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| Product | Apple iPhone 3GS (32GB - black, AT&T) | Apple iPhone 5 | HTC One | Apple iPhone 4 (32GB - black, AT&T) |
| Price | $249.00 | $99.99 to $729.00 | $99.99 to $649.99 | $520.00 |
| CNET editors' rating | 4 stars | 4 stars | 4 stars | 4 stars |
| Average user rating | 3.5 stars | 3.5 stars | 4.5 stars | 3 stars |
| Release date | June 19, 2009 | September 21, 2012 | April 19, 2013 | Info unavailable |
| 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. | With the
iPhone 4, Apple again shows that it is a powerful player in the smartphone wars. It won't be for everyone, the call quality and reception vary if you don't use a case, and AT&T's network remains a sticking point, but the handset's striking design, loaded feature set, and generally agreeable performance make it the best iPhone yet. |
| 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 |
| Wireless Interface | IEEE 802.11b/g Bluetooth 2.1 EDR | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n Bluetooth 4.0 | Info unavailable | Bluetooth 2.1 EDR IEEE 802.11b/g/n |
| Weight | 4.8 oz | 3.95 oz | 5.04 oz | 4.8 oz |
| Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications |
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