What features of iOS 5 does that iPhone 3GS not have?

I still have an iPhone 3GS. I can't upgrade until January 2012 if I want the 4 or 4S. So I just went ahead and put iOS 5 on my 3GS like most people. But I came to find out that I don't have all the same features.

I knew I wouldn't have Siri. But I also don't have the ability to use BOLD, Italics, or underline. Another big one I was looking forward to was location based reminders. But I don't have them.

What are some other features the iPhone 3GS will miss out on from iOS 5?

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asked Oct 13 '11 at 10:59

Steven Hibbs
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That's interesting. My iPod Touch 3rd Gen (Yeah Yeah it's different but about the same from a core hardware perspective) has the Rich Text features. hmm, interesting move Apple.

(Oct 17 '11 at 22:54) Zbob750

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Good question. Thumbs Up! I also have an iPhone 3G[s], and on firmware 4.3.3, jailbroke & unlocked. Do you notice any performance drops & less battery life with iOS 5? I'm kind of freaked out with Siri, because the thought of machines taking over is frightening!

answered Oct 13 '11 at 13:30

r0bErT4u
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Thanks Robert. Honestly, my phone feels faster with iOS 5. Now part of that is probably me just wanting it to be faster with a new update, but I have no issues. I think you will be happy with the update!

(Oct 13 '11 at 13:32) Steven Hibbs

My iPod feel like it really lagging with iOS 5.

(Oct 14 '11 at 01:40) avrgboy

Really? What gen?

(Oct 16 '11 at 22:43) Steven Hibbs

My 3rd Gen iPod Touch is actually noticeably faster with iOS 5. Granted it's had an occasional software hiccup or two.

(Oct 16 '11 at 23:13) Zbob750

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