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iPhone 4S

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Buy your iPhone from the people who know it best.

Choose your network and rate plan at the Apple Store. We offer a variety of rate plans from AT&T, Sprint, and Verizon. So when you come in, we can check your upgrade eligibility, help you choose the network and rate plan that’s right for you, activate your iPhone, and answer all your questions. If you’re a small business owner, you can sign up for a business rate plan and find out about iPhone solutions for companies like yours. We also offer iPhone unlocked and without a contract.

  • iPhone 4S networks available at the Apple Store.

We’ll set it up for you.

Only the Apple Store offers Personal Setup. We’ll show you some of the key features of your new iPhone, transfer contacts from your old device, set up your email, and get you started with iCloud. We’ll also help you shop the App Store and download apps that match your interests. So you’ll be up and running with your new iPhone before you leave the store.

Come back for free support and workshops.

To get to know your iPhone even better, join us for free workshops created for new owners. In our Getting Started workshop, you’ll learn all the basics and come away with tips and tricks. Our Going Further workshop will help you take your skills to the next level. And if you need technical support, you can visit the free Genius Bar anytime.

What you need to know when buying iPhone.

Before You Arrive

  • Upgrade your existing iPhone to the latest iOS release. Just connect your iPhone to your Mac or PC and follow the onscreen instructions in iTunes.
  • Back up the data on your existing iPhone to iCloud or your computer. For instructions on how to back up your iPhone, read this Support page.
  • Create a new Apple ID if you don’t already have one by visiting the Apple ID page.

What to Bring with You

  • Your old mobile phone, if you’re replacing it.
  • Social Security number of the account holder.
  • Valid government-issued photo ID.
  • Carrier account password, if you have one.
  • Your Apple ID and password.

iPhone Warranty

iPhone comes with 90 days of complimentary telephone technical support. In addition, your iPhone, its rechargeable battery, and all included accessories are covered against defects for a full year from the purchase date by a limited hardware warranty.

AppleCare+ for iPhone

AppleCare+ for iPhone extends your coverage to two years from the original purchase date of your iPhone and adds up to two incidents of accidental damage coverage, each subject to a $49 service fee. With AppleCare+ for iPhone, Apple experts can help troubleshoot issues over the phone or at an Apple Retail Store.2 They’ll answer questions about iOS, Apple iPhone apps such as Mail, iMessage, and Calendar, and help you solve interconnectivity issues between your iPhone and Mac or PC. And if your iPhone needs service under the plan, Apple technical support representatives can even set up a repair during the same call. AppleCare+ for iPhone is just $99.3

Return Policy

If you are not fully satisfied with your iPhone purchase, you can return your undamaged iPhone within 30 days of purchase for a full refund. Learn more about iPhone sales policies.

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Read frequently asked questions.

Which U.S. mobile phone carriers provide iPhone service?

AT&T, Sprint, and Verizon Wireless are the wireless carriers for iPhone in the United States. iPhone 3GS is available only on the AT&T network.
View the AT&T coverage map
View the Sprint coverage map
View the Verizon Wireless coverage map

Are there differences between an iPhone for AT&T and an iPhone for Sprint or Verizon Wireless?

iPhone offers the same innovative features regardless of the wireless carrier you choose: FaceTime video calling, Retina display, an amazing camera for photos and HD video, the App Store, iCloud, and more. If you choose AT&T as your wireless carrier, your iPhone 4 or iPhone 4S will use only GSM cellular technology for voice and data services, and it can roam internationally on 200 GSM carriers around the world. If you choose Sprint or Verizon Wireless as your wireless carrier, your iPhone 4 will use only CDMA cellular technology for voice and data services. An iPhone 4S activated on Sprint or Verizon Wireless will use CDMA technology, too, but it also has the ability to roam internationally on GSM networks using the provided GSM micro-SIM. Contact your wireless carrier for more information regarding international roaming policies and rates.

Do existing iPhone 4 accessories work with the new iPhone 4S?

Yes, all iPhone 4 accessories work with iPhone 4S.

If I lose my iPhone, can I buy a replacement iPhone?

Yes. You can purchase a replacement iPhone from the Apple Online Store, an Apple Retail Store, or your carrier’s store. Your price will depend on whether you qualify for a carrier subsidy. You can also purchase an unlocked iPhone from the Apple Online Store or Apple Retail Store and obtain a micro-SIM card directly from your supported GSM carrier.

If I already have a contract, how can I find out the price I’ll pay for a new iPhone?

The fastest way to find out about the price you’ll pay for a new iPhone is to use your carrier’s eligibility checker at the links above. Your carrier will let you know whether you qualify for the lowest price or for an early upgrade or full upgrade price.

Can I transfer my current phone number?

Yes. When you purchase your iPhone, you’ll be instructed on how to transfer your current number. You can keep using your existing phone until your new iPhone arrives and you set it up. Then you can start making calls on the new iPhone using your current phone number. If you are switching carriers, termination fees may apply. Please contact your current carrier for details.

Can I use my current rate plan with an iPhone?

You may be able to keep your current voice plan, but you are also required to have a data plan. View rate plan details

Can I use an iPhone when traveling internationally?

iPhone 4S is a world phone, so you can use it almost anywhere. Whether you are a GSM or CDMA network customer, you can roam on GSM networks in 200 countries around the world. iPhone 4 and iPhone 3GS for AT&T also can roam on other GSM networks around the world. iPhone 4 for Sprint will work in approximately 35 countries and iPhone 4 for Verizon Wireless will work in approximately 40 countries that use CDMA technology. Contact your wireless carrier for more information regarding international roaming policies and rates.

  1. Requires new two-year wireless service contract; sold separately to qualified customers. Credit check required; must be 18 or older. Wireless service is provided by and is the sole responsibility of your wireless service provider. Wireless service and some wireless features are not available in all areas. Some features may require added fees. When available, transferring your mobile number to a different service provider will terminate your service with your existing provider; termination fees and other charges may apply. The iPhone model you purchase is subject to your wireless service provider’s policies, which may include restrictions on switching service providers and roaming, even after conclusion of any required minimum service contract. Contact your wireless service provider for more details. Availability of cellular capabilities depends on the wireless network. Service may not be available in all areas or at the signal strength, rates, speeds, or bandwidth as demonstrated. Customers who want to upgrade from another phone or replace a previous-generation iPhone should check with their wireless service provider for pricing options or visit www.apple.com/iphone/buy. For those who are not qualified customers, are not eligible for an early upgrade, are purchasing an unlocked iPhone (for supported GSM wireless service provider networks only), or wish to buy iPhone 4S as a gift, see your carrier, an Apple Retail Store Specialist, the Apple Online Store, or an Apple Authorized Reseller for pricing. In CA, MA, and RI, sales tax is collected on the unbundled price of iPhone. Wi-Fi Internet access required for some features; wireless broadband recommended; fees may apply. Use constitutes acceptance of Apple’s software license agreement, warranty, and third-party terms located in the iPhone box. Warranty information is also available at www.apple.com/legal/warranty/iphone. Unauthorized modification of your iPhone software violates the software license agreement. Inability to use an iPhone due to unauthorized modifications is not covered under your warranty.
  2. Service coverage is available only for the iPhone and its original included accessories for protection against (i) defects in materials or workmanship (ii) battery depletion of 50 percent or more from original specification, and (iii) up to two incidents of accidental damage from handling, each incident being subject to a $49 service fee. Replacement equipment that Apple provides as part of the repair or replacement service may be new or equivalent to new in both performance and reliability. See terms at www.apple.com/legal/applecare/applecareplusforiphone.html for full details.
  3. AppleCare+ benefits are in addition to any legal rights provided by consumer protection laws in your jurisdiction. AppleCare+ is subject to acceptance of the Terms and Conditions. The company obligated under AppleCare+ in the United States is AppleCare Service Company, Inc., an Arizona corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of Apple Inc., doing business in Texas as Apple CSC Inc. AppleCare+ must be purchased together with new covered equipment. Purchase of the plan is not required to purchase the covered equipment. For complete details, see terms at www.apple.com/legal/applecare/applecareplusforiphone.html.