Hmm my account only says this "You can take advantage of our no-commitment pricing option. This line may be eligible for an equipment discount on 03/02/2009 More Details"
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Apple to Allow iPhone Subsidies?
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Hmm my account only says this "You can take advantage of our no-commitment pricing option. This line may be eligible for an equipment discount on 03/02/2009 More Details"
Because no company wants to give you an instant rebate or drop the price. They want to try and see if you'll forget to collect. Also, I would assume it makes it easier to keep everything straight (i.e. to make sure Apple gets what is due to them and the rest comes out of ATT's pocket back to you).
UK Pricing site?
Ok, so which site is it that has the UK info, mentioned further up the thread by Springer? Also, are there any rumours about, say, Orange getting the iPhone in the UK - or any other carrier for that matter?
Ok, so which site is it that has the UK info, mentioned further up the thread by Springer? Also, are there any rumours about, say, Orange getting the iPhone in the UK - or any other carrier for that matter?
Unlocked 3g iPhones
I am a lil' confused, isn't AT&T the only US carrier with the 3g network right now? Why would you want a 3g iPhone unlocked so that you can use it on the EDGE network at T-Moblie or Verizon etc.
It is just wishful thinking that maybe the other carriers will adopt the 3g Network as well? Or, just for the new features of the new iPhone?
I am a lil' confused, isn't AT&T the only US carrier with the 3g network right now? Why would you want a 3g iPhone unlocked so that you can use it on the EDGE network at T-Moblie or Verizon etc.
It is just wishful thinking that maybe the other carriers will adopt the 3g Network as well? Or, just for the new features of the new iPhone?
What about existing iPhone/AT&T customers?
EDIT: But then again, when you upgrade any other phone outside your selected upgrade time period - you usually end up paying full retail anyway. So after revisiting, I don't believe there will be any type of subsidy for existing iPhone/AT&T customers. Ah! - the price of bleeding edge technology...
This shouldn't be the case with iPhone owners since we paid full price for the phone and did not receive a subsidy. Of course time will tell, 2-days to be exact.
Are you referring to Apple bullying cel phone carriers? Give me a break. Huge carriers are the bullies, and Apple has simply changed the game, so that they don't hold all the cards over cel phone manufacturers.
Your missing the biggest reason though. People who unlock iPhones. If AT&T provided a direct subsidy on the initial price of the iPhone everyone who bought the phone and hacked it to unlock it would be getting a free $200 gift from AT&T. With it tied to activation they are only subsidizing the people who sign contracts.
I am a lil' confused, isn't AT&T the only US carrier with the 3g network right now? Why would you want a 3g iPhone unlocked so that you can use it on the EDGE network at T-Moblie or Verizon etc.
It is just wishful thinking that maybe the other carriers will adopt the 3g Network as well? Or, just for the new features of the new iPhone?
To date unlocking has been the only way for 149 countries to experience iPhone. One estimate is almost a million iPhones were exported and unlocked.
I call that pre-release market research.
Rocketman
This would be great if it were true. What's that saying? Like, "If it works, why change it?" A lot of people have been buying iPhones even at their price of $400 and I mean A LOT of people I think we're at like 10 million right now. Why would they want to lower the price and drastically decrease their profits, when they could keep it at the same price and actually get MORE money because they're making the phone available to more countries..I don't think Apple will change the price of the iPhone even though this company seems pretty confident. From it to go from its original $600 price to $200 with NEWER technology, doesn't seem reasonable. However, it would be cool if it did in fact get to be $200, I know I'd get one...finally
To date unlocking has been the only way for 149 countries to experience iPhone. One estimate is almost a million iPhones were exported and unlocked.
I call that pre-release market research.
Rocketman
I understand that, but I mean in the states. From what I read, AT&T are just now getting their 3g network up, nobody else has it here in the US? If thats true, then what is fueling all the hype about unlocked 3g iPhones in the US?
What about existing iPhone/AT&T customers?
EDIT: But then again, when you upgrade any other phone outside your selected upgrade time period - you usually end up paying full retail anyway. So after revisiting, I don't believe there will be any type of subsidy for existing iPhone/AT&T customers. Ah! - the price of bleeding edge technology...
True, but that is because the first phone was subsidized. However, this is not the case with the first iPhones. We paid full retail so we are still entitled to one subsidized phone within the 2-year period.
Hmm. Apparently there's an echo in here.
$200 Rebate (AKA Check) = Great.
$200 Apple Store Credit = OK, but probably not going to happen.
$200 AT&T Credit = Won't buy a new iPhone.
This solves the unlocking problem nicely
So if you want an un-locked phone you pay $399 to apple but if you are happy with AT&T you get the same phone for $200.
So if you want an un-locked phone you pay $399 to apple but if you are happy with AT&T you get the same phone for $200.
Couldn't the $200 AT&T credit be applied to your cell phone bill? What's wrong with that?
Such a plan does exist for the iPhone but it is not advertised.
- Sign up for the regular iPhone plan.
- Take your first bill to the AT&T Mobility location.
- Ask to switch to the "retention plan" (fewer minutes for about $10 less)
What AT&T does is issue an expiring AT&T branded debit card with the VISA logo. It is supposed to work something like the Starbucks or any other gift card, only it can be used anywhere.
I was issued one for another phone purchase. However, have never been able to get through to activate it. A URL is provided for on-line activation, so I did it there. But when I went to use the card at a restaurant, it was declined.
Better be True
Though i am a Verizon customer i am ready 2 shed out 175$ contract termination fee if AT&T gives 200$ rebate on the iPhone ..
I hope it has GPS as it wud be a gr8 feature on the iPhone ..
Though i am a Verizon customer i am ready 2 shed out 175$ contract termination fee if AT&T gives 200$ rebate on the iPhone ..
I hope it has GPS as it wud be a gr8 feature on the iPhone ..
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from everything I've read, the 3g iPhone is going to be locked down tight to either ATT in the USA or to overseas respective carriers so I highly doubt Apple will sell an unlocked version. Because ATT signed an exclusive with Apple, there is no way you could buy an unlocked one from Apple to use with another carrier. You want a 3g iPhone, you sign a 2 year contract with ATT. Existing users can get the same deal as new users, you just need to sign up for 2 more years. Just my opinion.
from everything I've read, the 3g iPhone is going to be locked down tight to either ATT in the USA or to overseas respective carriers so I highly doubt Apple will sell an unlocked version. Because ATT signed an exclusive with Apple, there is no way you could buy an unlocked one from Apple to use with another carrier. You want a 3g iPhone, you sign a 2 year contract with ATT. Existing users can get the same deal as new users, you just need to sign up for 2 more years. Just my opinion.
What AT&T does is issue an expiring AT&T branded debit card with the VISA logo. It is supposed to work something like the Starbucks or any other gift card, only it can be used anywhere.
I was issued one for another phone purchase. However, have never been able to get through to activate it. A URL is provided for on-line activation, so I did it there. But when I went to use the card at a restaurant, it was declined.
Ahh, I see. Yes, that is unacceptable!
True, there is no way Apple is going 2 release a unlocked iPhone .. Either way u have 2 get a AT&T connection .. the question is what happens 2 exsisting iPhone customers who want 2 get a new phone !
I think it's fake but what do you guys think?
http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/07/the-3g-iphone-not-unboxed/
http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/07/the-3g-iphone-not-unboxed/
I wonder if this would be a possibility? $99 for a iPhone??!!! I would take any size. Even 4g. Then i would keep my 16G Touch. I just want the iPhone so i have easier access to the web and email. I'm not so much concerned about the gig size of the phone.