Gizmodo is reporting that it has in its possession a prototype of Apple’s next iPhone. Better yet, the website has put up several pictures and videos as proof. Other websites and media outlets are calling this the iPhone 4G, and Apple confirms that one of its prototypes has been stolen. Moreover, Gizmodo dissected the phone and has concluded that the perfectly fitted Apple-labeled components are proof that 1) the components were specifically designed for this case, and 2) this is undoubtedly a product that was constructed by Apple engineers.

After a week of playing around with the much anticipated smartphone, Gizmodo reports on several changes between this and previous version of the iPhone. For instance, the screen resolution quality is much improved, the video camera is now front-facing, a larger battery allows for 16% more battery life, and a second microphone allows for improved voice clarity. The iPhone 4G also thinner yet weighs 3 grams more than the 3GS. Of course, no details exist on when this phone will be available to the public, but it will likely be released later this year or early next year.  Find iphone accessories at http://www.discountcell.com

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Is the iPad an oversized smartphone or a miniature laptop? Perhaps the answer lies somewhere in between. However, one AT&T policy suggests the company views the iPad along the same lines as iPhones. As many are well aware, AT&T caps 3G data connection at 5 GB per month for netbook, laptop, and USB modem users. Meanwhile, iPhone and iPad users pay half that price yet receive unlimited 3G access. The good news for iPad users is that they can stream unlimited video content without worrying about getting slapped with excessive download fees. Better yet, Netflix has confirmed its new video streaming apps for the iPad and iPhone will work with the AT&T 3G cellular network.

At this point, it’s unclear whether or not iPhone and iPad users’ unlimited 3G access will affect AT&T’s 3G network. The reason it might is twofold. First, 3G iPads don’t go on sale until later this month, meaning that the iPads sold thus far have had zero impact on the 3G network. Second, the Netflix apps for both the iPhone and iPad have still not been released. The impact Netflix will have on the network should be a concern for all AT&T 3G cellular network users, especially now that bandwidth-hungry iPad users have been thrown into the mix.

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