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Old 08-16-2010, 06:02 AM
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I appreciate the help I have always gotten from my iphone brethren and I don't expect you to make my decision for me but here is my dilema. Two weeks ago I signed on with AT&T and got an Iphone 3gs-because the 4 was not available and I wanted it now. I was considering going back and ordering the 4 and returning my 3gs when it came in.

Things to consider: the HD recording and face time is not a big deal to me. Yes the phone looks amazing. In one year will I have the option to upgrade if I want to and how much would it cost? Assuming they don't change the current model too much will it cost $199 plus 200 or I could simply pay $199 now.

So I just want to get others point of view on this before I head over there after work today. Thanks everyone.
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Get the 4 now if you can. I wouldn't use an upgrade on a 3GS. You'd be better off going on eBay or craigslist and getting a 3GS so you can still have your upgrade available on AT&T anytime you want. But hey, that's just me.

The screen, HD recording, battery life, faster everything and FFC make the 4 worth it.
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I agree. If you want a 3GS, pick up one on criagslist. Don't waste an upgrade on it.

The high resolution screen is enough for mento love my iPhone 4 over my old 3GS.

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Old 08-16-2010, 10:30 AM
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I bought the 3GS outright to have the phone with no contract! But I would get the Iphone 4 if you can! That's the way to go in my eyes!
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If I used the upgrade right now, I'd get the iP4. If spending an extra $100 bucks is
cool for you, I'd do it. You got 10 months to wait for the 5th gen. I highly doubt
a 5th gen would emerge before next summer.
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Old 08-16-2010, 08:45 PM
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If I decided I wanted to upgrade in 1 year I would be paying double the price so I decided to just get it now for $199-actually it is only costing 100 more. That way I won't want to kick myself later but the hard part is waiting...
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I appreciate the help I have always gotten from my iphone brethren and I don't expect you to make my decision for me but here is my dilema. Two weeks ago I signed on with AT&T and got an Iphone 3gs-because the 4 was not available and I wanted it now. I was considering going back and ordering the 4 and returning my 3gs when it came in.

Things to consider: the HD recording and face time is not a big deal to me. Yes the phone looks amazing. In one year will I have the option to upgrade if I want to and how much would it cost? Assuming they don't change the current model too much will it cost $199 plus 200 or I could simply pay $199 now.

So I just want to get others point of view on this before I head over there after work today. Thanks everyone.
Get the 4 and never look back. So worth it.
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