from a 3G or 3GS, the iPhone 4S will be blow away.
If you're not interested in Siri (and to be honest, it's not a feature that sells the 4S to me personally), then the 4S could be a bit of a let down to some (not all) upgrading from an iPhone 4. For me, the A5 chip is more future proof than the A4 and as a massive iOS gamer, I'm looking forward to some of the more advanced titles that will come. However, I don't think we'll see all these super advanced, A5 enabled titles, right away. Developers are still tossing out amazing games on the iPhone 4 (ShadowGun, as shallow as it is, looks phenomenal).
Come March, it'll be seven months until the next iPhone (assuming Apple have moved the iPhone launch to October and merged it with the iPod event). My issue is that I may not have the money come October to splash out on two new iPhones, so it may be best to pick up the very best there is at the time I have the funds, and take it from there.
Right now though, my iPhone 4 will do me just fine.
Edit: I may even jailbreak iOS 5 when a tethered option is available for the iPhone 4, and install FakeClockUp to make the smoother animations go that little bit quicker.
They need to do a side-by-side with Infinity Blade, IMO.
THAT game is a system hog. Best benchmark for the iPhones IMO.
THAT game is a system hog. Best benchmark for the iPhones IMO.
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I'm going to upgrade my 3G as well. I'd actually love to see that video. Should be pretty funny!
z3r0inc said:Can't wait to get off work to finally get my new 4s.
...I should make a speed comparison video with it against my 3G
I'm going to upgrade my 3G as well. I'd actually love to see that video. Should be pretty funny!