Other than its Lightning connector, 4G LTE, bigger screen and a 1.2 MP front camera, it doesn't really differ in a big way to the 4S. I think it looks visually appealing though. I love the slate color with black. Not just a glossy black anymore. There is always the "S" version next year. I'm sure next year, will be dubbed the "iPhone 5s." I'll wait for that next year if I still have a plan to get a phone. I'm pretty sure the dubbed "S" will have a slightly better camera both front and back, a slightly better processorm etc. The first ones usually suck and have some flaws anyways.