As of June 17 and June 19, Apple released the iPhone 3GS and iPhone 3.0 software update, respectively.  There are just a few differences between the older iPhone 3G and the new 3GS.  The 3GS has the following updates:  speed (about 2x faster), a 3.0 megapixel camera with video capability (with editing features), voice control (for contacts and music), and an internal compass.  The exterior of the phone is exactly the same (except for the updated “oilphobic” screen that repels finger smudges).  It comes in two models, 16GB ($199) and 32GB ($299), available in black and white.  The 3G sells for $99 now in a 8GB model (black), only.  Just make sure you are eligible for an upgrade if you really want one!

It is the iPhone 3.0 software update where most of the new changes can be found.  Some new features include: cut, copy, and paste, landscape keyboard for Mail, Messages, Notes, and Safari, MMS (sending pictures, audio, and contact info), Spotlight search (universal search of the phones contents from the home screen), voice memos, improved calender, an updated iTunes store (you can now purchase videos from TV and Movies; audiobooks), an enhanced Stocks app, stereo Bluetooth, and tethering (connecting your phone to a computer providing you internet on the go).  The MMS and tethering features will not be available until late summer due to AT&T sucking big time.  The 3.0 update is available to download in iTunes right now, free for iPhone, 3G, and 3GS users; $9.99 for iPod touch users.

[Via Apple]