The older version of Apple iPhone (released in 2009), the iPhone 3GS is now available for Rs. 9,999 from Aircel. The same handset was selling for Rs. 19,999. Now before you jump in with excitement and probably thinking of owning the Apple iPhone do check out the specifications.
Aircel is selling the iPhone 3GS for just Rs. 9,999 and their subscribers can also get unlimited 3G data access for 12 months by paying additional amount of Rs. 3K. However the good news is that the handset is factory unlocked, so you can use it with any other SIM cards.
Let’s have a look at the specifications. I am sure after that you will find that the cost is still too high and for the same amount you can get a better handset with better features from other brands.
The Apple iPhone 3GS sports a 320×480 pixels resolution over a 3.5 inch touchscreen display. It houses the Cortex A8 processor capable of running at 800 MHz, however it’s made to work at 600MHz (under-clocked). The GPU is PowerVR SGX535.
The RAM is 256MB with 8GB internal storage. There is a 3.15 MP camera which clicks really good quality pictures. Another advantage of buying the iPhone 3GS is that it can be upgraded to the latest iOS 6 (to be released in 2012). Other features are Wi-Fi, GPS, bluetooth and access to app store.
Other options to look for? Spice Mi-425 or Karbonn A9, or wait for Karbonn A24. Do check the terms and conditions for the iPhone 3GS on Aircel website.
Jigar Mehta
I am struggling to activate my phone 3GS after upgrade to 6.1.6 OS.
Can any one help
It is showing activitaion failed as server not available
maaz
Gogi, do you think you I should buy iphone 3gs while phones with much better performance are available at the same price in the market?
gogi
iPhone 3GS is pretty outdated now.
chandu
which is better apple 3gs or huawei ideos x5 u8800
Arun Raj
Please let me know Can I be able to use other Network SIM Card in this phone without Unlocking it.
Prannay
yes you can…its mentioned in the terms and condition…for your information I am pasting it below…
"The handset is not locked for any specific operator. However, the plan benefits worth Rs.3000 will be applicable only if you use the Aircel SIM card & take the specific bundled plan"
RRP
thats wrong……
I have the handset & as I updated it with the system, I m not able to use the handset with other network…….
it is asking for the sim it was registered with……
Prannay
Yes you can, I have been using Vodafone SIM with this handset for the past 2 months without any issue.
venukumar
Dear gogi i think you can't use any other sim card other than aircel
kkk
Can I purchase this phone for 13K and use my other network sim? won't aircel lock my phone?
shubham
can we jailbreak and unlock it to use any other sim?
gogi
shubham, I think its already unlocked!, but in case if it is not you can jailbreak and unlock it.
shubham
how can it be already unlocked as we have a 1yr contract with them!?!
gogi
Because as per the scheme you pay 3000 extra for 3G plan for 1 year, so in all you pay approx 13K. You use that 3G or not, really does not matter.
omkar s
I think going with the hardware specs for a apple iPhone is wrong. The high quality and huge no. Of app ecosystem is enough to get the handset. Android app quality is bad, to say the least. Apple keeps the app quality in control. Also most apple apps have os specification as requirement and not hardware specs. My brothers 3gs run 95% of all apps, (mostly free app+sme paid ones), just update os. Only high processor apps wont work or lag, such as new battle fury game, stalker, but then they cost a fortune anyway. Don't know how under clocking processor would affect performance as mine is 2 years old. 3gs wont get ios7 I think but it did get ios6 so its a good deal. This is first of carrier subsidized handsets in India so I think it should be encouraged as it would only profit the end consumer.
sbabu
You can never win an argument with Apple user and Women. No offense! 🙂
pawandeep
if they had priced it at 8000 or 9000 without contract inclusive of all taxes it would hv wiped out all the low end android phones from the market i guess, but price is too high. even tho its 3 generations old phone it still performs well with its specifications with new ios6 but priced too high to be successful
pawandeep singh
Hi gogi, i think if u read the requirements this price comes if you are opting for postpaid plan from aircel for one year which ensures that you are paying 13000 upfront, you cant buy the handset at 9999 without the postpaid plan bundled with it, so the effective cost is Rs.13000
gogi
Yes Pawandeep, and including service tax of 12.36% on the MRP.