Mac too old for iPhone?

I got an iPhone (G3 S) today and when I tried to connect it, I was told I needed a newer version of iTunes. However, my computer won't let me download a newer version. I'm running OS X 10.4.11
So I now have an IPhone I can't use. Is there anything I can do?

You need a newer OS. 10.5.8 should work. I believe it is about 30 euro to upgrade. Apparently this is not the case ( thanks to Niel for the correction). It is possible that your computer may indeed be too old.
From the box the new iphone comes in and Apples website:
"Mac system requirements
Mac computer with USB 2.0 port
Mac OS X v10.5.8 or later
iTunes 9.2 or later (free download from www.itunes.com/download)
iTunes Store account
Internet access"
http://www.apple.com/iphone/specs.html
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