The iPhone

The iPhone is a popular model of smartphone produced by Apple. A smartphone is a cellphone with advanced technological capabilities, such as the ability to receive emails, take photos, browse the internet, and play games. The iPhone is popular due to the large amount of programs available for it, the sleekness of its design, and its large, high resolution touch screen interface. The iPhone also offers other benefits such as a high resolution screen, and the ability to record video.

Those used to more traditional smartphones may dislike the iPhone because it does not have a physical, mechanical keyboard, which some find easier to use. Additionally, the iPhone has come under criticism for being too restrictive with its software and too controlling of what the end user does with it, in addition to using file formats that can only be read by Apple products.

Along with its camera and recording functionality, the iPhone can be used to store, play, download and stream video files such as television shows and movies, and audio files such as audio books and music. The iPhone links directly to the Apple iTunes Store which allows the user to purchase applications, videos and audio files directly from the phone itself.

Voice quality is among the most common complaints for the iPhone, and some models of the iPhone have had problems with signal strength and dropped calls. The iPhone is expensive compared to other phones, and new models come out consistently. For consumers who enjoy having the latest technology, this fast-paced release schedule can be frustrating, especially since some of the models like the 3GS, which followed the 3G, appear on the surface to have very few changes.

As of the iPhone 4S, Apple has introduced the Siri feature, which is a complex voice recognition software that is to serve as a virtual private assistant. This feature has proven popular, and due to its integration with office products such as Microsoft Exchange the iPhone has become increasingly popular for business use.

Alternatives to the iPhone include Blackberry phones and Droid phones. Samsung and HTC are both launching competitive product lines such as the Samsung Galaxy and the HTC Vigor. The iPhone and all iPhone alternatives are focusing on a large, responsive touch screen and faster processors, which affects the speed and capabilities of the phone.