If by chance you were one of the “lucky” ones who managed to get their hands on the new iPhone 4, you’re now probably trying to decide if an iPhone 4 case would be a good investment.Cases are a good idea for any cell phone, and especially for the iPhone 4.

To beging with, there is the now infamous “reception” issue. With the iPhone 4’s antenna and dropped call problems (as you probably are well aware of), it’s important that you have an iPhone 4 case to protect you from reception issues and dropped calls.. The basic iPhone 4 bumper case that Apple is now giving away free will solve that issue for you, although there are countless 3rd party Apple iPhone 4 cases that are better looking and offer more protection for the rest of the iPhone as well.

The iPhone 4 is an extremely attractive cell phone, with a chic and sleek design, so avoiding scratches is a must. The iPhone 4 is a very attractive phone, with a sleek design, so avoiding scratches and dents is important.

Moreover, while new Apple iPhone is a pretty durable phone, care should be taken not to accidentallydrop or crack the screen, so a good case needs to be able to protect the phone from scratches as well as act as a shock absorber to protect the functionality of the phone, and protect the touch screen from scratches and cracks.

Since the iPhone 4 also has a well equipped HD camera, you should also take steps to safe guard the camera lens from unnecessary dirt and scratches as well. A good iPhone 4 cover will have a clear covering that covers the new Retinadisplayscreen as well as the camera lens, without impeding the use of the camera.

The ports and external buttons should be sheltered from dirt and debris too. A common problem is dust, pocket lint, sand and all sorts of debris getting into the accessory port on the iPhone. Once the connections in the port get embedded with dirt, the data cable, charger and other accessories no longer work. An effective iPhone 4 case will protect the iPhone from such dirt and debris, so you don’t have to worry about these things causing unwanted issues with your new iPhone.

Another important benefit of an iPhone 4 case that you may not have thought of is style and individuality. The Apple iPhone 4 itself is a stylish and sexy phone, but since there are only black & white versions available, they all look the same. A cell phone case can be a very eye catching and attractive accessory and can express your individual style and personality.

In short, iPhone 4 cases are a definite must for any Apple iPhone 4 owner. It can solve the reception problems ; protect the investment of the iPhone 4 and make a fashion statement all at the same time.

The 3.5 inch ‘Retina’ IPS LCD display really stands out on the new iPhone 4. It boasts an overall display resolution of 960×640 pixels and 326 pixels per inch. In plain language, no other cell phone available on the current market provides resolution nearly this high, which means you have never seen an image this clear on a mobile device.

Apple did not stop with the display on their newest iPhone release. The same internal processor that drives their recently released iPad also governs the iPhone 4. The processor leaves other smart phones way behind, as Apple truly revolutionized its processing abilities for the smartphone. In addition, the battery lasts approximately 40% longer than its 3G predecessor – which means seven hours of talk time and 300 hours if in standby mode. The frequent ding of the low battery tone will be a thing of the past with your new iPhone 4.

The operating system has also been revamped from the iPhone OS 4.0 to the smoothly running iOS 4. Perhaps most pleasing to iPhone users will be the ability to multitask various applications while using their smartphone. Apple has stated that the new operating system has allowed the enhancement of approximately 1500 features on the new iPhone. Previously, a user had to stop iTunes playback in order to check their email – but now the user can listen to music and check email at the same time. Users will also be able to organize and create iTunes folders on the go and will even have the ability to tap into Apple’s emerging iBooks application.

If you want to take pictures, the iPhone 4 can do that better than ever before, with the new 5 megapixel camera that can take 720p HD video as well. Apple has clearly listened to the requests of its customers, who were looking for a camera phone that would rival the competition. ‘Face Time’ can also be used with the camera, allowing you to make video calls, which is a feature unique to smartphones and clearly advantageous for most.

If you think that you want an iPhone 4, then do a little online research and compare service providers to see who has the best deal on this excellent handset. With a two year contract, the iPhone has a promotional selling price of approximately $200, but with a quick online comparison shopping trip, you can almost certainly find an even better price.

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The aesthetic design of the iPhone 4 makes it really stand out from the competition. It is noticeably slimmer than the iPhone 3GS, measuring 9.3mm deep, whereas the iPhone 3GS’s is 12.3mm (that works out to be about 24% less). The iPhone 4 is slightly narrower too – 59mm to 62mm. The overall weight is the same – 136g – but the changes to the dimensions make the iPhone 3GS seem somewhat ‘bulky’ in comparison. Changes in design are of course just the tip of the cell phone iceberg. Where the Apple iPhone 4 really shines is in the technological department. After all, beauty is only skin deep. Maintaining the 3.5-inch display of the iPhone 3GS, the iPhone 4 doubles the resolution of its display to 960 by 640 pixels. The IPS display is comprised of 326 pixels per inch, making it the highest resolution phone available. Also featured on the iPhone 4 is the Retina display. The name refers to the fact that the display is greater in number of pixels than the human retina is able to process. The high number of pixels brings a new level of performance in sharpness, clarity, and detail of the images seen on the phone. The in-plane switching (IPS) techniques found on all iMac and iPad displays also appears on the iPhone 4. The bright, lustrous display and its huge viewing angle make images look excellent from any position. The Apple iPhone 4 contains the companys A4 CPU. This is the same processor found in the Apple iPad. Running on the iOS 4 operating system, a number of capabilities are available to the Apple iPhone 4. The recently renamed iOS 4 provides the long-awaited multitasking function. Just as with the welcome and long awaited copy and paste feature, Apple has come through by making the multitasking feature operate without a hitch. Camera and video advancements are also welcome enhancements to the iPhone 4. The primary camera has received a boost from 3 to 5 megapixels. This is accomplished with the same size pixels. Also new is an LED flash, backlit sensor and a 5X integrated zoom. High-def video is now possible at 720p and 30 frames per second. The tap-to-focus feature previously found only on the camera is now included on the video recorder. Anyone who owns an iPhone or iPhone 3G should consider the iPhone 4 a must own. Including design changes that are pleasing to the eye, the iPhone 4 has made technological advances that improve its performance as well as its imaging capabilities. These changes make it a noticeable upgrade to previous incarnations of the iPhone.

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