The internet was a-buzz this weekend after Gizmodo got its hands on what seems to be a genuine prototype fourth generation (4G) iPhone. The device was "left in a bar in Redwood City" and acquired by the Gizmodo for $5,000.
Apple was able to wipe the phone remotely before anyone could test it out, but the site's editors quickly disassembled it to discover its new hardware components. Their efforts suggest that the 4G iPhone will have several long-asked-for new features like Longer battery life, many miniaturized parts for low power consumption, a better screen, a second camera presumably for video calls and a new micro SIM.
Getting hold of the device is remarkable given Apple's paranoid attitude towards secrecy. Steve Jobs has reportedly even called to ask for it back.
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