There's even a chunk missing where you can see into the phone.

I’ve been using an iPhone 4 for nearly two years and I’d gotten so used to it that now that I’ve switched back to the 3GS, I’m really noticing the difference in performance.  Due to a couple of factors, I ended up trading my phone for a 3GS so my dad can use mine.  I had all but forgotten that the older model only has a camera on the back (and with no flash).  I’d gotten used to being able to take front-facing pictures and ones with flash or the HDR option.  The screen isn’t as crisp, but that doesn’t affect me much.

However, one thing that really bugs me is the slower performance and the shorter battery life.  These were both things I expected from my phone and I’ve been disappointed with the results.  The phone no longer lasts me through the entire day without needing a charge and things take way too long to load.  The screen isn’t as responsive either, but that could also be due to the delayed reaction from the processor.  Plus, I’m not used to the grip and dropped it within the first day of using it!  I was completely devastated that the screen got smashed even though it was barely a drop at all.  This never would have happened with my iPhone 4.

Thankfully, there should be a new iPhone coming out by the end of the year, so I just have to hold out for half a year or so until I can upgrade and get all my fancy technological needs satisfied once again.  Or, if I can manage to fix what was going on with this model, maybe my dad and I can trade back again until it’s time for that upgrade…