Apple iPhone 3G 8GB (Black) Cell Phone

Best Phone I've Ever Had

By scorpiod97  Jul 15, 2008 | 10 out of 11 found this Apple iPhone 3G 8GB (Black) review helpful

Pros: Internet speed & browser, features, apps/app store, google maps, intuitive & easy to use

Cons: battery life, no video capture, no mms

This is my first iPhone. While I already own an ipod and am familiar with Apple's product genius, I am once again amazed at their engineering and technological products. I have owned this phone for less than a week, and I have to say that waiting... for 3.5 hours in line was totally worth it! The new design is great, it feels great in your hand and is a very attractive design. I absolutely love the functionality and features. It is years ahead of the basic cell phones that I've had in the past. I've been so dissatisfied with past phones, and this phone is great. However, I have to say that the battery life on this phone sucks. So far I find myself going through a full charge after one day of regular use. Regular daily use for me includes using: email (frequent use), 3G internet (occasional use), texting (heavy use), games (frequent use), ipod (occasional use). I have it set to lock and power save after 1 minute, and brightness is set half-way. With this being said, I'm there are those with a larger complaint about the batter life. Considering all this though, this is still by far the best cell phone that I've had, and have seen. So much that I overlook this huge shortcoming...I'm willing to plug it in daily! You will also appreciate the use of many applications that don't cost you extra. If battery life concerns you, but you really want one, I recommend that you purchase a car charger and keep a travel charger (just in case you can charge while at work or school). Read more Less