Well, it’s finally here – the new Apple iPhone 4.

The new iPhone sports a thinner form and a different shape. It’s little heavier, with a straight back replacing the curved back of the last two versions. The antenna is a split stainless steel band that runs around the edge of the phone. The shorter, left strip is used for WiFi, Bluetooth and GPS and the longer, right strip is used for UMTS/GSM cellular radio for voice and data.

One of my favorite new features on the phone is the FaceTime video calling service. Since my family is all across the US, this feature is a great way to connect. Because of this feature the new phone also includes two cameras; one on both sides of the phone. This makes it much easier, now to shoot self-portraits that actually look great.

For my sister, the Retina display will come in handy now that her iPhone has become her Kindle. And I think any app lover will appreciate the new multi-tasking feature that allows you to switch between third party apps seamlessly.

Although I believe editing video is hard enough to do on my computer, I’m sure there are video lovers out there who appreciate the new HD video recording and editing features. Other features of the phone include folders for your apps, iBook reader, and more voice control features.

I have been holding out on actually purchasing the iPhone 4 due to the reported antenna problems and if you hold the phone a certain way you can degrade the signal and potentially drop your calls and Internet connection. But my birthday is in July, so they better fix this fast because it’s the only present I want.

Information on the iPhone: http://www.apple.com/iphone/design/#design-video