Description
Apple iPhone 4s 16GB Black, Factory Refurbished, GSM Unlocked
The black Apple iPhone 4s 16GB in this listing is factory refurbished, GSM unlocked, tested and graded by TG before it ships, and carries TG's -1 listing suffix. It is the 2011 A1387 world phone with Siri, the A5 chip, and the 8 MP camera. Black 4s units at 16 GB are the staple for collector sellers and UMTS-market exporters who want a reconditioned, tested example rather than a sealed one.
The iPhone 4s is Apple's October 2011 model and the first phone with Siri. It kept the iPhone 4 body and 3.5-inch Retina display but moved to the dual-core A5 chip, an 8 MP camera with 1080p video, and a single world-phone radio, model A1387, that handles both GSM/UMTS and CDMA. It received updates through iOS 9.3.6 and was the last iPhone with the 30-pin connector.
TG Wireless sells graded 4s units to collector and vintage-tech shops, to exporters serving regions where UMTS networks still run, and to prop houses and parts sellers. With no LTE, it is not a US activation product.
Key specifications
| Model | Apple iPhone 4s, A1387 (GSM/CDMA world phone) |
|---|---|
| Storage | 16 GB |
| Color | Black |
| Network status | GSM unlocked |
| Year | 2011 |
| Operating system | iOS 5 as shipped, updatable to iOS 9.3.6 |
| Display | 3.5-inch Retina IPS LCD, 960 x 640 pixels, 326 ppi |
| Chip | Apple A5 dual-core, 1 GHz |
| Rear camera | 8 MP iSight, f/2.4, 1080p HD video |
| Front camera | VGA FaceTime camera |
| Cellular | Quad-band GSM/EDGE, UMTS/HSPA+ 850/900/1900/2100, CDMA EV-DO Rev. A; no LTE |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, 30-pin dock connector |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
Condition: Factory Refurbished
Factory refurbished units have been reconditioned to close-to-new working order. They are not brand new and may show light signs of handling. TG tests and grades each unit before it ships. Tell your account manager whether you need units with the original box and accessories or handset-only packs; the mix varies by lot.
Network and compatibility
The iPhone 4s is a 2G GSM and 3G UMTS/CDMA phone with no LTE and no VoLTE. All three US national carriers retired 3G in 2022 and T-Mobile switched off 2G GSM on August 3, 2026, so a 4s gets no voice or data service on any US carrier today. Lock state is per listing; see the network status line in the table. GSM unlocked units still register on UMTS and GSM networks in markets that keep them running, and the phone works fully over Wi-Fi.
Resale fit
- Export to markets where UMTS 850/900/1900/2100 or 2G GSM service is still live.
- Collector shops and online sellers stocking the last 30-pin, 3.5-inch iPhone by color.
- Prop houses and set dressers who need an early-2010s iPhone that powers on.
- Repair and parts trade for original screens, housings, and batteries.
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.
