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iPhone Q&A (iPhone FAQ)
With the iPhone Q&A you can get answers to all of your iPhone-related questions from "What are the differences between the original iPhone and the iPhone 3G?" to "How does the battery life of the iPhone 3G compare to the original iPhone in real-world tests? Can you replace the battery in the iPhone 3G?" and everything in between.
On June 8, 2009, Apple introduced the iPhone 3G S and the iPhone Q&A has yet to be updated to cover the latest model. Additional Q&As will be added and existing ones updated in the coming days and weeks.
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Most Frequently Asked iPhone Q&As:
What are the differences between the original iPhone and the iPhone 3G?
What are the differences between the AT&T Wireless voice/data plans for the original iPhone and the iPhone 3G?
How does the iPhone 3G compare to the Palm Pre?
What are the "pros and cons" of the iPhone 3G? Is it right for my needs?
How does the battery life of the iPhone 3G compare to the original iPhone in real-world tests? Can you replace the battery in the iPhone 3G?
What is 3G? How much faster is 3G than EDGE in real-world tests?
What is GPS? How does the iPhone 3G GPS system work? Can it be used for real-time navigation in a car?
Can you use the iPhone with an external keyboard?
Can the iPhone open and allow one to edit Microsoft Word, Excel, or PowerPoint files?
How long is AT&T Wireless the exclusive iPhone carrier in the US?
iPhone "Basics" Q&As:
What is a "smart phone"?
Does the iPhone have a SIM card?
Does the iPhone support handwriting recognition?
Does the iPhone support FileVault? Is information stored on the iPhone encrypted and password protected? Does it have biometric capabilities?
What operating system does the iPhone use? Can it run MacOS X applications like Skype and Photoshop?
How can I upgrade from the original iPhone to the iPhone 3G?
How can I begin to troubleshoot a problem with the iPhone?
iPhone Software & Software Compatibility Q&As:
What operating system does the iPhone use? Can it run MacOS X applications like Skype and Photoshop?
Can the iPhone run MacOS X or iPod games?
How much storage space does the iPhone operating system occupy?
What applications are available for the iPhone? Will third-party applications be available in the future?
Are MacOS X "dashboard widgets" the same as iPhone widgets? Can third-party developers create iPhone widgets?
Does the iPhone support Java applications?
Can the iPhone run Linux?
iPhone 3G Comparative Q&As (Current):
What are the differences between the original iPhone and the iPhone 3G?
What are the differences between the AT&T Wireless voice/data plans for the original iPhone and the iPhone 3G?
How does the battery life of the iPhone 3G compare to the original iPhone in real-world tests? Can you replace the battery in the iPhone 3G?
How does the iPhone 3G compare to the Samsung Instinct, HTC Touch Diamond, and LG Dare?
How does the iPhone 3G compare to the Palm Pre?
What are the "pros and cons" of the iPhone 3G? Is it right for my needs?
iPhone (Original/EDGE) Comparative Q&As (Discontinued):
What exactly is the original iPhone?
What are the differences between the iPod touch and the original iPhone?
How does the original iPhone compare to the Palm Treo 750, Motorola Q, and Blackberry Pearl?
How does the original iPhone compare to the Nokia N800 and Sony Mylo?
What is the difference between EDGE and 3G? Why does the original iPhone support EDGE and not 3G?
What are the "pros and cons" of the original iPhone? Is it right for my needs?
iPhone Technical & Expansion Q&As:
What processor or processors do the iPhone models use?
How much internal storage do the iPhone models have? Can storage be expanded? Does the iPhone have a MicroSD slot?
What is the battery life of the original iPhone? Can you replace the battery?
How does the battery life of the iPhone 3G compare to the original iPhone in real-world tests? Can you replace the battery in the iPhone 3G?
Does the iPhone support Bluetooth?
Can the iPhone use iPod accessories?
Can you use the iPhone with an external keyboard?
iPhone Phone Functionality & Network Q&As:
How long is AT&T Wireless the exclusive iPhone carrier in the US?
Can you purchase the iPhone "unlocked"?
What service plans were offered for the original iPhone in the US?
What are the differences between the AT&T Wireless voice/data plans for the original iPhone and the iPhone 3G?
What company is the exclusive iPhone carrier in Canada?
What companies provide, or will provide, iPhone service in Europe and Asia? Are the carriers "exclusive" in these markets?
What is the difference between EDGE and 3G? Why does the original iPhone support EDGE and not 3G?
What is 3G? How much faster is 3G than EDGE in real-world tests?
Does the iPhone use a MVNO?
iPhone "iPod" Functionality - Music, Photo, & Video Q&As:
How do you access music, photos, and video using the touch screen?
How does the iPhone synchronize music, photos, and videos with a computer? Can it sync via Bluetooth or wi-fi?
Can you access the iTunes Music Store directly from the iPhone?
Can you "beam" music, photos, and videos between iPhones? Can you "beam" data files between iPhones?
iPhone "Internet Communicator" & Data Functionality Q&As:
How can the iPhone Safari web browser fit an entire webpage on a such a small display?
Does the iPhone Safari web browser support Flash?
Does the iPhone support FileVault? Is information stored on the iPhone encrypted and password protected? Does it have biometric capabilities?
Can the iPhone open and allow one to edit Microsoft Word, Excel, or PowerPoint files?
Can the iPhone open and allow one to edit Adobe PDF files?
Does the iPhone support Outlook or Exchange?
Can you "beam" data files between two iPhone models? Does the iPhone support "disk mode" when connected to a computer?
What is GPS? How does the iPhone 3G GPS system work? Can it be used for real-time navigation in a car?
iPhone Design Q&As:
Who designed the iPhone?
What font does the iPhone interface use?
What ringtone does the iPhone use? Where can I download it?
Can I add additional or custom ringtones to the iPhone?
How does the iPhone touchscreen feel? Is the touchscreen really better than a keypad with tactile feedback?
How does the iPhone "multi-touch" interface work? Who developed the "multi-touch" interface originally?
Can I download the iPhone "look and feel" for the Palm OS or Windows Mobile?
iPhone Purchasing Q&As:
What are the "pros and cons" of the iPhone 3G? Is it right for my needs?
Where is the iPhone available for purchase? Can it be purchased from Apple Authorized Resellers?
Can you purchase the iPhone "unlocked"?
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