The iPhone 4S has a much faster CPU, a much faster GPU, a much better camera, a highly advanced voice-AI system like nobody has ever seen, better battery life, an improved antenna, international GSM roaming ability on CDMA-locked phones, a 64 GB option, and better carrier availability. It is extremely likely to become the best-selling smartphone in the world.

Would as many people be disappointed if Apple had released the same device but called it the iPhone 5?

Marco Arment on the iPhone 4S. I couldn’t agree more.

Siri. The intelligent assistant that helps you get
things done. All you have to do is ask.

I, like several others, found myself skeptical about the practical everday uses of Siri, Apple‘s new voice command assistant that’s built into the new iPhone 4S. People are adverse to voice command utilities because they always seem to be more trouble then they are worth. However, I believe that, with a proper implementation, Siri can be of use to the everday user. I immediately thought about my Mom, and how perfect such a tool would be for a user like her. She knows how to complete the majority of tasks on her iPhone, but there are several features she doesn’t use to their fullest capability. Siri could assist her in accomplishing those tasks. It will be interesting to see how it’s used, as well as how it develops over time. Apple knows what they’re doing, so I’m sure it will grow into a seamless part of their product.

I don’t even own an iPad 2 yet, but I really want this cover.