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[sheets]

My wife just bought a 3G and it's nice, but I went to load Star Watch and it only works on the 3GS. What other shortcomings does the 3G have?

Also, the ringer has been silinced. I've been through the utilities and double checked settings. She has a song set for ring tone and the volume is set for max, but when an incoming call comes in it only vibrates.

[sheets]

Oops, I found the ringtone lock button. So back to the 3G vs. 3GS topic

[ifonline]

The 3GS has a compass, so any applications that require a compass to work obviously will not work. The 3GS also has an auto-focus camera, and some applications require that to work (or at least work best with the auto-focus camera). Beyond that, however, there isn't too much difference. There is a speed boost with the 3GS, but in my opinion it's not as pronounced as some would suggest.

[JohnH59]

I have both and to me the GS seems clearly faster than the G, but quite a lot.

[msm0511]

If you take many pics w/ your phone it's definitely worth it. I have both and the camera quality is way better. I also think the S is way faster. Everything is just smoother feeling.

[Earless Puppy]

I do not regret moving on to the 3GS from the 3G

[newguy]

i love my cam corder on my 3gS

[easyrun99]

The 3Gs is noticeably faster with very little to no app lag...also when syncing with iTunes, the backup process is much quicker.

[ghostface147]

Speed is the best part. Anything else is just progress for me...

[Microcosmos]

Why do you ask? Are you thinking about exchanging the one she just got? If so, yes. Do it. The S is definitely worth it. If not, are you thinking about what to get for yourself? If that is the case, I'd definitely wait until June or July when the next gen iPhone comes out! It's not that far away, and you'll be thrilled to have the latest device I'm willing to bet!!