Apple iPhone 8 GB (AT&T)

This review is for the 1st generation iPhone. For a review of the iPhone 3G see my other reviews.

Advantages iPhone 1.0 vs iPhone 3G:

- at present is its ability to be unlocked for use on other cell carriers. If using AT&T, no advantage

- EDGE data plan is $10 cheaper

I've owned a cell phone since 1992. I've always had a "top of the line cell phone" (I've always had AT&T = formerly Cingular = formerly BellSouth Mobility). I've had some really good phones: Motorola v60 "Vader", Nokia 6102i, and a Sony Ericsson T610. Then I've had some REALLY bad ones: Motorola RAZR, SLVR, Sony Ericsson s710a, Sony Ericsson Walkman W400, & most recently an HP iPaq 6515. In my 16 years of having cellphones, I've had over 100 (yes 100+) different models & makes.

I haven't had signal issues w/ many phones, it's always been asthetics that bothered me or the clumsy interfaces.

With every phone I've ever had, no matter how long I've had it; I always had a problem placing a call on hold & answering another call or joining a call into a 3-way call. With the iPhone interface being so well designed & the features so clearly labeled; I don't have that problem any more.

As for the design, the Sony Ericsson s710a was a beautiful phone, but the way it flipped open was awkward. When you opened it, it flipped upside down. You had to open it, then rotate the phone to use it.

With the HP iPaq 6515, I hated the keyboard. It was hard to see, crowded w/ characters & difficult to use w/ my large fingers. This is the problem I face w/ almost all phones w/ physical keyboards except the HTC 8525; which has the best phone keyboard of any phone. iPhone users should try the pogo stylus.

The iPhone keyboard is clear, easy to use, & once you get use to it - allows for very fast typing. I used it more in the first 10 days of owning my iPhone than I ever used ANY keyboard on ALL phones I've ever owned.

The camera on my Nokia 6201i was great, but it was difficult to use & to get pictures off of.The camera on the iPhone is terriffic - the viewfinder & capture buttons are crystal clear. It's easy to get the photos from iPhone to computer for editing.

Unlike most smartphones - that have Windows Mobile - the iPhone has an intuitive interface that's easy to understand & navigate. There's no need to read a manual - it's just simple to understand.

Before the iPhone I hated text messaging ... I texted more in the 1st 10 days than I have in the last 10 years!

Because an iPhone uses standard iPod sync & charge cables, accessories are easy to find.

Battery life is very good - even when utilizing power draining features like Wifi & Bluetooth.

I can actually use the calculator on an iPhone, unlike on other cell phones where you have to figure out what key corresponds to an add/multiply/divide.

The Google Maps feature is amazing w/ the ability to use satellite data. The GPS integration w/ LocateMe is awesome (upgrade to 1.1.

The weather forecast widget is nice to have - especially in the summer so you can plan your outdoor week or weekend spontaneously.

Only complaints:

- Edge data network is acceptable, but I wish was faster
- I'd really like to see bluetooth data exchange so I could sync an iPhone via bluetooth.
- FM transmitters don't work well due to interference

Invaild complaints:

- the keyboard is hard to use - at 1st it is ... it definitely takes getting used to. Once you start letting an iPhone correct your mistakes & just hitting the space bar, it becomes pretty fast

I could not be more satisfied with my purchase. The iPhone has everything I could possibly need in a cell phone though I feel that to call it a cell phone is selling it short. I can check my emails from anywhere I can get a signal or wifi. Same goes for the internet. 8GB is plenty of room for music and videos unless you are taking an extended trip but for that I have an ipod anyway. When I'm bored I've still got youtube as well. Traffic, weather, stocks, photos, text... it really has everything I need and want in a cell phone. Also, the screen is totally scratch resistant. It is glass, so it works pretty well but it is not indestructable. Keep it in your hands or in your pocket and off roads of loose gravel and there shouldn't be any problems.

The only thing I would criticize is that the EDGE network used to access the internet could be faster, but if my phone were my sole means of getting to the internet then I would have bigger problems on my hands,

I'm not the type of person who has to have every new high tech toy they come out with. I don't even have an Ipod, a palmpilot, or bluetooth gadgets for my old phone. But when I broke my Razor phone I figured what the heck. So for my birthday my wife bought me the new Iphone.

This handheld all in one machine is absolutely amazing! The phone has an amazing capacity for information 8gb holds everything I could ever need on a phone with 6gb to spare! I can carry my photo album from a recent vacation by simply loading the pictures right onto my phone. The picture viewing is incredible making sure the picture is always right side up. The screen is so clear the pictures look incredible. Not mention how easy it is to scroll through the pictures by just rubbing on the screen.

The weather feature allows me to see the weather not only for my hometown but for any other cities I select in the US! So if I'm planning a trip my phone can tell me the weather before I get there.

The notepad feature allows me to make notes and lists about all the things I need to do and remember! Now I don't loose the list or forget anything at the grocery store.

The keyboard takes a little getting used to, but is much better than the 3 letters per number on your typical phone.

The internet is still a little slow but with such an easy to use browsers I'm not complaining about the speed too much!

I can access my yahoo mail with the click of a button its so easy to use its ridiculous!

The phone book is cleaner and easier to use than my Razor was, it makes sending emails or making call very simple.

The voice mail feature is great, I can see the number who called and click on it to hear only that voice mail, so I don't have to listen to the ones I know what they are, or are going to be about.

I don't use the Ipod much although it will be nice to use on those occasional jogs. However I do use the ipod to store cute movies of my son stumbling around the yard or all dressed up in his Halloween costume.

The maps feature is nice and easy to use, like everyone else I anxiously await the GPS feature to arrive.

The calendar is easier to use and easier to read than my old phone, with that and the notebook I don't need an appointment book anymore.

The camera is also a nice upgrade over my old phone I don't know what megapixel it is but it takes nice clean photos.

The battery life is very good for having so many power draining features, and being able to charge it while its connected to my computer is a great feature.

The last feature is the calculator, what an improvement over older phones the touch screen is super easy to use. I do with there where more options to use with it, like a mortgage calculator or annuities calculator. But with the internet at my finger tips I guess I can search for one online.

All-in-all this phone is one of the best purchases I've made in a while. This is definately the device of the future.

Apple's iPhone definitely has the "cool" factor. The sleeck touchscreen and futuristic design makes this phone rise above all cell phone classes.
There is only one button on the entire phone, all other functions are controlled on the touchscreen. However there are some draw backs. This steezy little gadget is unable to use high speed 3G network, so downloads take forever. Also the lil' 2.0 megapixel camera is somewhat of a disappointment.

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This seller would not send me the item after I sent payment. I would highly suggest action being taken against their account so other buyers do not suffer like I have.

Plain and simple; The iPhone is the best phone to ever enter the mobile industry.

The design: sleek, sophisticated, and innovative. iPhone has not only changed the technology of the cell phone industry, but also what consumers view to be appealing and the new must-have item. It used to be that everybody wanted a flip -hone. As you already know, this is not a flip phone. But it is a multidimensional user interface with far and away better capabilities than your conventional phones on the market today.

The camera: The camera on this phone rivals those of many single purpose digital cameras made by sony, canon, and their competitors. The difference; this camera has internet capabilities, immaculate phone call reception, and let's not forget about your very own built in iPod.

The keyboard: After playing with this device for twenty minutes or so, I have found the touch-pad keyboard to be extremely easy to use. It may not be ideal for texting while you are driving. But let's face it, thats illegal - your family and friends can wait.

The bad: Being that this is a touch screen device, the oil from your fingers are going to leave traces all over the screen. Fortunately, Apple provides a screen cloth used to wipe away dirt and oil. I have found this to be all I need to restore it factory sealed condition. One other complaint that I have is the storage capacity. Mine only holds 8GB and it has been hard for me to transfer select songs from my 30GB iPod.

Overall: This phone is AMAZING. I would have paid twice what I did if need be. Anyone who is thinking about getting one would be a fool not to. Please take my advice and purchase one of these for yourself. You will not regret it!

What Hot: The display is bright and crystal clear! It really looks good! (Just dont drop it, because the screen is not very durable!) Although there are many menu's, they are easy to navigate.

Whats not so hot: The Apple iPhone lacks call audio quality and is not stereo Bluetooth capable. It also lack sufficient memory. Its hard to do basic functions because everything is at least two menu's away.

Final thought: Very expensive and yet still yeilds semi-limited capibilties. However, The Apple iPhone is the solution for both cell phone users music buffs.

The phone is excellant.
The screen is crystal clear because its glass
The only problem with the phone is that, you need to be extra careful the phone must never fall down as the screen is of glass. Also the battery is non-replaceable.

Be careful every ebay buyers this seller is a fraud i won an item iphone paid him and this seller never send me any phone. So be very careful with this seller.

Not exactly worth the wait unless it was for fun. At Least for me it was fun talking about all the hype and expectations to others in line.

As expected iPhones are selling like hotcakes on ebay but as the hours go by, the ending prices leave the sellers to break even, if you factor in the ebay fees, paypal fees and FREE OVERNIGHT SHIPPING offered by many. In my opinion it was not worth the wait for RESELLERS. Plus there is no shortage for at least another 1 week as reports are saying APPLE expected a high purchase turnout...they had 6 months to prepare.

UPDATE: Attn BUYERS...you can actually get the phone cheaper than the $599 plus tax (8gb) at the apple store. Some of the eBay listings are ending around $620-$630 shipping included if your lucky enough. Thats a savings of $10-20 and no waiting in line. So BUYERS don't be so sad if you couldn't get a hold of one to resell on ebay...in fact many are losing money when you factor in all the expense and time. The real winner is eBay with those fees.

Now about the most talked about phone of the year.

I waited till I got home to my favorite reclining chair. As I snugged in comfortably, I began the slow process of unraveling the neatly packaged 5 inch by 8 inch box. Eager to see how APPLE packaged this product as they do so well with all their products I noticed it was nice and compact. I had a feel of a luxurious item. Neatly snugged on top the IPHONE!! Completely wrapped in protective plastic on all four sides. As I slowly peeled away each plastic lining it was gleaming with shine. Kinda wanted to wear a glove so not as to leave any finger marks. FIRST reaction...It was Lighter and Smaller than I had expected after reading all those specs online for months. With a push of a button the thing came alive. Next reaction...the display takes full advantage of the phone's size, and noticed the brilliant colors, sharp graphics, and fluid movement. Impressive....

The touch screen learning curve was about 10 minutes...I thought it would take longer to get used to but it was fairly easy. Using the keyboard function was different from my Blackberry. The ease of using two thumbs depends on how big your hands are...The iPhone being compact, felt a little too small for the average American hand.

I made my first call to my best friend (to show off) and the sound quality was on par with my palm treo. Voice sounded natural and fluid with no break or blips...

I checked my email and it was expected like all the reviews say, slow but not terribly slow, I guess sit depends where your located.

Well it still hasn't been 24 hours yet so I will update more as I progress in learning more about the IPHONE...

Is it a must buy? Only if you like to hear...
"Ooh look hes got the new iPhone", while sipping coffee at starbucks.
Or when you walk into the office monday morning.."whoa you got the iPhone!?! Let me see"...and have half a dozen finger prints on your iPhone by noon.

Overall the phone looks great and works great.

IF YOU FEEL MY REVIEW WAS DECENT ENOUGH TO READ PLEASE CLICK YES BELOW THANK!

I was among the first to get the 1st generation iPhone, and I was pleased with what it had to offer at the time. Even after the addition of the new iPhone 3G version and the myriad imitators, the original remains a highly functional and prestigous device. If you can find the original 4gb hd version, they can usually be found at a bargain price compared to the 8gb version)

Thoughts: 1st Gen (4gb/8gb/16gb, Edge) vs 2nd Gen (8gb/16gb, 3G+GPS)

1. The battery life for both is rather similar. The 2nd Generation iPhone wins, but not by enough to justify the upgrade.
2. The LCD digitizer (touchscreen) is practically the same with both editions--don't expect major changes.
3. The cases and dimensions of the 1st and 2nd generation iPhones are similar, but the 1st gen is "fatter" in terms of overall girth. 1st gen iphones will not fit in 2nd gen cases, and vice versa.
4. The 1st gen iPhone has a recessed phone jack at the top, and will accommodate only apple-style headphone plugs (circular cable inset). The 2nd generation is standardized, and will work with regular plugs without secondary adapters.
5. The 1st gen iPhone has a metallic case on the backside. The 2nd gen iPhone has either a white or black plastic case. The chrome trim remains the same on both devices. The plastic cases tend to scratch easier than the metallic versions, but the plastic looks better and has a better (smoother) feel to the bare touch.
6. Overall function: both versions are very similar, featuring EXTREMELY similar hardware. Aside from the GPS addition in the 2nd generation iPhone models, you will be hard-pressed to notice any differences in overall functionality--but ONLY assuming you're updated to the same firmware version on each device.


What is disturbing about this model:

1. Do NOT let it overheat. Make sure you keep it charged in a cool location with sufficient airflow. This means DON'T put it on fabric. Don't overcharge, and be sure to inspect (check for overheating) regularly. The first time it overheats (it will be HOT to the touch), the battery output will GREATLY diminish (1/2 to 1/3 capacity), and should be changed through Apple.
2. There is NO apple-supplied application for checking and resetting the iPhone battery. This is provided for MacBooks, but not the iPod line
3. All of the iPhone models are EXTREMELY fragile--immediately purchase a case (breathable if possible), or a Zagg InvisibleShield to protect it from scratches and the odd bump/bruise.
4. Internal components are flush with the case, and simple dents will cause components/features to fail
5. DO NOT attempt to open ANY iPhone model for repair if you do not have experience--the cases/trim are prone to dents/bends, and you are likely to scratch/damage internal components if you attempt to replace the digitizer or battery yourself (the most common repairs). It is better to take them directly to Apple stores for repair.
6. Based on who you talk to, Apple will ONLY honor the 1 year manufacturer warranty if the iPhone is linked to an AT&T contract. If you have Jailbroken/Unlocked your iPhone, reset it to factory firmware and specifications before attempting to deal with Apple Repair.

I haven't had time to write up all my impressions of my first day with an iPhone, but I am perfectly happy to admit that it exceeded my expectations, partly because I was prepared to be slightly let down by some of the bigger promises. I've written up some of this, including my process of buying the phone.

What's still valid about my hesitation in recommending the first-generation iPhone is that AT&T's EDGE network truly is too slow for anything but simpler text-heavy Web sites and for email, and that viewing Web pages and other text that's designed for wide-column layout is hard to read on screen. The former problem will be solved with an updated piece of hardware that uses the third-generation (3G) cell network. The latter problem could be solved in software, by offering an option to rewrap text streams into narrower columns for better legibility.

That said, the damn thing is a wonder. It's the niftiest piece of technology I've ever used or held. It truly feels like something dropped out of the future. Every feature works, even if I'm finding some rough edges or missing pieces. But nothing I've tried is broken. That's a big deal in an age where stuff is shipped too early, or in quasi-beta states. The iPhone probably tries to do too much in a first release, and some of that shows, but by biting off a specific set of Internet-focused tasks on top of telephony and iPod features, Apple's team made it achievable.

I received the product on time. The seller was not very helpful w/ any questions I had though. BE SURE YOUR AUTOMATIC UPDATES IS TURNED OFF IF YOU ARE USING I TUNES!

The Apple iphone is by far "The greatest cell phone on the planet".Lets first start off with the unlimited internet which runs the same as your normal laptop but fits in your pocket.I have used the iphone to pay bills online,win ebay auctions,and to prove someone wrong by googling up the facts.The email system when using aol is nothing less then perfect with easy to use viewing and deleting.The iphone is also a better version of the ipod and now you can even purchase music on itunes on the go.The music will auto update on your laptop when you connect it.The camera is very clear and scrolling through pictures is cool though there should be a flash which is disapointing.You can get directions anywhere very easy and the weather viewing for cities is cool.Checking the stock market is simple as well.The alarm can be set for different times and can use your ringtones to wake you up.Texting is way better then a normal phone as it is more like instant messaging and you can understand a converation better.As for the phone itself the phone display is awesome and the pictures of people when they call is a nice touch.You can now buy almost any song as a ringtone on itunes and edit it to perfection.I do wish the speaker was louder.Finally if you get bored while you out to lunch you can view some funny clips on youtube.I would highly suggest this phone over any ever made.

Jason G Grundstrom

The killer app on the iPhone has to be the phone. At the end of the day, it has to make and receive calls. It has to be loud enough and easy enough to use as a phone. One of the first things besides reception quality that is important to me is call volume. My cell phone has to be loud enough so that I can hear it in busy airports, walking down the street, etc. The Treo 650 was NOT loud enough which meant that I had to buy special software for the phone (Volume Care) just to boost the volume. So how does the iPhone stack up in this important area? So far so good. I’ve been making calls most of the day from the iPhone and the clarity and quality have exceeded my expectations. It’s loud enough, thank you Apple. I can navigate to my favorites and place a call with one hand. It still takes more taps than it should. You should be able to hold down the Home button to get to the Favorites screen (are you listening Apple, that was a great idea I just thought of?). The iPhone comes with a set of white stereo earbuds with an integrated mic. The mic also serves as a button to answer calls, end the current call, decline and incoming call, and do the hold features of call waiting. It also allows you to advance to the next song that’s playing and pause playback of audio from songs or movies. I don’t like earbuds for extended use. However, since they ingrate the mic, I’ll have to get used to them until a 3rd party solution comes out.

The iPod portion of the iPhone is what separates it from any other phone out there. Sure your phone may play mp3s, but it probably doesn’t play the ones you bought from the iTunes store. Apple has completely redesigned the iPod interface on the iPhone. The famous click wheel is gone. You can customize the screen buttons to the areas that you access most. You can watch your movies, music videos and video podcasts. Music does actually play through the built-in speaker if you don’t use the supplied earbuds/phone headset. The coverflow feature is pretty cool. My only complaint in this department is in the area of storage space. Storage on the iPhone is either 4GB or 8GB depending on the model you get. I have to say that while I can live in 8GB’s of space, 16GB would have been much better. I actually can’t believe that Apple would not offer a 16GB model. Especially considering how big video files and movies are. Perhaps they’ll come out with a 3rd model that does 16GB just like they came out with an Apple TV after the initial launch that has a 160GB hard drive (as opposed to the 40GB hard drive in the first model). The iPhone like the iPod is syncs the status of the content you play back such as movies and TV shows. So if you start watching a video on your computer in iTunes and then have to leave, sync your iPhone and go. When you start watching it on your iPhone it will pick up where you left off. This works in both directions.

Safari- Another great function of the iPhone has to be the Wi-Fi. It might not be a nice dell laptop or computer, but it's a portable internet provider which makes traveling even easier. The internet can be used whenever, wherever, however and it's not difficult at all. The only downside to this Wi-Fi is that fact that it lacks Flash player. Flash Player is a program which is the main operator for a lot of websites. Hey, flash player or not, isnt it cool to still have the internet in the palm of your hand?

The good: The Apple iPhone has a stunning display, a sleek design, and an innovative multitouch user interface. Its Safari browser makes for a superb Web surfing experience, and it offers easy-to-use apps. As an iPod, it shines.

The bad: The Apple iPhone has variable call quality and lacks some basic features found in many cell phones, including stereo Bluetooth support and 3G compatibility. Integrated memory is stingy for an iPod, and you have to sync the iPhone to manage music content.

The bottom line: Despite some important missing features, a slow data network, and call quality that doesn't always deliver, the Apple iPhone sets a new benchmark for an integrated cell phone and MP3 player.

This phone is great. It's easy to use. It costs an extra $20.00 a month for unlimited data. Connect to Itunes and have an account, have AT&T as a service provider, and your off and running.

2777 dollars for an iphone? lol.. look around ebay there going for like 500-800! u should try lowering your price.. just a thought :)

Well.. I've finally got an iPhone. I waited months for this thing to be released. I was hooked as soon as it premiered at Macworld and immediately wanted one. Here is a break-down of the Pro's and Con's that I see in this amazing device.

Pros:
-The display is very clear and detailed.
-The touch-screen is simple to use and keeps the device buttonless.
-It is a good size device and not as heavy as expected.
-The battery life is actually pretty decent on this, considering all of it's features.
-It has wi-fi, so I can snag open connections for internet browsing while sipping java at my local coffee shop.
-The menu's are simple to navigate, keeping the phone easy to use even for the not so tech-savvy person.
-The camera quality is amazing for a cell phone.

Cons:
-I foresee this getting scratched up quite easily.
-I'll be waiting to see the 80GB version soon. I can't store too many tunes on this with all the other stuff I use it for.
-I can't access itunes from the phone. I have to connect it to my computer. (LAME!!!)

Conclusion: I love this product. It's about time the U.S. finally gets a cool gadget since the rest of the world seems to be up on us in technology when it comes to cell phones.

Is this thing worth the dough? Not to me. I wouldn't pay this much for a phone, I'd wait until they came down in price. But I got mine free at wickeddeals.net so I can't complain. If nothing else, stop in at your local AT&T or Apple store and just play around with one. It's pretty sweet.

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best phone out!
many features, touch screen, and 8gb!

People were saying that the iphone ws to sensitive and had bad signal and had a lot of bugs but all that are lies.
I bought one and i never regreated, it is all touch screen, nice graphics, very nice phone with favorite, contacts, recent, the keypad ofcourse and voice mail. the coolest thing about the phon part is the voicemail. its set up to work like an inbox of you eamil.

The email part its just excelent! an the safari too!.

The ipod part..... please tell me who doesn't like the idea of your ipod in your phone? just perfect.

But i rate the iphone as : "Good"
because it has some bad side about it.

The camera is very good it doesn't have ZOOM in it.
bad who can take some nice picture in a brand new generation of phones without Zoom?


the last one is the contacts.


you'll be in in alot of trouble if you have more than 100 cntacts. (nd believe me that is very easy to reach) because there isn't a search bar that you start tiping the name it searches for you instead you have to go to the write of the screen and touch the initial letter of the person but if you have 30 persons under leter " M " for example that didn't do you any good does it?

The iPhone has been subject to a wide array of reviews--from being touted as the Messiah of digital devices, to just another way for Apple to cash in. I don't believe either extreme is correct--or fair for that matter, but the phone and all of its functions make it lie somewhere in the middle.

I've found that most people who dislike the phone are either:
(1) Too accustomed to their hardware static keypad phones
(2) Don't give the touchscreen a fair try
(3) Require more 3rd party customization, namely for work
(4) Hate Apple and Apple products with a passion

After using touchscreen phones for the last 5 years, I can tell you, I can't go back to using hardware keypads. And as far as touchscreens go, Apple's created the most innovative touch-based device in the U.S. market (overseas is excluded). The way the software in the device act seamlessly together is just flat out amazing. People who try the phone for 30 seconds are generally left with a so-so "That's cool" impression. People who use it for 30 minutes usually have a "I gotta get me one of these" outlook. If they've been using one for 30 days, they're usually thinking, "I'm glad I bought one of these. This bonafidebaddass."

As a phone, the iPhone is so-so. As a multi-media device, this phone has no equal at the moment. All of its components rolled into this one, compact, beautifully designed piece of technology make for one great cell phone. It's more like a media device that makes phone calls--not the other way around. The simplicity of accessing your multiple e-mail accounts, surfing the web, watching an episode of your favorite TV show, listening to your flavor-of-the-month tunes, checking stocks, weather, traffic directions, setting up appointments in the calendar application, texting via the iChat-like client, taking pictures, and even making a phone call (it's not as hard as some reviewers make it out to be), the iPhone is simplicity personified. If you think of it in that regard, you will not be disappointed with the iPhone.

The only qualms I have found with the iPhone are:
(1) No privacy for SMS messages: if somebody is using your phone, the messages just pop up on the screen, whatever you're doing with an Ignore/Read prompt, and about 2 preview lines
(2) No MMS to date
(3) No multiple contacts for SMS messaging--you can only message 1 person at a time
(4) No cut/copy/paste feature to date
(5) No organizing the songs on your playlists on the phone, must be done on iTunes
(6) No Flash support on Safari browser to date
(7) No landscape text-entry mode on texting screen
(8) SDK not available to 3rd parties, probable for 2008 though
(9) Subsequently, lack of native 3rd party applications
(10) Must pay for ringtones via iTunes--cannot select ANY song--iPhone has a poor selection of default ringtones to begin with
(11) Camera settings non-existent at the moment--and no camera flash
(12) Speakerphone still too low in volume
(13) For a personal device, the iPhone is very limited in personalization touches for its internal software
(14) Locked to AT&T/Cingular
(15) No 3G

Other than those issues--most of which, if not all, will probably be addressed with software updates in the near future--the iPhone is a marvel of a tech device. For your business life, the iPhone is a poor fit--but for somebody's personal life, the iPhone might just suit all your entertainment media needs the best a phone could possibly do at this time. It has mine.