iPhone 4S

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Includes VAT of approx. £75.00.*

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Includes VAT of approx. £75.00.*

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Get iPhone with a 2-year wireless service plan, or get it unlocked and contract-free so you can switch carriers whenever you want.

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16GB¹ black £449.00 Dispatched: Within 24 hours

16GB¹ white £449.00 Dispatched: Within 24 hours

Add an optional Pay as you go starter pack

Your Pay as you go starter pack will arrive ready to use with your unlocked iPhone. It includes a SIM pre-loaded with call minutes or credit, texts and data. Learn more about Pay as you go for iPhone

SIM-free £0.00
£15.00 300 mins, 3000 texts,
Unlimited Data, 30 Days
£20.00 300 mins, 3000 texts,
500MB Data, 30 Days

Summary

Purchase Information

Add-ons

iPhone 4S at a glance.

Siri intelligent assistant.

Ask Siri to make calls, send texts, set reminders and more. Just talk the way you talk. Siri understands what you say and knows what you mean.

3.5-inch Retina display.

Everything you see and do on iPhone 4S looks amazing. That's because the Retina display's pixel density is so high, your eye is unable to distinguish individual pixels.

8MP iSight camera with HD video recording

Advanced optics, a custom lens and an 8-megapixel sensor let you capture high-quality photos. And you can shoot beautiful movies in full 1080p HD.

What’s in the box

iPhone 4S
Dock Connector to USB Cable
USB Power Adapter
Apple Earphones with Remote and Mic

Warranty

Every iPhone includes 90 days of free telephone technical support and a one-year limited warranty.

iPhone 4S requires a micro-SIM.

Warranty and AppleCare.

Your iPhone includes a one-year warranty and 90 days of telephone support.** And you can extend your coverage with the AppleCare Protection Plan.
Learn more about AppleCare

Choose the iPhone that’s right for you.

About the Unlocked iPhone

The unlocked iPhone includes all the features of iPhone but without a wireless contract commitment. You can activate and use iPhone on the supported GSM wireless network of your choice. The unlocked iPhone 4, iPhone 4S and iPhone 5 will not work with CDMA-based carriers. An unlocked iPhone 5 may not support LTE networks in all other countries; contact service providers for details.

If you don’t want a multiyear service contract, or if you prefer to use a local carrier when travelling abroad, the unlocked iPhone is the best choice. You can buy an unlocked iPhone at the Apple Online Store without a micro-SIM card for iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S, or a nano-SIM card for iPhone 5, or you can add a Pay as you go starter pack from one of the available carriers (Pay as you go is not currently available for iPhone 5). If you choose not to add a Pay as you go starter pack, you’ll need a micro-SIM card for iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S, or a nano-SIM card for iPhone 5 from any supported GSM carrier worldwide. To start using it, simply insert the card into the slot on your iPhone and turn it on by pressing and holding the On/Off button for a few seconds. Then follow the on-screen instructions to set up your iPhone.

Does the iPhone work with any SIM card or carrier worldwide?

iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S work with micro-SIM cards, and iPhone 5 works with nano-SIM cards from compatible carriers, including Pay as you go cards. iPhone 5 may not support LTE networks in all countries or on all carrier networks; contact service providers for details.

Click here for information on iPhone 5 support for LTE networks by carrier and country
Where can I get a micro-SIM or nano-SIM card?

If you choose Pay as you go when you buy a new iPhone from the Apple Online Store, it will arrive with a micro-SIM or nano-SIM pre-loaded with call minutes, texts and data. Or you can get a micro-SIM or nano-SIM card from any carrier offering iPhone plans.

Learn more about Pay as you go
How do I get started using the iPhone to make and receive calls?

First, insert an activated SIM card from a compatible network. Then turn on your iPhone and follow the onscreen instructions to set it up. If you chose Pay as you go from the Apple Online Store, insert the Pay as you go SIM that arrived with your new iPhone and follow the instructions included.
Do I need an iPhone-specific service plan?

Yes, you do. When you buy the iPhone from the Apple Online Store, it is sold unlocked with the option to add a Pay as you go starter pack from one of the available carriers. If you don't select Pay as you go, you can contact a carrier directly to learn about the service plans available for the iPhone.

View a list of networks
Do I need to commit to a long-term contract for my iPhone?

iPhone is available on the Apple Online Store with the option to add a Pay as you go starter pack, pre-loaded with call minutes, texts and data. With Pay as you go, there is no contract, so you are free to change carriers whenever you want. And you pay only for what you use. iPhone is also available on contract directly from wireless networks or the Apple Retail Store — and may have a lower price upfront.
If I choose Pay as you go, can I keep my current phone number?

The SIM that arrives with your iPhone will have a designated phone number which will be live. If you want to keep this number, you don't need to do anything. To keep your current phone number, contact your existing network and ask for your PAC code. Provide this code to your new network to have your number transferred. It usually takes up to seven days.

What happens when my Pay as you go starter pack runs out?

Your Pay as you go starter pack comes pre-loaded with call minutes, texts and data. When it runs out, you can top up your credit for that service. Depending on the network, you can top up through your iPhone, via the web, an app, at cash machines or selected retail outlets. You can also choose to change your service or even your network. Carriers offer a variety of Pay as you go services for the iPhone.
Does the iPhone support tethering?

Yes. You can share the fast connection on your iPhone with your Mac or PC, and connect to the Internet from just about anywhere — no Wi-Fi required. Contact your carrier for details.
Will all iPhone features work with my network?

Certain features such as Visual Voicemail require carrier support and may not function on your carrier’s network. Contact your carrier for more details or read this support article for information.
Why does the price of the iPhone from the Apple Online Store differ from its price from a network?

Carriers typically sell the iPhone with a contract that subsidises the initial purchase price of the phone. By purchasing your iPhone without a contract, you can use any SIM card from a compatible carrier, including your current one.
Can I use my iPhone outside my home country?

Yes. iPhone is enabled to work on networks using GSM around the world. Because the iPhone sold by the Apple Online Store is unlocked, you can purchase a SIM card and service from a local carrier at your destination. Or check with your home carrier regarding international roaming charges.
If I buy iPhone from this Apple Online Store, can I ship it to another country?

No. Orders placed through this Apple Online Store can be shipped only within the country of purchase. You can also shop for friends and family in countries where the iPhone is sold. Just visit the local store of the country where you want your products delivered. Or for fast, easy ordering and expert advice, just call an Apple Online Store Specialist on 0800 048 0408.
Do existing iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S accessories work with iPhone 5?

iPhone 5 uses the Lightning connector, which is different from the 30-pin connector on iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S. You can purchase a Lightning to 30-pin Adapter for use with Made for iPhone accessories except those requiring video output. Visit the iPhone Accessories section on the Apple Online Store to find out more about accessory compatibility with different iPhone models.

Size and Weight²	Height: 115.2 mm (4.5 inches) Width: 58.6 mm (2.31 inches) Depth: 9.3mm (0.37 inches) Weight: 140 grams (4.9 ounces)
3G and Wireless	World phone UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA (850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz); GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi (802.11n 2.4GHz only) Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology
Location	Assisted GPS Digital compass Wi-Fi 3G
Display	Retina display 3.5-inch (diagonal) widescreen Multi-Touch display 960x640-pixel resolution at 326 ppi 800:1 contrast ratio (typical) 500 cd/m2 max brightness (typical) Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating on front and back Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously
Camera, Photos and Video	8-megapixel iSight camera Panorama Video recording, HD (1080p) up to 30 frames per second with audio Autofocus Tap to focus Face detection in still images LED flash Video stabilisation Front camera with VGA-quality photos and video at up to 30 frames per second Photo and video geotagging
External Buttons and Connectors	External Buttons and Controls Connectors and Input/Output
Power and Battery³	Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery Charging via USB to computer system or power adapter Talk time: Up to 8 hours on 3G, up to 14 hours on 2G (GSM) Standby time: Up to 200 hours Internet use: Up to 6 hours on 3G, up to 9 hours on Wi-Fi Video playback: Up to 10 hours Audio playback: Up to 40 hours
Audio Playback	Frequency response: 20Hz to 20,000Hz Audio formats supported: AAC (8 to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC (from iTunes Store), HE-AAC, MP3 (8 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3, 4, Audible Enhanced Audio, AAX and AAX+), Apple Lossless, AIFF and WAV User-configurable maximum volume limit
TV and Video	AirPlay Mirroring to Apple TV support at 720p Video mirroring and video out support: Up to 1080p with Apple Digital AV Adapter or Apple VGA Adapter (adapters sold separately) Video out support at 576p and 480p with Apple Component AV Cable; 576i and 480i with Apple Composite AV Cable (cables sold separately) Video formats supported: H.264 video up to 1080p, 30 frames per second, High Profile level 4.1 with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4 and .mov file formats; MPEG-4 video up to 2.5 Mbps, 640x480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Simple Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps per channel, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4 and .mov file formats; Motion JPEG (M-JPEG) up to 35 Mbps, 1280x720 pixels, 30 frames per second, audio in ulaw, PCM stereo audio in .avi file format
Headphones	Apple Earphones with Remote and Mic Frequency response: 20Hz to 20,000Hz
Mail Attachment Support	Viewable Document Types .jpg, .tiff, .gif (images); .doc and .docx (Microsoft Word); .htm and .html (web pages); .key (Keynote); .numbers (Numbers); .pages (Pages); .pdf (Preview and Adobe Acrobat); .ppt and .pptx (Microsoft PowerPoint); .txt (text); .rtf (rich text format); .vcf (contact information); .xls and .xlsx (Microsoft Excel)
Sensors	Three-axis gyro Accelerometer Proximity sensor Ambient light sensor
System Requirements	Apple ID (required for some features) Internet access ⁴ Syncing with iTunes on a Mac or PC requires: Mac: OS X v10.6.8 or later PC: Windows 7; Windows Vista; or Windows XP Home or Professional with Service Pack 3 or later iTunes 10.7 or later (free download from www.itunes.com/download )
Environmental Requirements	Operating temperature: 0° to 35° C (32° to 95° F) Non-operating temperature: -20° to 45° C (-4° to 113° F) Relative humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing Maximum operating altitude: 3,000 metres (10,000 feet)
Languages	Language Support English (US), English (UK), Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, Arabic, Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, Greek, Hebrew, Hungarian, Indonesian, Malay, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Portuguese (Brazil), Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese Keyboard Support English (US), English (UK), Chinese - Simplified (Handwriting, Pinyin, Wubihua), Chinese - Traditional (Handwriting, Pinyin, Zhuyin, Cangjie, Wubihua), French, French (Canada), French (Switzerland), German (Germany), German (Switzerland), Italian, Japanese (Romaji, Kana), Korean, Spanish, Arabic, Bulgarian, Catalan, Cherokee, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Emoji, Estonian, Finnish, Flemish, Greek, Hawaiian, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Icelandic, Indonesian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Macedonian, Malay, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Portuguese (Brazil), Romanian, Russian, Serbian (Cyrillic/Latin), Slovak, Swedish, Thai, Tibetan, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese Dictionary Support (enables predictive text and auto-correct) English (US), English (UK), Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), French, French (Canada), French (Switzerland), German, Italian, Japanese (Romaji, Kana), Korean, Spanish, Arabic, Catalan, Cherokee, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Estonian, Finnish, Flemish, Greek, Hawaiian, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Malay, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Portuguese (Brazil), Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese Siri Languages English (US, UK, Canada, Australia), Spanish (US, Mexico, Spain), French (France, Canada, Switzerland), German (Germany, Switzerland), Italian (Italy, Switzerland), Japanese, Korean, Mandarin (Mainland China, Taiwan), Cantonese (Hong Kong)

** Apple One-Year Limited Warranty and AppleCare Protection Plan benefits are in addition to rights provided under consumer law. For details, click here.

1GB = 1 billion bytes; actual formatted capacity less.
Actual size and weight vary by configuration and manufacturing process.
All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced by Apple service provider. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See www.apple.com/uk/batteries and www.apple.com/uk/iphone/specs.html for more information.
Wireless broadband recommended; fees may apply

Some features, applications and services are not available in all areas. See your carrier for details. Application availability and pricing are subject to change.

Select an iPhone 4S

Choose a colour:

Add an optional Pay as you go starter pack

Summary

iPhone 4S

Add-ons

Learn more about buying iPhone

Questions? Just ask.

iPhone 4S at a glance.

Siri intelligent assistant.

3.5-inch Retina display.

8MP iSight camera with HD video recording

What’s in the box

Warranty

Warranty and AppleCare.

Choose the iPhone that’s right for you.

About the Unlocked iPhone

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the iPhone work with any SIM card or carrier worldwide?

Where can I get a micro-SIM or nano-SIM card?

How do I get started using the iPhone to make and receive calls?

Do I need an iPhone-specific service plan?

Do I need to commit to a long-term contract for my iPhone?

If I choose Pay as you go, can I keep my current phone number?

What happens when my Pay as you go starter pack runs out?

Does the iPhone support tethering?

Will all iPhone features work with my network?

Why does the price of the iPhone from the Apple Online Store differ from its price from a network?

Can I use my iPhone outside my home country?

If I buy iPhone from this Apple Online Store, can I ship it to another country?

Do existing iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S accessories work with iPhone 5?

Technical Specifications

Size and Weight2

3G and Wireless

Location

Display

Camera, Photos and Video

External Buttons and Connectors

Power and Battery3

Audio Playback

TV and Video

Headphones

Mail Attachment Support

Viewable Document Types

Sensors

System Requirements

Environmental Requirements

Languages

Language Support

Keyboard Support

Dictionary Support (enables predictive text and auto-correct)

Siri Languages

Size and Weight²

Power and Battery³