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Though Steve Jobs was not there, the new iPhone 3G (S) went on display at the Apple's World Wide Developers Conference in San Francisco on June 8.
Priced at $199 (16GB) and $299 (32GB), the 'S' stands for speed.
The new improved iPhone 3G (S) helps you download Web pages in a fraction of the time, and you can view email attachments faster.
Improved performance and updated 3D graphics deliver an incredible gaming experience, too.
The new phone can also capture video and boasts an improved capability for taking still pictures.
The iPhone 3G S will hit the market on June 19.
Read on to find out more about the new iPhone...
Video
You can shoot video, edit it, and share it - all on your iPhone 3G S. Shoot high-quality VGA video in portrait or landscape. Trim your footage by adjusting start and end points. Then share your video in an email.
3-megapixel camera
The new 3-megapixel camera takes great still photos, too, thanks to built-in autofocus and a handy new feature that lets you tap the display to focus on anything (or anyone) you want.
Voice Control
Voice Control recognises the names in your 'contacts' and knows the music on your iPod. So if you want to place a call or play a song, all you have to do is ask.
Compass
With a built-in digital compass, iPhone 3G S can point the way. Use the new Compass app, or watch as it automatically reorients maps to match the direction you're facing.
Cut, copy and paste
Cut, copy, and paste words and photos, even between applications. Copy and paste images and content from the Web, too.
Landscape keyboard
Want more room to type on the intelligent software keyboard? Rotate iPhone to landscape to use a larger keyboard in mail, messages and notes.
Messages
Send messages with text, video, photos, audio, locations, and contact information. You can even forward one or more messages to others.
Search
Find what you're looking for across your iPhone, all from one convenient place.
Spotlight searches all your contacts, email, calendars, and notes, as well as everything in your iPod.
Accessibility
iPhone 3G S offers accessibility features to assist users who are visually or hearing impaired.
These features include the VoiceOver screen reader, a Zoom feature, White on Black display options, Mono Audio, and more.
Internet tethering
Surf the web from practically anywhere. Now you can share the 3G connection on your iPhone with your Mac notebook or PC laptop.
Voice memos
Capture and share a thought, a memo, a meeting, or any audio recording on the go with the new voice memos application.
Nike + iPod
iPhone includes built-in Nike + iPod support. Just slip the Nike + iPod Sensor (available separately) into your Nike+ shoe and start your workout.
Stocks
Stocks on iPhone shows you charts, financial details, and headline news for any stock you choose. Rotate iPhone to see even more detailed information.
YouTube
Watch YouTube videos wherever you are. Log in to your YouTube account to save and sync bookmarks and rate your favorites.