Is anyone else here not sure whether or not they will be getting the unlocked version straight from apple or the subsidized version?
I bought a 3G 2 years ago from rogers and am 2/3 through my voice contract and 1/3 through my data contract. I get $15 worth of credits every month that are set to expire when my contract ends. If I don't sign up for a new contract, I will lose those credits when my contract expires and will pay more for the phone. If I sign a new contract, I will most likely be able to extend those credits and get a cheaper phone.
The only thing I'm torn about is whether I want to be locked in for another 3 years and want a locked phone. If rogers gave me a discount on monthly service because I don't buy phones from them, it wouldn't be a tough decision, but I guess that is the way they get us to sign contracts. If only there was competition across our iPhone carriers in Canada...
I'm going to wait until Rogers announces their prices and upgrade details. I upgraded to the 3GS last year. If they don't give much of a deal for me I'll likely buy it straight from Apple and save myself from having to sign another 3 year contract.
One thing for sure though, now that Apple is offering us the unlocked iPhone I think it will force the companies to offer amazing deals to keep us locked in....if they do, I'll definitely be happy to save the money and sign again...I figure I'm going to need a phone for another 3 year anyhow, so if the price is right, I will.
What are the rest of you people thinking?
And what company are you all with? Rogers, Bell, Fido or Telus??
I actually heard the Virgin is now carrying it also on launch day!