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| Product | Apple iPhone 3GS (16GB - black, AT&T) | Apple iPhone 5  | HTC One | Apple iPhone 3G (16GB, black, AT&T) | Apple iPhone 4S (16GB - black, Sprint) |
| Price | Starting price: $199.00 - Please see the AT&T site for package pricing and more details. | $99.99 to $729.00 | $99.99 to $649.99 | Please see the updated iPhones from AT&T. starting prices $99-$299.00 | $99.00 to $379.00 |
| CNET editors' rating | 4 stars | 4 stars | 4 stars | 4 stars | 4 stars |
| Average user rating | 3.5 stars | 3.5 stars | 4.5 stars | 3 stars | 4 stars |
| Release date | June 19, 2009 | September 21, 2012 | April 19, 2013 | July 11, 2008 | October 14, 2011 |
| Bottom line | The
iPhone 3GS doesn't make the same grand leap that the iPhone 3G made from the first-generation model, but the latest Apple handset is still a compelling upgrade for some users. The iPhone 3GS is faster and we appreciate the new features and extended battery life, but call quality and 3G reception still need improvement. | The
iPhone 5 completely rebuilds the iPhone on a framework of new features and design, addressing its major previous shortcomings. It's absolutely the best iPhone to date, and it easily secures its place in the top tier of the smartphone universe. | A few quibbles notwithstanding, the powerhouse HTC One is a beautifully crafted, near-ideal smartphone. | The iPhone 3G delivers on its promises by adding critical features and sharper call quality. The
iTunes App Store is pretty amazing, and the 3G support is more than welcome. Critical features still are missing, and the battery depletes quickly under heavy use, but the iPhone 3G is a big improvement over the original model. | The
iPhone 4S isn't the king of cell phones, but it's part of the royal family nonetheless. Even without 4G and a giant screen, this phone's smart(ass) voice assistant, Siri, the benefits of iOS 5, and its spectacular camera make it a top choice for anyone ready to upgrade. |
| Band / mode | WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM 850/900/1800/1900 | WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM 850/900/1800/1900 | Info unavailable | WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM 850/900/1800/1900 | WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM 850/900/1800/1900 / CDMA2000 1X 1900/800 |
| Wireless Interface | IEEE 802.11b/g Bluetooth 2.1 EDR | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n Bluetooth 4.0 | Info unavailable | IEEE 802.11b/g Bluetooth 2.0 EDR | Bluetooth 4.0 IEEE 802.11b/g/n |
| Weight | 4.8 oz | 3.95 oz | 5.04 oz | 4.7 oz | 4.9 oz |
| Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications |
| Buying choices | Starting price: $199.00 - Please see the AT&T site for package pricing and more details. |
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| Please see the updated iPhones from AT&T. starting prices $99-$299.00 |
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