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iPhone 4S

iPhone 4S
94 TECHNADO SCORE
CATEGORY: F5
AVERAGE: 87%
%POSITIVE: 100%

Consensus
Siri, a new dual-core processor, and an improved camera all help breathe new life into Apple's crown jewel. However, those hungry for the iPhone 5 may be best suited to skip this version and keep waiting.
Critic Reviews






100%
The iPhone 4S is the most powerful and feature-packed phone that Apple has ever made. The camera, processor and antenna are all well-needed improvements. And Siri is eccentric genius, if a little before its time. However, the fact that you can upgrade your old iPhone 4 with a smorgasbord of brand new features for free, with iOS 5 and iCloud, will undoubtedly put many off upgrading to the new phone....Go To Full Review

90%
Simply put: if you've got an iPhone 4, you don't need to upgrade (as long as you update to iOS 5) but for anyone else on an older device, or hankering after finally making the jump to an iPhone, you should run down to the shops and pick one up now - you won't regret it....Go To Full Review

90%
There were some grumbles when the new iPhone 4S was announced last week. Shane Richmond finds plenty to praise in Apple's new hardware....Go To Full Review

90%
Much is riding on the iPhone 4S. It's not just Apple's usual stoking the fires of expectation: it's the new iPhone entering a market that's virtually turned on its head. Android is usually out front in share, and once exotic features like dual-core processors and big screens are virtually table stakes. With a seemingly safe outside design, then, Apple is counting not just on speed but on camera quality and a potentially revolutionary voice command system to take back its earlier place. But are those enough? We'll judge in our iPhone 4S review if Apple is back out in front....Go To Full Review

90%
I'm pleased with the iPhone 4. It's hard to write complaints when Apple just keeps making the phone better and better....Go To Full Review

90%
The Apple iPhone 4S for Sprint makes it easy to call, take photos, surf the Web and play games—the tasks that most people want to accomplish with their smartphones....Go To Full Review

90%
Is the iPhone 4S a quantum leap that changes the way we think about mobile computing again? Probably not but part of that is because Apple has set the bar so high. Still, the iPhone 4S is what you'd expect from Apple at this point: a really nice improvement to an already excellent product....Go To Full Review

90%
It lacks the impact of the iPhone 4, and if you already own its predecessor there's little reason to upgrade, but a brilliant camera, speedy processor and an operating system that's fun to use and stuffed with apps mean the iPhone 4S is still a cracking gadget in its own right....Go To Full Review

90%
It's unquestionably the best iPhone yet, and while it may not meet heightened expectations, it's still a worthwhile purchase. Those with last year's model may want to consider waiting for the next iteration, but for first timers or those owning older models, the iPhone 4S is a sound choice....Go To Full Review

87%
The iPhone 4S isn't the king of cell phones, but it's part of the royal family nonetheless. Even without 4G and a giant screen, this phone's smart(ass) voice assistant, Siri, the benefits of iOS 5, and its spectacular camera make it a top choice for anyone ready to upgrade....Go To Full Review

80%
The iPhone 4S might not be the most exciting update, but the improved camera, faster performance and the addition of Siri make it a top-ranking smartphone....Go To Full Review

80%
No brainer if you're due for a subsided phone, but not really an essential upgrade if you're not....Go To Full Review

80%
The Iphone 4S looks exactly the same as its predecessor, so it's certainly not worth upgrading for looks alone. It has some nice added features however, such as the A5 processor, 8MP camera and Siri, which make it stand out on its own. The gaming experience is far superior to the Iphone 4 and looks set to get better too. If you liked the Iphone 4, you will like the Iphone 4S a little better....Go To Full Review

80%
Yes, it's a dead ringer for the iPhone 4, but the iPhone 4S serves as a reminder that true innovation is never skin deep. With Siri, Apple has managed to make voice control not only natural but cool. The sharper and brighter camera, smooth 1080p camcorder, and zippier dual-core processor all solidify the iPhone 4S as the best phone on AT&T. iPhone 4 owners in the middle of their contracts are likely better off waiting for the iPhone 5, as iOS 5 and iCloud will extend the life of your device....Go To Full Review

80%
The iPhone 4S may look identical to the iPhone 4, but it boasts several improvements under the hood...Go To Full Review

80%
It may not be the iPhone 5, but the iPhone 4S is still a fantastic handset that rectifys all the previous issues - just a shame it looks exactly the same...Go To Full Review