When you buy a iphone do you have to sign up for the plan?

[retroart]

When you buy a iPhone do you have to activate it? I thought about getting one rather than a touch but i didn't know if you have to activate the phone feature or anything else?

 

[TwinCities Dan]

Yes

 

[TuffLuffJimmy]

When you buy a iPhone do you have to activate it? I thought about getting one rather than a touch but i didn't know if you have to activate the phone feature or anything else?

you have to activate it and subscribe to an AT&T plan (unless you live outside the US) otherwise your phone is just a very fancy brick.

 

[jakeacc]

I guess you haven't read any of the 1000 of articles and news coverage about the iPhone 3G. I can't speak for other countries, but a cell phone plan is required when you purchase your iPhone. Hense why the lines have moved slower than last year.

 

[Algalli]

Sign up for plan

Yes you have to sign up for a plan that includes the $30/mo data which is why I won't get one. My IBook takes care of my online internet surfing. As a retiree I don't need to waste $30 per month. I took this to the President of AT&T and his office told me that because of the contract with Apple they must charge for the data. I don't believe them.

 

[retroart]

Thanks! I actually have not read any serious reviews cus i thought i would never get one, but i'm glad i know.

 

[mkoesel]

Yes you have to sign up for a plan that includes the $30/mo data which is why I won't get one. My IBook takes care of my online internet surfing. As a retiree I don't need to waste $30 per month. I took this to the President of AT&T and his office told me that because of the contract with Apple they must charge for the data. I don't believe them.

You are wise not to believe them. People have successfully canceled the iPhone data plan after purchase.