The iPhone 5 was unveiled at the Worldwide Developers Conference recently and is soon going to hit the retail stores. With iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S units dropping off, you can well anticipate the launch of the next version of iPhone. Considered to be a status symbol in many social circles, Apple is making some significant upgrades to the device.

Firstly, whenever there is a new iPhone, there is a new operating system! This time it’s no different. The new iPhone will have an iOS 6, which will sport a bevy of new features. Rumors have been building up that iPhone 5 users will gloat over its new and improved features. From a larger display to support for 4G network, there will be loads for all users. Few critics are even predicting that this might be the best iPhone from Apple till date.

Unlike iPhone 4S, which had meager improvement over its earlier version, the iPhone 5 will be a whole new device to look forward to. From a user’s perspective, when it comes to buying a new phone, it’s the features that one checks out before anything else.

Let’s take a look at the five new features of the new iPhone:

Larger display

News reports from many reputed sources, including the Wall Street Journal, have stated that iPhone 5 will get a bigger 4-inch display. Large displays are the trend of the day and Apple wants to ensure that it’s not left behind in the competition. This implies that the current 3.5 inch screen of iPhone 4S will give way to the new iPhone.

Improvement for Siri

Siri, the voice recognition and navigation software from Apple debuted with the iPhone 4S last year. Ever since, the software has remained in the development stage as a part of Apple’s constant improvement. Thus, with the launch of iPhone 5, you can expect a much better Siri with improved voice features.

New operating system – iOS 6

Apple’s announcement of iOS 6 at the W W DC leaves no doubt that the new iPhone will keep the trend going. iOS 6 will bring about hordes of new features for iPhone lovers including a new notification center, i Message, built-in Facebook and Twitter apps, a better Safari and many more. This will increase productivity and ease navigation.

Support for 4G connectivity

The future of wireless connectivity is here with 4G LTE technology. Many new smartphone makers are incorporating this technology and Apple, presumably will not be left behind in the league especially when the new iPad does not have the 4G. High speed data connection is on high demand which can make 4G an USP of smartphones these days.

Improved and Appealing Design

If the iPhone gets a bigger screen, you can vouch for the fact that it will get a better design! There have not been too many improvements around this segment for a long time. The industry therefore expects an overhaul in its looks. Speculations have cropped up that phone will have curved corners and will be more visually appealing.

Apple’s reputation as a premium brand is worth taking a note of. The Cupertino based company has set a benchmark with their products and advanced technological innovations. Accordingly, the iPhone has been successful right from its early days. Its sophisticated design coupled with a user-friendly interface and usability features have continued to beguile smartphone lovers throughout the globe. Not much has been revealed about iPhone 5 as of now. But going by the company’s tradition, it’s likely to be a hit as always.