Description
Apple iPhone 3GS 16 GB Black 3G, A Grade, GSM unlocked
Apple iPhone 3gs 16GB in Black, 3G, listed as Carrier Returns A-stock and graded A Grade: lightly used, tested, with at most minor marks, GSM unlocked. The 16 GB 3GS is the mid-capacity launch model and the one most early-iPhone resellers want in tested condition rather than refurbished.
The Apple iPhone 3GS, released in 2009, is the third iPhone: a 3.5-inch 480 x 320 multi-touch display, a 3 MP autofocus camera with tap-to-focus and VGA video recording, Voice Control, a digital compass, 3G UMTS/HSDPA data with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, and storage of 8, 16, or 32 GB. It was roughly twice as fast as the iPhone 3G and stayed on sale as Apple's entry model until 2012, which is why the 8 GB version exists. It tops out at iOS 6.
TG Wireless sells the 3GS to collectors and resellers of early Apple hardware, to prop houses, and to parts buyers; it has no US carrier service today.
Key specifications
| Model | Apple iPhone 3GS (2009), model A1303 (A1325 in China) |
|---|---|
| Storage | 16 GB |
| Color | Black |
| Network status | GSM unlocked |
| Display | 3.5-inch multi-touch, 480 x 320 |
| Camera | 3 MP autofocus with tap to focus, VGA video recording and editing |
| Features | Voice Control, digital compass, Spotlight search, cut/copy/paste, VoiceOver accessibility |
| Connectivity | 3G UMTS/HSDPA, quad-band 2G GSM/EDGE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, Bluetooth 2.1, assisted GPS; no LTE |
| Software | Shipped with iPhone OS 3; maximum iOS 6.1.6 |
| Storage options | 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB |
| Size and weight | 115.5 x 62.1 x 12.3 mm, 135 g |
Condition: A Grade
A Grade (A-Stock) units are lightly used, fully tested, and working, and may show very minor nicks or scratches. Units are supplied as graded; ask your account manager about packaging (original box, accessories, or handset only) when you request a quote.
Network and compatibility
The iPhone 3GS is a 3G UMTS and 2G GSM phone with no LTE and no VoLTE. US carriers retired 3G in 2022 and T-Mobile closed 2G GSM on August 3, 2026, so a 3GS cannot make calls or use data on any US carrier. GSM unlocked units still register on live UMTS or GSM networks abroad, but iOS 6 no longer runs current apps or App Store sign-in reliably. Lock state is listed per member; see the network status line in the table.
Resale fit
- Collectors and resellers of early iPhones who want the last 30-pin, single-camera generation in each capacity.
- Film, TV, and advertising prop houses dressing 2009 to 2012 scenes.
- Repair shops and recyclers buying for screens, housings, and 30-pin parts.
Ordering from TG Wireless
TG Wireless sells to the trade. Pricing is shown to approved dealer accounts, and your account manager confirms availability, quantities, and grade mix before invoicing. Orders typically ship within 24 hours of order placement by FedEx, UPS, or DHL, within the United States and internationally. TG Wireless's 12-month warranty applies, with coverage and RMA handling per your order documentation. Resellers with a valid resale certificate are not charged sales tax. The FAQ covers account setup and shipping questions.
